NRA FIRST Steps Pistol Orientation

Description

NRA FIRST Steps Pistol is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the safe handling and proper orientation to one specific pistol action type for classes of four or fewer students. This course is at least three hours long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot a specific pistol action type. Students will learn the NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; the particular pistol model parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; cleaning the pistol; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, FIRST Steps Course completion certificate.

Topics Covered

Pistol Safety, Parts, and OperationIntroduction to Ammunition and the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting

Pistol Shooting from the Benchrest Position

Pistol Cleaning, Storage, and Training Opportunities

Expectations and Outcomes

Will provide beginning shooters with an introduction to the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to own and use a specific pistol model safely.

Students will receive the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, FIRST Steps Course completion certificate, and Lesson Plan.

Types

Basic, NRA Courses

Documentation Requirements

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

Requirements

What to bring:

A semi-automatic pistol or revolver. Smaller calibers are better to learn with.

100-150 rounds of ammunition in the correct caliber for pistol/revolver you bring. No reloaded ammunition.

Pen, Note pad and Highlighter.