Classes
Bill's Firearm Training Classes
Bill’s has classes from beginner to advanced, taught by some of the best instructors in the industry. Private instruction is perfect for novice shooters who want to gain comfort, and serious shooters who want to improve their performance. Many classes also available as a private group. Select the class you are interested in from this list for more info. *Some courses may have a prerequisite requirement
Courses
This course is designed to satisfy the Minnesota requirements for handgun proficiency and classroom lecture online. This course will enable the student to apply for their Minnesota, Wisconsin, or North Dakota Carry Permit and Renew current permit. It will help the student train themselves to properly react while carrying a firearm. Students will shoot 50 rounds during this course.
The MN permit is honored in the following states:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
This course is designed to refresh you on the requirements for your renewal. You can apply up to 90
days before the expiration date and NO LATER than 30 days after the expiration of your current permit.
If you apply 31 days after expiration you will need to take the entire Multi-State Carry Course again. You
will need to bring your unloaded cased handgun, along with 50 rounds of factory ammunition to
requalify your Proficiency Test.
This course is approximately 4 Hours. (Class times can vary on the number of students.)
The student is responsible for providing their ammunition. Student can bring their own, or purchase in-
store.
Bill’s Gun Shop and Range Course Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy.
Students must cancel at least 24 hours before the class date and time to receive a refund. Bill’s Gun
Shop and Range is willing to reschedule you one time if you contact Bill’s Gun Shop and Range before
the start time of the course. If you need to be rescheduled an additional time past your first
rescheduling there will be a 25.00 fee. For anyone in non-attendance of the course without contacting
to cancel 24 hours prior or reschedule before the start time of your course, you will forfeit funds paid for
the reservation of the course.
If you are new to handguns or require a refresher on basic handgun skills and handling, look no further.
This course teaches you all you need to know to safely handle and shoot both semi-automatic and
revolver pistols. You will gain the confidence and skills necessary to safely own, operate and use a
handgun. You are provided with all classroom materials, guns (.22 cal / 9mm / 38 revolver), ammunition,
targets, and hearing and eye protection.
This course is approximately 4 Hours. (Class times can vary on the number of students)
Bill’s Gun Shop and Range Course Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy.
Students must cancel at least 24 hours before the class date and time to receive a refund. Bill’s Gun
Shop and Range is willing to reschedule you one time if you contact Bill’s Gun Shop and Range before
the start time of the course. If you need to be rescheduled an additional time past your first
rescheduling there will be a 25.00 fee. For anyone in non-attendance of the course without contacting
to cancel 24 hours prior or reschedule before the start time of your course, you will forfeit funds paid for
the reservation of the course.
This Multi-state carry training course is designed to meet/exceed the application training requirements
of the following states allowing you to apply for a permit from any/all* of them.
Minnesota (Permit to carry a Pistol)
Wisconsin* (Concealed weapons permit)
Florida (Concealed Weapon or Firearms License)
New Hampshire (Concealed Carry Permit)
* You must be a Wisconsin Resident to obtain a Wisconsin Concealed Weapons Permit. Wisconsin does
not offer non-resident Concealed Weapons Permits.
This course is designed using Minnesota Statutes and requirements. Other states’ laws and
requirements may differ.
THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY-LEVEL CLASS! BASIC HANDGUN EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED. If you can not load your magazine or cycle your firearm you will be disqualified. THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY-LEVEL CLASS!
Topics covered include:
Handgun Basics
Mental Preparation
Shooting Fundamentals
Use of Deadly Force
Conflict Avoidance
Basic Tactics
Proficiency test
You MUST HAVE a firearm and 50 rounds of ammunition for the class.
We suggest that you bring your cased and unloaded handgun, along with 50 rounds or more of factory
ammunition. You may rent a firearm for $15.00 but remember, you must be able to safely operate the
firearm and have a working knowledge of its safety features. We strongly recommend renting the model
before your course date to familiarize yourself with the firearm. The course is approximately 6 hours
long. The cost is $99.00 which includes classroom materials, range fee, targets, and hearing and eye
protection.
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be given a certificate of training. A copy of this
certificate of training will be used to apply for each of the above state permits. Each state has different
applications as well as application requirements and fees. This will be further discussed in class.
The class is approximately 6 hours. (Class times can vary on the number of students.)
The student is responsible for providing their ammunition. Student can bring their own, or purchase in-
store.
Bill’s Gun Shop and Range Course Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy.
Students must cancel at least 24 hours before the class date and time to receive a refund. Bill’s Gun
Shop and Range is willing to reschedule you one time if you contact Bill’s Gun Shop and Range before
the start time of the course. If you need to be rescheduled an additional time past your first
rescheduling there will be a 25.00 fee. For anyone in non-attendance of the course without contacting
to cancel 24 hours prior or reschedule before the start time of your course, you will forfeit funds paid for
the reservation of the course.
Private group training is available for groups of 6-12 students interested in our Basic, Carry, Intermediate, and/or Advanced courses. Instruction options are not limited and may include elements of several of our other courses.
Fee includes:
- Classroom materials
- Range fee
- Hearing and eye protection
- Ammunition (For Basic Only)
- Firearm rental (For Basic Only)
- Targets are extra
With 6 students registered, 15% off student rate on every course. Discount applies to each student.
Courses are 4-8 hours.
Private group training requests are available with a 72-hour/3 business days notice only. Requested time and date submitted below are not guaranteed. Bill’s needs 3 business days to coordinate with an instructor. This day is subject to change and will be discussed with you personally within 3 business days.
Contact our Office Administration for more information: classes@billsgs.com or Call 763.533.9594
Private instruction is perfect for novice shooters who want to gain comfort, and serious shooters who want to improve their performance.
Instructor Fee: $75/per hour; 2 hour minimum. Each additional student is $75.
Fee includes: Classroom materials, range fee, firearm rental, hearing & eye protection.
Ammunition and targets are extra.
One–on–one private instruction requests are available with a 72-hour/3 business days notice.
Requested time and date submitted below are not guaranteed. Bill’s needs 3 business days to coordinate with an instructor. This day is subject to change and will be discussed with you personally within 3 business days.
Contact our Office Administration for more information: classes@billsgs.com or Call 763.533.9594