Training
Classes offered
We are certified by the National Rifle Association, Utah Department of Public Safety, and Massachusetts State Police.
NRA Basic Pistol
The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting course is intended for all individuals regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA affiliation. This course is up to 8 hours which includes classroom and range time learning to shoot revolvers or semi-automatic pistols.
Students learn the three NRA rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest position, two-handed standing positions; cleaning the pistol, and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules, and take a Basics of Pistol Shooting Student Examination, and course completion certificate.
Students can and should bring their own handgun and ammunition of up to 50 rounds. If you currently do not own a handgun, we will provide you with one for training; however, the cost of ammunition is not included in the registration fee.
This class is also proof of training for non-resident carry permits in Arizona, Connecticut, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Montana, Nebraska, Ohio, Oregon, Virginia, and Wyoming.
NRA Home Firearm Safety
Non-shooting Course: This course is designed for those applying for the Massachusetts License to Carry (LTC) or Firearms Identification (FID) card. It provides essential knowledge, skills, and the right attitude for safely handling and storing firearms and ammunition in the home.
Course Details: This four-hour, classroom-only course covers:
- NRA’s three rules for safe gun handling
- Primary causes of firearms accidents
- Firearm parts and how to unload certain action types
- Ammunition components
- Cleaning and care of firearms
- Safe storage of firearms in the home
- Benefits of becoming an active participant in shooting sports
- Massachusetts Law as it pertains to safe handling of firearms
Materials Provided:
- NRA Home Firearm Safety handbook
- NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure
- Basic Firearm Training Program brochure
- Course completion certificate
