seminars, courses and services
Firearm Safety Certificate Test
A California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) is a mandatory document required to purchase or acquire handguns and long guns in California. Applicants must pass a 30-question written test from a DOJ Certified Instructor (that's me : ), which is valid for five years. The test covers safety rules, laws, and handling, making it an essential part of firearm safety courses. Typically, the test is offered at firearms stores, but now you can take the FSC test in a garden! For those seeking additional training, consider attending the NRA New Shooter Seminar or enrolling in pistol orientation courses to further enhance your skills.
The study guide: https://oag.ca.gov/system/files/media/fsc-study-guide.pdf
NRA New Shooter Seminar
The NRA New Shooter Seminar is an off-range experience designed for those considering a firearm and new gun owners, regardless of NRA affiliation. This seminar introduces participants to the fundamentals of firearm safety, firearms ownership, and basic shooting concepts, making it one of the essential firearm safety courses available. Attendees will leave equipped with the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to promote safety, competence, and confidence as new gun owners. Focused specifically on handguns, this seminar lasts 90-120 minutes and is also offered as an online option, making it a great choice for those interested in pistol orientation courses.
First Steps Pistol Orientation
The NRA First Steps Pistol Orientation Course is designed for new shooters and firearm owners, whether NRA affiliated or not, who have little to no experience with handling and shooting pistols. Typically utilizing the students' own pistols, this course will cover essential topics such as firearm safety, the various parts of a pistol, as well as its operation and maintenance. Following this, participants will receive an on-range introduction to ammunition, range etiquette, and the fundamentals of pistol shooting. Additionally, students will gain knowledge on pistol cleaning and safe storage practices. Upon completion, each participant will receive an NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook and an NRA FIRST Steps Pistol Orientation Completion Certificate. This seminar runs for a minimum of 5 hours.
NRA Basic Pistol Course
The Basic Pistol course is one of the essential firearm safety courses that equip students with a thorough understanding of the Basics of Pistol Shooting. Through the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course, we introduce students to the necessary knowledge, skills, attitude and intentions for safe pistol ownership and use. Our curriculum emphasizes safety, gun handling, the different types of pistols, proper pistol cleaning, and storage techniques. Additionally, we cover the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship and various pistol firing positions, engaging in several practical exercises on the firing range. This course typically lasts a full 8-hour day and serves as a perfect complement to the NRA New Shooter Seminar and other pistol orientation courses.
1 x 1 Consulting and Instruction Services
Bull's Eye Pistol Club and U-Pick is dedicated to providing the Community with opportunities to engage in firearm safety courses and training in a welcoming environment where you can feel supported and be yourself. At BEPC you will gain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to become a safe and responsible handgun operator or owner. Participate in our NRA New Shooter Seminar or take part in our pistol orientation courses held in bright, inviting learning spaces. If you prefer personalized instruction, you can opt for a 1 x 1 setting to learn about and shop for the pistol(s) that best suit your needs. Explore the differences between a single and double action revolver in our backyard setting, and afterwards, take home fresh herbs, veggies, and flowers from the garden.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
I won Best Shot at Camp Mendocino when I was 9 years old. I didn’t seriously begin shooting again until 2017 when I purchased my first firearm, a Glock 17 G3. Since then I have become an even more skilled marksman (than when I was 9 :), become a card carrying member of a Rod and Gun club, and have become a Department of Justice and National Rifle Association Pistol Instructor.
My day job is as a non-profit CEO. And while I am a skilled leader, great strategic planner, and can coordinate the heck out of disconnected parts, I also believe in having durable, analog skills to share with others who seek them. Both as a CEO and Instructor, I work in service of others, and deeply believe in sharing vital resources.
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