Events in December 2022

USCCA Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals

2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm

2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm

Category: Education USCCA Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals

Category: Education 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm

Category: Education 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm

USCCA Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals

2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm

2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm

USCCA Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals

2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm

2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm

9:00 am – 5:00 pm
December 10, 2022

USCCA's Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals is a welcoming and engaging training class created for women who are seeking to begin, improve upon, or add to their firearms skills.

With three distinct modules, this course is designed for those who are brand new to firearms and those who are ready to learn more about defensive shooting.

This class is open only to WSC members and their families. Sign up here.

Basics and fundamentals will be introduced, reviewed,
and then built upon, while also exploring:
Situational awareness
Common types of handguns
Ammunition types, malfunctions
Firearms handling skills
Defensive pistol fundamentals
The use of deadly force
Concealed carry clothing
Carrying when you have children or loved ones around

Whether you’ve never touched a firearm, you’re looking for the next steps in your training, or you’ve chosen to learn about the skills, tools, and mindset needed to use firearms for self-defense, you can be prepared to carry confidently every day with tips and techniques from experienced women in the world of firearms.

Materials provided: LTC Handouts, USCCA Carry Concealed and Home Defense Book, and use of firearms if needed

Cost to Student: $100– This covers cost of book ($30), instructor insurance ($30), certificate, 50 rounds of ammunition, and donation to WSC.

The class will gather in the clubhouse upstairs meeting room. Target practice will use either the indoor or outdoor ranges, depending upon the weather.

Questions to the Education and Training Chair.

9:00 am – 5:00 pm
December 17, 2022 – December 18, 2022

Learn the 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm and earn your Basic Firearms Safety Certification which allows you to apply for the Massachusetts License to Carry. This course combines the State of Massachusetts and United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) curriculum into an energetic and fast paced two-day learning experience appropriate for all skill levels. Sign up here. Details:

Completion and passing of written will give the attendee the Basic Firearms Safety certificate that is required to apply for the Massachusetts LTC
Completion of the class provides the attendee with a certification of completion of the USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
The focus is: The safe and appropriate use of firearms. This major focus is on safety in order to protect the individual, others and our rights including the safe storage, unloading, managing and legalities of all types of firearms
Attendees will learn the fundamentals and mechanical operations of handguns, rifles and shotguns including correct grip, stance, handling, aiming, loading, firing, safing, etc.
Full coverage of both the State of Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety the USCCA Firearms Safety, Home Defense and Concealed Carry including:
* Understanding how to avoid conflict and awareness of your surroundings
* The psychology of violent encounters
* The legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath)
* Home security and home defense
* The use of force and the best way to avoid ever having to use your firearm
Exposure to several different handguns – revolvers, semiautomatics, various sizes
4 hours of live fire intermixed throughout the course

Materials provided: LTC Handouts, USCCA Carry Concealed and Home Defense Book, and use of firearms if needed.

Cost to Student: $130– This covers cost of book ($30), instructor insurance ($30), certificate, 50 rounds of ammunition, and donation to WSC.

The class will gather in the clubhouse upstairs meeting room. Target practice will use either the indoor or outdoor ranges, depending upon the weather.

Questions to the Education and Training Chair.

9:00 am – 5:00 pm
December 17, 2022 – December 18, 2022

Learn the 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm and earn your Basic Firearms Safety Certification which allows you to apply for the Massachusetts License to Carry. This course combines the State of Massachusetts and United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) curriculum into an energetic and fast paced two-day learning experience appropriate for all skill levels. Sign up here. Details:

Completion and passing of written will give the attendee the Basic Firearms Safety certificate that is required to apply for the Massachusetts LTC
Completion of the class provides the attendee with a certification of completion of the USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
The focus is: The safe and appropriate use of firearms. This major focus is on safety in order to protect the individual, others and our rights including the safe storage, unloading, managing and legalities of all types of firearms
Attendees will learn the fundamentals and mechanical operations of handguns, rifles and shotguns including correct grip, stance, handling, aiming, loading, firing, safing, etc.
Full coverage of both the State of Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety the USCCA Firearms Safety, Home Defense and Concealed Carry including:
* Understanding how to avoid conflict and awareness of your surroundings
* The psychology of violent encounters
* The legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath)
* Home security and home defense
* The use of force and the best way to avoid ever having to use your firearm
Exposure to several different handguns – revolvers, semiautomatics, various sizes
4 hours of live fire intermixed throughout the course

Materials provided: LTC Handouts, USCCA Carry Concealed and Home Defense Book, and use of firearms if needed.

Cost to Student: $130– This covers cost of book ($30), instructor insurance ($30), certificate, 50 rounds of ammunition, and donation to WSC.

