The NRA Basic Pistol Course is the perfect starting point for new gun owners or anyone looking to enhance their handgun skills. This nationally recognized course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of safe pistol handling, operation, and marksmanship.
What You’ll Learn
- Firearm Safety: Learn essential safety rules for handling and storing pistols.
- Parts & Operation: Understand the mechanics and functionality of different types of handguns.
- Ammunition Basics: Learn about ammunition components and their proper usage.
- Shooting Fundamentals: Develop skills in grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control.
- Cleaning & Maintenance: Gain knowledge on how to properly clean and maintain your firearm.
- Range Practice: Hands-on shooting exercises to build your confidence and accuracy.
Who Should Attend?
This course is ideal for beginners or anyone seeking structured and professional instruction in handgun safety and operation. No prior experience is required – just a willingness to learn in a safe and supportive environment.
Course Benefits
- Taught by NRA-certified instructors.
- Receive a completion certificate that meets many state requirements for firearm permits.
- Gain confidence in handling and shooting a pistol safely and responsibly.
Course Length
The NRA Basic Pistol Course typically takes 8 hours to complete and includes both classroom instruction and live-fire range training.