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BP101: Basic Pistol 101
February 11 @ 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
$175.00
Basic Pistol 101 (with CCW) provides comprehensive training and instruction in pistol safety and operation in addition to what you need to know to carry a concealed handgun in Colorado (legally and practically). Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive the certificate necessary to apply for a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) in Colorado.
The class is taught by Makhaira Group certified NRA instructors in a safe and professional classroom and range.
Topics Covered
- Reasons why to carry a handgun in society and why not to
- Handgun safety
- Choosing a handgun and ammunition
- Legal use of deadly force in Colorado
- Local, state, federal laws and reciprocity
- Carrying concealed in the real world — tips, tricks and gray areas
- Carry methods that are both reasonable and effective for everyday life
- Live-fire instruction and practice for safety, accuracy and comfort with your pistol
Required Equipment
- Quality, working, serviceable pistol. Please bring your pistol to the course unloaded and in a case. Rentals will not be available for this class. Please make arrangements to have your own firearm for this class.
- 50 rounds of ammunition (Factory produced ammo only. No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
- 2 magazines (minimum)
- Eye and ear protection
- Baseball style hat to keep brass from getting behind your eye protection.
- Personal food – Bottled water will be provided and you are welcome to eat during the classroom portion as we will not take a formal break for lunch.
- Appropriate clothing (i.e. closed-toe shoes, pants, long sleeve shirt without low neckline).
Location
Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534
