Circle Ten Council offers NRA Instructor classes in Rifle, Shotgun, Pistol and Muzzleloading (which includes all three for the muzzleloading types of firearms) and Basic Instructor Training (BIT). BIT is required for all new instructors (i.e. someone who doesn't already hold a NRA instructor certification and hasn't taken a BIT course within the last two years - proof is required).
Courses are held throughout the year at different times and locations. Most of the classes are held at Camp Wisdom, usually in the range classroom. However, specific classes may be held at different locations due to facilities available. These classes are required for adults who wish to become a merit badge counselor for either Rifle or Shotgun. NRA Instructor classes are now 2.25 days. Classes start at 6:00 p.m. on Fridays and run until 9:00 or 10:00 p.m., then restart 8:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m.on Saturday and Sunday. Actual end times on all days may vary depending on how much progress is made on the day.
Important Notes
Online registration is required and you are not registered in the class until you pay for the class. Registration for the classes close at the end fo the day the Wednesday prior to the date of the class.
The NRA First Step programs can be used to teach and work on the Rifle and Shotgun merit badges. Teaching aids for using the First Step programs can be found at:
- Rifle - coming soon
- Shotgun - coming soon
Courses
BIT - Basic Instructor Training
This class is required for all students interested in getting their Rifle/Shotgun/Pistol/Muzzleloading Instructor certifications. If you do no already have an instructor rating (in anything) you MUST take this class first before you can take a gun type specific class. This BIT classic must have been taken within the last two years before you take an instructor course. Check Black Pug, the council registration site, for classes.
Rifle/Shotgun
Generally held two to three times a year, classes are Friday night, Saturday and Sunday and are a single discipline. You must have taken BIT within the previous two years of the instructor class being taken. Check Black Pug, the council registration site, for classes.
Pistol
Generally held twice a year. You must have taken BIT within the previous two years of the instructor class being taken. Check Black Pug, the council registration site, for classes.
Muzzleloading
Generally held once a year, this class combines rifle, shotgun and pistol in one certification. You must have taken BIT within the previous two years of the instructor class being taken. Check Black Pug, the council registration site, for classes.
NRA's Three Rules of Gun Safety
- Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
- Always keep the gun unloaded until ready to shoot.
- Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
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