Massachusetts License to Carry Class

Sunday August 13th from 9am to 1pm at Townsend Rod and Gun Club clubhouse.

– This class is approved by the Massachusetts State Police and meets the requirement to obtain a Concealed Carry Permit, or an FID card, in Massachusetts.

– The goal of this class is to teach basic knowledge and skills, and to explain the attitude necessary for the safe handling and storage of guns in the home.

The length of the classroom portion of this course is 4 hours.

Handgun Familiarization Course (live fire)

Sunday August 13th from 1pm until complete at the Townsend Rod and Gun Action Shooting Range.

This course consists of actual range time where each participant of the class will fire various Handguns, Full Size to Sub compact including revolvers, while being directly supervised by a trained firearms instructor.

This class will teach you how to safely handle a pistol as well as providing you with the necessary skills to have a safe experience at home and at the range. By the end of this portion of instruction you will be more confident in your ability to safely use a firearm without incident. Proper range commands, stance, grip, general marksmanship techniques, loading, unloading and clearing malfunctions will be demonstrated and taught.

Ultra-slow-motion video may be used to help diagnose any issues in your shooting stance and grip.

Required Equipment:

Corrective eye-wear if needed

Weather-appropriate clothing (you will be outdoors).

Suggested Equipment:

Eye protection and hearing protection will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.

NOTE: Covid19 guidelines will be maintained during this class.