By registering for this course you are confirming that you will provide proof of successful completion of an equivalent course or curriculum to the NWDA Introduction to Handguns or Women’s Introduction to Handguns. Our instructors reserve the right to refuse to allow completion of the course for individuals who are assessed during the course to be a safety risk to themselves or the public. Entrance fees are calculated per person enrolling in the course.
Participants must be over the age of 21, unless accompanied by a legal guardian.
We offer in-person courses in Medford, OR. Contact our team to negotiate fees for class locations outside of Southern Oregon. Learning modules for this course includes approximately 3 hours of classroom instruction followed by 5 - 6 hours on the range.
Required Gear:
Range suitable attire (Closed toe, leather upper footwear, warm/breathable material clothing as appropriate for the possible weather, long-pants must be worn year round)
Duty Belt
Eye Protection
Ear Protection
Self-defense handgun with holster (.380 minimum caliber weapon)
Two magazines and magazine pouch
250+ rounds ammunition
Water
Recommended:
Meal or snacks
Additional third magazine is highly recommended
Basic medical kit to include: gloves, gauze, and tourniquet
Body Armor sufficient to defeat common handgun ammunition
NWDA does not rent or provide firearms for the completion of this certification nor provide ammunition for purchase or gratis.
