Class Title:

• AR-15 Introduction & Defensive Shooting Fundamentals

Curriculum Type:

• USCCA - AR-15 Rifle Fundamentals

Class Description:

• This is a USCCA certified AR-15 Rifle course. This course is broken down into two segments consisting of a classroom presentation and live-fire shooting activities. The classroom presentation introduces students to the AR-15. Students will receive instruction on the AR-15’s design, its components, and its operating system. Students will also be provided with instruction on: safe use & handling; proper shooting fundamentals; and considerations for using the AR-15 in self-defense. The live-fire shooting portion allows students to effectively apply these techniques under the direction of a USCCA certified instructor. The context of this training is focused on an armed citizen’s response and use of the AR-15 in self-defense.

• In-Class: 3 hours

• Range: 3 hours

Lesson Topics:

• The AR-15 Rifle’s History & Understanding its Popularity

• Overview of Basic AR-15 Nomenclature

• AR-15 Operating Systems and the Rifle’s Design and Functions

• Disassembly & Reassembly of the Rifle

• Routine Cleaning and Maintenance

• Customization & Accessorizing the AR-15

• Firearms Safety Rules

• Loading, Unloading, and Clearing (Ammunition Considerations)

• Principals of Zeroing the AR-15 & Confirming Zero

• How to safely and effectively operate an AR-15

• Proper Shooting Fundamentals

• Use of AR-15 in Personal Defense

• How to improve skills and precision with an AR-15

• Practical and cognitive shooting drills

Prerequisite:

• Must not be prohibited from possessing a firearm under Minnesota State Statute 624.714.

• This class is specific to the AR-15 platform.

  • Rifle must have attached Sling (2-Point Sling is Preferred)

  • Rifle must have an Optic or Iron Sights

  • Rifles must be ZEROED prior to class (50-Yard Zero is Preferred)

• NOTE: USCCA membership is not required to attend this course.

Textbook:

• USCCA recommends purchasing, “AR-15 Fundamentals: Explore the Evolution and Proper Usage of America’s Most Popular Rifle,“ to accompany the presentation. Students wanting a copy of this textbook may purchase it separately from the USCCA Online Store.

Special Considerations:

• Price includes all range fees.

Training Dates and Locations: See Schedule for Details

Trouble Signing Up or Questions: Please Contact info@HoweSafetyDefense.com or (651) 472-3256