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Brand new owner, totally lost on what 'training' even means — where do I start?

Rangium Community TeamStarter contentMay 9, 2026

Everyone here says 'get training, get training,' which I 100% want to do, but I don't even know what kinds exist. Is the concealed carry class enough? Do I need a separate fundamentals class? What's a defensive course versus just marksmanship? I don't want to waste money on the wrong thing or accidentally pay for some mall-ninja LARP weekend. Can someone lay out a sane progression for a complete beginner?

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Don't skip dry fire between classes. Training only sticks if you practice the reps at home afterward, otherwise you're paying to forget.
Vet the instructor, not the flashy name. Ask what their resume is, talk to past students, and avoid anyone selling fantasy. A good local fundamentals class is gold.
Look for an NRA or USCCA basic course near you to start. Boring name, solid foundation, and it'll tell you what to pursue next.
The carry class teaches you the law and minimums to pass, NOT how to actually shoot well. They're different things, take both.
Order I'd suggest: basic pistol/fundamentals first, then your carry permit class (legal stuff), then a defensive pistol 1 course once your fundamentals are solid.