NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting

(Instructor Led)

The goal of this course is to introduce, practice, and apply safe and effective rifle shooting techniques.

Cost:                                                      $165.00

Duration: 8 Hours

Description:     The NRA Basics of Rifle Course (Instructor-Led) introduces students to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for owning and using a Rifle safely.

In this course we will cover basic firearms safety, fundamentals of rifle shooting, ammunition components, malfunctions, and we will review the core elements of modern rifles. We will practice loading, unloading, recognizing and clearing malfunctions, proper grip and shooting stance, aiming, and trigger techniques.

Then we’ll head out to the range and put these principles in action.

Course Includes:                             

  • Classroom instruction

  • NRA Guide to the Basics of Rifle Shooting Handbook

  • NRA Marksman Qualification Program Packet

  • NRA Gun Safety Rules Card

  • Range Time & Targets

  • Certificate of Completion

Please email jeff@ironsightsacademy.net with any food restrictions prior to course date.    

Registration must be completed and payment made in full for all courses.  Course fees are non-refundable*. 

*Courses are subject to cancellation based on enrollment/range issues.  In the event of cancellation, refunds will be issued.

Required Equipment:                   

  • Ear protection (electronic recommended)

  • Eye protection

  • Firearm  

  • Rifle

    • MUST be legal in New Jersey

    • If you do not have a firearm, we will supply you with one for the live fire portion of the training.  We will have many different calibers and styles on hand to choose from.

  • At least one magazine for semi-automatic rifles.

    • MUST be legal in New Jersey – 10 round capacity.

  • Ammunition, please bring your own.

    • No reloads or handloads allowed.

    • If you are using one of our firearms, you must use our ammunition and there will be an extra charge (Cash or Credit Card Payment On-Site), please contact jeff@ironsightsacademy.net for an estimated cost based on the selected caliber and current ammunition prices.

      Most Importantly…a willingness to participate and learn!