A comfortable first step. Learn the fundamentals of firearm safety with clear explanations, patient instruction, and room for every question.
Two hours of live online education. No range session included.
This class meets live on Zoom.
Explore the themes behind your introduction to responsible firearm ownership. Bring your curiosity—we’ll make space for your questions.
Begin with core firearm-safety principles and the responsibilities that come with ownership. Clear explanations help you understand the importance of safe handling, awareness, and asking for guidance.
A thoughtful starting point for beginnersGet introduced to common handgun terminology, parts, and controls. Build a vocabulary that helps you ask better questions and make sense of future instruction.
Clear explanations, at a beginner’s paceExplore responsible-ownership considerations, including secure storage and preventing unauthorized access. Think about the questions that matter in your household and discuss them with your instructor.
Education that extends beyond the rangeUse the live format to ask about what you’re learning, clear up unfamiliar ideas, and discuss your next training step. There is room to start wherever you are.
Live conversation with an instructor
You don’t need prior firearm experience to join. Our live virtual firearm safety class gives you a welcoming place to learn before deciding what comes next.
Start with everyday explanations. You’re welcome even if the terminology is completely new.
Attend two hours of instructor-led education on Zoom, with a device and connection that support the meeting.
Live questions are part of this class. Tell your instructor what you’re hoping to understand.
Your first step can be straightforward. Choose the live Basic Pistol appointment and follow your booking instructions.
Open the booking calendar for the $75 Basic Pistol class. Review the available appointment details before completing your registration.
View the class calendar ↗Set aside two hours and a comfortable place to listen. Follow your booking instructions for joining the session, and bring the questions you want to discuss.
Ask a scheduling question ↗Build your foundation through live instruction. If supervised range practice is your next goal, explore a separate beginner package or private lesson.
Explore the next training step ↗Need help deciding whether this is the right starting point? Our team can talk it through with you.
Call 703-835-0692 ↗The Basic Pistol class costs $75 and includes two hours of live instruction on Zoom. The class focuses on beginner firearm-safety education and gives you time to ask questions.
This option is taught live on Zoom with an instructor. You can ask questions during the session. Choose the Basic Pistol appointment through the booking link on this page.
Yes. No previous firearm experience is required. This class is designed as an introductory step for people who want clear explanations of firearm safety and responsible ownership.
This is online education only and does not include a range session. For supervised in-person practice, explore our beginner training packages or private range instruction.
This Basic Pistol option focuses on introductory firearm education. Trouble Defense offers a separate Virginia concealed carry course. Review that course if permit training is your goal.
Use “View dates & book” to open the Basic Pistol booking calendar. Review your appointment details and follow the instructions for your session. For questions about scheduling or joining, call 703-835-0692 or email info@troubledefense.com.
Join our live online Basic Pistol class with an instructor and take a thoughtful first step toward responsible firearm ownership.
Online education. Range training is separate.
