Attention: Current Curriculum Still Being Accepted!
UPDATE: Our current Basic Firearm Safety curriculum has been updated in accordance with the new mandatory training materials, and will still be approved and accepted as of April 2 of 2026. Please Click Here for More Information.
Until the regulations related to live-fire have been finalized, live fire does not need to be included in a Basic Firearm Safety course.
Our standard course cost will remain at $149.00 per person until the state has announced live fire is mandatory, or it is required by a significant number of our local licensing authorities.
Please make sure to submit your application in a timely manner!
Massachusetts Approved Basic Firearms Safety Course
You must sign up prior to the class date to reserve your seat.
This is a classroom course that will certify you to apply for your Massachusetts Class A License to Carry or Massachusetts FID Card through your local police department. 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. Live fire will only be provided if required by your licensing authority. Any students that require live fire for their application will be escorted to the range at the conclusion of the class, weather permitting (the range is outdoors, so please dress accordingly).
This course is $149.00 per person. Upon completion you will receive a guide to access and download your Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety Certificate, as well as a $15.00 Coupon valid towards your first firearm purchase.
NOTE: Our training facility is not wheelchair accessible. If you require handicap accessibility, please email info@pioneervalleyarms.com to inquire about private class options.
Parking is available at 173 Shaker Road, as well at in front of DiMauro Carpet & Tile at 185 Shaker Road.
For class cancellation policies, please visit https://pioneervalleyarms.com/store-policies/
Next Scheduled MA Sunday Classes
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Course Outline:
- Rules for Safe Gun Handling
- Identifying and Loading/Unloading Different Firearms
- Ammunition Identification
- Ammunition Selection for Self Defense
- Ammunition Malfunctions
- Malfunction Clearance Procedures
- Massachusetts Laws for Purchase and Possession
- Proper Storage of Firearms in the Home
- Transportation of Firearms
- Suicide Prevention and Injury Reduction Education
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Laws Governing Use of Force in the Commonwealth
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Disengagement and Conflict Avoidance Tactics
- Licensing and Application Process
Can’t Make It to a Sunday Class?
Prefer One on One Instruction, or a Small Group of Friends and Family?
Call 413-224-2400 and inquire about our PRIVATE COURSES!
¡Clases privadas también disponibles en español!
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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