When

Saturday, August 21, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM EDT
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Where

Peacemaker National Training Center 
1624 Brannons Ford Rd
Gerrardstown, WV 25420
 

 
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Contact

PNTC Staff 
Peacemaker National Training Center 
304-229-GUNS (4867) 
info@peacemakernational.com 
    

Basic AR-15 Operation Course

Saturday, Aug, 21st 1PM- 5PM

Course Overview

This is an introductory level AR-15 Operations Class, focusing on understanding, safe use and marksmanship with the AR-15.

In this 4 hour course, you'll learn how to safely operate the AR-15 and engage targets from 3 to 50 yards. Students shoot approximately 100 rounds over the duration of the school and experience excellent training on incredible target systems and ranges. 

Course Includes

Safety Review & Instruction

Overview of the AR-15 

Fundamental AR-15 Operations 

Basic Marskmanship & Safety Skills

Basic Sighting In Techniques

Loading, Reloading and Malfunctions

Close Range & Mid Range Live Fire

Proper Storage & Maintenance 

Equipment                                                                                                                            

  • Eye & Ear protection (electronic hearing protection recommended)
  • Serviceable AR-15, with or without optic 
  • Serviceable sling, if you have one 
  • Minimum 1 magazine pouch 
  • Minimum of 1 serviceable magazine
  • 100 rounds of ammo 
  • Suitable range wear depending on the season 
  • Brimmed hat, sunscreen, bug spray, etc.
  • Bring your lunch. PNTC has snacks and drinks for a small fee. 

NOTE: IF YOU ARE IN ANY WAY UNSURE THAT YOUR FIREARM, OPTIC OR AMMO ARE SUITABLE OR PREPARED FOR THIS COURSE YOU ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO RENT A PNTC RIFLE SYSTEM (RIFLE, AMMO & OPTIC)! YOU WILL GET A GREAT DEAL OUT OF THE CLASS ON ONE OF OUR RIFLE SYSTEMS. YOU CAN SELECT THIS OPTION BELOW WHEN PAYMENT IS COLLECTED. 

Course Cost:

PNTC Members $125

Non-Members $150

PNTC Training Members $0 

PNTC Member Cost PLUS 100 rounds match 223: $325

Non-Member Cost PLUS 100 Rounds of match 223: $350

 

PREREQUISITES                                                                                                             

This school is enrty level and basic. It is open to all SAFE and responsible shooters who are looking to learn how to safely operate the AR-15.  You should be in adequate physical condition and be able to stand, bend and move for several hours outdoors.

By registering for this course student accepts all of the following:

  • All students agree that all information taught will be used for lawful defensive or lawful recreational purposes, only
  • Student accepts that upon enrolling, PNTC reserves the right to remove students without refund for unsafe, rude or unusual behavior or in the event that students are unable to reasonably carry-out training and or live fire
  • Student confirms that they are not a convicted felon and are lawfully permitted to use and own legal firearms in the United States

Safety 

 Please ensure that your firearm is UNLOADED and cased prior to arriving at PNTC. Please leave your training firearm cased and in your vehicle upon arrival. We will tell you when it’s time to get your firearm.

Please do not bring a “concealed carry” firearm into the training room.  No ammunition or firearms of any kind are permitted in the training room.

PNTC Staff/Instructors reserve the right to the determination of the successful or unsuccessful completion of the course of the individual student based on, but not limited to, safety, attitude and/or overall skill development. PNTC also reserves the right to remove any student for any safety purposes, or highly unusual or disruptive behavior, with or without refund based on PNTC's sole determination.