Basic Handgun Safety Course
Entry level handgun instruction for members and nonmembers
The Basic Handgun Safety Course gives new and developing shooters a practical foundation for handling and shooting a handgun safely. No previous experience is required, and the course is open to HHA members and the public.
Experience required
None
Firearm required
No; a handgun can be provided when arranged in advance
Course fee
$75, payable by cash or check on the day of class
Class time
Registration at 7:45 a.m.; class from 8 a.m. to approximately 1 p.m.
Location
HHA clubhouse and indoor pistol range
What the Course Covers
- Core firearm safety and responsible handling
- Handgun function, care, and cleaning
- Grip, sight alignment, and trigger control
- Fundamentals for shooting safely and accurately
- Supervised live-fire practice on the indoor pistol range
Course instructors are NRA certified.
Firearms and Loaner Equipment
You do not need to own a handgun to attend. Students are welcome to use a familiar personal firearm, but a suitable handgun can be provided if needed.
Contact the course team before class so any loaner firearm or other equipment can be arranged in advance.
What to Expect on Class Day
Students begin in the HHA clubhouse with classroom instruction and then move to the indoor pistol range for supervised live-fire practice. Registration begins at 7:45 a.m., and class runs from 8 a.m. to approximately 1 p.m.
The $75 course fee is payable by cash or check on the day of class.
Additional Info
Course dates and registration windows are announced on this page and through the HHA calendar. Registration instructions may change with each course, so use the contact information listed with the current session.
Contact: hhabasicpistol@gmail.com
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