NRA Rifle Classes

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The goal of the NRA's Rifle Instructor Course is to develop NRA Certified Instructors who possess the  knowledge, skills & attitude necessary to conduct the NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting (BoRS) Course.

There are 2 choices in how to conduct your NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting Class:

The first is an Instructor-led class, done completely in your classroom & range.  

The second is a Distance Learning class.  Your students attend the course live with you over Zoom, Skype or other online conferencing app.  Then you set up a separate time to complete the hands-on exercises & shooting. 

This instructor course is for EXPERIENCED shooters only.  This is not a class to teach you how to shoot or work rifles. This class is to teach you the NRA methods for teaching a basic rifle student.  You MUST be familiar with bolt-action, lever-action, slide/pump action, hinge-action & semi-automatic rifles.

This class consists of 3 parts over 2-3 days: 

An NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting class (see above):  We try to offer this class once per week, including the day before the Rifle Instructor course starts.  Other dates can be set up.  We try to complete all prerequisites during this day.  (See below.)

 Basic Instructor Training (BIT).  If you have taken BIT within the last 2 years, please let us know.  This will reduce your class by one day.  If it has been longer than 2 years, you will need to take it again.

NRA Rifle Instructor Training

Prerequisites: 

1.  Successfully complete the NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting (BoRS) class.  This includes attaining a minimum score of 90% on the BoRS class student exam.  

2.  Attain a minimum score of 80% on the NRA Pre-Course Qualification.  

The Pre-course Qualification will be conducted immediately after the Basic Rifle class & consists  of:          

• Loading/Unloading - You must safely load & unload a bolt action rifle, a lever action rifle & a semi-automatic rifle.  
• Clearing Common Rifle Stoppages - You must demonstrate how to safely clear a common rifle stoppage using a semi-automatic rifle.  These stoppages include Failure to Fire &  Double Feed Drills. 
• Rifle Shooting - The use of telescopic sights,  aiming devices, etc.  is allowed.  We strongly recommend the use of a .22.
  • You will fire 10 shots each from 3 positions:  bench rest, prone & standing (unsupported).  
  • A blank 4.5" diameter circle at a distance of 25 yards will be used as the target.  OR a 9" paper plate at a distance of 50 yards may be substituted.
  • Two points will be given for each shot that hits the paper.  Shots that break the edge of the paper will count as a hit.
  • Two re-qualification shoots are allowed within any 24-hour period.  
• Failure to successfully complete the prerequisites will result in the forfeiture of your deposit due to the time & expenses involved for the NRA Training Counselor to conduct these tests.  

Lessons in the NRA Rifle Instructor Course include: 

Introduction of NRA Basic Rifle Shooting Course Outline & Lesson Plans   

Teaching Rifle Lesson I:  Rifle Knowledge & Safe Handling   

Teaching Rifle Lesson II:  Ammunition Knowledge & the Fundamentals of Rifle Shooting 

Basic Rifle Instructional Method   

Teaching Rifle Lesson III:  Firing the First Shots   

Teaching Rifle Lesson IV:  Standing Rifle Shooting Positions   

Teaching Rifle Lesson V:  Prone & Kneeling Rifle Shooting Positions   

Teaching Rifle Lesson VI:  Sitting Rifle Shooting Position & Review of Positions   

Evaluating & Improving Performance of Beginning Rifle Shooters   

Teaching Rifle Lesson VII:  Rifle Sports & Activities  

You will need to provide: 

• A pen & a different colored highlighter than you used in the BoRS class
• The PowerPoint/Lesson Plans & Appendices printed & inserted into a notebook OR downloaded to a tablet/laptop.  Power outlets are available.  The PP/LP & Appendices will be emailed to you.   
• A 1" 3-ring binder (for BIT)
• Eye & ear protection   
• Your rifle & sling   
• Your spotting scope   
• A kneeling roll   
• Ground cover or shooting mat   
• 250 Rounds of ammunition (minimum) - This includes ammo for the Basic Rifle class.  You may bring more ammo if you desire.  You can fire more, if time permits.  
• Your cleaning kit with towel or cleaning mat

Reminders:    

BIT (if necessary), the Rifle Instructor Course, Lunches & Range Fees are all included in the course fee.  

If you have already taken the BoRS class, let us know.  This will reduce your course fee & save you a day. We will need a copy of your completion certificate.

If you have had BIT within the last 2 years, this will reduce your time by a day.  (We don't charge for BIT, so, no, it won't save you any on the course fee.  Sorry...)

Only "dummy" ammunition is allowed in the classroom.  

A minimum of 4 people must register in order for an Instructor course to hold.  Registration ends 72 hours before the BoRS class begins. 

Shooting exercises are conducted at an outdoor range.  Please dress appropriately.  Eye & ear protection is required.  We recommend a high-necked shirt.  Hot brass can blister.  Flip-flops, sandals & bare feet will not be allowed.  You must wear full-coverage shoes such as tennis shoes.  

 NRA Processing/Certification Fees are not included.  You will pay this directly to the NRA after your class is completed.

• Fees for your first NRA Instructor certification are $35 for NRA Members & $60 for Non-NRA Members.            
• Additional NRA Instructor certifications are $15 for NRA Members & $30 for Non-NRA Members.
• Certifications are valid for 2 years.  All certifications will expire on the same date.  Re-certification fees are a flat $60.  (You do NOT have to take the class again.)       

There is a $50 (minimum) non-refundable deposit required for registration.  If you are unable to attend the class after registering, this deposit will be applied to your next registration.