This course includes classroom and range time learning to how to teach the sport of shooting rifles. Instructor Candidates learn how to teach the NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; rifle parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; range rules; shooting from the bench rest, prone, sitting, standing and kneeling positions; cleaning, and continued opportunities for skill development. Instructor Candidates will receive the NRA Basic Rifle Instructor Manual, Basics of Rifle Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, take a Basics of Rifle Shooting Instructor Examination, and course completion card.

In order to take this course, you must pass the pre-qualification test which includes firearms safety, shooting evaluation etc. This will be offered during the class. You also must have had NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) within the last 2 years. If you don’t have BIT, it is offered on Thursday May 28th through a separate signup on the calendar.

Please arrive at least 20 minutes early to sign in and receive course materials.

To be eligible for the 50% off, RATA Event Discount, Scouts are Trustworthy and agree to the following terms:

Sign up for as many of the RATA Training classes that you want to take in 2026, before or after the events you help with.

Actually help fun ranges at any 2 Council/District RATA events in 2026. One day at two events or two days at one event.

Shootzenfest, Fall Camporees, Summer Camp, Open Shoots, Merit Badges, RATA Program, Cowboy Actions, etc.

If for any reason you do not help, you agree to pay back all (0 days help) or half (1 day help) of the training discounts.

Bring a large 3-ring binder, pen, pencil (for the test), highlighter, and note paper.

Bring your NRA member card/number or your NRA Instructor number/card if you have one.

Breakfast and lunch and dinner will be provided Friday & Saturday.

You are welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages.

Please let us know if you have any food allergies or require any special accommodations.

The session will start Friday morning at 8:00AM and conclude Saturday evening about 9pm.

As this is held during Summer Camp Staff training, participants (including instructors) will need to bring their own tents and Sleeping gear.

Please remember NRA Instructor Courses are performance-based courses, Instructor Candidates must possess the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for this level of training. You do not pay and automatically pass Instructor training. You pay to have the opportunity to pass.