Fundamental Rifle Course

Taking this course will help you to learn how to operate your rifle safely, smoothly, and accurately. Learn the three principles of marksmanship: Stance, Grip, Trigger Control.

Firearms and ammunition provided by the academy

$240.00 USD

Purchase at USCCA

Bring your own firearms and ammunition

$150.00 USD

Purchase at USCCA

Thursday,May 1,2025 10:00am - 12:00 pm San Jose CA 95138

Saturday,May 3,2025 10:00am - 12:00 pm San Jose CA 95138

Sunday,May 4,2025 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm San Jose CA 95138

Sunday,May 25,2025 10:00am - 12:00 pm San Jose CA 95138

OVERVIEW

This comprehensive course provides hands-on training and the basic knowledge necessary to safely handle, load, fire, basic marksmanship, and maintain most types of California semi-automatic rifle. Range time offer ample opportunity to achieve the skills for success in a casual, stress-free environment.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

None - Beginners welcome.

COURSE OUTLINE

• Responsible firearms ownership and applications of the rifle

• Firearms safety training for range

• Safety concerns and practices while training

• Safe use and handling of firearms 

• Potential dangers (penetration, accidental discharges, etc.)

• Ready positions

• Components and operation of modern rifle

• Types, components, and purposes of modern ammunition

• Applicable laws relating to the possession, transportation, and storage of firearms

• Administrative loading and unloading of rifle

• Classes starting at 10:00am will run until 12:00pm.

• Classes starting at 01:00pm will run until 03:00pm.

EQUIPMENT LIST

• Academy-Supplied Firearms and Ammo - 2-4 rifles (Multiple platform, calibers, and aiming mechanisms), target, safety glasses and hearing protection is included in the cost of this option.

• Bring Your Firearms and Ammo - rifle, one magazine, safety glasses and hearing protection.

• Dress suitably for the activity and weather: long pants, hat, closed-toe shoes (no flip flops/sandals), and a modest crew neck or button-up shirt recommended.

AMMO

• Academy-Supplied Firearms and Ammo  - Ammunition is included in the cost of this option.

• Bring Your Firearms and Ammo - 100 rounds range ammunition.  

PRECAUTIONS AND NOTES

Payable to the range upon arrival (Cash or Card)

San Jose Range: $15

San Leandro Range: $25

Richmond Range: $20

Check follow up email when course day is approaching for detail course information.

Paying the fee and participating in the course is deemed to agree to the matters and instructions.