NRA Basic Pistol

List of Available Classes

Why Take This Course?

Even if you have never held a handgun, you will be able to safely handle, shoot, clean, and store a semi-automatic pistol and revolver after you complete this course. If you are already familiar with handguns, the shooting skills section of this course can help you become a more accurate, faster handgun marksman.

This course is low-pressure, low-stress, and allows you to ask questions as the course progresses. You will not be asked to do anything that you are uncomfortable doing.

You do not need to own a handgun to take this course. In fact, this class teaches you how to choose your first handgun! Both semi-automatic and revolver-type handguns are available to borrow. If you already own a handgun, you are welcome to use it during the range session.

Please Note: Absolutely NO live ammunition is allowed in the classroom at any time.

Course Description

The NRA Basic Pistol class teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and operating a pistol safely. This course is at least 8 hours long (divided into two sessions) and includes both classroom and range time learning to shoot revolvers and semi-automatic pistols.

Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; pistol parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest and two handed standing positions; cleaning the pistol; and continued opportunities for skill development.

Students will receive the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Pistol Shooting Student Examination, and course completion certificate.

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be presented with a certificate that can be used to apply for your Colorado Concealed Carry Permit.

Prerequisites - NRA Basic Pistol

Although there are no pre-requisites or age restrictions for the course, a general minimum age suggestion would be 12 years old. This may vary significantly depending upon the specific student's maturity level and attention span.

If This Class is for You...

Visit the class schedule page to see when the next class is being offered (or to request a special class date!)