Top 10 Reasons More People Should Conceal Carry

1: To Protect Your Family

2: You Don’t Have Time To Wait For The Police

3: You Can’t Rely On Someone Else To Save You

4: Deterrence

5: Violent Criminals Are Out There

6: You’ll Develop A Greater Respect For Firearms

7: You Gain The Tactical Advantage In Dangerous Situations

8: You Become More Aware of Your Surroundings

9: You Are In An High-Crime Area

10: Because It’s Your Right

Bear Arms student level firearm training courses offer hands-on, in-person training for the beginner to advanced student.   Our  unique teaching methodology and variety of offerings enhances the learning experience so that students get more out of their education. Focus is on safe firearm handling, storage, maintenance, and shooting techniques for accuracy.  Educated gun owners make our communities safer for everyone!

Concealed carry is legal for residents with a Nevada Firearm permit and for non-residents with a license/permit from a state Nevada honors. To apply for a Concealed Firearm Permit, a person must be 21 (18 for military), complete an approved course in firearm safety and demonstrate competence (qualify) with any handgun. Both residents and non-residents can obtain permits. Some areas are off-limits, such as school premises, including parking lots, and inside public airports. In terms of reciprocity, Nevada recognizes permits from states that meet specific criteria and maintains the list on its website.

27 STATES HONORED

33 RECIPROCATING STATES 

NRA Personal Protection

 Outside the Home (PPOTH)

NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home (PPOTH) is an in-person intermediate level course for students who are interested in protecting themselves and their family while carrying a firearm in public. This objective-based course explores important concealed carry concepts including how to develop a defensive mindset, cover & concealment principles, holstering options for maximum efficiency, concealed carry laws, how to travel with your firearm, when you can shoot for protection of self and others, proper interaction with the police after an incident, aftermath preparation, basic tactical reloading & defensive shooting drills.  Required prerequisites must be completed prior to taking this course.  Students will need a pistol, 250 rounds of factory ammunition (guns and ammunition is not allowed in the classroom), eye & ear protection (prescription eyewear acceptable), hip or appendix  holster, snap caps, 2 extra magazines, and a positive attitude.  Upon successfully passing this course, including knowledge exam and shooting drills, students will meet NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home national standards and will earn an official certificate of completion.  Approximately 14 hours including live fire training.

NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting (ILT)

NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting (ILT) is an in-person beginner level firearm safety course - not a marksmanship or concealed carry  class.  We recommend this course for those who are new to pistols, have limited experience, or want a refresher on basic pistol safety concepts. This objective-based class explores the important facets of firearm ownership including safe gun handling, ammunition, maintenance, storage, and basic shooting techniques.  Continued opportunities for skill development will be discussed.  Students will need a pistol (.22 caliber or greater), 100 rounds of factory ammunition (ammunition is not allowed in the classroom), eye & ear protection (prescription eyewear acceptable), and a positive attitude.  Upon successfully passing this course, including basic knowledge exam and shooting lesson, students will meet NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting national standards and will earn an official certificate of completion.  Approximately 8 hours including live fire training.  A welcome letter will be emailed within 48 hours of registration.