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Introduction to Firearms (incl. live fire at range)

$ 90 usd
+ available add-ons
Waiting List
Sun, Mar 8, 2026, 12:15 – 5:30 PM CDT
Storefront (address sent to registrants), Belmont & Milwaukee, Chicago, IL Map
Introduction to Firearms (incl. live fire at range)

This class is a basic introduction to firearms that assumes no prior knowledge. It is good for those who are considering firearm ownership or those who want to understand how to navigate around firearms safely.

We will have approximately 2.5 hours of classroom instruction, then we'll be driving to a shooting range in the suburbs for live fire practice. If you need a ride, please include that info in the notes field during registration.

Topics we will cover include:

  • Firearms and parts
  • Safely loading and unloading
  • Safely operating and shooting
  • Basics of marksmanship
  • Live fire practice

Please review all of our policies on our Policy Page, and be prepared to sign a waiver once you arrive to class. The class fees include range fees, targets, instruction, and use of up to 25 rounds of 9mm ammunition on the range. I will have 9mm handguns available for use during class. If you bring your own gun and it is not 9mm, please bring ammunition or be prepared to purchase it at the range.

If the class is full, please sign up for the waitlist - we may open more slots depending on demand.

Waiting List

Instructors

Jim Bethune

Founder & Trainer

Location

Storefront (address sent to registrants), Belmont & Milwaukee, Chicago, IL

Classifications

Age Groups
  • All
Levels
  • All