NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting (BoPS)

Course Content

The content of the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting (BoPS) Course exceeds Ohio's Conceal Carry (CCW) training requirements and is intended for all individuals regardless of previous shooting experience. While we think our training is the best in the business, our approach and requirements are not for everyone. So, PRIOR to registering for this course, PLEASE review the information provided on this google site and this page specifically. Please email me with any of your questions.

The following is the basic course outline:

• Pistol Knowledge & Safe Gun Handling

• Ammunition Knowledge & The Fundamentals Of Pistol Shooting

• Introduction to Shooting Positions & Shooting Qualification

• Scoring Targets & Selecting and Maintaining Your Pistol

• Continued Opportunities For Skill Development

• In-Person Indoor Practical Exercises

• In-Person Outdoor Live Fire Range Time

Not Included in this "Basic" Course

• Holster Work

• NRA's Other Course Material

  • Personal Protection In/Outside The Home

  • Defensive Pistol

"Instructor Lead Only" -vs- "Distance Learning"

The instructional content and contact hours are the same for all NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting (BoPS) Courses. The identical classroom portion of our "Distance Learning" multi-day version of this course is taught via ZOOM. The last 3-4 hour class will be conducted face-to-face at our New Albany/Johnstown area home. Because active learning is an NRA requirement, please come eager to be interactive. For those signed up for a ZOOM class, a working computer with a camera & microphone is required. (Please test your setup before signing up.) Lastly, you must have your packet of NRA-Required materials before the first class (or shortly thereafter). If you are unable to stop by and pick it up, there will be an additional $8.00 USPS Priority shipping fee.

Pistols and Ammunition Are Included

If you intend to Conceal Carry in the future, you should bring your own pistol/s, and at least 100-150 rounds of the correct ammunition to go with it. If you are new to shooting pistols or just don't have a pistol to bring, it is your lucky day. Included in the price of the course are 100 rounds of factory 22LR ammunition and the use of several 22LR pistols (revolvers & semi-automatics). If you need additional 22LR ammunition we can provide it in lots of 100 for an extra $25 fee. Purchasing a new pistol for this class is NOT necessary nor recommended. Please do bring your own eye and ear protection.

Classroom Safety

There will be NO live ammunition in the classroom! The classroom instruction will include the use of SIRT Pistols and SureStrike Laser Ammo that fire only low-powered lasers. The use of ammunition and loaded firearms is reserved for the range following the classroom instruction and written exam.

Working Lunch

To maximize the use of our time we always utilize a working lunch. So, students should also bring their own drinks, snacks, and lunch. Eating and drinking when at the range is discouraged.

Our "HOME" at "Home on the Range"

Instruction and range are provided at a private home. The range is outdoors. So, please plan ahead and dress appropriately. We are a family-friendly 100% non-smoking property with kids, dogs, cats, chickens, honey bees, a bunny & guns.

Photo IDs and ID Photos

Providing a valid Government-Issued Photo-ID is required before completion certificates will be issued (Names must match).

Upon arrival, an ID quality photo of each student will be taken. In return, a 4x6 ".PNG" file will be provided to each student. The file will contain six 2x2 copies of the edited photo that can be printed at any photo service for less than a first-class stamp. This type of photo is required for the Ohio Concealed Carry License & Renewal Application (and US Passports).

REQUIRED Good Citizen AFFIDAVIT

Prior to the beginning of the course, a liability waiver and an affidavit certifying the following must be signed:

1. I am currently eighteen (18) years old or older.

2. I am ONLY a citizen of the United States of America.

3. I have NEVER renounced my U.S. citizenship.

4. I am NOT an illegal or unlawful alien.

5. I am NOT a fugitive from justice.

6. I am currently NOT subject to a restraining order of any kind.

7. I have NEVER been and I am NOT expected to be convicted in ANY court of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.

8. I am NOT under indictment for and have NEVER been convicted in ANY court of a crime punishable by imprisonment for over one year.

9. I have NOT been adjudicated as a mental defective and I have NOT been committed to any mental institution.

10. I have NEVER been and I am NOT expected to be discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions.

11. I am NOT an unlawful user or addicted to any controlled substance.
    Warning: The use or possession of marijuana remains unlawful under Federal law regardless of whether it has been legalized or decriminalized elsewhere.

12. I am NOT pregnant or potentially pregnant at this time.
    NOTE: The substances used for cleaning guns, and the products & byproducts of shooting firearms are not conducive to healthy prenatal development.

Payments

Payment can be made via Zelle, Cash, or Check. Credit cards can be accepted, but any service/transaction fees will be added to the cost of the course.

Financial Assistance

Significant scholarships are available for school, college, clinic/hospital, and church employees.

Coaching and Additional Training

Customized, premium, executive, family, and individualized instruction are available upon request.