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BASIC RIFLE

Stephen Roberts |

  • Includes Live Fire
    • Sat, Oct. 24, 2026

      9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

  • $150
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    1610 NW 65th Place
    GAINESVILLE, FL 32653
  • In-Class Time
    4 Hour(s)
  • Range Time
    2 Hour(s)
131DAYS
1HRS
50MINS
20SECS

10 seats remaining

What You'll Learn

Basic Rifle is designed to teach the new owner of an AR-15 the basics of what they need to know to be safe and successful AR owners.

This class is primarily geared towards AR-15s. However, any semi-auto rifle is welcomed!

Topics include firearm safety, ballistics and zeroing, AR-15 parts and accessories, as well as basic shooting positions.

Round Count: 50 to 100 rounds

GEAR REQUIRED: Semi-auto rifle with optic or iron sights (preferably zeroed but not required), 3 magazines, eye and ear protection.

OPTIONAL: Sling, plate carrier or war belt, towel or mat for prone position.

What We'll Teach

Getting Started with the AR-15

Classroom only; instructor-led PowerPoint presentation highlighting the history and popularity of the AR-15; parts, features, and functions; overview of cleaning and maintenance; accessorizing the AR-15; and basics about using the AR-15 for home defense.

131DAYS
1HRS
50MINS
20SECS

Upcoming Class Dates for
Basic Rifle

2 Upcoming

  • Sat, Aug. 22, 2026 9:00 AM
    with Stephen Roberts
  • Sat, Oct. 24, 2026 9:00 AM
    with Stephen Roberts
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Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone

Parents, Teachers, Concerned Citizens, Business Professionals, Churchgoers, and anyone who wants to keep themselves and others safe

What to Bring

  • Ammunition
  • Long Pants
  • Close-toed Shoes
  • Brimmed Hat
  • Rifle / Carbine
  • Water / Beverage
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  • Pen & Notebook
  • Eye & Ear Protection
  • Knee pads
  • Range Bag

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What Students Are Saying

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    Class taken on Sat, Aug. 23, 2025
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    • Stephen Roberts

      GAINESVILLE, FL

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    Submitted on Thur, Sep. 25, 2025 by Joseph E.

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    • Stephen Roberts

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    "Stephen's course is an excellent class for novice rifle owners, (especially with the AR-15 platform). Training covered safety, rifle components, builds, and much needed range time to prove out accuracy and good technique. Highly recommend the course."

    Submitted on Mon, Apr. 21, 2025 by Gerald L.

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    Submitted on Mon, Apr. 21, 2025 by Richard S.

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