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Firearms instructors in District of Columbia
- Beginner class length
- 4 hoursnational median of 564 classes; too few in District of Columbia
- Beginner class price
- $125national median of 522 classes; too few in District of Columbia
Firearms instructors in District of Columbia
5 firearms instructors in District of Columbia.
New to classes? How long a first class takes and what it costs
| Instructor or school | Course subjects | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Barnes 1st Step Firearms Training LLC Also: gunsmith | Course of Fire for DC SPO / MD ArmedConcealed Carry FundamentalsDC SPO 40 Hour Training Course2,400 min 6 more coursesConcealed Carry Re-certification240 minICE program Course of FirePistol Fundamentals Course480 minOne on One SessionsThe Law of Self Defense in the District240 minRetired Law Enforcement Re-qualification HR-218 | $90The Law of Self Defense in the District · In person |
| Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports | R3 Curriculum (Nine Interactive Learning Modules) | Not listed |
| DC Security Associates LLC Also: gunsmith, shooting range, gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| G&D FFL Also: gun shop, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Guns Out TV Also: shooting range, gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
What a beginner class takes and costs in District of Columbia
Fewer than 10 training providers in District of Columbia list a beginner class price, too few for a state figure. Nationally, the median is $125, from 522 classes.
| District of Columbia | Nationally | |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner class price | Too few listings | $125522 classes |
| Beginner class length | Too few listings | 4 hours564 classes |
| Intro and gun safety, price | Too few listings | $95129 classes |
| Basic pistol, price | Too few listings | $125302 classes |
| Rifle and shotgun basics, price | Too few listings | $16096 classes |
| Women-only classes, price | Too few listings | $10092 classes |
| Private lessons, price | Too few listings | $125125 classes |
| Permit and license classes, price | Too few listings | $130593 classes |
Questions to ask before you book
- Is the class built for first-time shooters, and does it include live fire?
- Who teaches it, and what are their credentials?
- How long is it, and does the price include range time, ammunition, targets and a rental firearm?
- What should you bring: eye and ear protection, your own firearm, or nothing at all?
- How many students does each instructor work with?
- Are there age, accessibility or prerequisite requirements?
From the classes training providers list on their USA Arms pages, in this state and nationwide. A state figure needs 10 providers and 10 classes stating it. Prices are what providers list, not quotes: ask what a price includes. Figures as of October 21, 2026. Read the first-class guide