Basic Firearms Safety
Beginner - Required for LTC Application
COURSE DETAILS
This comprehensive course provides the training required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to apply for a License to Carry (LTC). Students will gain a strong foundation in firearm safety principles, including safe handling, storage, and transportation of firearms in accordance with Massachusetts law. The discussion portion of the course also covers different types of firearms and ammunition, basic marksmanship fundamentals, and an overview of disengagement and conflict avoidance tactics, suicide prevention, and use-of-force considerations. It concludes with a live fire range session. COURSE OVERVIEW: - The fundamental rules of firearm safety - Massachusetts firearm laws and legal responsibilities - Proper storage and transportation requirements - Firearm types, parts, and operation - Ammunition knowledge and safe handling - Range safety and etiquette - Basic shooting fundamentals (grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control) - Live-fire range session This course meets the state training requirement for an LTC application and a certificate will be issued to you from the state after completion. Whether you are seeking your first license or looking to build confidence and knowledge, this course ensures you leave with the skills and understanding necessary to handle firearms safely and the confidence in taking the next step in the licensing process. COURSE REQUIREMENTS*: - Notebook, pen, and sharpie marker - Weather and range appropriate clothing - hat, sunscreen, etc - Water and snacks DURATION: 6 Hours * All other required equipment and gear will be provided
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE BOOKING OR ATTENDING TRAINING. Firearms training involves inherent risk, including serious bodily injury or death. ASSUMPTION OF RISK You voluntarily assume all risks associated with firearms training, including risks arising from your own actions, other participants, equipment, environmental conditions, and negligence of Lykos Training Center Inc. and its staff, to the fullest extent permitted by Massachusetts law. LIABILITY WAIVER REQUIRED All participants must sign a Firearms Training Agreement – Waiver of Liability & Assumption of Risk before participation. This agreement includes a waiver of claims, including those based on negligence, as allowed by law, and governs the full legal relationship between you and Lykos Training Center Inc. ARRIVAL REQUIREMENT Participants must arrive 30 minutes prior to their scheduled start time to allow for check-in, travel to the range, safety briefing, and preparation. Late arrival may result in denial of participation without refund. SAFETY & REMOVAL POLICY You must follow all safety rules and instructor directions at all times. Lykos Training Center reserves the right to remove any participant immediately, without refund or credit, if safety rules are violated or if the participant is deemed unsafe, impaired, or unfit for training. LEGAL COMPLIANCE You are solely responsible for complying with all federal and Massachusetts firearms laws and ensuring you are legally eligible to participate. NO GUARANTEE OF OUTCOME Participation does not guarantee skill level, certification, employment, or any legal authority to possess or carry firearms. POLICIES INCORPORATED By booking, you agree to all Lykos Training Center policies, including Safety & Range Policy, Booking & Cancellation Policy, Privacy Policy, and Terms & Conditions. MEDIA NOTICE Training may be recorded (photo/video/audio). By participating, you consent to incidental recording and authorize use for business and promotional purposes unless you opt out in writing before training begins. CONFIRMATION By booking or attending a training with Lykos Training Center, you confirm you have read, understood, and agree to this notice and all referenced policies and waiver terms.