NRA Basic Pistol
The NRA Basic Pistol course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the safe and responsible use of a pistol. It introduces the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to handle, operate, store, and transport a pistol safely.
The course emphasizes safe firearm handling, basic pistol knowledge, and developing good habits that support responsible firearm ownership.
Topics include:
• Pistol safety rules and safe handling
• Pistol components and terminology
• Ammunition fundamentals
• Basic pistol operation
• Loading and unloading procedures
• Safe storage and transportation
• Fundamentals of pistol shooting
• Responsible firearm ownership
Course Details
Format: Classroom-based instruction
Audience: New and prospective firearm owners
Focus: Safe and responsible firearm ownership, handling, storage, transportation, and basic firearm knowledge
Why Take This Course?
Whether you are new to pistols or looking to strengthen your existing knowledge, this course provides a foundation for safe and responsible pistol ownership. It focuses on developing sound safety habits, understanding basic pistol operation, and building the knowledge necessary to handle a pistol responsibly.
The course helps students develop a better understanding of their responsibilities as firearm owners and provides practical knowledge that can be applied whenever a pistol is present.