** It is recommended you know how to draw from a holster. **

More Details: Presenting the NRA’s new, most comprehensive training course ever…Basic CCW. This course is at least an 8 hour instructor lead course with an extensive amount information covering everything from general pistol & ammunition information, holster draw, mindset, concealed carry methodologies, etc. The NRA CCW Course is intended for all individuals regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, NRA Personal Protection Outside of the Home hand book and course completion certificate.

Lessons Covered in this Course:

Lesson 1: Firearm Safety

Lesson 2: Pistol Nomenclature and Selecting a Pistol for Self-Defense

Lesson 3: Ammunition Knowledge and Defensive Ammunition Selection

Lesson 4: Basic Defensive Pistol Skills

Lesson 5: Drawing from Concealment

Lesson 6: Loading and Stoppage Remediation

Lesson 7: Mindset, Responding to an Attack and the Aftermath

Lesson 8: Carry Modes and Pistol Concealment

Lesson 9: Firearm Cleaning and Maintenance

Lesson 10: Sport Shooting and Training Activities

Necessary Equipment List:

• Above All...An Open Mind

• Pistol: Semi-Auto preferred, Revolvers are welcome

• Lunch is included with this course

• 250 rounds of quality ammo (No steel case)

• Strongside belt holster

• Eye Protection

• Ear Protection - Electronic Preferred

• Sturdy gun belt (double thickness)

• Minimum of three magazines or six speed loaders

• Magazine pouch - Holds at least two spare mags

• Raingear (We shoot rain or shine)

• Hat and sunblock

• Knee Pads (Optional)

• Elbow Pads (Optional)

• Drinking water

• Bug Spray

• Pen and paper

• Firearms cleaning and lubrication equipment