Basic Pistol/Introductory Class
Basic - An opportunity for first time shooters to get familiar with a pistol and develop basic fundamentals of shooting
Duration: 1 hour review of safety, mechanical operation of a handgun, troubleshooting, fundamentals of shooting, and practical application
$75.00
Fee
| Date | Availability | ||||
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| Register Now | September 14 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | September 28 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | October 12 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | October 26 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | November 9 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | November 23 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | December 7 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | December 21 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | January 4 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | January 18 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | February 1 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | February 15 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | March 1 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
| Register Now | March 15 Saturday |
Bryan, TX
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1 - 10 Students | 11:00 am - 12:00 pm | OJ Sills |
Description
We understand and appreciate the various learning styles and abilities of citizens seeking to learn about responsible gun ownership and safe handling of a pistol. That is why we offer this informally styled, hands-on class for novice shooters, new pistol owners and those needing a refresher. We treat all of our students with dignity and respect. With one-on-one instruction, we start with an emphasis on safety, learning how guns work, how to load them, action types, stance, grip, aiming, breathing and trigger control. We foster a relaxed environment and rely on the student to guide us in their learning method (verbal, viewing demonstrations, hands-on) through each step of the class. On completion of the basics class, students will gain confidence in their ability to safely handle and shoot a handgun.
Topics Covered
This course will cover the universal safety rules, basics of handgun safety, marksmanship fundamentals, parts and operation of a semi-automatic and revolver, clearing and unloading a handgun, trigger control and much more.
Expectations and Outcomes
On completing this course, students should be able to identify parts of a handgun, safely handle, load/unload, clear malfunctions, troubleshoot, safely and confidently fire a handgun. The student should be prepared to complete the Texas LTC range qualifications.
Types
Basic, Private Classes (Group / Individual)
Documentation Requirements
Students must bring their drivers license or state issued ID for verification. Students are required to complete a waiver for Brushwood Outdoors, LLC. It may be completed online to expedite the check-in process. The instructor will ask to see the confirmation email for the waiver. Brushwood Outdoors, LLC Waiver. Students must check-in with Brushwood staff and pay the $15 range fee. In the absence of Brushwood staff, the instructor may collect the fee.
Requirements
Students should bring their own firearm, at least 50 rounds of ammunition, and hearing and eye protection. If you do not have a firearm, we may loan you one of ours, 9mm. You will need to provide factory grade ammunition or purchase it from us during registration. Range and weather appropriate gear must be worn (closed toe shoes, foul weather gear, etc). A baseball type hat and shirt with a turn-up collar is recommended to aid in protecting the student from flying hot brass.
It is recommended that students bring multiple magazines in order to shoot the necessary rounds for each target distance without having to reload magazines multiple times. (20 rounds from 3 yards, 20 rounds from 7 yards, 10 rounds from 15 yards). The course description lists the course of fire.