Description
This class teaches student how to identify the parts and learn the operation of the different types of rifle actions. Students will learn about different types of ammunition, learn how to safely clean a rifle, selecting the right rife, proper storage methods, and learn the fundamentals of shooting in live firing exercises.
- Rules of gun safety
- Types of rifle actions
- Operating different actions
- Loading & unloading
- Ammunition knowledge
- Shooting positions
- 5 fundamentals of accuracy
- Live firing exercises
- Reading shot groups
- Making adjustments
- Bench rest shooting
- Unsupported shooting
- Shooting qualification level
- Proper cleaning & maintenance
This class is eight to ten hours long. You can shoot any caliber rifle between .22LR and a .308 caliber but a .22LR or .223/556 caliber is recommended. Limited rentals rifles will be available on a first reservation basis. You will shoot between 50 and 100 rounds in shooting exercises. Ammunition can be purchased at the range or you can bring factory loaded ammunition for your rifle. No steel core ammunition is permitted. Students working toward the NRA Rifle Instructor Certification must take this class unless they have had prior equivalent training.
