Live Fire | Outdoor Range | Approximately 3 Hours

The Basic Pistol Marksmanship course is a live-fire training program designed to develop the fundamental skills and mindset required for safe and effective pistol shooting. This course focuses on refining core handgun marksmanship principles while reinforcing safe handling practices in a structured range environment.

Students receive detailed instruction on the fundamentals that directly impact accuracy and consistency, including grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control, and follow-through. Emphasis is placed on understanding why each technique matters and how to apply these principles during independent practice.

Course Duration:

• Approximately 3 hours of live-fire instruction at an outdoor range

Learning Objectives:

Students will learn and practice:

• Safe pistol handling and range procedures

• Proper grip and stance for handgun shooting

• Sight alignment and sight picture

• Trigger control and trigger reset

• Follow-through and recoil management

• Breathing and cadence for controlled fire

• Shot grouping fundamentals and accuracy improvement

• Basic diagnostic techniques for common shooting errors

By the end of the course, students will have the skills and confidence to continue practicing pistol marksmanship independently, with a clear understanding of how to improve accuracy and consistency over time.

Required Equipment:

• Open and learning attitude

• Handgun (any legally owned pistol)

• Handgun holster (Shoulder holsters and cross-draw holsters are prohibited)

• Sturdy belt suitable for holster use

• Minimum of 2 magazines (Bring additional magazines if available, especially for single-stack pistols)

• 150–200 rounds of reliable ammunition

• Notepad and pen

• Sharpie or marker

• Eye and ear protection (electronic ear protection preferred)

• Shoes or boots (no open-toe footwear or sandals)

• Seasonal weather gear (training is conducted rain or shine)

• Range-appropriate attire (no low-cut shirts)

• Water and drinks

Course Intent:

The intent of this course is to establish strong pistol marksmanship fundamentals, not to create expert shooters in a single session. Students will be taught drills and techniques that can be practiced independently at the range to steadily improve performance.

All students will complete the course with:

• Increased confidence using their handgun

• A solid understanding of marksmanship fundamentals

• The ability to practice purposefully and track improvement

Who Should Take This Course

This course is appropriate for individuals seeking to develop a solid foundation in pistol marksmanship through structured, live-fire instruction. It is especially well suited for:

• New or novice handgun owners seeking formal marksmanship training

• Students who are comfortable handling a pistol but want to improve accuracy and consistency

• Recreational shooters looking to strengthen core fundamentals and practical shooting skills

• Individuals interested in developing disciplined, repeatable shooting habits

• Students seeking confidence and competence without advanced or competitive pressure

This course is designed to build safe habits, technical understanding, and long-term skill development, providing students with the tools to continue improving independently after the course concludes.

Prerequisite Skills

Prior to beginning the course, students must be able to demonstrate basic handling and operation of their handgun. This includes safe loading and unloading procedures, proper use of magazines, and safe firearm handling both on and off the range.

Students who are unable to demonstrate these foundational skills may be directed to complete a Firearm Safety Course or other preparatory instruction before participating in live-fire training.

Courses are taught in Utah and are scheduled by arrangement. Please contact us for availability and scheduling.