NRA Basic Pistol

Registration closed.

The topics presented in the NRA Basic Pistol class form the core knowledge and skills used in all pistol shooting activities, including informal recreational shooting through hunting, competition and self-defense.  Safety is foundational to the entire course.  Included are segments on gun handling, shooting positions, pistol shooting activities, pistol types, ammunition, and selection of pistols, ammunition and accessories.  I really like the NRA Basic Pistol curriculum.  It’s a comprehensive approach to the basics of firearms training and is great for brand new shooters and for experienced shooters who wish to build a stronger foundation of knowledge and skills.

Progress through the course is not driven by a schedule.  We will move through the curriculum as quickly or slowly as necessary to allow the students to learn the material.  The training goal is to ensure that, by the end of the course, all the students have acquired the competence and confidence to safely handle a pistol on their own.

All live fire for the Basic Pistol course will be conducted on a one-on-one basis with an NRA certified instructor.  We will start with a .22 caliber pistol and ammunition provided by Critical Edge.  Those students who already have a pistol of their own, and would like to fire it, will have an opportunity to do so.  But, they must bring their own ammunition and notify Critical Edge in advance.

The course will be held within an easy driving distance of Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, and Carlisle, PA at the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association on the dates below.  We will meet in the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association clubhouse.  To ensure close personal attention for each student, this course is limited to 6 people.

There are no training prerequisites for this class.  The course is open to U.S. citizens age 21 and above that may legally possess a firearm.  Students below age 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  Please coordinate the attendance of students below the age of 21 with Critical Edge in advance of signing up for the class.   Due to current interpretations of International Traffic in Arms Regulations stemming from the Arms Export Control Act of 1976, only current, lawful “US Persons” – both US Citizens and lawful permanent Resident Aliens in possession of a current I-551 (colloquially known as a “Green Card”) are allowed to participate in NRA firearms training courses.

Preregistration and an initial deposit of 50% is required for registration and reservation of a spot in the class.  You may cancel your reservation up to 72 hours before the class begins and request to receive a full refund. If cancellation is made in less than 72 hours before the class, you will receive a credit which may be applied to another Critical Edge class at a later date.  Credit must be used within 180 days.  You can reserve a spot in the seminar by going to:  www.criticaledge.us/make-a-payment/     The fee for the course is $145.00.  Members of the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association, veterans and first responders receive a $15.00 discount.  The fee for members of the U.S. military on active duty is $75.00.   To finalize registration, please also send an email (to:  carl.walker@criticaledge.us ) with the following information:

Name as you want it to appear on your certificate;

Mailing address;

Phone number;

Please indicate if you are a member of the Duncannon Sportsmen’s Association, active duty member of the U.S. military, veteran or first responder;

The course title and the date(s) which you wish to attend;

The type and caliber/gauge of any firearm you want to bring to class;

A brief description of your previous experience with firearms; and

Your interests with regard to firearms and any firearms or personal security goals you may have.

Spring Class Dates:

• March 8, 2024             (Fri 8:00AM – 6:00PM)
• April 2, 2024                           (Tue  8:00AM- 6:00PM)
• May 8, 2024                           (Mon 8:00AM – 6:00PM)