NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting – Phase 2

The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting is a two-part course consisting of an e-learning portion (completed on-line in your own time frame) and a hands-on practical portion conducted at a range under the guidance and supervision of an NRA-Certified Instructor. The course is intended for all adults regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation.
More Details: Some of the topics in the course include: gun safety rules, proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, ammunition knowledge and selection, selecting and storing a pistol, the fundamentals of shooting, and pistol inspection and maintenance. When you enroll in the on-line course, you create a personal identification number (PIN). When you successfully complete the course, printing your certificate activates that PIN. The activated PIN allows you to register for the instructor-led training portion of the course. Go to www.nrainstructors.org – Find a Course Near You – select NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting – and search.

During the instructor-led training portion of the course, an NRA Certified Instructor will validate comprehension and application of gun safety rules; range protocol; proper handling; loading and unloading procedures; application of pistol shooting fundamentals; stable shooting positions; live fire; and a final shooting qualification.
Note : This course replaces the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting course.

NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home Course

Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense.
More Details: Prerequisite: This course is for law-abiding adult citizens, as defined by applicable federal, state, or local law, and experienced shooters (shooters able to show mastery of the basic skills of safe gun handling, shooting a group, zeroing the firearm, and cleaning the firearm). Prospective participants can demonstrate that they have the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes by producing an NRA Basic Pistol Course Certificate, NRA FIRST Steps Course Certificate, NRA pistol competitive shooting qualification card, military DD 214 with pistol qualification, or passing the Pre-Course Assessment.
Description: This is an eight-hour course. Students should expect to shoot approximately 100 rounds of ammunition. Students will learn basic defensive shooting skills, strategies for home safety and responding to a violent confrontation, firearms and the law, how to choose a handgun for self-defense, and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection In The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, the Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, and course completion certificate.

NRA Basics of Personal Protection Outside The Home Course

Teaches students the knowledge, skills and attitude essential for avoiding dangerous confrontations and for the safe, effective and responsible use of a concealed pistol for self-defense outside the home.
More Details: Prerequisite: This course is for adult individuals who are not disqualified from possessing a firearm as defined by applicable federal, state, or local law and are of good repute and possess defensive pistol skills presented in the NRA Basics of Personal Protection In The Home Course. Participants must also understand the basic legal concepts relating to the use of firearms in self-defense, and must know and observe not only general gun safety rules, but also those safety principles that are specific to defensive situations. Prospective participants can demonstrate that they have the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes by producing an NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home Course Certificate, or by passing the pre-course evaluation. Description: The course is divided into two levels. Level one is nine-hours and offers the essential knowledge and skills that must be mastered in order to carry, store, and use a firearm safely and effectively for personal protection outside the home. Students spend several hours on the range and shoot approximately 100 rounds of ammunition during level one. Upon completion, students may choose to attend level two, which is an additional five hours on the range and approximately 115 rounds of ammunition learning advanced shooting skills. Time and ammunition requirements are minimum, and may be exceeded. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection Outside The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure and appropriate (level one/level two) course completion certificates(s).

NRA Home Firearm Safety Course

Non-shooting course and teaches students the basic knowledge, skills, and to explain the attitude necessary for the safe handling and storage of firearms and ammunition in the home.
More Details: This is a four-hour course for safe gun handling that is conducted in the classroom only. Students are taught NRA’s three rules for safe gun handling; primary causes of firearms accidents; firearm parts; how to unload certain action types; ammunition components; cleaning; care; safe storage of firearms in the home; and the benefits of becoming an active participant in the shooting sports. Students will receive the NRA Home Firearm Safety handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Basic Firearm Training Program brochure, course completion certificate.

NRA Refuse To Be A Victim® Seminars

Teaches strategies people can integrate into their everyday lives to avoid becoming a victim of crime.
More Details: A complete seminar may last as long as four or five hours and include the entire lesson plan, but a modified seminar may be as short as one or two hours and cover topics that best suit the needs of a particular audience. This is not a firearms instruction course, and does not include instruction in physical combat self-defense. Seminars teach common weaknesses that criminals may take advantage of, and a variety of corrective measures that are practical, inexpensive and easy to follow. The seminar includes classroom instruction on criminal psychology, automobile crimes; cyber safety, home security, and a variety of crime prevention strategies including carjack avoidance techniques, use of personal safety devices, and more. Students receive the Refuse To Be A Victim® student handbook, NRA Refuse To Be A Victim® brochure, NRA Become A Refuse To Be A Victim® Instructor Brochure, Refuse To Be A Victim® Firearms Supplement, and a course completion certificate.

