NRA Courses

Professional NRA-certified firearms training taught by an NRA Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor. Whether you're picking up a firearm for the first time or sharpening skills you already have — we meet you where you are.

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NRA Gun Safety Seminar (1–2 Hours)

This introductory seminar is designed for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of firearm safety — whether you're a first-time gun owner, thinking about purchasing a firearm, or simply want to be more informed and confident around firearms. Course length depends on the group's experience level and questions. This seminar does not include live range time; however, students may utilize our in-house firearms simulator for a safe, hands-on learning experience.

Topics covered include but are not limited to:

  • Gun safety rules and principles

  • Proper gun storage

  • Types of firearms and their parts

  • Magazines — types and function

  • Ammunition — types and selection

  • Sights — types and proper use

  • What to expect on the range

  • What you need at the range

  • Cleaning your gun

  • Overview of NRA training courses

Upon completion, students will receive an NRA Course Completion Certificate.

NRA Basics of Home Firearm Safety (4- Hours)

This four-hour classroom course covers the essentials of safe firearm handling and storage in the home. There is no shooting requirement — all instruction takes place in the classroom. This course fulfills the requirements for court-ordered or attorney-recommended firearm safety training.

Topics covered include but are not limited to:

  • NRA safe gun handling rules and practices

  • Primary causes of firearms accidents and how to prevent them

  • Firearm parts and how they function

  • How to unload various firearm action types

  • Proper firearm care and maintenance

  • Safe storage of firearms in the home

Upon completion, students will receive an NRA Course Completion Certificate.

NRA First Steps Pistol Orientation (4-5 hours)

This hands-on course is designed for new shooters who want to learn the basics of pistol shooting in a safe, structured environment. Students will receive instruction and demonstrate proficiency in safe gun handling, basic marksmanship, and firearm maintenance. If needed a firearm and ammunition are provided for this course.

This course meets the training requirements for the Florida Concealed Carry License.

Students will demonstrate the following:

  • Safe gun handling at all times — on and off the range

  • Safely loading, unloading, shooting, and cleaning a firearm

  • Shooting groups from a supported position at 15 feet — three, five-shot groups within a 9-inch circle

  • Zeroing the firearm — shooting a group on a bullseye target, determining sight adjustments, making corrections, and shooting a confirming group

  • Safely cleaning the firearm

Upon completion, students will receive an NRA Course Completion Certificate.

NRA Women On Target Instructional Shooting Clinic (4-Hours)

New to firearms? Curious but not sure where to start? This clinic was designed with you in mind.

The NRA Women On Target® Instructional Shooting Clinic is a hands-on, beginner-friendly introduction to the safe handling and use of firearms — taught in a supportive, welcoming environment by an NRA Certified Firearms Instructor.

What You'll Learn:

  • The three fundamental NRA rules of safe gun handling

  • Firearm parts, operation, loading, and unloading

  • How to select the correct ammunition for your firearm

  • The five fundamentals of accurate shooting

  • Live-fire shooting from the benchrest position

  • Safe firearm storage options for your home

  • Next steps for continued training and skill development

What to Expect:

  • 4–5 hours of guided, hands-on instruction

  • Low student-to-instructor ratio — you'll never feel lost or overlooked

  • No experience required — we start from the very beginning

  • All firearms, ammunition, and safety equipment provided

  • You'll leave with an NRA completion certificate and a souvenir bag of training materials

This Clinic Is For You If:

  • You've never touched a firearm and want to learn safely

  • You're considering a firearm for personal or home protection

  • You want to build confidence and skills in a comfortable, judgment-free setting

No prior experience needed. Just bring an open mind — we'll handle the rest.

NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting (8 Hours)

This comprehensive 8-hour course teaches the fundamental knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for owning and using a pistol safely. The course includes both classroom instruction and live-fire range time. This course meets all training requirements for the Florida Concealed Carry License.

Topics covered include but are not limited to:

  • Principal parts of a pistol and types of pistol actions

  • NRA rules for safe gun handling

  • Safe pistol handling demonstrations

  • Ammunition components and the firing sequence • Proper ammunition identification and storage

  • Cartridge malfunctions and how to react to them

  • Fundamentals of pistol shooting

  • Shooting positions — benchrest and Isosceles

  • Live-fire shooting qualification

  • Scoring pistol targets

  • Guidelines for selecting and purchasing a pistol

  • Cleaning materials and how to safely clean a pistol

  • Continued opportunities for skill development

Upon successful completion of the course and written examination, students will receive an NRA Course Completion Certificate.

NRA Personal Protection In The Home (8 Hours)

Already have your NRA Basic Pistol certificate, CCW credential, or Florida CWP — and ready to take your skills to the next level? This course is your next step.

NRA Personal Protection In The Home goes beyond the basics. You'll develop the defensive mindset, skills, and strategies needed to protect yourself and your family inside your own home.

What You'll Learn:

  • Defensive shooting fundamentals and mindset development

  • Strategies for home safety and responding to a violent confrontation

  • Firearms and the law — including the use of deadly force

  • How to select the right handgun and ammunition for self-defense

  • Cover vs. concealment and real-world decision-making under stress

Live-Fire Training Included Students will complete hands-on range exercises and a nationally standardized shooting qualification under the guidance of an NRA Training Counselor.

Prerequisites (one of the following required):

  • NRA Basic Pistol Certificate

  • CCW Certificate

  • Florida Concealed Weapon Permit (CWP)

  • USPSA / IDPA / SCSA — C rating or better

  • DD-214 (military service record

NRA Refuse To Be A Victim

Crime doesn't wait for you to be ready. This seminar makes sure you are.

