Handgun, Rifle, and Shotgun Marksmanship

The NRA Basics of Handgun Shooting class is an Instructor-led 10-hour firearms training class designed to familiarize attendees with handgun operations and safety. Major areas of focus include key components and actions, proper loading and handling, effective marksmanship, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, an overview of different types of shooting sports, and much more. Students are exposed to an array of handguns and equipment. The course is approx. 7-hrs of classroom discussion, plus 3-hrs of hands-on training and marksmanship qualification at a local gun range.

Additional one-on-one assistance is available if personalized instruction is desired. Strict firearms safety protocols will be observed at all times. Personal handguns and/or ammunition are NOT allowed in the classroom. The course will also serve as the first 8-hours of the Illinois CCL 16-hour training requirement.

Price for this course is $115, including range fee for shooting qualification. For date selection and registration, please visit our scheduling site at   https://www.eventbrite.com/o/personal-best-firearms-training-inc-30996365293

The NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting Course is a ten-hour class that includes both classroom and range time. Its objective is to teach students how to shoot shotguns at moving clay targets. Topics covered include:

• NRA’s rules for safe shotgun handling

• Shotgun parts and operation

• Shotgun shell components identification

• Shotgun shell malfunctions

• Shooting fundamentals and range rules

• Shooting at straight away and angled targets

• Cleaning and maintenance

• Continued opportunities for skills development

Students receive the Basics of Shotgun Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Shotgun Shooting Student Examination, and receive a course completion certificate.  The course is designed for the beginning shotgun enthusiast who has already purchased or is considering buying their own shotgun.

Price for the course is $135, including range fee for shooting qualification. For date selection and registration, please visit our scheduling site at  https://www.eventbrite.com/o/personal-best-firearms-training-inc-30996365293  

Mid-Range Rifle Shooting - up to 600 Yds. is a two day course focuses on long range marksmanship, rifle/scope/ammunition characteristics, understanding MOA and MIL scopes, compensating for a wind component, rifle and scope maintenance, and more.  You’ll also learn about choosing the optimal components for an effective setup, including optics, bipods, meters, and accessories.  Day-1 will present issues and problems that must be addressed in order to successfully shoot at longer distances.  Day-2 will be spent at the shooting range, focusing on ensuring the rifle is properly configured for medium-distance shooting and correctly zeroed at 100-yds.  Then we’ll move to the 600-yd range to refine your shooting skills over distance. 

The 14-16-hr. course includes classroom presentation, initial rifle setup, and long distance shooting at a local range.  Additional one-on-one marksmanship training is available if personalized assistance is desired.  Strict firearms safety protocols will be observed at all times.  Personal firearms and ammunition will not be allowed in the classroom.  

Our Mid-Range Rifle course is $220, including range fee. For date selection and registration, check our scheduler at  https://www.eventbrite.com/o/personal-best-firearms-training-inc-30996365293