First Shots®: Your First Range Experience

Description

Have you ever been curious about shooting but weren't sure where to begin??

Maybe you're considering purchasing your first firearm, recently became a firearm owner, or simply want to learn how firearms work in a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment.

FIRST SHOTS® is designed with YOU in mind!!

This introductory program is specifically designed for individuals with little or no previous firearms experience. You don't need to own a firearm, know how to shoot, or have any prior training to participate.

Through clear, patient instruction and guided practice, you'll be introduced to essential firearm safety principles, basic firearm operation, safe handling practices, range procedures, and fundamental shooting skills.

Then, with an instructor guiding you, you'll have the opportunity to apply what you've learned during a supervised live fire experience!!

Our goal is to help you replace uncertainty with understanding, develop safe firearm handling habits, and begin building the confidence and competence that come from quality instruction and purposeful practice.

Whether you're exploring firearms for the first time or taking your first steps toward responsible firearm ownership, FIRST SHOTS® provides a supportive introduction to the shooting sports and a foundation for continued learning.

You don't have to know how to shoot to get started. That's exactly why we're here!!

Topics Covered

During FIRST SHOTS®, participants will be introduced to:

• Essential firearm safety principles and the importance of developing safe habits from the very beginning

• Fundamental rules for safe firearm handling

• Basic firearm parts, operation, and terminology

• Safe firearm handling, loading, unloading, and checking firearm condition

• Shooting range safety rules, commands, and procedures

• Fundamentals of marksmanship, including stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, and trigger control

• Applying basic shooting fundamentals during supervised live fire practice

• Understanding how consistent practice and proper instruction contribute to improved accuracy and skill development

• Opportunities for continued firearms education, recreational shooting, and participation in the shooting sports

Participants will have opportunities to ask questions, observe instructor demonstrations, and practice essential skills in a structured, supportive environment.

The course includes supervised live fire instruction, allowing students to experience shooting while applying the safety principles and fundamentals introduced during class.

Expectations and Outcomes

FIRST SHOTS® is designed to provide a safe, welcoming, and encouraging introduction to firearms and the shooting sports.

Through classroom instruction, instructor demonstrations, guided practice, and supervised live fire training, participants will have opportunities to develop essential safety habits, learn fundamental shooting skills, and begin building confidence through firsthand experience.

Upon successful completion, participants should be able to:

• Explain the fundamental rules of firearm safety and why consistent safe handling habits matter

• Demonstrate basic firearm handling, loading, and unloading procedures under instructor supervision

• Recognize and follow common shooting range safety rules, commands, and procedures

• Apply introductory marksmanship fundamentals, including stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, and trigger control

• Participate in supervised live fire practice while maintaining safe firearm handling habits

• Recognize the responsibilities associated with firearm ownership, including safe storage and continued education

• Identify appropriate next steps for continued firearms training, skill development, and recreational shooting

Whether your interest is recreational shooting, personal protection, responsible firearm ownership, or simply learning something new, FIRST SHOTS® provides a foundation for continued growth.

Each student who successfully completes this course will receive a Certificate of Completion from Northpointe Training, LLC.

Our goal is not simply to help you fire your first shots, but to help you take your first steps toward becoming a safe, responsible, and confident participant in the shooting sports!!

Types

Basic, Handgun Fundamentals, NRA Courses, Private Classes (Group / Individual), USCCA Courses, Women's Only Courses

Documentation Requirements

All participants must present a current, valid, unexpired government issued photo ID, such as an Ohio Driver License, Ohio State Identification Card, or valid Concealed Handgun License (CHL).

Identification will be verified during check in and is required for admission to the range.

A concealed handgun license (CHL) or prior firearms training certification is not required to participate in FIRST SHOTS®.

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

Requirements

FIRST SHOTS® is designed for new shooters and beginners. No previous firearms experience or firearm ownership is required!!

Participants must be legally eligible to possess and handle firearms.

Students under 18 years of age are welcome when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the course, subject to applicable laws and range policies.

Please wear closed toe shoes, a shirt with a reasonably high neckline, and comfortable clothing appropriate for the shooting range.

Adult participants must bring a current, valid government issued photo ID for check in.

All participants must follow instructor directions, established firearm safety rules, and range procedures throughout training.

This course includes classroom instruction followed by a supervised live fire shooting experience.

Everything you need to get started is included!! Your registration includes the use of a training firearm, ammunition, targets, eye and ear protection, and one hour of supervised range time.

You do not need to own or bring a firearm to participate. Personally owned firearms should be left at home unless their use has been approved by the instructor in advance.

If approved, personally owned firearms must arrive unloaded, secured in a case, and remain cased until the instructor authorizes their use.

Most importantly, come ready to learn, ask questions, and enjoy the experience!!

Our goal is to provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive introduction to the shooting sports where you can begin developing confidence, competence, and responsible firearm handling habits.

Your first shots are just the beginning of your training journey!!