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Schedule of Training Events and NRA Courses

Notices:

All firearms training in the United States is limited to persons legally allowed to purchase and own firearms. This is governed by federal laws associated with International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Furthermore, anyone prohibited from owning firearms due to a criminal conviction is also ineligible to receive firearms training. Click here to find out more about the ITAR law.

Generally, NRA Training Courses are for Chapter members and sponsored guests only.



Training Events and NRA Courses

 

DateCourse (Cost)InfoRegister

11/23/2024

7:30A - 6:00P

NRA CCW Instructor Course (Day 1)
Member: $100.00
Non-Member: $120.00

The NRA CCW Instructor course is at least 16-hours long and teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching NRA's Basic CCW course. This is a 2-day event, most of which will be on the range. Prior to the instructor training, candidates complete a pre-course questionnaire and demonstrate their firearm background in pre-course assessment exercises. Candidates must already be an NRA Pistol Instructor, be BIT current, and passed the CCW Basic course. Students demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and complete an instructor certification examination. Basic Instructor Training (BIT) will NOT be given during this course.
* FUR NRA CCW Instr Course[1]

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11/24/2024

8:30A - 6:00P

NRA CCW Instructor Course (Day 2)
Member: $0.00
Non-Member: $0.00

CCW Instructor course (Day 2).
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12/14/2024

8:00A - 5:00P

America's Rifle Course
Member: $100.00
Non-Member: $150.00

America's Rifle (AR) course hosted by Begunners, LLC is designed to teach history, various uses, modification options, lower builds, training opportunities, and other topics specifically of the AR platform. With proper coordination with the instructor, students may choose to bring their own stripped lower to class, and leave with a completed one. This course is intended for those with a working knowledge of ARs, who want to take the next step to learning more. There will be a brief marksmanship clinic on the range, followed by a live fire portion and an opportunity to zero your rifle.
* FUR AR Crs Dec2024[1]
* AR Course Flyer Dec2024[1]

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1/11/2025

7:00A - 6:00P

NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Course
Member: $80.00
Non-Member: $100.00

The Range Safety Officer course content consists of RSO's roles and responsibilities, range standard operating procedures, range inspection and range rules, loading and unloading procedures for multiple action types, firearm stoppages and malfunctions, and Range Safety Briefings, which include procedures to follow in the case of an emergency. It also covers IWLA range specific policies. Non-live fire course.
* FUR RSO course Jan2025[1]

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2/8/2025

7:00A - 6:00P

NRA Basic Rifle Course
Member: $80.00
Non-Member: $100.00

The NRA Basic Rifle course teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for the safe use of a rifle in target shooting. It is typically 8-10 hours long and includes classroom and range live fire. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; rifle parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from various positions; cleaning; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive books and other materials, take a written exam, and receive a course certificate upon successful completion.
* FUR NRA Basic Rifle Course[1]

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3/8/2025

7:00A - 6:00P

NRA Rifle Instructor Course w/ BIT (Day 1)
Member: $120.00
Non-Member: $140.00

The NRA Rifle Instructor course is at least 16-hours long (over 2 days) and teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching NRA’s Basic Rifle Shooting course. Possession of basic firearm safety and shooting skills, as well as completion of the NRA Basic Rifle course are perquisites for certification as an NRA instructor. Prior to the instructor training, candidates complete a pre-course questionnaire and demonstrate their firearm background in pre-course assessment exercises. The course is presented in two parts: Basic Instructor Training (BIT), and discipline specific instructor training. Students demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and complete an instructor certification examination. Students will receive the NRA Trainer’s Guide and an NRA Rifle Shooting Instructor Candidate Packet.
* FUR NRA Rifle Instructor Course[1]

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3/9/2025

7:30A - 6:00P

NRA Rifle Instructor Course (Day 2)
Member: $0.00
Non-Member: $0.00

Rifle Instructor course (Day 2)
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4/12/2025

7:00A - 6:30P

NRA Basic Pistol Course
Member: $80.00
Non-Member: $100.00

The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting is intended for all individuals regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. Course topics include: safety, operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, ammunition, pistol selection and storage, shooting fundamentals, pistol inspection and maintenance, and continued opportunities to train. Additionally, students will complete live fire training, and shoot a qualification course while on the range with an NRA Certified Instructor. Students will receive materials, a handbook, take a written exam, and receive a course certificate upon successful completion.
* FUR NRA Basic Pistol Course[1]

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5/10/2025

8:30A - 3:00P

Refuse To Be A Victim (RTBAV) Seminar
Member: $40.00
Non-Member: $40.00

This 3 to 4 hour seminar teaches tips and techniques to be alerted to dangerous situations and to avoid criminal confrontation. While this program is not a firearms or self-defense class, it is a seminar that will help you improve your personal safety strategies and will provide you with valuable information that you can apply in every area of your life. Open to individuals of all ages. Non live-fire course.
* FUR RTBAV Seminar - May[1]

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6/14/2025

7:00A - 5:30P

NRA Basic Shotgun Course
Member: $80.00
Non-Member: $100.00

The NRA Basic Shotgun course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for the safe and proper use of a shotgun in shooting a moving target. This course is generally 10 hours long and includes classroom and range time learning how to shoot shotguns at moving targets. Students learn safe gun handling; shotgun parts and operation; shell components; shell malfunctions; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting at straight away and angled targets; cleaning; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive materials, a handbook, take an exam, and receive a course certificate upon successful completion.
* FUR NRA Basic Shotgun Course[1]

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PPOTH Course April 2017

CCW Course Sep 2019

Rifle Course Nov 2017

Rifle Course August 2020

Rifle Course Nov 2019

Rifle Instructor Course Dec 2019

Basic Shotgun Course Aug 2019

Women on Target Oct 2021

Women on Target Oct 2021
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Nick Roberge, Training Committee Chair , Send Message