Now Offering Training
We’re proud to now offer training at River Valley Arms & Ammo!
We’re so excited to share our passion of firearms, personal protection, and shooting sports with you! Below is a list that will continue to grow of courses that we currently offer. To check available dates and sign up for a course, visit our Training page or email us at heather@rivervalleyarms.com!
Have a group that’s interested in a concealed carry class?
Great! Contact us to make arrangements! We will come onsite to conduct the course as long as appropriate facilities are available!
View the RVAA Training Calendar
Concealed Carry Classes
This is an 8 hour course with both classroom instruction as well as a range element. This course is for individuals who have a basic familiarization with firearms and wish to defend themselves and others. This course teaches about the use of deadly force, Minnesota state permit to carry laws, and safe carry practices.
If you are concerned that you do not have a basic familiarization with firearms, please consider taking our Handgun Fundamentals course or our Firearms Fundamentals course prior to taking the Concealed Carry Class. The Concealed Carry class is designed to teach you about personal defense, not shooting or basic firearm skills. **Ask about the $25 discount on a Concealed Carry class if you take a Fundamentals course!
Students are required to bring their own handgun (preferably the firearm you are considering for carry use) and 100 rounds of ammunition. You may bring any caliber of handgun but keep in mind we will be firing 100 rounds for the range portion of the course. Due to the difficulty in finding ammo at this time, we understand if you are unable to locate 100 rounds. If this is the case, you are still able to complete the course but please contact us to make arrangements. A holster for your weapon is strongly recommended.
**If you do not have access to a handgun or ammunition is an issue, please contact us to make arrangements prior to the course.
You can register and pay for your course by purchasing this class through the below links. River Valley Arms & Ammo will contact you by email to confirm the date of the training.
Concealed Carry Course (General) – $125
Concealed Carry Course for Women – $125
Concealed Carry Renewal Course – $75
Concealed Carry Renewal Course for Women – $75
Firearm Fundamentals
This is a 2-4 hour course depending on the needs of the customer. This course offers both a classroom and range element. This course will cover the fundamentals of firearms including handgun, rifle and shotgun. It will cover safe handling practices, loading and unloading, and more. **Ask about the $25 discount on a Concealed Carry class if you take a Fundamentals course!
You can register and pay for your course by purchasing this class through the below links. River Valley Arms & Ammo will contact you by email to confirm the date of the training.
2 hour course – $50
3 hour course – $75
4 hour course – $100
Women Only Firearm Fundamentals Courses
2 hour course – $50
3 hour course – $75
4 hour course – $100
Handgun Fundamentals
This is a 2-4 hour course depending on the needs of the customer. This course offers both a classroom and range element. This course will cover the fundamentals of handguns including safe handling practices, loading and unloading, and more. **Ask about the $25 discount on a Concealed Carry class if you take a Fundamentals course!
You can register and pay for your course by purchasing this class through the below links. River Valley Arms & Ammo will contact you by email to confirm the date of the training.
2 hour course – $50
3 hour course – $75
4 hour course – $100
Women Only Handgun Fundamentals Course
2 hour course – $50
3 hour course – $75
4 hour course – $100
NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO)
This is a 9 hour classroom course. Upon completion of this course, students who meet the standards will receive NRA certification for Range Safety Officer. This course is designed to train participants to be a Range Safety Officer. Many organizations, such as 4-H, offer shooting sports. Range Safety Officers help to maintain an safe environment at firearms and shooting events.
You can register and pay for your course by purchasing this class through the below link. River Valley Arms & Ammo will contact you by email to confirm the date of the training.
