Youth Firearm Safety
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$50.00
$50.00
per item
Overview
Are your kids ready to talk about guns and gun safety, but don't know where to start? Then this class is for you! Designed for youth ages 7-12+ this informative class discusses issues around firearms and firearm safety in a way that is engaging and easy to understand. The class is intended as an introductory safety course and is perfect for youth interested in firearms, or as a precursor to being taught how to shoot by their parents. Please note that the course fee is per child, accompanying adults may attend the course for free.
This course is classroom only, please do not bring any firearms or ammunition to the class.
See below for course information.
Are your kids ready to talk about guns and gun safety, but don't know where to start? Then this class is for you! Designed for youth ages 7-12+ this informative class discusses issues around firearms and firearm safety in a way that is engaging and easy to understand. The class is intended as an introductory safety course and is perfect for youth interested in firearms, or as a precursor to being taught how to shoot by their parents. Please note that the course fee is per child, accompanying adults may attend the course for free.
This course is classroom only, please do not bring any firearms or ammunition to the class.
See below for course information.
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This course is classroom only, please do not bring any firearms or ammunition to the class.
Approximate Length: 1 hr
Class Format
Please note this class comes in several formats, please pay attention to which format you are selecting when registering.
- In Person: The class is held in person at one of our training sites (location will be stated in the selection).
- Online Instructor-Led: The class is held online via Zoom, but is taught by a live instructor. Students attend the class virtually using the Zoom platform.
Description
The Youth Firearm Safety Course is an introductory safety class intended to introduce youth to the concepts of firearm safety. The course includes a section on the basic aspects of how firearms work, and an overview of the different types. Safety concepts such as what to do if a child discovers a firearm when an adult isn't around, when it is okay and not okay to handle a firearm, the four cardinal safety rules, and proper handling techniques are all covered. Adults should attend the class alongside their child to answer specific questions the child may have and encourage them in the learning process. Please note that the course fee is per child, accompanying adults may attend the course for free.
NOTE: This is not an NRA approved course, but is taught by an NRA certified instructor.
Course Topics:
Course Topics:
- Overview of the different types of firearms
- How firearms work
- Components of ammunition and how they work
- What to do if a child encounters a firearm and an adult is not around
- When its okay to handle a firearm
- When its okay to shoot a firearm
- Where its okay to shoot a firearm
- Four cardinal firearm safety rules
- NRA firearms safety rules
- Safe firearm handling
- Difference between TV, video games, and real life
- Recommendations on how to be safe with toy and replica firearms
- How to safely store firearms in the home