170 Basic Rifle

Build a solid foundation. Learn to run your rifle with confidence.

The Gunsite 150 Basic Rifle course is the starting point for anyone who wants to learn the fundamentals of safe, effective rifle shooting. Designed for the new or developing rifle shooter, this course establishes the skills and knowledge needed to confidently operate a rifle and prepares students for more advanced rifle training.

From safe gun handling and rifle operation to the fundamentals of marksmanship, students will learn how to properly load, unload, carry, mount, and fire their rifle. Instruction focuses on building consistent shooting fundamentals from the basic shooting positions, including standing, kneeling, sitting, and prone.

Gunsite Academy, Paulden Arizona

Duration: 3

Prerequisite:
^* No Prerequisite

Cost: $1,425.00

Ammunition Required:
250 rounds of ball ammo

Class Application

170 Basic Rifle

January 22, 2027 - January 24, 2027
November 29, 2027 - December 1, 2027

General Requirements:
Class Requirements

What to Bring to Gunsite Academy:
What to bring videos

Class Application

Class Date(Required)
Name(Required)
(as you would like it to appear on your graduation certificate)
First Middle Last
(Required)
I certify that I have completed a Gunsite Rifle course.
Name Tag - First Name
(If different than above)
Include in the Class Roster?

YES, Please include me

NO, Please do not
Gunsite Graduate?(Required)

New Student

Previous Graduate
T-Shirt Size(Required)
(includes free T-Shirt)
Email(Required)
Enter Email Confirm Email

(All communications for this class will be sent here and is kept confidential)
Secondary Email

Gunsite Newsletter?
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Mailing Address(Required)
Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

(In accordance with ITAR regulations, only US Citizens are accepted to participate in Gunsite courses unless prior arrangements are approved by Gunsite.)
How did you hear about Gunsite?
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Occupation(Required)
Employer
Date of Birth(Required)

Gender(Required)

Male

Female
Dominant Hand(Required)

Right

Left
First Responder/ Military (past or present)?(Required)

Yes (thank you)

No
Primary Firearm for Class (required)
Make(Required)
Model(Required)
Caliber(Required)
Rental?
I am interested in renting firearms / mags
Rental Packages Available
Transition Firearm (if needed)
Transition firearms are required in shotgun, carbine and battle rifle classes only.
Make
Model
Caliber
Ammunition Packages
I would like to order an ammo pack
Includes all required Ball & Frangible (if applicable)
Ammunition Packages
Bringing a Guest?

No Thanks

I would like to buy Guest meals ($60 per guest)
(Includes lunch, dinner and access to auctions, raffles and more!)
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Please enter a number from 1 to 4.
Guest Meals Total
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Gunsite Campground?

I would like to reserve an RV Site ($45/night+tax)

I would like to reserve a Tent Site ($25/night+tax)

No Thanks
Arrival Date(Required)

Departure Date(Required)

Would you like to join us for the FRIDAY NIGHT STEAK FRY?

Yes ($30/pp)

No Thanks
When: 6pm Friday (the day before GAS) Where: At the Big Tent BYOB!
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PAYMENT TERMS:
A deposit of 1/3 (tuition only) is due within 10 days of applying. All remaining balances are due on or before 14 days prior to the first day of class.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
If you cancel a reservation more than 14 days prior to start of class, your deposit is fully refundable or transferable to another class of your choice. If you cancel less than 14 days before your class, One-third (1/3) of your class tuition is non-transferable and non-refundable. Any amount over this 1/3 is fully transferable or refundable (with the exception of GAS) if you cancel prior to class. "No contact, No show" - if a cancellation is not received by email prior to class, 100% of the tuition is forfeit. All GAS reservations cancelled less than 30 days prior are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Read the full policy here.

CREDENTIAL POLICY:
Gunsite Academy, Inc. requires applicants to supply certain documentation prior to participation in training. Acceptance of credential documents is at the sole discretion of Gunsite. Applicant verifies that all credential documentation is true and correct. Gunsite reserves the right to deny training to anyone for any reason. If an application is not accepted, all deposits will be promptly refunded in full… Read the full policy here.

GUILD REWARDS PROGRAM:
Gunsite Academy, Inc. offers an official loyalty program recognizing students who have trained with us across multiple 5-day classes since October 1, 1999. Read the full policy here.
By submitting this application, I understand and agree:

That the credentials to be provided meet the requirements as outlined by Gunsite Academy, Inc., and that I must positively identify myself as the same person certified in the credentials for enrollment.

That Gunsite Academy, Inc.’s operation depends upon the careful control of deadly weapons by each participant; therefore I understand that my instruction may be terminated at any time during the course if my conduct is not deemed satisfactory at the discretion of the staff.

That I will abide meticulously by any and all safety procedures required at Gunsite, and that I agree to sign a statement releasing Gunsite Academy, Inc. from any injury I may sustain during the training program.

I will be at least 18 years of age at the time of class OR will be accompanied by my parent or guardian.

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Gunsite Academy, Paulden Arizona

Duration: 3

Prerequisite:
^* No Prerequisite

Cost: $1,425.00

Ammunition Required:
250 rounds of ball ammo

Class Application

170 Basic Rifle

January 22, 2027 - January 24, 2027
November 29, 2027 - December 1, 2027

General Requirements:
Class Requirements

What to Bring to Gunsite Academy:
What to bring videos

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170 Basic Rifle

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Class Details

Upcoming Dates

170 Basic Rifle

Requirements

Class Application

Primary Firearm for Class (required)

Transition Firearm (if needed)

Student Name

Guest Name

Location Offered

Class Details

Upcoming Dates

170 Basic Rifle

Requirements

Similar Classes Available

Precision Rifle 7

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