Ladies Only Introduction to Handguns
Fee: $75
Class: 8 hours
Course Description:
Are you a lady who needs to better understand or be better with firearms handling, especially with the handgun? This class is for you. This class is specially designed for women who want to go armed and become safer in the world today. This is a basic, easy to understand, step-by-step class which not only teaches about handguns, but helps create a strong foundation about concealed carry and personal safety. This class will be packed with as much information and hands-on training as possible! Remember, knowledge is power, and personal safety is YOUR responsibility. This class is great for women, offering a great and productive learning environment.
Course Outline:
Mindset: Awareness and safety
Manual of Operations of Handguns (including: how they work, types, ammunition, loading/unloading, etc.)
Selecting a handgun: which one is for you?
Concealed carry for women
Marksmanship: How to hit your target
Firearms Safety: Four rules of gun handling
Range: Shooting and applying marksmanship
Handguns outside the range: Storage/safety and maintenance
Women and using force for personal protection
*Note, while this class is for ladies only, it can also be considered as fulfilling the requirements for a MS Enhanced Carry permit. However, a written test and shooting exam will have to be administered. Pls. contact me if you want this option. There is an extra $10 charge.
What to bring:
--Open mind and willingness to learn
--Working handgun, appropriate for concealed carry. Either revolver or semi-automatic (recommended: 9mm, .40sw, .45acp, .38spl., or .357mag.)
--100 Rounds of FACTORY loaded ammunition (the shooting exam portion will take 50 rounds); you may bring more if you want to shoot afterwards or if you want more practice, or 50 more rounds if you are taking this as a EC class
--Wide brimmed hat/ball-cap for safety on range and sun protection
--Safety Glasses (ANSI rated)
--Hearing Protection (muffs recommended)
-- Clothing appropriate for the weather
--Bug spray/sun block
-- Driver’s license or state ID, military personnel also bring military ID
--Concealed carry permit (if you have one already)
--Pen and paper to take notes
-Bring a lunch, snacks, drinks—we do a working lunch
Tips:
-While you should be familiar with firearms safety, the manual of arms for your weapon, and shooting at a range with others, ALL of these topics will be covered in class. Conduct yourself accordingly.
-Be familiar with the operations of your firearm, try to get to the range at least once leading up to the class and test the gear --(gun/mags/ammo/sights/holster/ear protection/eye protection) you will be using at the course.
Note: Please contact me if you need to verify if your firearm is suited for this class or if you have any questions.
Al "Calvin" Lim
626-233-1709
msu.calvin@gmail.com