This is a Basic Pistol Firearms training class by a Florida Class "K" Firearms & NRA Certified Instructor.  Learn rules for safe gun handling, pistol parts and operation, shooting fundamental. Included: 3 OR MORE hours range training, range instruction, range fee and more. ; Your own pistol is encouraged, but a training pistol(s) and approximately 20 rounds ammunition for live fire. Although it is best to have your own eye & ear protection some will be available for use. Successful students receive Certificate of Completion. Classes usually on Mondays-Saturdays beginning at 9:00 AM. Call or Text 814-771-1208 to schedule your class today! Valid Photo ID required.  

THIS COURSE WILL BE GEARED TOWARD FUTURE NRA PISTOL INSTUCTORS. Course topics include: gun safety rules, proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, ammunition knowledge and selection, pistol selection and storage, shooting fundamentals, pistol inspection and maintenance, marksmanship, and shooting range safety. Additionally, students will complete live fire training and a nationally standardized shooting qualification while on the range with an NRA Certified Training Counselor & Instructor. This does include: range fee, NRA Pistol Guide, use of ear & eyes protection. This does include pistols and ammunition. It is recommended using your own safe firearm with factory manufactored ammunition for the correct caliber. You will be shooting possibly up to 200 rounds.

To register please go to https://www.nrainstructors.org/search.aspx and select  NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting - Instructor Led Only then find the date and location New Smyrna Beach - And click on details to register!  

NEXT COURSE: TBA

Please read this NRA PISTOL INSTRUCTOR COURSE INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION. If you have any questions please email john@watchmanprotectionplus.com, call or text 814-771-1208.

Pre-requisites for Candidates are to complete the following STEPS:

STEP 1: Complete the Pre-course questionnaire (I will email to you), Appendix 1,

STEP 2: Pre-requisite for Instructor Candidates is to have completed the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting - Instructor Led Only Course and provide a past or recently completed  Certificate. If you have not completed this course please register to complete this course requirement. CLICK HERE or go to  http://www.nrainstructors.org/search.aspx

The REGISTER screen will open for you to fill in your information. (If you are not an NRA Member and would like to JOIN NOW click on the EAGLE ABOVE to join!)

STEP 3: REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE: CLICK HERE or go to  http://www.nrainstructors.org/search.aspx , ONCE ON THE NRA SELECT COURSE PAGE: under right column BECOME AN NRA COACH OR INSTRUCTOR check NRA Instructor Pistol Shooting Course, 

STEP 5: ON REGISTRATION PAGE: Review, download, print and PRACTICE The pre-course qualification in Appendix 5 will be conducted during the course. (NOTE: a small caliber pistol is recommended for this Pre-Course Qualification) Factory ammunition is required. NO RELOADS.

 Next Training Course:  Call or text John 814-771-1208 to set-up your training! 

NOTE: THIS INCLUDES THE NRA BIT (Basic Instructor Training)   COURSE 

NEXT COURSE:(16 hours) TBA

Step up your pistol skill training:

Morning Session (0900 - 1200 hrs) with instruction and practical exercises in range safety & basic firearms review. We then move at the shooter's ability and possible holster work. You will learn to safely draw your pistol, engage multiple targets/threats and move to cover.

Then the second session of the day (1300-1600 hrs) scenario based pistol training. 

 1. Morning & Afternoon Sessions. You will need to bring 150 rounds of factory ammo for this option. (Certificate Issued)

Requirements: Your own pistol which meets approval of your Instructor,  factory ammunition, eye & ear protection, holster, cover garment.   

 Register here or contact John at cellphone 814-771-1208 or email john@watchmanprotectionplus.com. 

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(0900 - 1200 hrs)  instruction and practical exercises in range safety & basic firearms review. We then move at the shooter's ability and possible holster work. You will learn to safely draw your pistol, engage multiple targets/threats and move to cover.  (Certificate Issued)  Morning Session Only (Certificate issued) You will need to bring your pistol with 100 rounds of factory ammo for this option 

Hourly Private Lesson with your own Instructor approved Firearm and factory ammunition- Live fire at the Range. Range fee, targets and travel time is included. 2 hour minimum. Shooter provides their own firearm, factory ammo, ear & eye protection. If you desire to try pistols other than your own, just let me know. 

 This 9-hour course teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching the NRA Basic Personal Protection In the Home course (BIT is an additional 6 Hours)

Prerequisites: Must be an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor. Prior to the course, candidates complete a pre-course questionnaire and demonstrate their firearm background in pre-course assessment exercises (download when you register at NRA Training link .)  Select NRA Instructor Basic Personal Protection In The Home Course and locate the Watchman Protection PLUS. Then select "CLICK FOR DETAIL".This will allow you to print or download  Appendix 6 - NRA INSTRUCTOR TRAINING PROGRAM PRE-COURSE QUALIFICATION  allowing you to review and PRACTICE these skills BEFORE ATTENDING your course. Pre-Course Qualification is in ADDITION to the 9 Hour Course.
Description: Course is  discipline specific instructor training. Students demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and complete an instructor certification examination. Students will receive the NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home Instructor Candidate Packet and NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home course student packet.THIS IS NOT A BIT INCLUDED COURSE.

This includes the 6 hour BIT course.

 NOTE: 4 Instructor Candidates are required for the course. If minimum number is not met your deposit will be applied to the next available/accepted scheduled course.

Course Date: Call or text John 814-771-1208 to set-up your training! 

Call now for group pricing for 1/2 Day or Full Day of Active Shooting Responsive training by a Certified ALICE Instructor. This is a blended learning experience. E-learning provides the knowledge, then the instructor guides you through on-site Demonstrations and Scenarios.

Please Phone: 814-771-1208 for per hour e-learning and group pricing information.

4 STUDENT MINIMUM ($30 EACH)- Short Description : Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for developing a strategy for ones personal safety. Packet Included. More Details: The seminar includes classroom instruction on a variety of crime prevention strategies, from criminal psychology to automobile crimes to cyber crime. Seminars can vary in length, and may be modified to suit the needs of a particular audience. This is not a firearms instruction course, and does not include instruction in physical combat self-defense. Seminars teach about common weaknesses that criminals may take advantage of, and teaches a variety of corrective measures that are practical, inexpensive, and easy to follow. Strategies include home security, carjack avoidance techniques, cyber safety, and use of personal safety devices. A complete seminar may last as long as eight hours and include the entire lesson plan, but a modified seminar may be as short as 90 minutes and address a specific topic. Students will receive the Refuse To Be A Victim student handbook, NRA Refuse To Be A Victim® brochure, NRA Become A Refuse To Be A Victim® Instructor Brochure, Refuse To Be A Victim® Firearms Supplement, and a course completion certificate.

NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home Course
Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense.
  This is about an eight-hour course. Students provide their own firearm & ammunition (expect to shoot approximately 100 rounds. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection In The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, the Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, and course completion certificate.  

PLEASE NOTE ALL CLASSES HAVE LIMITTED SEATING. REGISTER NOW SO YOU DO NOT MISS OUT!