National Rifle Association Basic Pistol Shooting Course
This course is intended for all adults despite prior experience or affiliation.
The NRA offers two approaches of taking this course. One is the e-learning method. Students can take the course on the internet through a NRA portal on the NRA website. Then students must find an instructor. The course is reviewed with the instructor. After that, the shooting part of the course is completed with the instructor. The other method is the instructor-led course. This course is taught by an NRA Certified Instructor in a classroom setting and then practical shooting qualifications are done.
Once the student has enrolled in the online course, you create a personal identification number (PIN). When you successfully finish the course, printing your certificate will trigger that PIN. The activated PIN lets you register for the instructor-led training part of the course. Go to firearmtraining.nra.org, select student courses. Find the appropriate course and then click find a course near you, select NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting and search.
During the instructor-led training part of the course, an NRA certified instructor will confirm comprehension of gun safety rules. They will make certain the application of these rules. They will also review the range code of behavior, proper handling, and loading and unloading safety procedures. Additionally, they will assess the student’s ability to apply the pistol shooting fundamentals and find stable shooting positions. The course includes live fire and a final shooting qualification. Students do not have to have a firearm or ammunition to join this course. If need be, American Firearms Instruction can supply firearms and ammunition. We prefer that students use their own firearms since they are used to them.
There is no guarantee of a seat in a class until payment and registration have been verified by us. Once payment and registration have been completed and verified, then and only then will your seat be guaranteed. This policy is for all prospective students. No exceptions will be made.
Students must attend the classroom part of the course before being allowed to attend the range session. PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. NO WALK-INS ALLOWED.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
Skills Learned:
Some of the topics covered in this course include firearm safety rules. The proper use of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols is also discussed. Other topics are ammunition knowledge and choice. Additionally, selecting and storing the correct pistol to fit the student’s needs is covered. Fundamentals of shooting and the proper inspection and maintenance of your pistol are also part of the course.
Dates and Locations:
We have scheduled our First Quarter Courses and confirmed them with our venue. Listed below are the dates for the First Quarter Courses. Thank you everyone for your patience as we waited for confirmation from the venue.
Saturday, January 17, 2026 12:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Interim HealthCare
Sunday, January 18, 2026 08:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Ready, Aim Fire Range
Saturday, February 14, 2026 12:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Interim HealthCare
Sunday, February 08, 2026 08:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Ready, Aim Fire Range
Saturday, March 14, 2026 12:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Interim Health Care
Sunday, March 15, 2026 08:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Ready, Aim Fire Range
Instructor:
Thomas J. Wilson
Step 1: Download and sign after reading American Firearms Instruction Policies.
AMERICAN FIREARMS INSTRUCTION POLICY COMPLIANCE CONFIRMATION FORM:
Step 2: Register Online for the Class
Click the button below to register for the class on the NRA website. Select the student courses button, then select the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course. Choose the correct class and instructor and fill out the information to register for training.
Step 3: Make Online Payment
NRA Basic Pistol Course
Once registered, please make payment so that your seat will be saved. Seats are saved once payment is received, not once registered. All students must provide a copy of your Firearms Identification Card or Drivers License and signed American Firearms Instruction LLC Policy Compliance Confirmation Form sent by email prior to the course.
$210.00
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