AR 101 – Basic Rifle

This Rifle Course teaches basic firearm safety, fundamentals of marksmanship, and the mechanical aspects of an AR-15 operation. Shooters will learn the nomenclature and main assemblies of the rifle, basic fundamentals of marksmanship and how to apply them to become a more proficient shooter.

Make sure to read our article on AR Carbine Setup Basics.

Topics covered will include: Safety, Fundamentals of Rifle Marksmanship, Mechanical operation of the rifle, rifle manipulation/gun-handling techniques, cycles of operation of semi-auto rifle, how to reduce malfunctions using immediate and remedial action.

Instructor Matthew Mallory

Instructor Matthew Mallory

Classroom Time: 1 hour
Range Time: 4 hours
Prerequisites: None
Investment: $100 (Register below then make payment)
Location: PS&Ed HQ in LaFayette, NY 13084
Instructor: Matthew Mallory

Register using the form at the bottom of this page.

Packing List:

  1. Serviceable 5.56mm/.223 rifle with any type of sights
  2. 120-150 rounds of ammo
  3. Eye & Ear protection (electronic hearing protection is strongly recommended)
  4. Minimum of 3 serviceable magazines (5 is better)
  5. Minimum 1 magazine pouch – or method to carry spare magazine(s)
  6. Serviceable sling- suitable for a variety of shooting positions – tactical type preferred
  7. Suitable range wear depending on the season
  8. Pen and paper for note taking
  9. Good attitude

AR Carbine Rifles

    Course Signup

    Contact Info
    Legal First Name: *

    Full Middle Name:

    Legal Last Name: *

    Home Address: *

    NY County of Residence: *

    City, State Zip: *

    Email Address: *

    Main Phone Number: *

    Alt Phone Number:

    Personal Details
    Gender: * MaleFemale

    Date of Birth: * (08/01/1974)

    Firearms Experience: HuntingLEOMilitaryOther

    USCCA Member #: (If applicable) Click here to join the USCCA

    NRA Member #: (If applicable) Click here to join the NRA

    Course Info (If you have issues seeing the below list let us know.)
    * Select a date in the drop down list below :

    How did you hear about this course?: *

    Comments or Questions:

    * I have read and agree to the training agreement, payment terms, and conditions.

    [mailpoetsignup mailpoetsignup-115 list:4 default:on "Join our newsletter - stay current on the law, events, and courses"]
    Payment Options:

    * Prove you are not a robot!


    Click Below to Register then Submit Payment:

    * required fields

    CLICK SUBMIT REGISTRATION ABOVE

    TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

    • Payment: This course is only $100. After filling out the form above and clicking the “Submit Registration” button above the form will take you to a page to make payment with PayPal/credit card. If you accidentally closed out of the payment page you can make payment from our PAYMENT PAGE. If you want to mail a check/money order you can close out of the payment page, after clicking “Submit Registration” above and visit our PAYMENT PAGE for directions on where to mail a check/money order and who to make it out to. You can also review our payment terms on that page.
    • Registration: We do not accept walk-ins. You will need to register above and fully make payment in order to secure a seat in this course.
    • Citizenship & Convictions: You must be a LEGAL United States Citizen in order to attend this course. Past convictions might not bar you from obtaining your pistol license. If you have questions, contact us.
    • At Your Location: For your convenience, we offer the above courses at your location. Contact us to book a course at your location or chose “TBD At Your Location” from the form drop down from the desired course above and we will be in touch to set a date.
    • Contact us with any questions.