Learn to safely handle a firearm
Gain confidence and abilities
Know the law
Handle the accessories and learn options
Be safe around children
Saturday, March 14, 2026 from 9 AM to 4 PM in Hollister, Missouri next to Branson
This class is specifically designed for women only and is taught by a female instructor specifically certified to teach women only classes. This unique environment provides a special sense of comfort, comradery and support. This class consists of three parts as described below.
Women’s Firearm Training
- Provide a welcoming, knowledgeable and supportive instructional environment.
- Share the importance of firearms safety, ownership and training.
- Empower you with the knowledge, skills and confidence required to us a handgun safely and
proficiently. - Build the number of responsibly armed women.
- Encourage you to get out of your comfort zone, to adopt the correct mindset for personal
protection and to train and practice regularly.
Part One: Women’s Basic Pistol
- Universal Safety Rules
- Shooting Fundamentals (grip, stance, sight alignment, sight picture, trigger control, breath
control, follow-through) - Clearing a Semi-Automatic
- Shooting
Part Two: Women’s Intermediate Pistol
- Universal Safety Rules
- Cycle of operation
- Review Shooting Fundamentals
- Ammo
- Malfunctions
- Unloading and reloading
- Situational Awareness
Part Three: Women’s Defensive Pistol
- Universal Safety Rules
- Review Shooting Fundamentals
- Mindset
- Targets
- Use of Force
- Being a Responsibly Armed Woman
- Cover vs Concealment
- Voice Commands
- Marksmanship vs Defensive Shooting
- Drawing Technique
- Holsters
- Range Safety and Etiquette
Do not bring any weapons to the class. The instructor will provide safe, inert training devices.
The next class will be on Saturday, March 14 2026, from 9 AM to 4 PM in Hollister, Missouri. The cost is $75.00. You may register for this class with your credit card here.
If you have any questions, call (417) 219-1123 or email us at classes@goodguyacademy.com.