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HANDGUN MARKSMANSHIP BASICS I

Basic - An opportunity to build on the fundamentals of defensive shooting.

Duration: 1.5 hours of classroom, 2 hours range time, class size dependent

$65.00

Fee

Date Location Class Size Class Time Instructor Availability
Register Now May 4 Saturday 1 - 10 Students 1:00pm to 4:00pm DAVID MITCHELL SR Space Available
Register Now May 9 Thursday 1 - 8 Students 4:00pm to 7:00pm DAVID MITCHELL SR Space Available
Register Now June 6 Thursday 1 - 8 Students 4:00pm to 7:00pm DAVID MITCHELL SR Space Available
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Description

The Handgun Marksmanship Basics I os a beginner level course.  This course is a prerequisite for many advanced level shooting courses.  No matter your experience, you will learn applicable technical information, greatly improve your skills and abilities.  You will not only be trained but taught how to train on your own to maintain your skills.  The low student to instructor ratio ensures that each student can be pushed individually while in a group environment. 

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Topics Covered

. Handgun Safety
. Handgun familiarization
. Safe Handgun Handling
. Cycle of Operation
. Gear
. Marksmanship Fundamentals
. Safe Clearing, Loading and Unloading
. Magazine Changes
. Transitions
. Live Fire Drills

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Expectations and Outcomes

Upon successful completion the student will be enabled to:
. Demonstrate knowledge of the Universal Firearm Safety Rules
. Demonstrate knowledge of handgun cycle of operation
. Demonstrate skill in safe handgun handling
. Demonstrate skill in marksmanship fundamentals
. Demonstrate skill in loading and unloading the magazine
. Demonstrate skill in safe clearing, loading and unloading the Handgun
. Demonstrate skill to safely present, aim, and accurately fire the handgun

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Types

Basic, USCCA Courses

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Documentation Requirements

Valid ID

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

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Requirements

Handgun and 2 spare magazines (strongly recommend full-size semi-automatic pistol)
Minimum 100 complete units of ammunition 
Outside the Waistband (OWB) Holster
Eye and Ear Protection (Recommend Electronic Earmuffs in order to hear instructions and range commands)
Range appropriate clothing for suitability and comfort

Optional Equipment:

Addtional magazines
Magazine belt pouches
Camp chair for breaks