NRA Basic Shotgun Course

Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for the safe and proper use of a shotgun in shooting a moving target. This course is at least ten-hours long and includes classroom and range time learning how to shoot shotguns at moving targets. Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; shotgun parts and operation; shotgun shell components; shotgun shell malfunctions; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting at straight away and angled targets; cleaning; and continued opportunities for skill development. 
  • Course Pre-requisites: None
  • Cost: $100
  • Course Length: 10 hour

Lessons
Lessons include:
  1. Shotgun Knowledge and Safe Handling
  2. Ammunition Knowledge and Fundamentals of Shotgun Shooting
  3. Firing the First Shots (includes cleaning and storage)
  4. Shotgun Shooting Skills Practical Exercise
  5. Shotgun Games and Activities

Gun Safety Rules
NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling:
  • ALWAYS KEEP THE GUN POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION
  • ALWAYS KEEP YOUR FINGER OFF THE TRIGGER UNTIL READY TO SHOOT
  • ALWAYS KEEP THE GUN UNLOADED UNTIL READY TO USE
It is also important to know your target and what is beyond.  You are responsible for every round that leaves the gun.

Student Materials
​Students will receive:
  • NRA Guide to the Basics of Shotgun Shooting handbook
  • NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure
  • Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet
  • Take a Basics of Shotgun Shooting Student Examination
  • Receive feedback on the live-fire exercises
  • Course completion certificate upon successful completion of the lessons.