# Event Details - **Event Name**: NRA Firearm Instructor Certification - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm - **Event Description**: Become a valued member as a Certified Pistol InstructorAbout this EventBasic Instructor Training(BIT)?️Day 1:Friday January 16th ⏰8:00am - 3:00pm(6 hours)This BIT course is a PRE-REQUISTE in becoming in NRA Basic Pistol Instructor.If you ALREADY COMPLETED the BIT course in the last 2 years, you do not have to come to this class (MUST HAVE PROOF of BIT COMPLETION)At the end of this course you will posses the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to Organize & Conduct NRA Basic Firearms Training Courses.Course LessonsLesson I:The Instructor & the NRA Basic Firearm Training ProgramLesson II:Using a Training TeamLesson III:Training Materials & Training AidsLesson IV:Organizing Your CourseLesson V:Preparing to Teach https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/64119f90-c5e3-11f0-a796-85543d726026-rimg-w883-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg NRA Basic Pistol Certification?️Day 2:Saturday , January 17th ⏰8:00am - 5:00pm(8 hours)This is the second PRE-REQUISITE to become an NRA Pistol Instructor. (If you completed this course, you DO NOT need to attend on this date: MUST provide PROOF Certificate of Completion for the NRA Basic Pistol Course)Course Lessons:Lesson I:Pistol Knowledge & Safe Gun HandlingLesson II:Ammunition Knowledge & the Fundamentals of Pistol ShootingLesson III:Shooting Positions & Shooting QualificationsLesson IV:Scoring Targets, & Selecting & Maintaining your PistolLesson V:Continued Opportunities for Skill Development https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/6485e530-c5e3-11f0-b683-f52dcddcb876-rimg-w883-h740-dcffffff-gmir.jpg NRA Pistol Instructor Training?️Day 3:Sunday, January 18th⏰8:00am-6:00pm(10 hours)Course Lessons:Lesson I:Basics of Pistol Shooting Instructional MethodsLesson II:Teaching Basics of Pistol Shooting:Pistol Knowledge & Safe Gun Handlingteach parts & operations of revolvers & semi-automatic pistols according to NRA lesson plansteach the NRA fundamental rules of safe-gun handlingconduct a safe pistol handling exercise•Group 1: Will conduct a brief presentation on Slide 7: Gun Owner’s Responsibilities, Slides 8-9: introduce lesson (REVIEW the learning objectives),•Group 2: Will conduct a brief presentation on Slide 10: Why American’s Own Pistols, and Slide 11: Types of pistol actions.•Group 3: Will explain Slides 13-19: Revolver knowledge and Demonstrate how they operate Slide 13.••All Groups: Will explain Slides 20-24: Semi-automatic Pistol Knowledge, and demonstrate how they function Slide 26.••Group 1: Will explain Slides 30-31 Safe Gun handling.•Group 2: Will conduct Slide 32 Safe Pistol Handling Practical.Lesson III:Teaching Pistol Lesson II: Ammunition Knowledge & the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting•teach ammunition components, types, and the firing sequence of a cartridge according to NRA lesson plans.•Effectively teach ammunition identification, storage, and malfunctions according to NRA lesson plans.•Explain the importance of determining eye dominance in beginning pistol shooters, and conduct an eye dominance exercise.•Effectively teach the five fundamentals of pistol shooting according to NRA lesson plans.•Group 1: Explain Slides 37 – 45 Pistol Ammunition•Group 2: Explain Slides 46 – 49 Cartridge Malfunctions and Slide 50 REVIEW Safe Gun Handling Rules.•Group 3: Demonstrate Slide 51 Dominant Eye and conduct a Dominant Eye Drill and Slides 63 – 77 Fundamentals of Pistol shooting.•All Candidates: will need to demonstrate with a partner that they can conduct Slides 52 – 54 (position) and Slides 55 – 62 (Grip).Lesson IV:Evaluating & Improving Performance of Beginning Pistol ShootersLesson V:Teaching Pistol Lesson III:Shooting Positions & Shooting Qualifications•Effectively teach the learning steps to shoot from the benchrest position.•Effectively teach the learning steps to shoot from the isosceles position.•Effectively conduct the shooting qualification.•Training Counselor : The Training Counselor will assume the role as an instructor, and facilitate Slides 83 - 90, Range Safety Briefing•All Candidates: Must teach Slides 93 – 95 & 96, the benchrest and two handed standing isosceles position, to another candidate, using the 8 step method.