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Ladies First Course

Basic - Empowering women to gain confidence, competence, and safety with firearms through hands-on, practical training.

Duration: 6 hours — 3 hours classroom, 3 hours live-fire range training

$175.00

Fee

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There are no upcoming classes scheduled for this course.

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Description

The Ladies First Course is a women-only firearms training program designed to empower students with the skills, confidence, and mindset necessary for personal protection and responsible gun ownership.

This course combines hands-on firearms instruction, situational awareness, and real-world self-defense scenarios in a supportive, safe environment. Students will practice marksmanship fundamentals, firearm safety, defensive shooting, and range etiquette. A

ll training is conducted on private, secure ranges within Northern Virginia, conveniently located near Haymarket, VA.

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Topics Covered

  • Firearms safety and range etiquette

  • Fundamentals of marksmanship

  • Drawing from holster and controlled presentation

  • Live-fire drills for accuracy and speed

  • Defensive shooting and situational awareness

  • Scenario-based self-defense training

  • Concealed carry safety and legal considerations

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Expectations and Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will:

  • Demonstrate safe handling and operation of their firearm

  • Apply defensive shooting techniques in realistic scenarios

  • Understand range and self-defense safety rules

  • Gain confidence in personal protection and situational awareness

  • Receive a certificate of completion for Virginia Concealed Carry 

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Types

Basic, Church / Business - Safety / Security, Concealed Carry License, Concealed Carry Training, Instructor Training Courses, Legal Aspects for Use of Force / Avoidance, Private Classes (Group / Individual), Scenario Based Training, Seminars / Lectures, Women's Only Courses

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Documentation Requirements

Students must bring a valid photo ID.  Email confirmation will include range location, directions, and class checklist.

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

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Requirements

  • Firearm: 9mm, .40, or .45 caliber pistol (*9mm guns included in course cost, students are encouraged to bring their own but not necessary)

  • Ammunition: 100–150 rounds per studen (available for purchase on-site if needed)

  • Eye and ear protection 

  • Clothing suitable for range safety and movement

  • No Serpa Holsters