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DEFENSIVE RIFLE - PHOENIX, AZ

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  • Includes Live Fire
    • Sun, Oct. 25, 2026

      8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  • $225
  • Use my location
    Ben Avery Shooting Facility
    4044 W Black Canyon Blvd
    Phoenix, AZ 85086
  • Range Time
    8 Hour(s)
86DAYS
18HRS
47MINS
55SECS
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What You'll Learn

This class introduces students to the safe and responsible defensive use of the AR-15 platform. Topics include rifle safety, basic operation, handling, and foundational marksmanship skills, with an emphasis on practical defensive application. This course builds confidence and reinforces best practices for safe, effective AR-15 ownership and use.

This class is designed for only AR15's. Please do not bring Bullpups, AK's, etc

Rifles must be equipped with a sling, preferably a 2 point.

Round count is approximately 400 rounds.

Cancellation Policy: To provide the highest quality training experience, course schedules, instructor assignments, and range resources are planned well in advance. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with the following policy. Student Cancellations: More than 14 days before the course: Students may cancel and receive a full refund or transfer their registration to another available course. Less than 14 days before the course: No refunds will be issued. Students may transfer to another course one time, subject to availability. No Shows: Students who fail to attend without prior notification forfeit their course tuition. Course Cancellations by the Training Organization: Courses may be canceled or rescheduled due to insufficient enrollment, severe weather, range availability, instructor illness, or other unforeseen circumstances. If a course is canceled by the training organization, students may choose to: Transfer to another available course at no additional cost, or Receive a full refund of their course tuition. The training organization is not responsible for travel expenses, lodging, ammunition, equipment costs, or other incidental expenses incurred by students. Weather Policy: Courses will generally proceed as scheduled unless conditions create an unsafe training environment. Students will be notified as soon as practical if a course must be postponed due to weather. Student Responsibility Students are responsible for ensuring they meet all course prerequisites and arrive with the required equipment listed in the course description. Failure to meet prerequisites or bring required equipment does not qualify for a refund. Emergency Exceptions: We understand that emergencies happen. Requests for exceptions due to medical emergencies, family emergencies, military deployment, or other extraordinary circumstances will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the training organization. Students who fail to notify within the required timeframe and do not attend the class will not receive a refund. No refunds will be issued once the class has been attended

What We'll Teach

AR-15 Fundamentals

This classroom and live-fire AR-15 Fundamentals course is designed to introduce responsible gun owners to the safe handling, proper maintenance, and effective use of AR-15-style rifles in the context of civilian home defense and defense.

Classroom topics include:

  • Overview of basic AR-15 nomenclature and function
  • Cleaning and maintenance
  • Accessorizing the AR-15

Live-range topics include:

  • How to safely and effectively operate an AR-15
  • How to confirm zero
  • How to improve skills and precision with an AR-15

Additional Notes from Your Instructor

This course is designed for serious students who want skills they can rely on—not just drills they can pass. Train with the gear you trust, focus on fundamentals, and leave with tools you can apply immediately in your daily life. If you are interested in becoming a USCCA Certified Defensive Rifle Instructor, you must first take this end-user version of the class.

86DAYS
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47MINS
55SECS
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