Concealed Carry Course

Thank you for your interest in the North Carolina Concealed Carry Handgun Course. In today’s world the police can’t always be there to protect you. After taking this course you’ll leave with a good working knowledge of the laws governing the use of deadly force and the skills necessary to protect yourself and your loved ones. As a law enforcement officer working on patrol and dealing with violent offenders I believe that I can share my experiences and knowledge to better prepare you in dealing with possible future encounters.

Topics Discussed:
• Legal Issue
• Handgun Safety
• Handguns
• Marksmanship Fundamentals
• Carry Concealed safety Issues
• Presentation Techniques
• Cleaning and Maintenance
• Ammunition
• Proficiency Drills

Class Itinerary:

You’ll finish this class in one day!!

SATURDAY: Classroom instruction, lectures, demonstrations, video and PowerPoint presentations. Multiple choice/true false exam. Bring pen/pencil and notepad.
Regular breaks and a one hour lunch period. Class starts at 8:00 am and ends around 6:00 pm. Please bring a photo I.D. or a driver’s license. If you are military then your military I.D. will be sufficient.

NO FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION IN THE CLASSROOM!

Shooting Proficiency: Bring 50 rounds of ammunition for your handgun. You will shoot from the 3, 5, and the 7 yard line. The shooting is not that difficult. If you have difficulty I will work with you until you pass. If you don’t have a handgun just let us know on the morning of class. I rent .40 caliber pistols for just $40.00 which includes the ammunition. We take care of the gun rentals on the day of class.You will also need eye and ear protection. Prescription glasses will be fine. Dress comfortably and also bring rain gear just in case. We will still shoot in the rain unless it is lightening.
We have comfortable facilities with fresh coffee, snacks and bottled water served. The classroom and range are all in one location, 198 Mt Olive Church Rd, Troy NC 27371.

Note: Some types of ammunition are in short supply! Please don’t wait until the last minute to obtain your ammunition.

Always remember, in a stressful situation you will default to your level of training. To increase your confidence and ability to shoot in a real life situation where deadly force is necessary, I highly recommend that a shooter with little or no experience get the additional training needed in addition to your concealed carry course.Because of limited space we require payment in full to reserve a seat in the class. Of course you can register the day of the class, however if that class is full then we will have to schedule you for the next class.
Cost: $65.00
This includes instruction, targets and range fees.

Classes fill up early! Don’t delay!

THIS PERMIT IS GOOD IN 36 STATES!

Check out some of the other training that we offer while you’re here!

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Defensive Handgun Course

An increasing number of people are seeking to improve their defensive shooting skills and expand their knowledge about the use of firearms for personal protection. The Defensive Handgun Course is designed to prepare the responsible adult gun owner to handle, maintain, safely store and use the firearm safely , responsibly, correctly and effectively, so that they are able to successfully handle nearly any personal protection situation. In a real life deadly force encounter you will default to whatever level of training you have received. The body goes on “auto pilot” and responds subconsciously. Without training it’s anybody’s guess as to how you will react in a high stress situation.

Topics Covered:
• Shooting Fundamentals
• Gun Safety
• Gun Cleaning
• Parts of the Revolver and Semi Automatic Pistol
• Drawing Techniques
• Laws Concerning Use of Deadly Force
• Shooting Drills
• Choosing the Right Handgun for You
• Malfunctions
• How the Body Reacts Under Stress

What you will need for this class:
Good Quality Handgun
200 Rounds of Ammunition
Holster
Eye and Ear Protection (Prescription Glasses Will Be Fine)
Speed Loaders for Revolvers if you have them (Not Mandatory)
Extra Magazines for Semi Automatic Pistol (MINIMUM OF 2)
Comfortable Clothing/Rain Gear

If you don’t have a handgun please let me know in advance and I will make one available for you. You will just have to purchase the ammunition for the weapon.
Note: Some types of ammunition are in short supply! Please don’t wait until the last minute to obtain your ammunition.
We have comfortable facilities. Fresh coffee, snacks and bottled water are served. The classroom and range are all in one location.
Class starts at 9:00 am and ends around 5:00 pm. Regular breaks and one hour for lunch.
Cost: $95.00

Register early in order to guarantee a seat in this class, it fills up early.

See class schedule for available dates.

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Max Students: 12