The NRA Refuse To Be A Victim® seminar is a comprehensive 4-hour crime prevention and personal safety program designed to give men and women the knowledge and strategies to minimize their chances of becoming victims of crime. Originally developed by the women of the NRA in 1993, this award-winning program has been taught to thousands of participants across the country — and it's open to everyone. No firearms experience or NRA membership required.

This is NOT a firearms course. This is a crime prevention and personal safety awareness seminar that covers a wide range of practical strategies you can start using immediately.

What You'll Learn:

  • The Psychology of Criminal Predators — How criminals select their targets, what makes someone an "easy" victim, and how to avoid being chosen

  • Mental Preparedness — Levels of awareness, mental conditioning, trusting your intuition, and developing a proactive safety mindset

  • Physical Security — Awareness and alertness strategies, ATM safety, walking and elevator safety, public transportation, personal alarms, and self-defense training options

  • Home Security — Physical security measures (locks, doors, windows), home lighting, alarm systems, smart home technology, home defense planning, safe rooms, and dealing with solicitors

  • Automobile Security — Approaching and entering your vehicle safely, dealing with breakdowns, road rage, carjacking prevention, and vehicle theft deterrents

  • Out-of-Town Travel Security — Airport safety, rental cars, ride-share transportation, hotel and accommodation safety, and traveling abroad

  • Technological Security — Phone security, identity theft prevention, internet safety, and cyberbullying awareness

  • Personal Protection Devices — An unbiased overview of options including pepper spray/mace, batons, tasers/stun guns, and everyday items that can be used for self-defense

Special Topics Covered:

  • Workplace safety and workplace violence awareness

  • Protecting children — from pre-school through high school

  • Senior citizen and disability-specific safety strategies

  • Domestic violence and stalking awareness

What to Expect:

  • Approximately 4 hours of classroom instruction — no shooting or physical activity required

  • Practical, real-world strategies you can implement immediately

  • Unbiased information — no product sales or advocacy

  • Open to men and women of all ages and backgrounds

  • NRA Refuse To Be A Victim student packet included

  • No prerequisites — just an interest in your personal safety

This Seminar Is For You If:

  • You want to take control of your personal safety

  • You're a parent who wants to protect your family

  • You're a church, business, or organization looking for group safety training

  • You want to understand how criminals think — so you can stay one step ahead

  • You believe prevention is the best form of protection

Criminals prefer easy targets. Don't be one.

NRA First Steps Shotgun Orientation

Never picked up a shotgun before? This is where you start.

The NRA First Steps Shotgun Orientation is a 3–4 hour, hands-on introduction designed for beginning shooters who want to learn the safe handling and proper use of a shotgun — from the ground up.

What You'll Learn:

  • Shotgun Safety, Parts & Operation — The three fundamental NRA rules of safe gun handling, the major components of a shotgun (frame, barrel, action), and how to safely load and unload

  • Ammunition & Shooting Fundamentals — How to identify the correct ammunition for your shotgun, ammunition malfunctions (misfire, hangfire, squib load) and how to respond safely, dominant eye determination, and the four fundamentals of shotgun shooting: Position, Mount, Vision, and Movement

  • Live-Fire Shooting — Range safety orientation, range commands and procedures, and live-fire exercises shooting straightaway targets using proper fundamentals and follow-through

  • Cleaning, Storage & Next Steps — How to safely clean and store your shotgun, hygiene guidelines after range exposure, and continued training opportunities through the NRA

What to Expect:

  • 3–4 hours of guided, hands-on instruction

  • Low student-to-instructor ratio for personalized coaching

  • All safety equipment and training materials provided

  • NRA Guide: Basics of Shotgun Shooting handbook included

  • No prior experience required

This Course Is For You If:

  • You're brand new to shotguns and want to learn safely

  • You're interested in recreational, sport, or clay shooting

  • You want a solid foundation before advancing to more specialized shotgun training

No experience needed — just show up ready to learn. We'll take care of the rest.

NRA Basics of Shotgun Shooting

Ready to go beyond the basics and truly master your shotgun? This is the course that builds your foundation.

The NRA Basics of Shotgun Shooting is a comprehensive 10-hour course that teaches the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for the safe and proper use of a shotgun in shooting a moving target. Whether you're new to shotguns or looking to sharpen your fundamentals, this course takes you from the classroom to the range with confidence.

What You'll Learn:

  • Shotgun Knowledge & Safe Handling — The three fundamental NRA rules of safe gun handling, shotgun types and action styles, major components and their functions, and safe loading/unloading procedures

  • Ammunition & Shooting Fundamentals — How to identify the correct ammunition for your shotgun, shotshell components, ammunition malfunctions (misfire, hangfire, squib load) and how to respond safely, dominant eye determination, and the four fundamentals of shotgun shooting: Position, Mount, Vision, and Movement

  • Firing the First Shots — Range safety orientation, range commands and procedures, and guided live-fire exercises shooting straightaway moving targets using proper fundamentals

  • Shooting Skills Practical Exercise — Extended hands-on range time to develop and refine your shotgun shooting skills through repeated practice and instructor feedback

  • Continued Skill Development — Shotgun cleaning and maintenance, safe storage options, and opportunities for continued training through the NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program and competitive shooting

What to Expect:

  • 10 hours of in-depth classroom instruction and live-fire range time

  • Low student-to-instructor ratio for personalized coaching

  • NRA Guide: Basics of Shotgun Shooting handbook included

  • Written exam and NRA Course Completion Certificate upon successful completion

This Course Is For You If:

  • You've completed the NRA First Steps Shotgun Orientation and want to go deeper

  • You want a thorough, structured foundation in shotgun shooting

  • You're interested in clay shooting, trap, skeet, or sport shooting

  • You want to build real confidence and skill with a shotgun

Take the next step in your shotgun training.