Pistol Training
Level 1
Basics of Pistol Shooting– (CCW)
Cost: $180 (5 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
This two-part course meets and substantially exceeds the training Florida requires to apply for a concealed weapon and firearm permit.
Short Description: The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting is a two-part course consisting of an e-learning portion (completed online-in your own timeframe at www.nrainstructors.org) and a hands-on practical portion conducted at the range under the guidance and supervision of an NRA-Certified Instructor. This course is intended for all adults regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation.
More Details: Some of the topics in the course include: gun safety rules, proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols, ammunition knowledge and selection, selecting and storing a pistol, the fundamentals of shooting, and pistol inspection and maintenance. When you enroll in the online course, you create a personal identification number (PIN). When you successfully complete the course, printing your certificate activates that PIN. The activated PIN allows you to register for the instructor-led training portion of the course.
During the instructor-led-training portion of the course, an NRA Certified Instructor will validate comprehension and application of gun safety rules; range protocol; proper handling; loading and unloading procedures; application of pistol shooting fundamentals; stable shooting positions; live fire; and a final shooting qualification. The goals are to build your skills and confidence in handling a firearm beyond the basic requirements and prepare you for further skill development. The entire course will meet the training Florida requires to apply for a concealed firearm permit. The Phase 2 hands-on range time will substantially exceed these requirements with a goal of increasing skill, confidence, and marksmanship with a pistol using one-to-one instruction and coaching.
These are small intimate classes that allow for close attention, coaching, and a focus on safety, while still having fun. Private and semi-private classes are also available upon request.
Students should bring their firearm (UNLOADED!!!), 100 rounds of ammunition, plus hearing and eye protection to the range. Limited rental firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition are available for an additional cost. Please inquire before registering.
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Level 2
Defensive Pistol Skill Development
Cost: $250 (5 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
Short Description: Teaches the knowledge, skills, and attitude to carry and use a concealed pistol ethically, responsibly, and with confidence.
More Details: The NRA Defensive Pistol Course will focus on the techniques needed to develop a defensive mindset. The goal of the course will be to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to carry and use a concealed pistol ethically, responsibly, and with confidence. As a result of participating in this course, the student will be able to explain and demonstrate the following: How to apply the NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling when carrying a concealed firearm, basic principles of concealment, the difference between cover and concealment, drawing from the holster, levels of mental awareness, developing the proper mindset when using a pistol for personal protection, clearing common stoppages, use of pocket pistols, and more. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection Outside The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure and the NRA Defensive Pistol certificate. This course is only conducted by NRA Certified Advanced Pistol Instructors.
These are small intimate classes that allow for close attention, coaching, and a focus on safety, while still having fun. Private and semi-private classes are also available upon request.
Students should bring their firearm (UNLOADED!!!), 100 rounds of ammunition, plus hearing and eye protection to the range. Limited rental firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition are available for an additional cost. Please inquire before registering.
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Level 3
Personal Protection In the Home Course
Cost: $450 (8 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
Have you even been awakened by unusual sounds, glass breaking or your alarm going off at night? What do you do? Having a plan and being equipped to follow through with that plan can mean the difference in survival for you and your loved ones.
Short Description: This is an intermediate level NRA course that 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. These are small, intimate classes taught by mature professionals with substantial firearms experience
More Details: This course has a Prerequisite: It is for law-abiding adult citizens, as defined by applicable federal, state, or local law, and experienced shooters (shooters able to show mastery of the basic skills of safe gun handling, shooting a group, zeroing the firearm, and cleaning the firearm). Prospective participants will need to produce one of the following: an NRA Basic Pistol Course Certificate, NRA FIRST Steps Course Certificate, NRA pistol competitive shooting qualification card, military DD 214 with pistol qualification, or by passing the pre-course evaluation by the instructor.
This is an eight-hour course. Students should expect to shoot at least 100 rounds of ammunition (minimum) and will learn basic defensive shooting skills, strategies for home safety and responding to a violent confrontation. Students will also learn about firearms and the law, how to choose a handgun for self-defense, and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection In The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, and course completion certificate.
These are small intimate classes that allow for close attention, coaching, and a focus on safety, while still having fun. Private and semi-private classes are also available upon request.
Students should bring their firearm (UNLOADED!!!), adequate ammunition, plus hearing and eye protection. Firearms are to be left in your vehicle until the range portion of the class. Limited rental firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition are available for an additional cost. Please inquire before registering.
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Level 4
Personal Protection Outside The Home Course
Cost: $600 for 2 Day (10-14 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
Comprehensive and intensive in its approach to equip the defensive shooting candidate with the skills needed to survive serious adversity. These are small, intimate classes taught by mature professionals with substantial firearms experience.
Short Description: This is an advanced NRA course that teaches students the knowledge, skills and attitude essential for avoiding dangerous confrontations and for the safe, effective and responsible use of a concealed pistol for self-defense outside the home.
More Details: This course has a Prerequisite: This course is for adult individuals who are not disqualified from possessing a firearm as defined by applicable federal, state, or local law and are of good repute and possess defensive pistol skills presented in the NRA Basics of Personal Protection In The Home Course. Participants must also understand the basic legal concepts relating to the use of firearms in self-defense, and must know and observe not only general gun safety rules, but also those safety principles that are specific to defensive situations. Prospective participants can demonstrate that they have the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes by producing an NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home Course Certificate, or by passing the pre-course evaluation.
The course is divided into two levels over 2 days. Level one is nine-hours and offers the essential knowledge and skills that must be mastered in order to carry, store, and use a firearm safely and effectively for personal protection outside the home. Students spend several hours on the range and shoot at least 100 rounds of ammunition during level one. Upon completion, students may attend level two (optional), which is an additional five hours on the range and approximately 150 rounds of ammunition learning advanced shooting skills. Time and ammunition requirements are minimum, and may be exceeded. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection Outside The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure and appropriate (level one/level two) course completion certificates(s).
