Intro to Rifle

Description

The Pivotal Defense Intro to Rifle course is designed for new rifle owners and those looking to build a solid, no-nonsense foundation in defensive rifle use.

This class focuses on safe gun handling, proper setup, and fundamental rifle skills that carry over to real-world defensive and training environments. Whether you’re brand new to rifles or transitioning from another platform, this course provides the confidence and competence needed to progress safely and effectively.

Course Topics Include:

• Rifle safety and range procedures

• Understanding rifle components and controls

• Proper stance, grip, and body mechanics

• Zeroing fundamentals and basic ballistics

• Reloading techniques (administrative & emergency)

• Malfunction recognition and clearance

• Basic positional shooting

• Equipment setup and sling considerations

• Defensive mindset and responsible rifle use

Who This Class Is For:

• New rifle owners

• Shooters transitioning from handgun to rifle

• Those seeking a structured, fundamentals-based course

• Anyone wanting to build safe, repeatable rifle skills

What You’ll Gain:

• Increased confidence with your rifle

• Strong foundational skills you can build on

• A better understanding of your equipment

• A clear path toward more advanced rifle training

This course emphasizes efficiency, accountability, and safety—not speed for the sake of speed. Our goal is to build shooters who understand why they’re doing something, not just how.

• Rifle (AR-15 or similar semi-automatic rifle)

• Sling (1-point or 2-point)

• Minimum of 3 magazines

• Magazine carrier or chest rig (belt-mounted or simple pouch is acceptable)

• Ammunition (approx. 200 rounds)

• Eye and ear protection

• Baseball cap or brimmed hat (recommended)

• Closed-toe shoes (no sandals)

• Weather-appropriate clothing