WOMEN’S PISTOL TRAINING

Build Skills. Develop Confidence. Strengthen Your Understanding.

A comprehensive, women-focused pistol training class designed to build firearm knowledge, personal-safety awareness, and defensive concepts in a supportive learning environment.

Beginner-Friendly | Classroom-Based Training | No Live Fire
Meets Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit Training Requirements

Payment in full or a $50 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve your spot.

ONE CLASS. THREE LEVELS OF TRAINING.

This course combines Basic Pistol, Intermediate Pistol, and Defensive Pistol concepts into one complete training session.

You’ll start with the fundamentals, build your understanding of handgun operation and equipment, and then progress into personal-defense concepts and responsible concealed-carry considerations.

This course also meets the training requirement for a Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit, making it a good option for women who want both broader firearms education and qualifying Virginia CCW training.

BASIC PISTOL

Build a strong foundation in firearm safety and handgun fundamentals.

What You’ll Learn

• What’s Your Why? — Identify your personal reasons and goals for training

• Firearm safety and responsible ownership

• Basic handgun knowledge

• Handgun operation and handling concepts

• Fundamentals of handgun shooting

INTERMEDIATE PISTOL

Develop a deeper understanding of your handgun, ammunition, equipment, and shooting concepts.

What You’ll Learn

• Revolvers vs. semi-automatic pistols

• Ammunition and ballistics

• Cycle of operation

• Common firearm malfunctions

• Holsters and concealed-carry considerations

• Establishing personal boundaries

• Continued development of shooting fundamentals

DEFENSIVE PISTOL

Explore how firearm skills fit into a broader personal-defense strategy.

What You’ll Learn

• Defensive mindset

• Avoid, Escape, Defend

• Use-of-force considerations

• Cover vs. concealment

• Verbal commands

• Marksmanship vs. defensive shooting

• Drawing-from-the-holster concepts

• Loading and reloading concepts

• Practicing with purpose

IMPORTANT: THIS IS NOT A LIVE-FIRE CLASS

This course is conducted in a classroom training environment and does not include live-fire range training.

Live fire is not required as part of Virginia’s concealed handgun permit training requirement.

The focus of this course is building the knowledge, understanding, decision-making, and foundational concepts that support safe and responsible firearm ownership and future hands-on training.

WHY TAKE THIS CLASS?

Virginia CCW Qualification
Complete training that meets the Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit training requirement while receiving education that goes beyond simply qualifying for a permit.

Comprehensive Training
Cover Basic, Intermediate, and Defensive Pistol concepts in a single training session.

Beginner-Friendly
No extensive firearms experience is required before attending.

Professional Instruction
Receive structured instruction focused on safety, understanding, responsible ownership, and personal-defense concepts.

Supportive Learning Environment
Train in a women-focused environment designed to encourage questions, learning, and skill development.

QUICK FAQ

Does this class qualify for a Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit?
Yes. This course meets the applicable Virginia concealed handgun permit training requirement, and qualifying students will receive the appropriate course completion documentation.

I’m completely new to firearms. Is that okay?
Absolutely. This class is designed to provide a structured foundation for newer students while still offering useful information for those with previous experience.

Do I take Basic, Intermediate, and Defensive Pistol separately?
No. All three levels are covered during this single training session.

Does this class include live-fire training?
No. This is a classroom-based course and does not include a live-fire range session.

Do I have to pay the full amount when I register?
No. You may secure your reservation with a $50 non-refundable deposit, with the remaining balance due according to the registration terms.

BUILD THE KNOWLEDGE BEFORE YOU BUILD THE SKILL.

Develop a stronger understanding of firearm safety, handgun operation, concealed carry, and personal-defense concepts while completing training that meets Virginia’s concealed handgun permit training requirement.

Choose your available training date below.