NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course (Connecticut/Florida CCW) *this course meets the State of Connecticut & the State of F

Course Prerequisite: N/A

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Course Description:

The NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and operating a pistol safely. This course is 8 hours and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot pistols. Students learn NRA's rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest position, two handed and one-handed standing positions; cleaning the pistol; and continued opportunities for skill development.

Course Topics:

• Ammunition Basics
• Common Shooting Errors
• Essential Firearms Safety & Handling
• Firearm Maintenance & Cleaning
• Firearm Parts and Operation
• Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting
• Maintaining your Skill Set
• Preparing to Use a Firearm Responsibly
• Range & Range Environment
• Stance & Shooting Positions
• Storing the Firearm
• Using the Firearm for the First Time

Equipment Needed:

1. Notebook & Pen
2. Positive Attitude
3. Sneakers/Boots (NO Dress Shoes, Flip Flops, Open Toed or Sandals)
4. Valid Driver's License or Government Issued Identification

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Course Duration: 8 Hours