BP101: Basic Pistol 101

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.

• 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

• Quality, working, serviceable pistol.  Please bring your pistol to the course unloaded and in a case.  If you do not own your own pistol, rentals are available for an additional fee.
• 50 rounds of ammunition (Factory produced ammo only.  No home reloads allowed due to insurance.)
• 2 magazines (minimum)
• Eye and ear protection – If you do not have your own, loaner eye and ear protection will be available.
• 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).

Liberty Firearms Institute
4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd
Johnstown, CO 80534