HANDGUN 101: ORIENTATION - WOMEN - 4 HR

Service Description

This course is the ideal starting point for new female gun owners and those interested in acquiring a new skill. Perfect for individuals with no formal training, or someone that has not trained with a handgun in a while. OVERVIEW This course offers the essential knowledge and skills required to safely handle handguns in a supportive learning environment. It covers a wide range of topics, including purchasing, storing, transporting, carrying, and cleaning a firearm, as well as an overview of self-defense laws. The course content may meet local requirements for concealed carry and other permits (check with your local issuing agency for specific requirements – in most cases, this course will exceed those requirements). EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS None. COURSE OUTLINE • Responsible firearms ownership and applications of the handgun • Firearms safety for the home, workplace, and vehicle • Safety concerns and practices while training and while carrying a firearm • Safe use and handling of firearms • Locking devices and techniques for firearms to prevent unauthorized access • Potential dangers (penetration, ricochet, misidentification, accidental discharges, etc.) • Ready positions • Components and operation of modern pistols • Types, components, and purposes of modern ammunition • Applicable laws relating to the possession, transportation, and storage of firearms • General guidelines on interstate travel with firearms • Administrative loading and unloading of pistols • Fundamentals of basic shooting techniques • Preventative maintenance (cleaning, maintenance, inspection, and safe storage) EQUIPMENT LIST Do not bring any firearms or ammunition to this course Ladies should wear long pants with pockets, closed toe shoes (no flip flops or sandals), and a crew neck (T-shirt) or button-up shirt (no low-cut neck lines) Tuition includes free loan of firearms, holsters, safety glasses and hearing protection.