Our course follows the NRA basics of shooting format which has two required phases.
NOTE: You must be 21 years of age with picture ID.
PHASE I
This first phase is a necessary primer to make sure that you have a solid foundation of basic firearms
knowledge. It is done on‐line by you as the student at home (or at a location where you typically
access the internet). This 8 hour e‐training program is done on the NRA website and covers firearm
types/parts, ammunition, how to clean/maintain a firearm, and the basics of safe firearm handling.
The NRA charges $60.00 which you remit to the NRA when you sign up on‐line.
Phase II
This second phase is the practical portion of the course conducted here at Hoffman’s. It is a six‐hour
class administered by our NRA Certified Instructor. During this time our instructors will make sure that
you fully understand the information from the on‐line portion and answer any questions that you may
have. The instructors will cover the fundamentals of shooting with ample dry firing time with both
revolvers and semi‐automatic pistols. The class will also cover how to obtain your permit in
Connecticut, review the pertinent laws involved in owning a firearm, and go through self defense
awareness practices. Finally under the strict supervision of the Hoffman’s instructors you will shoot
different types of firearms for class qualification. Once you successfully complete the PHASE 1 course on‐line you will be ready to sign up with us for this phase of the course.