NRA Basic Pistol

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Basic Pistol Shooting Course

Who takes this course?

Students are men and women (at least 21 years old) from all walks of life who want to know the essential knowledge, safe practices, and basic skills for handgun use.
Some students have little or no experience with firearms of any sort, but they want to know about handguns for their own benefit. Others have prior experience with firearms, but have never dealt with handguns.
Still others have prior experience with handguns, but need the basic training for safe and effective use of pistols.
Moms and dads want to know how to protect their children from accidents involving handguns.

Everyone who enrolls in this course is treated as an individual learner. Their instruction in handgun knowledge and skill is tailored to their personal background and interests. Ample opportunity is provided for students to ask questions, discuss issues, and inspect and handle a wide variety of handguns.

For More Information

Please call 1-860-455-1229 or email us.

Handbook for Handguns

Students who enroll in the Foresight Basic Pistol Shooting Course receive a signed copy of Handbook for Handguns.

Successful completion of this course enables graduates to pursue the “Connecticut Permit to Carry Pistols and Revolvers” and to meet handgun purchase and/or carry permits in other states or jurisdictions where this NRA-certified course is a basic requirement. Since this course emphasizes firearms safety, the practices and procedures will be of benefit to you for life, no matter what may be your personal interests in handguns.

Visit the CT Department of Public Safety website for Special Licensing and Firearms.

Visit the National Rifle Association’s website.