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BASIC HANDGUN FAMILIARIZATION COURSE

The Basic Handgun Familiarization Course is geared for all new firearms owners who want to know basic handgun handling skills as well as proper handgun and range etiquette before the first trip to the range. It is also a perfect refresher for handgun shooters who are returning to the sport after a long break.

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

the how, why and what about your new handgun including maintenance.
proper gear and safety equipment that each shooter should have ie. eye and ear protection.
Cooper’s 4 Rules
equipment and gear discussion
how to consciously apply safety rules to handgun handling ie sweeping…
proper technique for drawing and re-holstering a handgun.
proper technique for loading and safely unloading a handgun.
understanding proper sight picture, grip and trigger actuation.
malfunction clearance including Type 1-3.
how to safely uncase and re-case a firearm.
rules pertaining to handgun use at CFGPA as well as Club activities where you may enjoy your handguns.
provide options so you can pursue more advanced training.

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
your personal handgun in its gun case. (BC Firearms Academy can provide firearms if needed)
dummy rounds ( You can purchase these for your specific calibre at any firearms store). Dummy rounds are perfect for practice and should be part of any gun owner’s kit.
if interested and available, bring your holster, a proper gun belt and a magazine holder. (BC Firearms Academy can provide firearms if needed)
proper attire. Including a sturdy belt capable of supporting holster.
notepaper and pen.
a good attitude and desire to learn.
DO NOT BRING LIVE AMMUNITION into the course!! This will be strictly enforced!

BASIC SHOTGUN FAMILIARIZATION COURSE

The Basic Shotgun Familiarization Course is geared toward all new firearms owners who want to know basic shotgun handling skills as well as proper shotgun and range etiquette before the first trip to the range. It is also a perfect refresher for shotgun shooters who are returning to the sport after a long break. You will gain experience using the dynamic shotgun; multi-gun, two gun, three-gun, bear defences and wilderness safety. This is not a live-fire course!

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
the how, why and what about your new shotgun, including maintenance
proper gear and safety equipment that each shooter should have ie. eye and ear protection
Cooper’s 4 Rules
how to apply safety rules to shotgun handling, ie sweeping
proper technique for drawing your shotgun from the sling both in the field and in competition
proper technique for loading, unloading and changing loads in your shotgun
understanding proper sight picture, stance and trigger actuation
malfunction clearance including double feeds and failure to extract
how to safely uncase and re-case a shotgun
rules pertaining to shotgun use at Club activities where you may ROCK your shotgun
provide options so you can pursue more advanced training

WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING?
Good working, serviceable shotgun (single barrel – pump or semi) with an adjustable 2 point sling. (BC Firearms Academy can provide firearms if needed)
dummy rounds ( You can purchase these for your specific calibre at any firearms store). Dummy rounds are perfect for practice and should be part of any gun owner’s kit
if interested and available, bring your adjustable 2 point sling. (BC Firearms Academy can provide firearms if needed)
proper attire
notepaper and pen
a good attitude and desire to learn
DO NOT BRING LIVE AMMUNITION into the course!! This will be strictly enforced!