This class is perfect for inexperienced shooters who want to learn more about firearms and the mechanics of shooting, and understand the responsibilities that come with gun ownership, or more frequent shooters who want to secure their concealed carry license and refresh their skills at the same time.

Class includes 3 hours of classroom time followed by 60-90 minutes of range time.

Content includes:

• Basics of safe gun handling;
• Proper technique for grip, slide racking, magazine loading, target shooting, basic personal defense;
• Various types of handguns -- advantages and disadvantages of each;
• Different types of ammunition;
• Storage of a firearm;
• Understanding the dynamics of a personal defense encounter;
• Selecting the right handgun for your needs.

Class is only $50. For our range shooting, we focus on techniques taught by six-time world champion Rob Leatham for personal defense. This is a basic tactical class...not a target shooting class. Students will be positioned down range, not in lanes.

12 students per class, maximum. The class is geared toward male or female shooters and is taught by the Author of The Handgun Guide for Women. Books will be available for sale the day of the class.

Guns available to rent include: .22, .380, 9 mm, .40 and .45. Rental is covered in the class fee, but you WILL need to buy ammo if you are renting a gun...and you will need to BRING ammo if you are bringing your own gun.

If you are bringing your own gun to shoot and/or qualify for a CCL with, please bring 50 rounds of ammunition.
If you plan to rent a gun, ammunition will be available for sale the day of the class. If you have "eyes and ears" (shooting glasses and ear muffs), please bring them. PLEASE wear closed-toe shoes (preferably rubber soled), and loose, comfortable clothing.

Email Tarae@aphf.org for further instructions.