Basic Handgun Skills

Description

Designed for everyday citizens with little to no formal firearms training, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to the safe operation and effective use of a pistol. No prior experience is required. Whether you're new to firearms or looking to build a solid foundation, this course delivers essential knowledge and hands-on practice to help you handle firearms safely and shoot accurately.

What You’ll Learn

1. Firearm Safety & Handling Best Practices

2. Safe Storage & Transportation of Firearms

3. Proper Loading and Unloading Techniques

4. Core Marksmanship Skills, including:

1. Stance

2. Grip

3. Sight Alignment

4. Trigger Control

5. Breath Control

6. Follow-Through & Follow-Up
   
   

Instruction includes classroom learning, hands-on dry-fire practice, and live-fire exercises on the range—designed to help you build competence and confidence with your firearm.

Required Gear

Eye Protection (available for rent)

Ear Protection (available for rent)

Pistol (available for rent)

Ammunition 50 Rounds (available for purchase) 

Photo ID

All participants must have a range waiver on file prior to taking the class.

Frogbones Range Waiver: https://app.otterwaiver.com/p/frogbones-family-shooting-center/ITdJfTu7Su

Topics Covered

What You’ll Learn

1. Firearm Safety & Handling Best Practices

2. Safe Storage & Transportation of Firearms

3. Proper Loading and Unloading Techniques

4. Fundamentals of Cleaning & Preventive Maintenance

5. Core Marksmanship Skills, including:

1. Stance

2. Grip

3. Sight Alignment

4. Trigger Control

5. Breath Control

6. Follow-Through & Follow-Up

Instruction includes classroom learning, hands-on dry-fire practice, and live-fire exercises on the range—designed to help you build competence and confidence with your firearm.

Expectations and Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will have a strong foundation in firearm safety and pistol handling, even with no prior experience. Students will learn to confidently and responsibly operate a pistol, including how to safely load, unload, and inspect it. Through hands-on practice and live-fire exercises, students will develop essential marksmanship skills such as proper stance, grip, sight alignment, trigger control, breath control, and follow-through. In addition, students will understand how to care for their firearm through basic cleaning and preventive maintenance, as well as how to store and transport it safely and legally. The course is designed to build both competence and confidence for anyone looking to handle firearms safely and effectively.

Types

Basic

Documentation Requirements

Pleasee Bring: 
Photo ID 

Frogbones Range Waiver: https://app.otterwaiver.com/p/frogbones-family-shooting-center/ITdJfTu7Su  

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

Requirements

Required Gear

Eye Protection (available for rent)

Ear Protection (available for rent)

Pistol (available for rent)

Ammunition 50 Rounds (available for purchase)