Ohio CCW / Basic Pistol: (Ohio Concealed Carry) - This is a dual purpose course, which primarily follows the NRA's Basic Pistol agenda. It can be taken by anyone seeking to enhance basic handgun knowledge. This course covers the requirements set by Ohio, with a strong emphasis on safety and marksmanship fundamentals. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have the training needed to apply for their CCW permit should they wish to.
We encourage you to bring your own firearm if you have one that is suitable for concealed carry. However you are not required to bring your own firearm. Everything you need for the class will be provided for you (firearm usage, ammo, targets, ear and eye protection).

Pre Course Requirements: You must be at least 21 years of age and legally qualified to own a firearm in Ohio.

Includes:
  • Safety & Marksmanship Fundamentals

  • Ammunition

  • Cleaning & Safe Storage

  • Legal Overview By Attorney Ken Hanson

  • Range Exercises Including Low Light Shooting

  • Written Test


  • Ammunition: Provided

  • Firearm: Provided, If Needed

  • Length: 12 Hours

  • Cost: $150

  • Class Size: 12-18 Students



  • Note: Food is not provided, however we do have beverage and snack machines. If you pack a lunch, we can put it in our refrigerator for you. We also have a microwave for your convenience, as well.


    To register for the CCW class, call Black Wing Shooting Center at 740.363.7555 or stop by and sign up.

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    Handgun Clinic: This course provides new shooters with a solid foundation of handgun basics. You will learn the operations and fundamentals of shooting a .22 caliber pistol, which we will provide, as well as participate in safe, organized range exercises.
    Includes:
  • Handgun Safety

  • Operating a handgun

  • Fundamentals of Shooting

  • Range exercises


  • Ammunition: Provided

  • Firearm: Provided

  • Length: 3 hours

  • Cost: $55

  • Class Size: 4-12 Students



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    Defensive Handgun: Participants in this course will learn and develop the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun, for personal protection of self and family, by building on skills already learned. Course participants must be experienced shooters. Students must have proof of completed Basic Pistol, CCW permit or equivalent, or must demonstrate competence as determined by instructor.


    Pre Course Requirements: You must be at least 21 years of age and legally qualified to own a firearm in Ohio. Students must have proof of completed Basic Pistol, CCW permit or equivalent, or must demonstrate competence as determined by instructor.
    Includes:
  • Safety/fundamentals review

  • Mindset, Mental Awareness/Preparation

  • Cover and Concealment

  • Standing, Kneeling & Low light

  • Defensive Accuracy
  • Responding to Violent Confrontation

  • Multiple Targets and Reloading

  • Ammunition required: 200-250 Rounds (Factory Ammo)

  • Firearm: Required

  • Length: 8 Hours

  • Cost: $200

  • Class Size: 4-6 Students



  • Note: Quality strong side hip holster, a dual (or two single) magazine carrier(s), and three magazines are required. Knee pads recommended.

    Note: Food is not provided, however we do have beverage and snack machines. If you pack a lunch, we can put it in our refrigerator for you. We also have a microwave for your convenience, as well.

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    Defensive Shotgun: This insightful course demonstrates the capabilities and limitations of this common, yet misunderstood home defense weapon. Classroom instruction and live-fire range exercises will keep your attention throughout.

    Pre Course Requirements: You must be at least 21 years of age and legally qualified to own a firearm in Ohio.


    Includes:
  • Safety/Fundamentals Review

  • Shotguns and Ammunition

  • Shooting Techniques

  • Long Gun Retension

  • Ammunition Required: See Note Below

  • Firearm: See Note Below

  • Length: 4 Hrs

  • Cost: $100

  • Class Size: 4-6 Students



  • Note: Shotguns and ammunition required. Shotgun must be 12 or 20 gauge with 24" or shorter barrel and a buttstock (no pistol grip only). You will also require 25 rounds of 00 - 0000 buckshot and 5 rounds of slugs.

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    Refuse To Be A Victim: Develop your own personal safety strategy. Personal safety is not always convenient. You must consciously integrate the options you choose into everyday life until good habits are formed. Remember, criminals prefer easy targets. The more difficult a target you present, the less likely you are to become a victim. This seminar is for those seeking non-firearms related, pro-active self defense strategies. This seminar is held monthly.

    Pre Course Requirements: None

    Includes:
  • Personal Security

  • Personal Protection Devices

  • Home and Auto Safety Strategies

  • Length: 3.5 Hrs

  • Cost: $40

  • Class Size: 10-30 Students



  • Note: Please call or email for special group scheduling and pricing.

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    Beginning Shotgun Clinic: This clinic is a regularly scheduled event for those seeking beginning instruction in trap and skeet. Classes are held weekly. Pre-registration is not required, but encouraged.


    Includes
  • Safety
  • Shotgun Shooting Fundamentals

  • Skeet and Trap OverView

  • Ammunition

  • Time on the Trap Range


  • Ammunition: Provided

  • Firearm: Provided

  • Length: 2 hours

  • Cost: $55
  • Class Size: 10 Students



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    Advanced Shotgun Clinic: This is available for trap, skeet and 5-stand. The cost is $75.00/hr plus ammunition, targets and shotgun rental (if needed) for individuals. Please call to make arrangements and/or to inquire about group pricing. By appointment only.

    To set up an appointment, call Black Wing Shooting Center at 740.363.7555 or stop by.



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    Youth 22 cal. Rifle Clinic This course covers basic safety and the fundamentals of .22 caliber small bore rifles. All firearms, ammunition, eye and ear protection are provided.

    Participants should be 10 years or older. The cost instruction is $50 for 1.5 hours and is available by appointment through private instruction only.



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    Private Instruction (Handgun, Rifle & Shotgun): Private Instruction is available in many different areas such as the following:
    • Advanced Concealed Carry Techniques
    • Trap, Skeet or 5-stand Instruction
    • Handgun Shooting Fundamentals
    • Youth Rifle & Handgun
    • And More...
    If you are interested in one-on-one training, our professionally trained instructor staff can assist you. Small groups can also be accommodated. All private instruction is available by appointment only. The cost of this dedicated instruction is $55.00/hr for basic instruction and $75.00/hr for advanced instruction.
    Ammunition, targets and firearm rental charges are not included and will also apply if needed.
    Please call Black Wing Shooting Center at 740.363.7555 or stop by to make arrangements.

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    Beginning Youth Camp:

    This is a two day camp for young novice shooters that covers basic safety and marksmanship fundamentals. The camp will cover 22 rifles on the indoor range the first day and shotgun shooting on the trap range the second day. Both days will include classroom time covering safety and fundamentals. All firearms, ammo, eye and ear protection will be provided. Lunch will be provided both days. At the end of each day there will be a competition that parents can observe. BWSC certificates, T-shirts and awards will be given at the end of the second day. The camp is limited to 12 kids, ages 10yrs and up. Cost of the camp is $125.

    Camp 1 - Wednesday & Thursday June 20th & 21st from 10am to 3pm
    Camp 2 -Wednesday & Thursday July 11th & 12th from 10am to 3pm
    Camp 3 -Wednesday & Thursday August 15th & 16th from 10am to 3pm

    Please call 740-363-7555 to register for any of these classes. Class size is limited and may fill quickly.

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