Description
Intro to Handgun is a 1 day, 8-hour class that is designed for people who are new to firearms. Students will learn firearms safety, maintenance, marksmanship fundamentals, manipulation, and more. Students will leave the course with a working level knowledge of how to safely and effectively employ the handgun.
Introduction to Handgun – Recommended Gear List
250 rounds of the correct factory ammo for your handgun (no reloads)
Magazines (3 min) or Speed Loaders/Moon Clips (3 min)
Quality Holster (strong side outside waistband, no shoulder or cross draw holsters)
Sturdy pistol belt
Magazine pouch(s)
Weapon cleaning kit & lube
Hearing/eye protection
Notepad/pen
Clothes appropriate for the season and a high altitude desert
Long sleeve shirt & pants, (no low cut open tops that can catch hot brass)
Closed-toed athletic/outdoor footwear
Ball cap
Water bottle, water, snacks, lunch for both days
Sunscreen & Chapstick
NOTE: Handguns and ammunition of questionable quality or in questionable condition will not be appropriate for this course. We will be conducting live-fire drills, so firearms must be reliable, reloadable, and safe for use.
Questions? Contact your Lead Instructor prior to course start date.
