BASICS OF PISTOL SHOOTING COURSE
- Sat, Oct. 17, 2026
7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Sat, Oct. 17, 2026
- $125
- In-Class Time6 Hour(s)
- Range Time2 Hour(s)
What You'll Learn
The Basics of Pistol Shooting is intended for ALL individuals regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. This is an instructor-led course where you will receive direct instruction from an NRA-certified instructor from beginning to end. This course takes place in a traditional classroom and range environment. You will learn the Basics of Pistols, terminology, safe firearm handling, and shooting fundamentals.
Course topics include:
- gun safety rules
- proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols
- ammunition knowledge and selection
- pistol selection and storage
- shooting fundamentals
- pistol inspection and maintenance
- marksmanship
- shooting range safety
Students will complete live fire training using nationally standardized shooting qualification while on the range with an NRA Certified Instructor.
Students will receive the NRA Guide: Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, take a Basics of Pistol Shooting Student Examination and receive a course completion certificate.
Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of a class date in order to receive a full refund. Classes cancelled less than 48 hours before the class will not be refunded.
What We'll Teach
Self-Defense Firearms Basics
This lesson will introduce you to a wealth of information on different types of self-defense firearms including handguns, home defense shotguns, and the AR-15 platform, where Michael Martin provides easy to understand explanations of the common terms used so frequently. The goal of this lesson is to de-mystify what can sometimes feel like a topic reserved for experts.
Additional Notes from Your Instructor
1) Course Tuition includes textbook. 2) Students will be responsible for Range Fees. Range fees is not included in the course price. Range Fees are approximately $25.00. 3) This is an introductory firearms course and is the PERFECT course for beginners! 4) This course SATSIFIES requirements to attend the Texas License to Carry (LTC) Permit course and for applying for your Texas LTC Permit. 5) Additional information will be provided after registration. 6) Contact Lone Star Firing Line LLC at info@LoneStarFiringLine.com, or call/text at (915) 843-7492 about this course or cancellation policy. Go to https://www.lonestarfiringline.com for additional course information. 7) Only Ball, Full Metal Jacket ammunition is allowed. No reloads or self-defense ammunition allowed. 8) While the live fire portion requires only 50 rounds, please bring at least 100 rounds (or more) of SAMMI standardized ammunition. 9) Ammunition IS NOT permitted in the classroom. Leave your ammunition locked in your vehicle. 10) The course is limited to a maximum of 6 students so that each student can receive the individualized attention they deserve.
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
- FMJ
- Long Pants
- Close-toed Shoes
- Brimmed Hat
- Revolver
- Handgun
- Water / Beverage
- Pen & Notebook
- Bug Spray
- Sunscreen
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Extra Magazines
- Lunch
- Speed Loader
What is Provided
- Water / Beverage
- Curriculum Textbook
- Targets
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- Plus: Live Q&A with USCCA-Certified Instructors