Our NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course – Instructor Lead Training (ILT). This course also fulfills the requirement for applying for/keeping a pistol license (CCW) in the NY counties of Cortland, Lewis, and Putnam. As well, it fulfills Florida’s Acceptable Training and Arizona’s requirement for competency. This course is also good for applying for a pistol license in the states of Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, and Massachusetts for Class A LTC’s.
You can register for this course on the BASIC PAGE by filling out the form at the bottom of the page. This course is only $130. To pay for this course please visit the PAYMENT PAGE.
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Description
A pistol, or handgun, is a firearm designed to be fired while being held in one hand. While such firearms are small and compact, they can be the hardest to learn. With this course the students will receive the NRA’s The Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook and intensive lessons in safety, gun handling, the various types of pistols, the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship, various pistol firing positions, several practical exercises on the firing range, cleaning, storage, and a summary of pistol sports and activities.
Duration
The Basic Pistol course is eight-hours long.
Course Goal
“To teach the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and using a pistol safely.”
Required Ammunition
200 rounds
Lessons
- Pistol Knowledge and Safe Gun Handling
- Ammunition Knowledge and Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting
- Firing the First Shots (includes cleaning and storage)
- Two-handed and One-handed Standing Shooting Positions
- Pistol Sports and Activities
Prerequisites
- You must have a NY Pistol License and own a pistol to use in the course.
Course Completion
Students will receive feedback on the live-fire exercise and a course certificate upon successful completion.