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Practical Pistol 101: Safe & Effective Shooting

Basic - Build Unshakable Safety Habits, Master Core Shooting Fundamentals, and Develop Real-World Defensive Confidence.

Duration: 2.5 classroom hours, 1-2 hours range time

Environment: In Person

$75.00

Fee

Date Location Class Size Class Time Instructor Availability
Register Now April 11 Saturday
Longs, SC
3 - 12 Students 9am-2pm Mark Wood Space Available
Register Now May 9 Saturday
Longs, SC
3 - 12 Students 9am-2pm Mark Wood Space Available
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Description

If you’re a first-time or newer gun owner, this course is designed for you.

Practical Pistol 101 focuses on what truly matters: safety, skill, and responsible self-defense. No overwhelming tactics. No complicated drills. Just clear, structured instruction that helps you build confidence the right way—from the ground up.

You’ll learn:

  • The essential safety rules and responsible gun handling habits

  • Proper grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control

  • How to shoot accurately and consistently

  • The foundations of defensive mindset and situational awareness

  • How to practice safely and continue improving after the course

This course is built to replace uncertainty with clarity and hesitation with confidence.

Whether you’ve just purchased your first handgun or want formal training to solidify your foundation, Practical Pistol 101 gives you the structure, knowledge, and hands-on guidance to become a safe and capable pistol owner from day one.

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Topics Covered

 

  • The essential safety rules and responsible gun handling habits

  • Proper grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control

  • How to shoot accurately and consistently

  • The foundations of defensive mindset and situational awareness

  • How to practice safely and continue improving after the course

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Expectations and Outcomes

Practical Pistol 101 gives you the structure, knowledge, and hands-on guidance to become a safe and capable pistol owner from day one.

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Types

Basic, Intermediate, Handgun Fundamentals, Private Classes (Group / Individual), USCCA Courses

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Documentation Requirements

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

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Requirements

If the student owns a self-defense or carry handgun, please bring it unloaded to class.