THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER COURSE FOR FIRST TIME SHOOTERS

PREREQUISITES

  • 21 or older

  • experience with shooting and safe handling of firearm

COST
Day of class: $120. Cash or check only.

INCLUDES

  • Lunch

  • Classroom materials

  • Range costs/fees

THINGS TO BRING

  • Government Photo ID (drivers license or passport)

  • A handgun no bigger than a .45 ACP

  • If you need a handgun and ammo, one will be provided for a fee of $10

  • 30 rounds of ammunition

  • 2 magazines

  • Eye and Ear protection gear (will be provided if needed)

  • Proof of range waiver. Sign range waiver at Hero Center HERE.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The class will start at 9:00 AM at my residence: 16423 188th Street East, Hastings, MN - please park in the driveway.

LUNCH: Cold meat sandwiches, chips, water will be provided.

SHOOTING QUALIFICATION + RANGE (3-5pm)

  • Range Qualification will take place at Hero Center in Cottage Grove, MN. Please sign range waiver before class date.

  • If needed, I supply handgun and ammo for fee of $10

TOPICS COVERED

  • Minnesota's permit is currently valid in 24 states and my Minnesota training is recognized by Florida, should you wish to obtain their non-resident permit. There is no extra cost.

  • The importance of avoiding conflict

  • Use and threat of deadly force

  • DGU aftermath

  • Routine police encounters

  • Choosing a handgun to carry

  • Mechanics of everyday carry

  • The carry law

  • Traveling with a gun

  • Gun safety

  • Shooting qualifications

  • The application process

  • Reciprocity