Ballista Firearms Training LLC

This is an 18 hour course required as part of the application process for a NY State Pistol Permit. This course meets or exceeds all requirements mandated by the "Concealed Carry Improvement Act".

This class is fully certified and approved in Erie, Niagara and Chautauqua Counties. Our instructors are fully credentialed by the NRA and USCCA. You will benefit from a fully experienced, professional, and confident team. We are here for you!

Training date details:

The classroom sessions will be held on Sunday, August 18th, and Sunday, August 25th. You will have multiple options to schedule the 2-hour range session. The range session will have a maximum of 4 participants for a more individualized experience. You must attend all sessions to complete the course and receive your certificate of completion. 

THIS FUN AND INTERACTIVE CLASS GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND THE NYS REQUIREMENTS AND INCLUDES:

·       DRILLS USING STATE OF THE ART SERT PISTOLS AND LASR SOFTWARE

·       SMALL GROUP "RANGE" SESSIONS

·       PASSPORT PHOTOS PROVIDED

·       SUPPORT WITH YOUR ENTIRE APPLICATION PROCESS

Additional topics will include: 

·      The application process: requirements, procedures, and paperwork

·      Recertification and renewal procedures

·      State and Federal laws for owning and carrying handguns

·     Safe storage laws and practices

·      Handgun parts and operation

·      Ammunition parts

·      Handgun cleaning and maintenance

·      General firearm safety

·      Concealed carry holster options

·      The concealed carry mindset

·      Carry and transport laws for handguns

·      Situational awareness

·      Conflict management and de-escalation

·      Law enforcement encounter tips and protocol

·      Sensitive and restricted locations -definitions

·      Use of Deadly Physical Force laws and circumstances

·     Suicide awareness and prevention signs and resources

·      Firearms safety, handling, shooting fundamentals

·      Range exercises

·      Official NY State shooting qualification

-         And more!

 Each participant will have to complete a written exam and pass with a minimum of 80%
   

Those who successfully pass the exam and qualification will be issued a certificate of completion to include in their application packet.

Please note: if you have a Felony or domestic violence conviction, are a drug user, a fugitive from justice, or a DWI conviction within the past 5 years, or would otherwise be prohibited from accessing a handgun, you would not be allowed to attend nor apply. Please contact us for any questions prior to registering.