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Welcome to our 2-Day Comprehensive Basic Pistol Course, designed for individuals eager to build a solid foundation in safe pistol handling and essential marksmanship skills. Our program stands out as the most thorough education on firearm safety and pistol shooting techniques in the Atlanta, Georgia area. It covers everything from firearm safety and handling to marksmanship fundamentals, concealed carry, and pistol maintenance. Join us to develop your knowledge and confidence in handling firearms responsibly. We look forward to guiding you on this important journey. Unlike shorter, one-size-fits-all courses, this program goes well beyond the Basic Pistol Course—giving you real skills, real knowledge, and real confidence.

Comprehensive Basic Pistol Course

Includes Live Fire

What You'll Learn

This is a 2-Day Comprehensive Basic Pistol Course designed for those who want to come away with a complete foundation of knowledge regarding the safe handling of pistols and basic marksmanship skills. You will not find a more complete education on safe firearm handling and pistol marksmanship in the Atlanta, Georgia region. This course includes basic firearm safety and marksmanship, but is more in-depth and expansive than the single-day Basic Pistol Courses.

 

The course consists of modules on pistol design, function, ammunition and selection, firearm selection, storage, maintenance, concealed carry aspects, a solid foundation of fundamental marksmanship skills, and most importantly, safe firearm handling practices. We will also discuss Georgia Constitutional Carry aka permit-less carry, along with the inherent risks, responsibilities and suggested protection from liability that you may incur in a self defense incident. This is a two day comprehensive course. Day 1 will be a full day of in class instruction. Day 2 will be an on the range with live fire skill demonstration and drills.

This course includes classroom and range instruction on:

  • Firearm Safety: Proven safety rules and real-world application

  • Pistol Handling: Loading, unloading, and manipulation using dummy rounds

  • Pistol Design: Hands-on learning with multiple pistol types and actions

  • Ammunition Basics: Types, function, and proper selection

  • Maintenance & Storage: Cleaning techniques and secure storage solutions

  • Marksmanship Fundamentals: Grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control, etc.

  • Concealed Carry: Overview of carry options and legal considerations

  • Legal Awareness: Intro to self-defense laws and firearm use

  • Live Fire Practice: High round-count instruction and drills

  • Test Drive Pistols: Experience different calibers and models

Cancellation Policy: In registering for class the student acknowledges they may receive text message reminders. Students are required to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of a class date in order to receive a refund. Student cancellations will be assessed a 10% administration fee which will be deducted from the refund. Classes cancelled by students less than 48 hours before the class will not be refunded. Students who do not show up to attend a class are not eligible for a refund but may be rescheduled if a future class is available. Students who do not attend all portions (which also includes any online learning components) of a class are not eligible for a refund but may arrange with an instructor to attend a future session if there is available class space.

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Upcoming Class Dates     2-Day Comprehensive
Basic Pistol Course

Seating is limited next class is:

Saturday, May 31    9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Sunday, Jun 1    9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Saturday, Jul 26    9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Saturday, Oct 25    9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Saturday, Nov 22    9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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Sunday, Nov 23    9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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What Is Provided

Welcome to South Atlanta
Firearms Training (SAFT)

Your Gateway to Mastery in Firearm Handling and Self-Defense

Unlock the potential to protect yourself and your loved ones with comprehensive training programs from SAFT. As a certified hub for firearm education, we offer a wide array of classes designed to cater to every skill level - from beginners to those seeking to become certified instructors. Join us to embark on a journey towards becoming a confident, responsible, and skilled firearm owner.

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