This course is for participants with basic marksmanship skills. The Academy regards these as knowledge of grip, sight picture and trigger control from any of the shooting sports or disciplines. Above all, we require safe gun handling and range etiquette at all times. We accept minors who are accompanied by parent or legal guardian and will comply with these conditions.
Seniors are also welcome.
No one is required to perform any physical activity which they feel incapable of or unsafe doing. The Chapman Academy course objectives are to teach students to shoot effectively, to move quickly, and to use cover. Shooting effectively is being able to hit what is being aimed at regardless of circumstance. Moving quickly includes drawing, reloading, and moving to cover. Using cover at every opportunity is a key element of defensive shooting.