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
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Generally, NRA Training Courses are for Chapter members and sponsored guests only.
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 includes classroom and range time. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; shotgun parts and operation; shotgun shell components; malfunctions; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting at straight away and angled targets; cleaning; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive written materials, take an exam, and receive a course certificate upon successful completion.
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The NRA Chief Range Safety Officer (RSO) course teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching NRA’s Basic RSO course. Candidates must be at least 21 years old. Topics include: RSO's roles and responsibilities, range SOPs, 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. Non-live fire course. 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 RSO Instructor Candidate Packet.
POC: Ralph M Alshouse
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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 at least eight hours long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot rifles. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; rifle parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from multiple positions; cleaning; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Rifle Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, MQP booklet, take a written exam, and receive a course certificate upon successful completion.
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. Non-live fire course.
The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting is intended for all individuals regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. Course topics include: gun safety rules, proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, ammunition, pistol selection and storage, shooting fundamentals, pistol inspection and maintenance, marksmanship, and safety. Additionally, students will complete live fire training and qualify while on the range with an NRA Certified Instructor. Students will receive written materials, take a written exam, and receive a course certificate upon successful completion. This course is a prerequisite to become an NRA Pistol Instructor.
POC: Guy L Marangoni
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The NRA Pistol Instructor course is at least 16-hours long and teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching NRA’s Basic Pistol Shooting course. Possession of basic firearm safety and shooting skills is a prerequisite 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 includes 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 Pistol Shooting Instructor Candidate Packet.
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NRA HQ sponsored closed event, pistol range exclusive use Tuesday all day, Thursday 1330 to 1700, Friday 1130-1230, check homepage for details/updates, may be shifted due to weather
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$0.00
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NRA HQ sponsored closed event, pistol range exclusive use Tuesday all day, Thursday 1330 to 1700, Friday 1130-1230, check homepage for details/updates, may be shifted due to weather
