BASIC RIFLE FUNDAMENTALS

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Duration: 4 hours

Prerequisite: 

There is no prerequisite for this course.

Course Overview: 

This course is taught by an NRA certified instructor with a real-world law enforcement background, experienced in providing hands-on training for the new or novice rifle owner that teaches the basic firearms knowledge necessary to safely handle, load, fire, and maintain most types of semi-auto sporting rifles. 

This course is interactive and covers the proper methods for breaking down your rifle, performing safety checks, identifying parts for wear, cleaning techniques, importance of zeroing, mechanical offset, malfunction clearing, establishing solid foundational marksmanship proficiencies, and applying those skills with a 50-round live fire practical exercise. 

There is ample opportunity in the classroom and range to achieve the desired practical knowledge in this casual and stress-free learning environment. You’ll find this course to be very informative and adaptive in establishing a solid foundation in rifle marksmanship basics!

The course duration is approximately 4 hours, depending on class size and number of questions asked, with a 3-hour live fire exercise.

Course Outline:

· Universal firearms safety rules.

· Components (nomenclature) and operation of the semi-auto rifle/carbine (interactive dry practice 

  exercises).

· Types, components, and purposes of modern ammunition.

· Administrative in-service loading, unloading, and clearing rifle techniques.

· Basic rifle marksmanship fundamentals.

· Rifle shooting positions. 

· Principles of mounting and connecting with the rifle.

· Iron sights, optic choices, and zeroing. 

· Understanding and utilizing theory of mechanical offset (height over bore).

· Sling selection and usage.

· Safe storage and security.

· Preventative maintenance (cleaning, maintenance, and inspection).

Practical Skill Exercise:

· Perform a rifle safety and function check. (classroom)

· Perform administrative in-service loading and unloading rifle techniques. (classroom and 

  range)

· Perform rifle immediate action techniques. (classroom)

· Perform rifle sling techniques. (classroom)

· Perform rifle shooting positions. (classroom and range)

· Disassembly and assembly of a rifle for cleaning, maintenance, and inspection. (classroom)

Required Equipment: (Some items may be available to rent at the host location)

· Semi-auto rifle/carbine with iron or optical sight. (no 22 caliber rifles).

· --Rental firearms may be available at location if available.

· Hearing protection (passive or electronic).

· Eye protection—wraparound eyewear, polycarbonate lenses or non-shattering prescription glasses.

· Note taking material (notepad and pen/pencil).

· Reliable two-point sling. Contact us for additional questions.

· Rigid gun belt (1.5” or wider) along with a sturdy rifle magazine pouch.

· At least 2 rifle magazines.

· Casual, comfortable clothing suitable for training in any weather.

· Closed toe shoes, footwear suitable for rapid movement and turning. 

· Shooting gloves, Knee pads and Elbow pads (optional for student’s comfort level).

· 350 rounds of range approved ammunition.

· Must be at least 18 years of age with a valid state ID or U.S. Government issued ID (Passport or 

  Military ID). (Please contact for additional questions)

Course Occupancy Notification:

We keep class sizes relatively small - generally no more than ten students - so everyone receives proper attention. Classes fill up quickly due to the small size, so sign up today!

This course can be conducted in a family, small group, or corporate setting. Several components of this course are integrated into our 1:1 private lesson plan. For additional information or any special accommodation, please contact us. 

                              ****No Loaded Firearms Allowed in the Classroom****