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NRA Basic Pistol Course

Basic

Duration: 16 Hours

Environment: In Person

$150.00

Fee

Ulysses White

Instructor Bio

Date Location Class Size Class Time Instructor Availability

There are no upcoming classes scheduled for this course.

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Description

Presented by First Protect Training Academy, LLC

Learn Firearm Safety, Handling, and Shooting Fundamentals from an NRA Certified Instructor!

Whether you are a first-time shooter or looking to improve your firearm knowledge and shooting skills, our NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course provides essential classroom instruction and hands-on range training in a safe, professional, and supportive learning environment.

No Previous Firearm Experience Required!

  • Firearm safety rules and responsible gun ownership

  • Pistol parts, operation, and safe handling

  • Ammunition knowledge and selection

  • Proper pistol selection and maintenance

  • Safe firearm storage and security

  • The five fundamentals of pistol shooting

  • Proper shooting techniques and marksmanship

  • Live-fire range training and shooting qualification

Duration: 16 Hours

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Instructor: NRA Certified Pistol Instructor

Experience Level: Beginner to Intermediate

  • Professional classroom instruction

  • Hands-on firearm safety training

  • Supervised live-fire range instruction

  • NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Handbook

  • Course completion certificate upon successful completion

  • Training firearm provided for students who do not own one

This course provides foundational firearm safety and pistol training that may support concealed carry permit applications. Students seeking a Maryland Wear and Carry Permit or Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit should verify their applicable state training requirements. Additional training may be required.

Reserve your seat and begin developing the knowledge, confidence, and skills necessary for responsible firearm ownership.

Online Registration and Payment:

https://www.shootingclasses.com/first-protect-training/

First Protect Training Academy, LLC

Professional Firearms Training • Safety • Education • Responsibility

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Topics Covered

  • Firearm safety rules and responsible gun ownership

  • Pistol parts, operation, and safe handling

  • Ammunition knowledge and selection

  • Proper pistol selection and maintenance

  • Safe firearm storage and security

  • The five fundamentals of pistol shooting

  • Proper shooting techniques and marksmanship

  • Live-fire range training and shooting qualification

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Expectations and Outcomes

This course provides foundational firearm safety and pistol training that may support concealed carry permit applications. Students seeking a Maryland Wear and Carry Permit or Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit should verify their applicable state training requirements. Additional training may be required.

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Types

Basic, Concealed Carry Training, NRA 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

The course registration fee does not include the following:

  • Ammunition: Approximately $20

  • Range Fee: Approximately $30

  • Total Additional Cost: Approximately $50

Students will need a minimum of 50 rounds of ammunition in 9mm, .22 LR, or the appropriate caliber for their personal firearm. Ammunition may be purchased through First Protect Training Academy or at the shooting range, subject to availability.

Don't Own a Firearm? No Problem!

A training firearm will be provided at no additional firearm rental charge.

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