Connecticut State Pistol Permit Course
You must sign up prior to the class date to reserve your seat.
This is a classroom and range live-fire course that will certify you to apply for your resident or non-resident Connecticut State Pistol Permit. Our certified instructors will cover the safe handling and operation of many types of modern firearms. Students will develop the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for the safe handling, operation, and storage of firearms and ammunition in the home, and proper transportation of firearms outside the home.
Classes are held select Sundays monthly. Students will be escorted to the range at the conclusion of the class for the live fire portion, weather permitting (the range is outdoors, so please dress accordingly).
This course is $250.00 per person. Upon completion you will receive your NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course Certificate. This course will also include covering the CT DESPP standardized PowerPoint, in accordance with Public Act 23-53 which will be required for all applications submitted on or after July 1st, 2024.
NOTE: Our training facility is not wheelchair accessible. If you require handicap accessibility, please email info@pioneervalleyarms.com to inquire about private class options.
For class cancellation policies, please visit https://pioneervalleyarms.com/store-policies/
Next Scheduled CT Sunday Classes
Sunday, June 8, 2025, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday, July 27, 2025, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday, September 7, 2025, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
If A Class Date Is Not Selectable, That Class Is Fully Enrolled With No Further Seats Available
Our certified instructors will cover subjects such as:
- gun safety rules
- proper operation of revolvers and semi-automatic pistols
- ammunition knowledge and selection
- handgun selection and storage
- shooting fundamentals
- handgun inspection and maintenance
- marksmanship
- shooting range safety
- safe storage in the home and in vehicles
- lawful use of firearms
- lawful carrying of firearms in public
NOTE: Our training facility is not wheelchair accessible. If you require handicap accessibility, please email info@pioneervalleyarms.com to inquire about private class options.
For class cancellation policies, please visit https://pioneervalleyarms.com/store-policies/
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