Master Marksmanship with the NRA Rifle Instructor Certification Course in Orange, California
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
15 hours over 2 days
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good general physical condition to stand for long periods and handle rifles safely.
Overview
Elevate your shooting and teaching skills with the NRA Rifle Instructor (2 Day) course in Orange, California. This 15-hour program combines technical training with hands-on instructor practice, preparing you to lead NRA Basic Rifle classes confidently.
NRA Rifle Instructor (2 Day)
15 Hours Total • This course is to certify instructors to teach the NRA Basic Rifle course.
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About This Adventure
Experience the comprehensive NRA Rifle Instructor course over two engaging days, where you'll master rifle actions, ammunition types, and shooting positions. Gain hands-on teaching experience with novice students, refine your skills on the range, and demonstrate your expertise through a qualification shoot. Elevate your marksmanship and instructional abilities in this unique training opportunity.
NRA Rifle Instructor (2 Day Course)
Duration
15 Hours
About
- The NRA Rifle Instructor training course is among the most comprehensive instructor disciplines. The course starts with a discussion of the most popular rifle actions. Next comes ammunition, rimfire, and centerfire, with some discussion on black powder muzzleloaders. Then the course dives into all of the various positions: benchrest, standing (free arm and armrest), prone, and then kneeling and sitting. How to teach the use of slings is covered, and how to zero a rifle.
- The second day, novice students are recruited for the instructor candidates to present their assigned topics. Then the instructor candidates are teamed up with a novice student and work them through the various positions. Then, after serious dry fire practice, the class will go to the range to prove the newly established skills of the students. Finally, the instructor candidates will take a written test to document their approved knowledge.
- Instructor candidates for this two-day course will be required to demonstrate their gun handling and marksmanship skills in the qualification shoot during the class.
- NRA student text and instructor lesson plans.
What to Bring
Note-taking materials, highlighter, and, if a member, their NRA ID number. The qualifier can be shot with any rifle, including .22s. The NRA prefers no optics since we shoot at only 25 yards, but I will allow it.
Adventure Tips
Arrive well-rested and focused
Being mentally alert enhances learning and safety during live-fire sessions.
Review basic rifle safety rules before class
Familiarity with fundamental rules will help you engage more deeply during instruction.
Wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor range conditions
Expect to spend significant time standing and moving during the range exercises.
Bring eye and ear protection if you have your own
Having personal safety gear ensures optimal fit and protection on the range.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Red-tailed hawks soaring above nearby hills
- Western scrub jays in the local park areas
History
Orange is known for its preserved early 20th century architecture and has a growing reputation for outdoor shooting sports.
Conservation
The course emphasizes firearm safety and responsible use, supporting local initiatives to maintain safe and respectful shooting environments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Eye protection
Protect your eyes from debris and ensure clear vision during shooting drills.
Ear protection
Necessary to protect hearing from the loud rifle reports.
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Ideal for safety and comfort during standing and moving on the range.
Notebook and pen
Useful for taking notes during classroom sessions to retain key concepts.