Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for the safe use of a rifle in target shooting. This course is 2 days long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot rifles. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; rifle parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest, prone, sitting, standing and kneeling positions; cleaning, and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Rifle Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Rifle Shooting Student Examination, and receive a course completion certificate.
TOPICS COVERED INCLUDE:
- Safety
- Rifle Mechanisms and Operation
- Building Rifle Shooting Skills
- Rifle Shooting Activities
- Rifle Maintenance, Selection and Use
DRILLS INCLUDE:
- Dry/Live FIre
- Fundamentals
- Emergency Reload (Primary & Support)
- Primary & Suport only shooting
- Non-Dominant shooting
- Movement
- Recovery
- Basic Marksmenship
- Zeroing
- Disasembly / Assembly
- Cleaning
- Shooting Positions
TIME
2 Days – 8am to 5pm
WHAT TO BRING
- Rifle- Semi-Automatic, Bolt, Lever (Rentals are available)
- Extra Magazines (if applicable)
- Hat
- Shoes (no open toe)
- Ear / Eye Protection
- 200 Rounds Ammo
- Food / Drink
- Adverse Weather clothing
CERTIFICATES
- 308 Tactical Defensive Rifle 1
- NRA Basic Rifle Shooting Course
FAQ’S
What about food and drinks? We highly suggest bringing food, water, and snacks for the entire day.