Stop The NRA

Who Should Take It?

Folks who like teaching as much as shooting. Club members who end up helping new shooters every month. Parents who want to teach safe habits at home and at the range. If you just want to shoot a lot, this course will feel slow. It’s a course on teaching, not on speed runs.

Is It Worth It?

For me, yes. Strong yes. I wanted a safe, clear way to help beginners. I got that. I also got feedback on my own demos. I still use the same three-step coaching cues I learned that weekend. Score: 8 out of 10. Knocked down for dated slides and admin hassle. Big points for structure, safety, and real coaching practice. If you go, show up with an open mind, good ears, and a clean pistol. The rest will fall into place.

Do They Stack Well?

Yes, if you get them near spot. No, if you chase every fancy version with a big premium. I don’t treat these like my core stack. For that, I buy American Silver Eagles and plain generics when premiums are calm. The NRA pieces sit in my “theme” box. They’re perfect gifts too. I gave the 150 Years round to my uncle for his shop shelf. It’s a good conversation starter.

Did I Get Better?

Yes. My groups got tighter. More than that, I felt in control. My last string was the best of the day—ten clean hits in a calm rhythm. I walked off the line tired and proud, like after a good run. That feeling mattered as much as the holes in the paper.