Laying the Groundwork

New to handguns? Need a quick refresher? This all-inclusive course teaches the basic skills needed to safely handle and shoot a semiautomatic handgun. It’s perfect for people who have little or no experience with handguns, who might be a bit nervous or hesitant, or who haven’t shot in a while and feel out of practice. This course also helps prepare you for the Texas License to Carry (LTC) proficiency test.

Topics taught in class:

  • Safety
  • Grip
  • Eye dominance
  • Sight alignment
  • Aiming
  • Trigger press
  • Loading/unloading
  • Basic malfunction clearing

More Details

How long is the course?

Four hours.  Approximately two hours of classroom and two hours of range time.

How much does this course cost?

$150.00. Course price includes ammo and applicable range fees at the Bandera Gun Club, but not necessarily other venues.

What equipment do I need to bring?

For this class, we provide loaner .22 and 9mm handguns and ammo for them.  You may bring your own handgun (revolver or semi-automatic), for familiarization.

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Need more information about this course? Please feel free to contact us. You can reach us on social media or send a message via our contact page. We look forward to hearing from you, and we’re happy to answer any questions you may have.