Handguns 101: Firearm Safety and Handling

Handguns 101: Firearm Safety and Handling

This course is designed and presented as an entry level program focusing on introducing students to modern handguns, particularly the semi-automatic handgun.  Safe weapons handling skills and understanding range rules are the primary talking points.

Range Waiver:  Click on the link to sign waiver.  Range Waiver

Course Length

• 4- 5 hours

Prerequisites

• This is an introductory level class, there are no prerequisites.

Topics Covered

• Introduction
• What’s Your Why
• Firearm Safety & Handling
• Range Rules
• Fundamentals of Handgun Shooting
• Putting into Practice
• Skill Assessment

Includes

• Instruction
• Range time
• Targets
• Firearm Rental of 22lr
• 25rds of 22lr ammo
• Ear & Eye Protection

Location

We will be meeting at Harry Beckwith Guns & Range.  Doors open at 8:30am.  Please arrive early, as we may not permit late arrivals.

• Harry Beckwith Guns & Range
• 12130 S HWY 441 Micanopy, FL 32667
• 352-466-3340

Age

• 18yrs and older
• Under 18yrs of age must have a parent or legal guardian attending the same course.

You May Bring

• Your personal firearm
• Eye Protection: We recommend wrap around safety glasses.
• Ear Protection: We recommend Electronic Ear Protection.  We sell a few options.
• Notebook & pen to take notes.
• Snack/lunch & water

Range Attire

• Cap or Wide Brimmed hat: This is to avoid brass
• No loose-fitting shirts at the neck, tank tops,v-neck, etc…To avoid brass from entering shirt
• Sturdy closed-toe shoes