Training Courses
Class materials and completion certificates are provided for all basic handgun students who complete a course.  All class participants must be law-abiding citizens who are not prohibited from being in possession of a firearm. Please call the store (770-614-0562) to check availability and sign up for training.

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Basic Handgun Safety and Marksmanship

Introduction: The course is designed for the person who is unfamiliar with firearms procedures, safety practices or needs to develop a solid foundation of shooting skills with regard to the handgun. It is excellent for people new to, or returning to, shooting sports, or someone needing a refresher course of the basics.

Goal: To provide you the basic knowledge, skills and mindset necessary for owning and operating a handgun safely.

Topics:
- Basic firearms safety rules
- Mindset of owning a firearm
- Characteristics of a handgun (Revolver or Semi-Automatic)
- Common handgun action types
- Ammunitions types and characteristics
- Eye dominance
- Fundamentals of marksmanship
- Loading and unloading

Ammunition: All ammunition will be provided for you.
Gear Required: None. All course materials, firearm(s), eye and ear protection will be provided.
Method of Instruction: Lecture, demonstration and practical application on the range.
Skill Prerequisites: None
Duration: 4 hours
Course Cost: $125

Notes:
- Minimum age requirement is 18. (An age waiver can be obtained, but please call or email Dead Center management for specific information.)
- You can bring your own handgun and ammunition if you have one available to you.
- No live ammunition allowed in the classroom.
- You will receive a certificate of completion and 10% discount off any of our other training courses or private firearms instruction upon completing this course

Private Instruction
Private instruction is available by appointment.