NRA Defensive Pistol Shooting Class

PREREQUISITE:  Must have completed NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home Course.

The NRA Defensive Pistol Course will focus on the techniques needed to develop a defensive mindset.

The goal of the course will be to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to carry and use a concealed pistol ethically, responsibly, and with confidence.

As a result of participating in this course, the student will be able to explain and demonstrate the following:

• How to apply the NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling when carrying a concealed firearm Basic principles of concealment
• The difference between cover and concealment
• Drawing from the holster
• Levels of mental awareness
• Developing the proper mindset when using a pistol for personal protection
• Clearing common stoppages
• Use of pocket pistols, and more

Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection Outside The Home handbook, safe gun handling brochure and the NRA Marksmanship booklet.   

Required Materials:

• Handgun
• Strong side holster( Should be kydex or leather, must not collapse on itself, must fit your gun and completely cover the trigger guard)
• Gun Belt (no flimsy belts allowed. It must support your equipment)
• 3 magazines/speed-loaders
• Magazine pouch or way to carry extra magazines
• Cover garment (jacket, vest, shirt etc.)
• 300 rounds of ammunition - No reloads or steel core
• Eye & Ear Protection (electronic ear pro is recommended)

Suggested Supplies:  Pen, pencil and paper for note taking.  

Bring a sack lunch and snacks. We provide bottled water. Soda and snacks are available for $1.00 each.  There is a microwave in the classroom for your use.  

No tank tops, v-neck or scoop neck t-shirts.  Crew-neck style t-shirts are recommended.   A baseball style cap is highly recommended.  Closed toe shoes are required.  Most of your time will be spent out on the firing line.  This is a rain or shine class.  Please wear comfortable shoes and dress accordingly for the weather conditions.   

 NO FIREARMS OR AMMUNITION ARE ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM. THIS INCLUDES CCW and LEO. NO EXCEPTIONS! Leave your firearm and ammunition secured in your locked vehicle until an Instructor directs you to retrieve it.

FYI - California law requires you to transport your firearm in a locked case.

This class is for law-abiding citizens, as defined by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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