Responsible Firearms Ownership

Safety, Handling, and Confidence — Without the Pressure

Owning a firearm carries responsibility — to yourself, your family, and those around you.

Responsible Firearms Ownership is our entry-level, classroom-based firearms education course, designed for anyone who wants to understand firearms safely, responsibly, and confidently, without intimidation or pressure to perform.

This course is calm, structured, and hands-on — focused on education, not tactics — with an optional live-fire range day add-on for those who are ready to take the next step.

This is real education for real life.

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Is This Course for You?

This course is designed for you if:
⊙ You are brand new to firearms
⊙ You’ve been around guns but never had formal instruction
⊙ You want to learn in a calm, no-judgment environment
⊙ You want hands-on learning without pressure to shoot
⊙ You want confidence before stepping onto the range

This course is appropriate for men, women, families, and first-time learners.

No prior experience is required.

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Why Responsible Firearms Ownership Matters

Firearms ignorance increases risk — not just for the owner, but for everyone around them.

Just like CPR or fire safety, firearms safety is a life skill. When taught correctly, it builds:
⊙ Confidence instead of fear
⊙ Discipline instead of uncertainty
⊙ Responsible habits instead of dangerous assumptions

This course emphasizes stewardship, accountability, and care, taught by instructors experienced in training women, men, and children with patience and professionalism.

This is not about fear.
It is about responsibility.

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What You’ll Learn

This is a classroom-first course with hands-on, non-firing firearm familiarization.

Core instruction includes:
⊙ The 4 Universal Firearm Safety Rules
⊙ How firearms function — explained clearly and simply
⊙ Safe handling, loading, and unloading procedures
⊙ Hands-on familiarization with multiple firearm types
⊙ Safe firearm storage — especially in homes with children
⊙ Individual guidance with your own handgun (optional)

Optional Add-On:
⊙ Supervised live-fire range session after lunch
  (when scheduled and available)

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Course Format & What to Expect

⊙ Classroom-based instruction with hands-on firearm handling
⊙ No live fire required for the core course
⊙ Approximately 3–4 hours of instruction
⊙ Calm, structured, and supportive learning environment
⊙ Cold-range policy — no loaded firearms unless instructed

✔ No yelling
✔ No ego
✔ Questions encouraged
✔ Learn at your pace

This course is designed to build confidence first.

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Optional Range Day Add-On (When Available)

For students who wish to apply what they’ve learned:
✔ Supervised, slow-paced live-fire instruction
✔ Reinforcement of safety and fundamentals
✔ Clear coaching with no pressure to perform
✔ Optional participation — attend only if you’re ready

The range portion is optional and scheduled separately when offered.

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Where This Course Fits in Your Training Path

Responsible Firearms Ownership is the required starting point for anyone new to firearms or new to formal firearms training.

It prepares you for:
⊙ Handgun Foundations I
⊙ Women’s Next Level Handgun
⊙ Rifle Foundations / Rifle I
⊙ Independent range practice with confidence

Even if you’ve never touched a firearm, you’ll leave with:

• A clear understanding of safe ownership

• Responsible habits that last

• Confidence to continue training when you’re ready

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Common Questions & Concerns

“What if I’ve never even held a firearm?”
That’s exactly who this course is designed for.

“Will I feel out of place?”
No. This is a welcoming, family-safe, female-friendly environment.

“Do I have to attend the range portion?”
No. The classroom course stands alone.

“Can this meet a court or legal requirement?”
Yes. This course meets the standards for many court-mandated firearms safety classes.

“Is this worth my time?”
Absolutely. These are lifelong skills with real-world consequences.

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Location & Logistics

Training is conducted at:

Cross Valley National Training Center
24661 Vantage Highway
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(Approximately 15 miles east of Ellensburg)

⊙ Check-in begins 30 minutes prior
⊙ This is an indoor class
⊙ Porta-potty restrooms available

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Optional Gear

⊙ Your firearm – unloaded, no ammo will be allowed in the classroom

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Course Details

⊙ DATE: Select from the dropdown menu
⊙ TIME: 9:00 AM start
⊙ FORMAT: ~4 hours classroom
     Optional ~4 hours range (when offered)

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Cancellation Policy

— Full refund or reschedule: 14+ days prior
— 50% refund or reschedule: Less than 14 days prior
— No refund for no-shows without prior communication

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Questions or Ready to Register?

📞 (509) 383-3030
📧 [email protected]
🌐 CrossValley.Training

Start with responsibility.
Build confidence.
Train further when you’re ready.