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FIRST STEPS PISTOL ORIENTATION

Basic - An opportunity for beginners to receive proper orientation to the Pistol.

Duration: 9:00 am to Completion

$50.00

Fee

Date Location Class Size Class Time Instructor Availability
Register Now June 14 Saturday 1 - 6 Students 9 am to completion DAVID MITCHELL SR Space Available
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Description

To teach the Basic Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude Necessary for Owning and Using a Pistol Safely.

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Topics Covered

  • Pistol Knowledge
  • Safe Gun Handling
  • Ammunition Knowledge
  • The Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting
  • Shooting Positions
  • Shooting Qualification
  • Scoring Targets
  • Selecting and Maintaining Your Pistol

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Expectations and Outcomes

As a result of the students participation in this lesson, they will be able to:

  • Identify the principal parts of their pistol and the types of pistol actions, and demonstrate how they function.
  • State, Explain and Apply the NRA rules for safe gun handling.
  • Demonstrate how to handle a pistol in a safe manner.
  • Identify the different components of a pistol cartridge.
  • Explain the firing sequence of a cartridge.
  • Explain how to properly identify and store ammunition.
  • State the major types of cartridge malfunctions, and how to react to them.
  • Explain the fundamentals of pistol shooting.
  • Shoot from the benchrest position.
  • Shoot from the isosceles position.
  • Identify the materials needed to clean a pistol
  • Demonstrate how to safely clean a pistol.

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Types

Basic, NRA Courses

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Documentation Requirements

1.  Valid NC Driver's License, or State ID (Military/LE/FR/Gov't ID - if you are taking advantage of course discounts).

The instructor requires a copy of your Government Issued ID once you register.

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Requirements

An open mind
Willingess to learn