Gun For Hire’s Beginner Firearm Course

Beginner Firearm

If you’re a new gun owner wanting to learn how to respect and use a pistol, rifle or shotgun, this is your first step. This is Gun For Hire’s exclusive flagship course which is only available at Gun For Hire. The education goes way beyond the typical text book because of our highly trained instructors who have decades of experience in civilian, law enforcement and military training.

Not only do you learn the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and operating a firearm safely, you  hear first hand examples and life lessons from the best in the industry. This course is about 2 hours long and includes classroom and range time. In addition to skills and attitude you’ll learn the rules for safe gun handling, parts and operation, ammunition, shooting fundamentals, range rules, and continued opportunities for skill development.

Course Details:

• You must have your own firearm and at least 1 box of ammo. The material is suitable for all, including appropriately supervised, mature children. Minimum age is 13 years old with an adult or chaperone.
• The length of the course is approximately 2 hours
• This course is held at Gun For Hire 1267 McBride Ave. Woodland Park, NJ 07424

What to Bring:

• Your own firearm that is registered to you and one box of ammo. If you need additional ammo it can be purchased when you visit the range.
• Course Completion: Students will receive feedback on all live-fire exercises.
• This course is all inclusive: Class – Range Time – Targets – Eye and Ear Protection.
• Please wear comfortable clothing. No open-toed shoes.

What We Will Cover:

• To teach the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for owning and using a firearm safely.
• Pistol, rifle or shotgun knowledge, safe gun handling, ammunition knowledge, fundamentals of shooting, two-handed shooting position, firing the first shots, cleaning, storage, pistol sports and activities.
• Course Completion: Students will receive feedback on all live-fire exercises.

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Course Pricing
$200 for One-on-one
$350 for Semi-private. 
Maximum 2 people per instructor.

Course Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy

Cancellation 2 or more days before the Course:

100% refund on the same payment method used or you can choose the next available course date.

Cancellation is less than 24 hours before the Course
Receive a 50% credit of your purchase price in your Gun For Hire account towards the next available course. This is due to the scheduled staff and course preparation etc.

No Notice of your Cancellation:
If the cancelation is non existent, there is no credit or refund.

Rescheduling Policy Prior To 24 Hours Before Course:

Please choose your date carefully as there will be a $25 fee if you need to reschedule.

Please arrive 15 minutes early, if you are late you must sign up for another available course date and will be charged for a new course.

“He engages the class well and keeps everyone involved.”

Last night I attended the Basic Pistol class with Tony. Even though this class is geared for beginning shooters and I have been a gun owner since 1983, the class was very informative and I learned a lot. Tony has a great teaching style that made learning a serious topic fun and easy to understand. He engages the class well and keeps everyone involved. During the live fire session Anthony worked with me and helped me overcome some bad habits I’ve developed over the years and he also has a nice approach to teaching firearms safety and handling. I also observed both Anthony and Tony taking first-time shooters from nervous first trigger pulls to consistent groupings. Everyone seemed to be having a great time. Last week I also took the UT & FL non-resident CCW courses. He also has a great presentation style and managed to get a room full of applicants trained and processed promptly. Your Gun For Hire  facility is also first class. It’s clean and welcoming. Most indoor ranges I’ve been to are dark and not user-friendly. GFH stands head and shoulders above the competition. Thanks again for offering this opportunity to the public to increase firearms safety and skills. I look forward to another class soon.

Kevin K.

“The minute I walked in we were greeted and welcomed like family.”

“The minute I walked in we were greeted and welcomed like family. I never thought businesses did that anymore it was truly refreshing for my son and I to experience that type of environment. Even the owner came over and welcomed us to the family. We’re new gun owners and didn’t know much about what we bought. I was a bit embarrassed but that was put to rest the minute we met the instructors. Not only did these guys know there stuff they knew how to deliver it to the entire class. I am truly fortunate we began at Gun For Hire. Next up Holster draw! Anthony please feel free to use this on your site or email” – Sincerely John & Sebastian

Sebastian L.

The Best Firearm Instructors

If you’re looking for the best Firearm Instructors delivering the best Firearms Education, Gun For Hire is incomparable.
Since 1992, we have been the Gold Standard for Firearms Training. Our Instructors have over 375 combined years of Military and Police training.
NRA Fact: So many students have trusted us to train them that we are only second to the Boy Scouts of America.
If you have any questions regarding Gun For Hire Courses or you would like to schedule a private lesson, please send Tony Urena our Director of Training an email. We look forward to welcoming you to the family!
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Tony Urena Director of Training

Tony is a United States Navy Veteran as well as a Veteran Law Enforcement Officer with over 25 years of experience. During his illustrious career he was the training officer for his department, and was responsible for their bi-annual qualifications and training for approximately 100 law enforcement officers. Tony was also state certified in all aspects of firearms training which included handguns, shotguns, sub-guns, semi and automatic rifles, as well as scoped rifles. In addition, Tony was qualified to testify as a firearms expert, as well as in the “Use of Force”. Tony is also a high level martial artist, with well over 30 years of training, and was a state certified Defensive Tactics Instructor.

You will not find a more loyal and passionate group of instructors that are so committed to ensuring you feel safe, comfortable and excited. Not only do they have the decades of on the job training they also have decades of teaching and interacting with every level of student.
Let’s get started! Make the call, stop in or shoot us email! We are looking forward to welcoming you to the family.