The class will gather in the clubhouse upstairs meeting room. Target practice will use either the indoor or outdoor ranges, depending upon the weather.

Questions to the Education and Training Chair.

10 USCCA Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals USCCA Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals 9:00 am – 5:00 pm December 10, 2022 USCCA's Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals is a welcoming and engaging training class created for women who are seeking to begin, improve upon, or add to their firearms skills. With three distinct modules, this course is designed for those who are brand new to firearms and those who are ready to learn more about defensive shooting. This class is open only to WSC members and their families. Sign up here. Basics and fundamentals will be introduced, reviewed, and then built upon, while also exploring: Situational awareness Common types of handguns Ammunition types, malfunctions Firearms handling skills Defensive pistol fundamentals The use of deadly force Concealed carry clothing Carrying when you have children or loved ones around Whether you’ve never touched a firearm, you’re looking for the next steps in your training, or you’ve chosen to learn about the skills, tools, and mindset needed to use firearms for self-defense, you can be prepared to carry confidently every day with tips and techniques from experienced women in the world of firearms. Materials provided: LTC Handouts, USCCA Carry Concealed and Home Defense Book, and use of firearms if needed Cost to Student: $100– This covers cost of book ($30), instructor insurance ($30), certificate, 50 rounds of ammunition, and donation to WSC. The class will gather in the clubhouse upstairs meeting room. Target practice will use either the indoor or outdoor ranges, depending upon the weather. Questions to the Education and Training Chair.

17 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm 9:00 am – 5:00 pm December 17, 2022 – December 18, 2022 Learn the 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm and earn your Basic Firearms Safety Certification which allows you to apply for the Massachusetts License to Carry. This course combines the State of Massachusetts and United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) curriculum into an energetic and fast paced two-day learning experience appropriate for all skill levels. Sign up here. Details: Completion and passing of written will give the attendee the Basic Firearms Safety certificate that is required to apply for the Massachusetts LTC Completion of the class provides the attendee with a certification of completion of the USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals The focus is: The safe and appropriate use of firearms. This major focus is on safety in order to protect the individual, others and our rights including the safe storage, unloading, managing and legalities of all types of firearms Attendees will learn the fundamentals and mechanical operations of handguns, rifles and shotguns including correct grip, stance, handling, aiming, loading, firing, safing, etc. Full coverage of both the State of Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety the USCCA Firearms Safety, Home Defense and Concealed Carry including: * Understanding how to avoid conflict and awareness of your surroundings * The psychology of violent encounters * The legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath) * Home security and home defense * The use of force and the best way to avoid ever having to use your firearm Exposure to several different handguns – revolvers, semiautomatics, various sizes 4 hours of live fire intermixed throughout the course Materials provided: LTC Handouts, USCCA Carry Concealed and Home Defense Book, and use of firearms if needed. Cost to Student: $130– This covers cost of book ($30), instructor insurance ($30), certificate, 50 rounds of ammunition, and donation to WSC. The class will gather in the clubhouse upstairs meeting room. Target practice will use either the indoor or outdoor ranges, depending upon the weather. Questions to the Education and Training Chair.

18 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm 9:00 am – 5:00 pm December 17, 2022 – December 18, 2022 Learn the 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm and earn your Basic Firearms Safety Certification which allows you to apply for the Massachusetts License to Carry. This course combines the State of Massachusetts and United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) curriculum into an energetic and fast paced two-day learning experience appropriate for all skill levels. Sign up here. Details: Completion and passing of written will give the attendee the Basic Firearms Safety certificate that is required to apply for the Massachusetts LTC Completion of the class provides the attendee with a certification of completion of the USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals The focus is: The safe and appropriate use of firearms. This major focus is on safety in order to protect the individual, others and our rights including the safe storage, unloading, managing and legalities of all types of firearms Attendees will learn the fundamentals and mechanical operations of handguns, rifles and shotguns including correct grip, stance, handling, aiming, loading, firing, safing, etc. Full coverage of both the State of Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety the USCCA Firearms Safety, Home Defense and Concealed Carry including: * Understanding how to avoid conflict and awareness of your surroundings * The psychology of violent encounters * The legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath) * Home security and home defense * The use of force and the best way to avoid ever having to use your firearm Exposure to several different handguns – revolvers, semiautomatics, various sizes 4 hours of live fire intermixed throughout the course Materials provided: LTC Handouts, USCCA Carry Concealed and Home Defense Book, and use of firearms if needed. Cost to Student: $130– This covers cost of book ($30), instructor insurance ($30), certificate, 50 rounds of ammunition, and donation to WSC. The class will gather in the clubhouse upstairs meeting room. Target practice will use either the indoor or outdoor ranges, depending upon the weather. Questions to the Education and Training Chair.