Christine Maki

Basic Handgun Training is approximately a 6 to 8-hour course. Students will learn the Basics of Pistol Shooting and receive an extensive lesson in safety, gun handling, the various types of pistols, the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship, various pistol firing positions, several practical exercises on the firing range, discussion on cleaning, storage, and a summary of various pistol sports and activities.

The Basic Handgun Training Course introduces students to the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for owning and using a pistol safely. Through this course, the students will learn about pistol parts and operation, ammunition, gun safety, pistol shooting fundamentals, and pistol shooting activities. The Basic Pistol Course will also help prepare the student for participation in other courses. The live-fire exercise generally consists of 50 rounds of ammunition. After these 50 rounds, you will be acclimated to the gun and be able to demonstrate the skills learned in the classroom environment. After this training, you will be prepared to visit any range and apply this knowledge which you have learned.

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Join the Greater Black Hills Chapter of A Girl & A Gun for Brunch & Bullets.

Members and non-members are welcome!

Join us for some range time on the second Saturday of every month. [NOTE: EXCEPT July 9th & August 13th, 2022 - NO CLASSES on these dates.]

Our goal is to come together in community, training and educating, while enjoying time together at the range.

• We will go over the USCCA 4 Basic Range Rules, safe firearm handling, and safe firearm storage.
• Target practice
• Basic Pistol Drills

In this course we be working on the right mindset for self-defense with a firearm; Looking at how we must be prepared mentally and physically, what is 'Use of Force', and learn how different marksmanship and defensive shooting can be. In this class we will continue to develop and build upon the fundamental shooting skills we have trained on out at the range.

A Girl & A Gun - Greater Black Hills Chapter

Girls Night Out - Spearfish Riffle & Pistol Range

A Girl and A Gun - Greater Black Hills provides opportunities for ladies to get together at target practice and make new friends.

Basic handgun fundamentals are required to attend. Attendees must bring their own firearms and ammo.

This is a social event, designed for women who already have basic handgun fundamentals. This is not a training event.

After our time on the range, we will choose a location to go have brunch, in Spearfish.

What to Bring to target practice: We practice rain or shine Dress for the range and the weather. Remember no v-neck or low cut shirts (don't want hot brass going down your shirt) Long pants Eye protection Ear Protection Brimmed hat (To keep hot brass from dropping between your eye protection and your face)

Please bring plenty of ammunition - 100 -150 Rounds

If you're still not a member of A Girl & A Gun and want to be, please join us: https://www.agirlandagun.org/s/membership/sd-greater-black-hills/

If you have any questions, please call or email. I love getting the ladies of the Black Hills, of South Dakota, out exercising their Second Amendment right and continuing their training and enjoying time on the range together. Thank you!

A Girl & A Gun - Greater Black Hills Chapter

Brunch & Bullets - Held at the Buffalo Chip Shooting Complex.

A Girl and A Gun - Greater Black Hills provides opportunities for ladies to get together at target practice and make new friends.

Basic handgun fundamentals are required to attend. Attendees must bring their own firearms and ammo.

This is a social event, designed for women who already have basic handgun fundamentals. This is not a training event.

After our time on the range, we will choose a location to go have brunch, in Sturgis.

What to Bring to target practice: We practice rain or shine Dress for the range and the weather. Remember no v-neck or low cut shirts (don't want hot brass going down your shirt) Long pants Eye protection Ear Protection Brimmed hat (To keep hot brass from dropping between your eye protection and your face)

Please bring plenty of ammunition - 100 -150 Rounds

If you're still not a member of A Girl & A Gun and want to be, please join us: https://www.agirlandagun.org/s/membership/sd-greater-black-hills/

If you have any questions, please call or email. I love getting the ladies of the Black Hills, of South Dakota, out exercising their Second Amendment right and continuing their training and enjoying time on the range together. Thank you!

THIS COURSE REGISTRATION IS FOR INITIAL (FIRST TIME OR EXPIRED) SOUTH DAKOTA ENHANCED CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT

This course abides by the South Dakota State Approved Training:

• Adult student focused teaching

• Use of force statutes with scenario overviews and the South Dakota state laws governing the use of force

• Safe and responsible firearms handling

• Self-defense principles and more

• 98 Round live fire training

In this course we be working on the right mindset for self-defense with a firearm; Looking at how we must be prepared mentally and physically, what is 'Use of Force', and learn how different marksmanship and defensive shooting can be.

In this class we will continue to develop and build upon the fundamental shooting skills that you MUST have from basic pistol shooting knowledge and competence. We can build upon your basic skills.

