Our Monthly matches include our local USPSA matches held on the first and third Sundays of every month (more info and registration HERE)
Steel Challenge Match held the second Sunday of every month (more info and registration HERE)
Cowboy Action S.A.S.S. match held the fourth Sunday of every month (more info and registration HERE).
HANDGUN 101: HANDGUN ORIENTATION (8 HOURS) with Sig Sauer
October 22, 2024 @ 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
OVERVIEW
This comprehensive course provides hands-on training and the basic knowledge necessary to safely handle, load, fire, and maintain most types of semi-automatic pistols. Classroom and range time offer ample opportunity to achieve the skills for success in a casual, stress-free environment. This course may also meet and/or exceed the training requirements of many states and localities to apply for concealed carry permits. Check with your local issuing agency for more details.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
None.
COURSE OUTLINE
This course can fulfill the Massachusetts Department of State Police’s requirements for the Basic Firearms Safety Course needed to obtain a License to Carry (LTC) under 515 CMR 3.05(1)(b). Classes listed here will NOT cover Massachusetts Law – Handgun 101 covering Massachusetts Law can be found HERE.
Responsible firearms ownership and applications of the handgun
Firearms safety training for the home, workplace, and vehicle
Safety concerns and practices while training and while carrying a firearm
Safe use and handling of firearms
Locking devices and techniques for firearms to prevent unauthorized gun access
Potential dangers (penetration, ricochet, misidentification, accidental discharges, etc.)
Ready positions
Components and operation of modern pistols
Types, components, and purposes of modern ammunition
Applicable laws relating to the possession, transportation, and storage of firearms
General guidelines on interstate travel with firearms
Administrative loading and unloading of pistols
Fundamentals of basic shooting techniques
Preventative maintenance (cleaning, maintenance, inspection, and safe storage)
Classes starting at 8:30am will run until 5:00pm.
EQUIPMENT LIST
Do not bring any firearms or ammunition to this course
Please wear long pants with pockets, closed toe shoes (no flip flops or sandals), and a crew neck (T-shirt) or button-up shirt (no low-cut neck lines)
AMMO
Ammunition is included in the cost of this course.
NOTES
Classes starting at 8:30am will run until 5:00pm.
To sign up – Please sign into sigsaueracademy.com and sign up directly with Sig
Confirm all information with Sig Sauer directly (such as equipment – clothing – firearms – ammo – etc)