Defensive Long Gun Setup, Maintenance & Fundamentals Prep

Whether you recently purchased an AR-style rifle or pistol-caliber carbine—or simply want greater confidence caring for and setting up your firearm—this three-hour class offers a practical introduction in a welcoming environment. All experience levels are welcome.

Designed to help you prepare for the Defensive Long Gun Fundamentals course, the class covers safe handling practices, basic disassembly and field cleaning, equipment setup, and the fundamentals of confirming iron-sight or red-dot alignment for a 50-yard zero. You will also learn which accessories are essential and which are optional conveniences.

What to bring: Your unloaded firearm secured in an appropriate case,

approximately 50 rounds of ammunition

cleaning kit (if you have one)

any compatible equipment or accessories you would like assistance setting up.

Follow all instructor and facility safety requirements.