NOTE: ALL CLASSES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

2025 South Dakota - Ladies Safety & Awareness Seminar RAPID CITY

Saturday, October 4, 2025 9:00 AM -1:30 PM Meet in the SD Game, Fish & Parks West Campus Classroom 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Meet at the North Range of the Pete Lien & Sons Shooting Sports Complex, Rapid City

Overview: 1.) Presentation on awareness and not becoming a victim in our daily lives. 2.) Women's Safety across South Dakota 3.) Round-table lunch discussion. (Lunch is provided.) 4.) Actively participate in self-defense basics. 5.) Learn to shoot a pistol, a rifle, and a shotgun

2024 South Dakota - Ladies Safety & Awareness Seminar RAPID CITY Overview: 1.) A presentation from BEPD on awareness and not becoming a victim in our daily lives. 2.) PREP - Phoenix Rising Education Program. (Awareness & Prevention for child exploitation and sex trafficking)

• Lunchtime (Lunch is provided!) - 3.) A round-table lunch where a retired ICE HSI presenter will have a Q & A on current affairs affecting changes in our society across the United States and State of South Dakota. 4.) A presentation where the ladies will get to actively participate in self-defense basics taught by lady officers from PCSD & RCPD. 5.) A presentation from an SD LE Trainer about responsible firearms ownership and safe storage. NOTE: We have received an additional donation for WAVI participants.

2024 South Dakota - Ladies Safety & Awareness Seminar PIERRE Overview: 1.) A USCCA presentation on awareness and not becoming a victim in our daily lives. 2.) Awareness & Prevention for child exploitation and sex trafficking

• Lunchtime (Lunch is provided!) - 3.) A round-table lunch discussion and learn about A Girl & A Gun and their nationwide chapter. 4.) A presentation where the ladies will get to actively participate in self-defense basics. 5.) Learn about responsible firearms ownership, safe storage, and a chance for some range time.

What You'll Learn Build an expert-guided defense plan to fortify your home and keep your family safe!

You'll leave this class with a simple, yet highly effective home and personal protection plan developed by self-defense experts. You'll learn how to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

• Build an actionable defense and protection plan designed specifically for your home.

• Five easy and powerful situational awareness tips to avoid threats and look less like an easy target.

• Three critical steps to take to keep your family safe (no matter what happens next)

• How to quickly improve your home security and defense (without breaking the bank)

• Plus: LIVE Q+A with USCCA Certified Instructor

• What to Bring: Questions and materials to take notes

Handgun Cleaning

A gun cleaning class. "Your firearms hold value. Not only do they hold monetary value that may be passed on to future generations, they are priceless when using them to defend your life in a defensive situation. You must be confident that your firearm is in good working condition when you need to rely on it. (www.http://agirlandagun.org/how-to-clean-your-guns/"

Learn how to disassemble your firearm, inspect for wear & tear, clean and lubricate the appropriate components, and reassemble your firearm.

If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your firearms journey, whether it is to become a hobby shootist, a foundation for shooting sports, or for self-defense, this course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature.

THIS COURSE REGISTRATION IS FOR RENEWAL (MUST HAVE CURRENT PERMIT - NOT EXPIRED) SOUTH DAKOTA ENHANCED CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT

This course abides by the South Dakota State Approved Training:

• Adult student focused teaching

• Use of force statutes with scenario overviews and the South Dakota state laws governing the use of force

• Safe and responsible firearms handling

• Self-defense principles and more

• 98 Round live fire training

The purpose for this course:

• Review & reinforce safe firearms handling, responsible concealed carry practices, and firearms storage

• Update participants on relevant changes in South Dakota law

• Refresh knowledge of use-of-force principals and legal responsibilities

• Maintain eligibility for Enhance permit status

REMINDER: This is a renewal class for current South Dakota Enhanced Concealed Carry permit holders - Please bring your I.D. and current South Dakota ECC permit with you. Thank you.

NOTE: ALL CLASSES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

This course abides by the South Dakota State Approved Training:

• Adult student focused teaching

• Use of force statutes with scenario overviews and the South Dakota state laws governing the use of force

• Safe and responsible firearms handling

• Self-defense principles and more

• 98 Round live fire training

The purpose for this course:

• Review & reinforce safe firearms handling, responsible concealed carry practices, and firearms storage

• Update participants on relevant changes in South Dakota law

• Refresh knowledge of use-of-force principals and legal responsibilities

• Maintain eligibility for Enhance permit status

REMINDER: This is a renewal class for current South Dakota Enhanced Concealed Carry permit holders - Please bring your I.D. and current South Dakota ECC permit with you. Thank you.

We will hold class at the Spearfish Chamber of Commerce conference room and then move on to the Spearfish Rifle 7 Pistol Range for the shooting qualification.

NOTE: ALL CLASSES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.