•All Candidates: Slide 96 – 98: Conduct the Shooting Qualification for another candidate.Lesson VI:Teaching Pistol Lesson IV:Scoring Targets, & Selecting & Maintaining a PistolEach candidate will conduct exercises as follows:•Group 1: Scoring targets, Slide 105•Group 2: Selecting and purchasing a pistol, Slides 106 - 108•Group 3: Explain and demonstrate how to Care for a pistol, Slides 109 – 121.Lesson VII:Teaching Pistol Lesson V:Continued Opportunities for Skill DevelopmentEach candidate will conduct exercises as follows:•Group 1: The Marksmanship Qualification Program, Slide 128••Group 2: Training, Competitive shooting opportunities, and NRA-affiliated clubs, Slides 129 – 133.••Group 3: The National Rifle Association, Slides 133 – 134.Lesson VIII:Using NRA Basic of Pistol Shooting Course Evaluation, Performance Checklist & Pistol Instructor Exam & Course Conclusion https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/651b4760-c5e3-11f0-a796-85543d726026-rimg-w883-h740-dc2b62a8-gmir.jpg Your NRA Training CounselorNRA Training CounselorCA POST (Police Officer Firearms Instructor)NRA Law Enforcement Firearms/Shotgun InstructorNRA Pistol InstructorNRA Concealed Carry (CCW Instructor)NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home InstructorNRA Personal Protection Inside the Home InstructorLos Angeles County CCW Training ProviderCA DOJ Approved CCW InstructorCA DOJ Approved Firearms InstructorCA Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS) licensed Firearms InstructorPolice Academy GraduateAdvanced Patrol Officer GraduateSemper Fi ladies and gents! I will be the lead Pistol Instructor for this workshop as the NRA Training Counselor to certify you!I have Over 30 years of experience in the criminal justice field. I'm a former Staff Sargent, U.S Marine (Infantry and Embassy Duty) and Police Officer!I ran a Criminal Justice Program for a private college and helped hundreds of individuals to get into Law Enforcement, Security, Corrections, and other public safety careers.I was a former police officer and have real world street experience. I loved going out on patrol every day, making arrest, doing vehicle stops, investigations, drug testing, and perfecting my officer safety tactics and techniques.I look forward in working with you! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/commerce/nra-firearm-instructor-certification/100001967786977822 - **Event Categories**: workshops, sports - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 350, max: 350, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Commerce - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Public Safety Institute - **lat**: 33.9955558 - **long**: -118.13988039999998 - **full address**: Public Safety Institute, 6400 East Washington Boulevard, Commerce, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: NRA Firearm Instructor Certification - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/b584d07afae74f11aef4de1bee918b176ffebf9eb0b84fc290df2ea5ff19ac41-rimg-w1200-h1200-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1763624108 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is NRA Firearm Instructor Certification being held? - **A:** NRA Firearm Instructor Certification takes place on Fri, 16 Jan, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sun, 18 Jan, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Public Safety Institute, 6400 East Washington Boulevard, Commerce, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for NRA Firearm Instructor Certification? - **A:** Tickets for NRA Firearm Instructor Certification are priced at USD 350 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityNRA Pistol Instructor WorkshopUSD 350Available - **Q**: Who is organizing NRA Firearm Instructor Certification? - **A:** NRA Firearm Instructor Certification is organized by Public Safety Institute. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** NRA Firearm Instructor Certification is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Commerce, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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