Basic AR Platform / Beginners Course

This course is for the new or beginner AR platform shooter and owner. Students learn the history, design and function of the AR platform rifle, along with field stripping, maintenance, ammunition selection, sight adjustment and zeroing, and weapons handling. Course time also covers firing positions, the fundamentals of marksmanship, loading and unloading, and clearing malfunctions. Students will assemble and disassemble their AR platform, zero sights, conduct live fire exercises, and conclude with a session on weapon maintenance.

Topics covered

• History
• Nomenclature
• Function
• Weapons handling
• Ammunition types
• Zeroing
• Dry fire drills
• Live fire drills
• Gun care and maintenance

What to bring

• Serviceable AR platform (limited rentals available)
• 100 rounds minimum ammunition (limited ammunition available for purchase)
• Minimum of 2 magazines
• Safety glasses
• Ear protection
• Range appropriate attire
• No open toe shoes or sandals

Session time 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This class is currently on hold; 2026 dates to be announced.

A non-refundable deposit (or full payment) is required to secure your spot. You may change your class date once without repaying the deposit. All payments are non-refundable, and missed classes without advance notice may forfeit your registration.

Extreme Exigency Training Academy / Shooting Park, 9911 River Bend Road, Benton, Illinois 62812.