These are small intimate classes that allow for close attention, coaching, and a focus on safety, while still having fun. Private and semi-private classes are also available upon request.
Students should bring their firearm (UNLOADED!!!), adequate ammunition, plus hearing and eye protection. Firearms are to be left in your vehicle until the range portion of the class. Rental firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition are available for an additional cost. Please inquire before registering.
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Rifle Training
Basic Rifle Skills Development – First Steps
Cost: $250 (4 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
Description: NRA FIRST Steps Rifle is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the safe handling and proper orientation to one specific rifle action type for classes of four or fewer students. This course is at least three hours long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot a specific rifle action type. Students will learn the NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; the particular rifle model parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; cleaning the rifle; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Rifle Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, FIRST Steps Course completion certificate.
These are small intimate classes that allow for close attention, coaching, and a focus on safety, while still having fun. Private and semi-private classes are also available upon request.
Students should bring their firearm (UNLOADED!!!), 100 rounds of ammunition, plus hearing and eye protection. Firearms are to be left in your vehicle until the range portion of the class. Rental firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition are available for an additional cost. Please inquire before registering.
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Basic Rifle Skills Development II
Cost: $350 (8 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
Short Description: Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for the safe use of a rifle in target shooting.
More Details: This course is at least 8 hours long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot rifles. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; rifle parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest, prone, sitting, standing and kneeling positions; cleaning, and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Rifle Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Rifle Shooting Student Examination, and receive a course completion certificate.
These are small intimate classes that allow for close attention, coaching, and a focus on safety, while still having fun. Private and semi-private classes are also available upon request.
Students should bring their firearm (UNLOADED!!!), 150 rounds of ammunition, plus hearing and eye protection. Firearms are to be left in your vehicle until the range portion of the class. Rental firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition are available for an additional cost. Please inquire before registering.
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Shotgun Training
FIRST Steps Shotgun Orientation
Cost $250 (3 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
FIRST Steps Shotgun orientation NRA course is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the safe handling and proper orientation to one specific shotgun model. This course is at least three hours long and includes classroom and range time learning to shoot a specific model shotgun at a moving target. Students will learn the NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; the particular shotgun model parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; cleaning the shotgun; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Shotgun Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, FIRST Steps Course completion certificate.
These are small intimate classes that allow for close attention, coaching, and a focus on safety, while still having fun. Private and semi-private classes are also available upon request.
Students should bring their firearm (UNLOADED!!!), 50 rounds of ammunition, plus hearing and eye protection. Firearms are to be left in your vehicle until the range portion of the class. Rental firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition are available for an additional cost. Please inquire before registering.
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Basic Shotgun Shooting Course
Cost: $350 (10 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
This course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for the safe and proper use of a shotgun in shooting a moving target.
More Details: This NRA course is at least ten-hours long and includes classroom and significant range time learning how to shoot shotguns at moving targets. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; shotgun parts and operation; shotgun shell components; shotgun shell malfunctions; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting at straight away and angled targets; cleaning; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Shotgun Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Shotgun Shooting Student Examination, and receive a course completion certificate.
These are small intimate classes that allow for close attention, coaching, and a focus on safety, while still having fun. Private and semi-private classes are also available upon request.
Students should bring their firearm (UNLOADED!!!), 75-100 rounds of ammunition, plus hearing and eye protection. Firearms are to be left in your vehicle until the range portion of the class. Rental firearms, eye/ear protection, and ammunition are available for an additional cost. Please inquire before registering.
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Safety Training
Range Safety Officer
Cost: $165 (9 Hour Course) Click here for Class Dates and Registration
Short Description: Develops NRA Certified Range Safety Officers with the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to organizing, conducting, and supervising safe shooting activities and range operations.
More Details: This course is nine hours long and is conducted in a classroom and at a shooting facility. Range Safety Officer candidates will learn roles and responsibilities of an RSO; Range Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); range inspection; range rules; range briefings; emergency procedures; and firearm stoppages and malfunctions. Each Range Safety Officer Candidate will receive an RSO Student Study Guide, a Basic Firearm Training Program brochure, an NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure and a Course Evaluation form. Shooting firearms is NOT part of this course.
Personalized Firearms Training
(By appointment)
Personal Trainers have become very popular in the physical fitness world. Your personal safety preparedness is no less important. You can work with an RTC Instructor to establish a plan for increasing your skills and confidence level. Just like fitness it just takes time and practice. We can help you to reach and exceed your goals.
Some people tell us they are uncomfortable going to public ranges with strangers that have unknown levels of skill and safety. We offer our clients scheduled private training sessions at our private club range with an instructor that is also a Chief Range Safety Officer. For many, the opportunity to train with a firearm in a group class setting is limited. Our personal training sessions at the range maximize your training time by having a highly skilled instructor coach you one-to-one in marksmanship and skills to build confidence that you CAN protect yourself and your loved ones.
Training may be NRA approved or Not NRA approved depending upon the needs of the student.
$100/hour (4 hour min)
Packages available
Contact us at 929.888.3384
Instructors: 
- NRA Trained and Certified Instructors
- Chief Range Safety Officers
Training includes: Basic and Advanced Pistol Skills, Basic and Advanced Rifle Skills, Tactical and Defensive Pistol, Tactical and Precision Rifle- Designated Marksman, Combative AK Platform Skills, In Home Protection, Out of the Home Protection
Questions: Contact us @ 929-888-3384 or email info@rtcfirearms.com
