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NRA Basic Pistol
For Non-Security Personnel
This course teaches the fundamentals of pistol safety, operation, and marksmanship for beginners. Participants gain hands-on experience and the confidence to handle a pistol safely and responsibly.
About This Training
Build a strong foundation in handgun safety and marksmanship with the NRA Basic Pistol course, one of the most requested firearms training courses in Tennessee. This course covers pistol safety rules, proper grip and stance, sight alignment, trigger control, loading and unloading procedures, and basic shooting fundamentals for beginners and those looking to refresh their skills.
The course also covers different types of handguns (revolvers vs. semi-automatics), ammunition selection, cleaning and maintenance basics, and safe storage practices — all critical knowledge for responsible gun ownership in Tennessee. Classroom instruction is paired with supervised live-fire practice at an approved range, giving participants real, hands-on experience.
Whether you're pursuing a Tennessee handgun carry permit, a first-time gun owner, or simply want to shoot safely and confidently, this course provides the practical instruction needed to build real skill and lasting safe habits.
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Disclaimer: Any course, module, or portion of instruction that involves the handling, operation, or live-fire use of a firearm must be completed in person. Online, virtual, or remote formats are not permitted for these components due to safety, liability, and regulatory requirements. This includes, but is not limited to: NRA Basic Pistol, NRA Basic Rifle, NRA Basic Shotgun, Tennessee Enhanced Handgun Carry Permit, Armed Guard Initial, and Armed Guard Renewal.
This requirement also extends to hands-on, physical-intervention components of courses such as Less Lethal Training (Baton/OC Spray/Restraints) and the practical restraint and de-escalation portions of Dallas' Law Certification, which cannot be safely or lawfully completed online.
Participants must attend the designated in-person session(s) to receive credit or certification for these components. Failure to complete the required in-person portion may result in incomplete certification, and applications submitted without proof of in-person training completion may be denied by the applicable licensing authority.
Training Details
Training Category :
NRA Training
Class Duration :
8 Hours
Location Type :
In Person
Training Locations :
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1630 S. Church St. Murfreesboro, TN 37130 (Day & Night Classes)
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575 Murfreesboro Pike Nashville, TN 37210 (Shooters: Day Classes Only)
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640 Spence Lane Suite 125 Nashville, TN 37217 (Day & Night Classes)
Standard Price (per student) :
$200
Deposit Required (per student) :
$30
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