BASIC HANDGUN
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of safe and responsible handgun ownership and use. Students will learn the basic parts and operation of a handgun, essential safety rules, ammunition basics, proper grip and stance, and the core marksmanship principles needed to build a strong foundation.
Description
Course Objectives:
Students will learn how to:
- Understand the universal rules of firearm safety
- Identify the basic parts and function of a handgun
- Understand how ammunition works
- Demonstrate safe loading and unloading procedures
- Build proper grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control
- Develop safe gun-handling habits
- Gain confidence with basic handgun operation
Topics Covered:
- Firearm safety rules
- Types of handguns and their basic parts
- Ammunition basics
- Safe loading and unloading
- Proper grip and stance
- Sight alignment and sight picture
- Trigger control and follow-through
- Basic range safety and etiquette
- Safe storage and responsible ownership
Training Methods:
- Classroom instruction
- Demonstration
- Dry-practice exercises
- Optional live-fire component if included
Required Equipment:
- Note-taking materials
- Eye and ear protection if range time is included
- Handgun and ammunition if required for live fire
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Completion Requirements:
Students must attend the full class and participate in classroom instruction and any practical exercises.
Age Requirements
18