USCCA Women’s Intermediate Pistol Course

Description

Module 2 is the USCCA's Women's Intermediate Pistol course, created to help women dive deeper into the skills and concepts introduced in Module 1: USCCA’s Women’s Basic Pistol. In Module 1, students built their foundation: understanding firearm safety, proper grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control, and gaining confidence through guided live-fire exercises.

Module 2 takes that foundation and strengthens it even more. While this class is not a defensive pistol course or a precision marksmanship class, students will take an important step forward by exploring a true self-defense mindset in the classroom. Then, on the range, they’ll work through purposeful, confidence-building live-fire drills designed to stretch their abilities in a safe, supportive way.

By the end of Module 2, students will feel more capable, more assured, and more prepared to advance to the final level in this empowering women's training series: USCCA's Women’s Defensive Pistol.

Please note: Range fees, firearm rentals, and ammunition purchases are handled separately and are paid directly to The Brigade Shooting Company upon check-in.

Topics Covered

In this second module of the USCCA’s “Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals” series, returning students will revisit the foundations of handgun safety and firearm basics including the 4 Universal Safety Rules and proper shooting fundamentals. We will delve into revolvers vs. semiautomatic firearms, their advantages & disadvantages, and choosing the right firearm for concealed carry. We will also cover how firearms function, different ammunition types, firearm malfunctions, and different concealed carry methods for women. Lastly, we will study the significance of situational awareness, the importance of establishing boundaries, and the critical need for having a survivor mindset.

On the live-fire range, we will practice loading, unloading, and reloading our firearms, properly addressing firearm malfunctions, and we will engage in live-fire exercises that will involve multiple shots, multiple targets, and one-handed shooting.

Please note: Range fees, firearm rentals, and ammunition purchases are handled separately and are paid directly to The Brigade Shooting Company upon check-in.

Expectations and Outcomes

Module 2 builds on the strong foundation you gained in USCCA’s Women’s Basic Pistol. You can expect a warm, encouraging, absolutely zero-intimidation environment where we grow your skills step by step.

In this course, you will:

• Review and reinforce the fundamentals learned in Module 1

• Learn to apply those fundamentals with more consistency and confidence

• Explore what it means to develop a self-defense mindset

• Receive patient, individualized coaching throughout the session

• Experience range drills that gently challenge you while keeping you safe and supported

• Have plenty of time to ask questions, get feedback, and work at your own pace

This course is all about taking what you already know and helping you feel more capable, more prepared, and more confident on and off the range.

By the end of this course, you will have acquired:

• A stronger understanding of the fundamentals introduced in Module 1

• Greater confidence in your stance, grip, sight picture, and trigger control

• The ability to apply your skills more consistently during live-fire

• Increased comfort working through purposeful, structured shooting drills

• A clearer understanding of mindset and awareness as they relate to self-defense

• A stronger sense of safety, capability, and personal empowerment

• The readiness to take the next big step in your training journey:
  Module 3 – Women’s Defensive Pistol

Types

Intermediate, Private Classes (Group / Individual), USCCA Courses, Women's Only Courses

Documentation Requirements

Please bring a current, unexpired Ohio Driver License or CCW/CHL to class. 

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

Requirements

• Serviceable handgun, preferably a semi-automatic, but revolvers are welcome!!
• Minimum of 2 magazines or 3 speed loaders. (More mags are definitely better!! 😉).
• Magazine or speed loader pouches
• Note taking materials
• Ammo: 250 rounds
• ELECTRONIC hearing protection - Students must be able to clearly hear and understand instructors/instructions during this training
• Eye protection
• Lunch (If desired), snacks, and hydration
• A Positive Attitude!! 😊
• Please note: Range fees, firearm rentals, and ammunition purchases are handled separately and are paid directly to The Brigade Shooting Company upon check-in.