ShootSmart Academy

Never shot a gun before? A little Rusty? I've got you!

Have you always wanted to feel more comfortable and confident using a firearm?

The ShootSmart Academy is designed for beginners or those who want to enhance their firearms skills.

You will learn handgun safety rules, how to load and unload your firearm, how to operate each gun function, and how to shoot your handgun correctly, and you will have a blast (pun intended) while doing it.

This workshop is focused on expanding your confidence and capabilities.

We will assess where you are in your journey, discuss your pain points, and push you to break through to new levels of firearms proficiency and mental fortitude.

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Expert Instructors

Our instructors are highly experienced and passionate about firearm safety, safe gun handling, and proper instruction. All instructors are NRA, DOJ, and USCCA certified in firearm instruction and as Range Safety Officers.

Group Training

This class is for those who enjoy the camaraderie of learning in a group setting. Our group training encourages collaboration, motivation, and teamwork among participants. And, even though it is a group setting, our instructors meet you where you are in your firearms and self-defense journey.

Empowerment

Realize the life-long benefits of conquering personal obstacles while gaining and expanding your skills and confidence in using a firearm.

What You'll Learn

The fundamentals of firearm safety
How to load and unload your pistol
Cleaning and care
Safe home storage
Fundamentals of pistol shooting (grip, stance, sight picture, sight alignment/sight picture, trigger control
Dry fire training techniques

**Please clean and lubricate your gun in advance of the course, or bring your cleaning kit with you. If your gun hasn't been used, cleaned, or serviced within the past three months, please take it to a certified gunsmith before your class.

What's Included

3 hours of Private Instruction
Hands-on guidance from a skilled instructor
Range fees
Target systems - steel or paper
Open range setting with berm boundaries

What To Bring

Your handgun- centerfire only. No rimfire guns
Three magazines or three-speed loaders if using a revolver
Magazine easy loader (if you need it)
Belt, magazine pouch, or other means of carrying additional ammunition. Pockets are OK.
Proper clothing (hat, long-sleeve shirt, long pants, closed toe shoes).
Water
Sunscreen
Notebook and pen
A minimum of 150 rounds of ammunition
Eye and Ear Protection

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