Ladies Only Pistol Level 1 - Beginner

• Women with little to no shooting experience
• Women seeking a comfortable, female-only learning environment
• Beginners looking to progress safely to higher-level training
  
  

No prior experience required. All instruction is conducted with an emphasis on safety, confidence-building, and skill development

Hour 1 – Introduction, Safety & Mindset (Classroom)

Duration: 60 minutes

Objectives

• Build a safe, supportive learning environment
• Eliminate fear and uncertainty
• Establish safety as the foundation

Topics Covered

• Course overview & expectations
• Why women-only training (comfort, pace, communication)
• The 4 Rules of Firearm Safety
• Range commands & etiquette
• Safe gun handling at all times
• Gear overview (eye/ear protection, ammo, handgun types)

Hands-On (No Ammo)

• Safe direction awareness
• Proper firearm pickup and set-down
• Checking firearm condition (clear / loaded)

Hour 2 – Firearm Fundamentals & Operation (Classroom + Dry Practice)

Duration: 60 minutes

Objectives

• Understand how pistols work
• Remove intimidation through knowledge

Topics Covered

• What a firearm is and how it works
• Semi-auto vs revolver (basic comparison)
• Ammunition basics (caliber, components)
• Controls:
  • Magazine release
  • Slide
  • Safety / decocker (if applicable)
  • Trigger function

Hands-On (Inert / Dry)

• Loading and unloading (dummy rounds)
• Slide manipulation techniques (female-friendly methods)
• Malfunction awareness (tap-rack overview)

Hour 3 – Shooting Fundamentals & Dry Fire Skills

Duration: 60 minutes

Objectives

• Build correct habits before live fire
• Increase confidence and consistency

Fundamentals Taught

• Athletic stance (comfort-focused)
• Proper grip (strength-neutral techniques)
• Sight alignment & sight picture
• Trigger control (press vs pull)
• Breathing and recoil anticipation
• Follow-through

Dry Practice

• Wall drill (trigger control)
• Sight alignment exercises
• Draw from low-ready (no holsters)
• Safe reholstering discussion (if applicable)

Hour 4 – Live Fire Range Session (1 Full Hour)

Duration: 60 minutes

Round Count: ~50–75 rounds per student

Distance: 3–7 yards

Live Fire Progression

1. Single-round drills
   • Focus on safety and recoil management
2. Controlled pairs
   • Sight picture and trigger reset
3. Accuracy drills
   • Slow fire, coaching between strings
4. Confidence drills
   • Consistent hits on target
   • Positive reinforcement

Instructor Focus

• One-on-one coaching
• Grip and trigger correction
• Managing recoil anxiety
• Encouragement over speed

Hour 5 – Defensive Awareness, Storage & Wrap-Up

Duration: 60 minutes

Topics Covered

• Basic defensive pistol mindset
• Situational awareness (avoidance first)
• Legal overview (high-level, non-legal advice)
• Safe storage options:
  • Home
  • Vehicle
  • Children considerations
• Cleaning & basic maintenance overview
• Selecting the right pistol for women
• Next steps in training

Wrap-Up

• Q&A session
• Confidence discussion
• Training pathway recommendations
• Certificates of completion

Required Equipment

• Handgun (must be in safe working condition)
• 50–100 rounds of ammunition
• Carry case/Range bag
• Eye & ear protection
• Closed-toe shoes
• Baseball cap recommended
• Water