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Learn everything needed to get you off the ground and running with an AR-15 style rifle.

Time spent in the classroom portion is designed to give you enough information and hands on experience to either make a decision on what kind of rifle you may want to buy, and/or show you how to operate and maintain the rifle that you have already purchased.

This Class Covers

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Parts, Maintenance, & Lubrication

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Configurations & Styles

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History of the Rifle

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Ammunition

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Zeroing & Sight Adjustment

A FOID card is NOT required

Cost:
$175 w/out rental
$200
with rental

Your range fee, targets, hearing/eye protection, and 60 rounds of .223REM ammo are included in the cost.

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Requirements

  1. You must be over 18.
  2. You must have a valid FOID, state ID, or driver's license with you

3

Hours Long Total

1

Hour on the Range

60

Rounds of Ammo Included

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Out on the range you will get familiar with AR-15 training in a few exercises designed to show you how to safely operate your rifle, understand mechanical offset, shoot out to 25 yards, and demonstrate some of the capabilities of the rifle.

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Why should you train with us?

Facility
We have modern, brightly lit, and well-equipped classrooms & ranges. We are a full service gun shop meaning we have all the ammo, accessories, and repair services you might need.
People
Our instructors are patient, experienced, & knowledgeable professionals with a deep understanding of firearms. Get answers to your questions from an informed source!
Convenience
We value your time. You can sign up and reschedule training classes online, and all of our amenities are in just one location!

Equipment
We use only the finest training materials including SIRT training pistols, a wide selection of rental firearms, and large screen TV's in a comfortable classroom.

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All training classes are non-refundable, but may be re-scheduled once with at least 72 hours notice.

Failure to show, or less than 3 days notice given of inability to attend, will result in a 25% rescheduling fee.

If you would prefer a private class of 4 or more people, that can be arranged. But it will be priced based upon availability and number of students. 

Please fill out this Private Class Inquiry Form here, and we will get back to you soon 👍

 
 

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