USCCA AR-15 Introduction & Defensive Shooting Fundamentals

USCCA AR-15 Introduction & Defensive Shooting Fundamentals:

• This is a USCCA certified AR-15 Rifle course. This course is broken down into two segments consisting of a classroom presentation and live-fire shooting activities. The classroom presentation introduces students to the AR-15. Students will receive instruction on the AR-15’s design, its components, and its operating system. Students will also be provided with instruction on: safe use & handling; proper shooting fundamentals; and considerations for using the AR-15 in self-defense. The live-fire shooting portion allows students to effectively apply these techniques under the direction of a USCCA certified instructor. The context of this training is focused on an armed citizen’s response and use of the AR-15 in self-defense.
• In-Class: 3 hours
• Range: 3 hour
• Price: $125.00

Lesson Topics:

• The AR-15 Rifle’s History & Understanding its Popularity
• Overview of Basic AR-15 Nomenclature
• AR-15 Operating Systems and the Rifle’s Design and Functions
• Disassembly & Reassembly of the Rifle
• Routine Cleaning and Maintenance
• Customization & Accessorizing the AR-15
• Firearms Safety Rules
• Loading, Unloading, and Clearing (Ammunition Considerations)
• Principals of Zeroing the AR-15 & Confirming Zero
• How to safely and effectively operate an AR-15
• Proper Shooting Fundamentals
• Use of AR-15 in Personal Defense
• How to improve skills and precision with an AR-15
• Practical and cognitive shooting drills

Prerequisite:

• Must not be prohibited from possessing a firearm under Minnesota State Statute 624.714.
• This class is specific to the AR-15 platform.
• Rifle must have attached Sling (2-Point Sling is Preferred)
• Rifle must have an Optic or Iron Sights
• Rifles must be ZEROED prior to class (50-Yard Zero is Preferred)
• NOTE: USCCA membership is not required to attend this course.

What is Provided:

• Targets
• Water/Beverage

What You Will Receive:

• USCCA Certificate of Completion: “AR-15 Defensive Shooting Fundamentals”

What to Bring:

• AR-15 Style Rifle
• Rifle must have attached Sling (2-Point Sling is Preferred)
• Rifle must have an Optic or Iron Sights
• Rifle must be zeroed prior to class (50-Yard Zero is Preferred)
• Ammunition - 200-250
• Extra Magazines - 2 (30+ Round Capacity)
• Magazine Pouch (or Pants/Jeans with back pockets)
• Safety Glasses & Ear Protection
• Range Bag
• Brimmed Hat
• Close-Toed Shoes
• Thick Belt
• Long Pants
• Lunch/Snack
• Water/Beverage
• Pen & Notebook
• Weather Appropriate Clothing
• SunScreen
• Bug Spray