NRA Pistol Basic Course

NRA Basic Pistol Course – $140

The NRA Basic Pistol Course is one of the most respected entry-level firearm training programs available and is designed to teach the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely own and operate a handgun.

At Danielfam Firearms, we go beyond simply checking boxes. This course follows our philosophy:
Train • Shoot • Live. Students leave with not only an NRA-backed foundation in pistol safety and marksmanship, but also a structured training plan to continue building confidence long after class ends.

Whether you are a first-time handgun owner, someone returning to shooting after years away, or a firearm owner who wants structured fundamentals, this course provides a serious and professional foundation for responsible handgun ownership.

Course Details

• Price: $140
• Location: Edgewood, Maryland
• Course Type: NRA Certified Basic Pistol Training
• Live Fire Included: Yes
• Firearm Required: Yes
• Training Plan Included: Yes

What This Course Covers

• NRA firearm safety rules and safe gun handling
• Pistol parts and operation
• Revolver and semi-automatic pistol fundamentals
• Ammunition types, selection, and safe handling
• Proper loading and unloading procedures
• Grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control
• Shooting positions and marksmanship fundamentals
• Range safety and shooting protocols
• Pistol cleaning, maintenance, and storage
• Continued skill development and practice habits

The NRA Basic Pistol curriculum is widely recognized as a strong starting point for developing safe firearm habits and understanding how to confidently operate a handgun. Students participate in both classroom instruction and live-fire application. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Bring Your Firearm

Students are required to bring a functional handgun to class. Learning with your own firearm is strongly encouraged because familiarity with your personal equipment creates safer handling habits and better long-term confidence.

This course is designed to help students understand how their firearm operates, how to maintain it properly, and how to develop repeatable shooting fundamentals using the equipment they intend to own or carry.

Training Plan Included

Completing a class is only the beginning. Each student receives a structured training plan designed to continue skill development after class. This plan helps students build safe repetition, improve marksmanship, and create consistent practice habits.

Who This Course Is For

This course is ideal for first-time firearm owners, newer shooters, individuals seeking structured handgun fundamentals, and students wanting a nationally recognized NRA training course.

The Train • Shoot • Live Philosophy

Train — Learn proper safety, operation, and firearm responsibility from the beginning.

Shoot — Apply core fundamentals through supervised live-fire instruction.

Live — Build safe ownership habits that carry into everyday responsibility and long-term confidence.

What To Bring

• Government-issued photo ID
• Your personal handgun
• Eye and ear protection
• Ammunition for your firearm
• Notebook for notes and training goals
• Questions — this course is built for learning and growth

Important Information

Upon successful completion, students receive an NRA Basic Pistol Course completion certificate. This course may also support additional training goals or concealed carry preparation depending on your future objectives.

Build your foundation the right way. Learn safe firearm ownership through a nationally recognized course designed to develop skill, confidence, and responsibility.