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Introduction to Handguns & Firearms Safety (Mar. 14 2020)

  • South Metro Public Safety Training Facility 7525 Braemar Boulevard Edina, MN, 55439 United States (map)

CANCELLED due to COVID-19 concerns

All registrations can be switched to future dates without penalty:

  • May 9th, 9:00am to 1:30pm

  • September 12th, 9:00am to 1:30pm

Please contact Jennifer to make arrangements (jennifer@astrid-defense.com). A full refund is also available.

Stay safe and healthy!

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This course is designed to provide a hands-on experience in firearms safety for people who are new gun owners or are thinking of purchasing a firearm for personal safety and/or recreational shooting.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to

  • Demonstrate safe handgun handling skills

  • Describe the different types of pistols, their parts and operation

  • Identify types and calibers of ammunition

  • Be able to load and unload a firearm using “dummy” ammunition

  • Demonstrate effective firing stance, grip and use of handgun sights

  • Recite the four rules of gun safety

  • Explain where to find range safety information

  • Describe the role of the Range Safety Officers

  • Participate in target shooting and tactical exercises using an interactive police firearms simulator with laser gun technology

  • Recall the basics of Minnesota carry permit and self-defense law

  • Describe the expectations for purchasing and carrying a handgun

  • Identify common gun cleaning supplies

This course is open to people over the age of 18. Because of some adult content, teens, ages 13 - 17 years, may attend with a parent or guardian who is also a participant.

Handguns, ammunition, targets and personal safety gear are provided. If you already own a handgun, you are welcome to bring it with you

South Metro Public Safety Training Facility

Limited to 6 students

In the event that you are no longer able to attend the class you registered for, the following cancellation policy applies:

  • more than 30 days notice, a full refund will be returned

  • within 30 days notice, full refund if we are able to fill the vacant seat

  • within 30 days notice, 80% will be returned if we are unable to fill the vacant seat

  • within 14 days notice, full transfer of registration to a later date