The NRA’s foundation rifle course, taught by an NRA Certified Instructor. It covers safe handling and the fundamentals of rifle marksmanship, then puts them to work on the range from five shooting positions.

What this course covers

• The NRA gun safety rules
• Rifle parts and operation
• Ammunition
• The fundamentals of rifle shooting
• Range rules and safety
• Shooting from five positions — bench rest, prone, sitting, standing and kneeling
• Rifle cleaning and maintenance
• Where to take your skills next

What you receive

• The NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting handbook
• The NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure
• The Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet
• A course completion certificate

Course details

• Format: Classroom and live fire on the range
• Length: A minimum of eight hours
• Prerequisites: None
• Assessment: Basics of Rifle Shooting student examination

Price: $100

Common questions

Do I need my own rifle?
Contact us before booking to confirm what is available.

Is this suitable for a complete beginner?
Yes. No prior experience is assumed.

Why five positions?
Each one teaches a different relationship between you, the rifle and the ground. Shooting well from a bench does not make you accurate standing.