Course description       

The Basic Handgun Course is a 3-hour class that covers all the basics of purchasing, owning, operating, maintaining, and cleaning a handgun. This class is ideal for first time or novice shooters ages 10+, or for anyone wanting to build a good foundation of firearms knowledge. Topics include things to look for when purchasing a firearm, issues in owning a firearm, fundamentals of operating a firearm, fundamentals of marksmanship, firearm maintenance, and cleaning. All minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian.

COURSE CONTENT:

1. SELF-DEFENSE FIREARM BASICS:

1. •Universal safety rules
   

2. •Clearing a semi-automatic    
   

3. •Clearing a revolver
   

4. •Additional safety considerations    
   

5. •Defining a gun’s action    
   

6. •Understanding revolvers    
   

7. •Understanding semi-automatics    
   

8. •Modern, striker-fired handguns    
   

9. •What happens when the trigger is pressed    
   

10. •Understanding magazines    
    

11. •Selecting a handgun    
    

12. •Pros and cons of handgun choices    
    

13. •Ammunition components    
    

14. •Ammunition care and storage    
    

15. •Common ammunition malfunctions    
    

16. •Clearing semi-auto malfunctions 
    

17. •Other use of force options
    

2. DEFENSIVE SHOOTING FUNDAMENTALS:

1. •Defensive shooting versus marksmanship    
   

2. •Proper grip    
   

3. •Shooting platform
   

4. •Aligning the muzzle to the target    
   

5. •Unsighted fire, point shooting    
   

6. •Flash sight picture
   

7. •Sighted fire
   

8. •Trigger control
   

Cost:  $20.00  $5.00 goes to books and material s and $15.00 go towards The Independence fund