Course Offerings
Introduction to Handguns and Firearms Safety Training
Course Fee: $85*
2010 Sessions
Session V: Tuesday and Thursday, September 21 & 23, 2010 (CO-ED GROUP)
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Session VI: Tuesday and Thursday, October 19 & 21, 2010 (WOMEN'S GROUP)
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Instructed by:
South Metro Range Staff
To enroll, click here: REGISTRATION FORM
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Course Summary
This program is designed to provide a hands-on experience in firearms safety for people who are new gun owners or are thinking of purchasing a firearm for personal safety and/or recreational shooting.
Classes will take place over two evenings. On the first night, participants will:
- Learn important safety procedures for handling of pistols and for use of firearms range;
- Familiarize with the different types of pistols, their parts and operation;
- Learn about ammunition and its proper use;
- Be able to load and unload a firearm using “dummy” ammunition;
- Practice firing stance, grip and use of pistol sights;
On the second night, participants will:
- Shoot live ammunition on a twelve lane indoor firing range with the assistance of firearms instructors and range safety officers;
- Participate in target shooting and tactical exercises using an inter-active police firearms simulator with laser gun technology.
- Be informed of state laws and procedures regarding the purchase and carrying of a hand gun.
Students must attend the first night’s instruction in order to participate in the live ammunition and simulator training on the second night.
This course is open to people over the age of 18. Because of some adult content, teens, ages 13 – 17 years, may attend with a parent or guardian who is also a participant. Under 13 years, please contact Debra Fields (info below).
Pistols are provided. If you already own a handgun, you are welcome to bring it with you.
Comments from recent attendees:
"I think it's a great course and should be required for all gun owners."
"Very good course - well balanced info."
"I loved the course!"
"Beautiful facility, knowledgable staff and passion is evident."
"Great class! Thanks!"
"Could not have been more appropriate and perfect. Thank you for making it available."
"A wonderful facility with excellent instructors."
For more information:
Contact Debra Fields, Executive Director
E-mail: dfields@southmetrotraining.com
PH: 952-653-0671
*Personnel from SMPSTF owner and member agencies should inquire about course discounts for immediate family members. For the general public, some scholarships funds are available if a need is identified. Please inquire directly with Debra Fields, South Metro Director @ 952*653*0671.