Coffee & Confidence: Firearms for Beginners

Description

*Summer Interactive Learning Series*

Coffee & Confidence with Candy is a three part interactive learning series designed to help students become safer, more prepared, and more confident through practical, real world education.

This course is one of three classes in the series:

• Situational Awareness & Personal Safety
• Home Defense Planning
• Firearms for Beginners

Purchasing a firearm can feel overwhelming.

With countless models, calibers, features, opinions, and marketing claims competing for your attention, many prospective firearm owners are unsure where to begin.

Every day, people purchase firearms based on a friend's recommendation, a salesperson's opinion, something they saw online, because it was cute, small, easy to conceal, or because someone they trust told them it was "the right gun." Unfortunately, the firearm that works perfectly for one person may not be the best choice for another.

The truth is that selecting the right firearm is a highly personal decision that should be based on your individual needs, goals, experience level, and lifestyle.

Coffee & Confidence: Firearms for Beginners is a welcoming, beginner friendly classroom course designed to help students understand the fundamentals of firearm ownership, explore common firearm options, and develop the knowledge necessary to make informed purchasing decisions.

Students will have the opportunity to examine a variety of unloaded firearms, discuss practical considerations with an experienced instructor, and gain a better understanding of how to evaluate different options based on their unique needs.

This course is intended to provide information and guidance, not sales pressure.

Whether you are considering your first firearm for personal protection, home defense, recreational shooting, or simply want to better understand the options available, this course will provide practical information that can help you move forward with confidence.

Because buying your first firearm should not feel overwhelming.

It should feel empowering.

Topics Covered

Topics Include:

• Firearm safety fundamentals
• Understanding common firearm terminology
• Handguns, rifles, and shotguns
• Revolvers versus semi-automatic pistols
• Common firearm calibers and what they mean
• Firearm size, fit, and ergonomics
• Selecting a firearm for home defense
• Selecting a firearm for concealed carry
• Recreational and target shooting considerations
• Safe firearm storage options
• Ammunition basics
• Firearm accessories and common upgrades
• Questions to ask before purchasing
• Common mistakes first-time buyers make
• The ongoing responsibilities of firearm ownership

Expectations and Outcomes

Students should expect an engaging and interactive learning experience that includes guided discussion, firearm handling demonstrations, opportunities to examine unloaded firearms, and practical decision making exercises.

Upon completion of this course, students will have a stronger understanding of common firearm types, calibers, safety considerations, storage options, and the factors that should influence a firearm purchasing decision.

Students will be better equipped to evaluate firearm options based on their individual needs, goals, experience level, intended use, and lifestyle rather than relying solely on the opinions of others.

Students will leave with greater confidence, a clearer understanding of firearm ownership responsibilities, and a framework for making informed purchasing decisions.

Types

Basic, In Home Defense Training, NRA Courses, Seminars / Lectures, Specialty Other, USCCA Courses, Youth Available Classes

Documentation Requirements

No documentation required.

This is a non-shooting classroom course. No prior training, permits, licenses, or firearm ownership are required to attend.

Students ages 13 and older are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Requirements

No experience required.

This course is designed specifically for new and prospective firearm owners who want to better understand firearm ownership before making a purchase.

Students ages 13 and older are welcome but must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

What to Bring:

• Note taking materials
• Water, coffee, basic creamers, and sugar will be provided. Feel free to bring snacks, as well as any specialty sweeteners, creamers, or other beverage additions you prefer.
• A positive attitude and willingness to participate