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The Preserve AcademyThe Preserve Academy Firearms Safety Training

The Preserve Academy, located at The Preserve Resort & Spa, offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Firearms Safety, Tactical Training, Martial Arts and Survival, and so much more. Our faculty was hand-picked from America’s most accomplished professionals in a host of relevant disciplines. Collectively boasting in excess of 25 years of experience, the faculty includes military veterans, law enforcement and S.W.A.T. operators, active and retired ICU physicians and nurses, and multi-degree black belt holders. They pride themselves in working with enrollees at all skill levels, from novice to expert. Law enforcement training and certifications available. Contact us today.

Wednesday March 20
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Carbine Rifle (200)
Thursday March 21
Saturday March 23
9:30 am - 1:30 pm Ladies Pistol (200)
Sunday March 24
9:30 am - 5:30 pm NRA Chief Range Safety Officer Class Last Few Tickets
Wednesday March 27
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm RI Pistol Permit & MA License To Carry Sold Out
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OCTOBER 12 SATURDAY

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NOVEMBER 9 SATURDAY

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DECEMBER 7 SATURDAY

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JANUARY 21 SUNDAY

We Are Open 7 Days A Week

With over 25 years of law enforcement experience; you will learn from experienced instructors who will help you enhance your skill set, increase your knowledge and raise your self-confidence!

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Ladies Only

Covers firearm safety and shooting fundamentals in the classroom and then it’s off to the range. We cover grip, stance, and more…

CCW Permits

Overview of the Rhode Island pistol permit application, carrying a concealed firearm in Rhode Island, firearms safety, and more.

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Firearms Safety

Students learn NRA’s rules for safe gun handling, pistol parts and operation, ammunition, shooting fundamentals; range rules…

NRA Instructors

NRA instructor certifications in Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Home Firearm Safety, Chief Range Safety Officer, Personal Protection…

Classes provided for all skill levels.

Register early as class space is limited.

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Youth Handgun Safety Classes

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Full day Classes include sandwiches and refreshments.

Our Courses

We pride ourselves in teaching firearm safety and shooting skills to both beginners and professionals. Come learn in a comfortable environment with experienced instructors who are patient, dedicated and knowledgeable in all aspects of firearms instruction.

March 2024
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March
Wednesday

Carbine Rifle (200)
  • SEO Excerpt: Transition from Rifle to Pistol - This intermediate course will take your carbine rifle skills to the next level while implementing pistol shooting skills during your course of fire. This curriculum builds on Carbine 100 and Carbine 101 and includes numerous rifle-to-pistol transition drills that will increase your shooting ability and skill set.

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
21
March
Thursday

USCCA Intro to Defensive Shooting Fundamentals Class
  • SEO Excerpt: USCCA Intro to Defensive Shooting Fundamentals - It is time to learn a new approach to shooting! Intro to Defensive Shooting Fundamentals focuses on using your firearm for lawful self-defense while incorporating what your body does naturally under stress. These intuitive shooting techniques are easy to learn and allow new shooters to perform effectively at a distance where many violent encounters occur. If your goal is to learn how to use a firearm as a last resort in a dynamic critical incident, this is the class for you!

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
23
March
Saturday

Ladies Pistol (200)
  • SEO Excerpt: Sorry guys, this one is for ladies only! This six (6) hour class reviews firearm safety and continues to build on your previous shooting skills. We review phase one (1) malfunctions, We also learn about phase two (2) malfunctions, begin shooting from behind cover, and begin moving and shooting in a safe, controlled environment. If you are looking to improve your shooting skills and continue to grow as a shooter, this is the next step after Ladies Pistol 101.

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
24
March
Sunday

NRA Chief Range Safety Officer Class Last Few Tickets
  • SEO Excerpt: This is the NRA Chief Range Safety Officer class. You MUST have completed NRA BIT training in the last 2 years. Here is your chance to be an NRA Chief Range Safety Officer and teach the NRA Basic Range Safety Officer Course to others! We will not be offering this class often so register early and spread the word. Seats are limited to just ten (10) spots. If you do not have your BIT and RSO, we are offering both classes this month as well! You must have completed an NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) course and NRA Basic Range Safety Officer (RSO) course. Proof of both certificates is required.

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
9:30 am - 5:30 pm
27
March
Wednesday

RI Pistol Permit & MA License To Carry Sold Out
  • SEO Excerpt: RI Pistol Permit & MA License To Carry - This four (4) hour class will help you accomplish a number of objectives. We will conduct the NRA Home Firearm Safety Course which is accepted by the State of Massachusetts for a License to Carry. You will also be able to shoot the Rhode Island Army L course which is required by the State of Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office for a Rhode Island Pistol Permit. The Army L course is challenging, and prior shooting experience is recommended. You will get three (3) attempts to pass the Army L qualification and upon successful completion, you will be certified with the caliber of gun you use. Information about the Rhode Island Army L course can be found here: http://webserver.rilin.state.ri.us/Statutes/TITLE11/11-47/11-47-15.HTM 

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
28
March
Thursday

Beginner Pistol Development Workshop
  • SEO Excerpt: Are you a new or even experienced shooter who is struggling to get those rounds where you want them? Are you having difficulty passing your pistol permit qualification or instructor certification? Are you tired of not being able to hit your target where you are aiming at? If the answer is “yes” to any of those questions, this class is for you! Here is your opportunity to train with an NRA and/or FBI Certified Pistol Instructor who will be assigned to you for the entire class! This class is limited to only 6 students and gives you a chance to receive semi-private, personalized instruction at your pace! This 4-hour class is specifically designed for the shooter who has not quite achieved the level of accuracy and proficiency that they would like to be at. This class will combine classroom learning with practical skills on the range. The classroom will review all of the basic fundamentals of firearms including stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture and trigger pull. On the range, the shooter will continue to develop these skills. The shooter will then have the unique opportunity of working with an assigned instructor to help diagnose and provide methods to fix any problems that the shooter may incur, giving that student the knowledge and confidence needed to become proficient.

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
28
March
Thursday

Pistol Instructor Development Workshop
  • SEO Excerpt: Do you have a Pistol Instructor Certification but are looking to bring your pistol instructor skills to the next level? There is a big difference between having a pistol instructor certification… and being a pistol instructor who has the knowledge and skills to diagnose and correct flaws in a student’s shooting fundamentals. This 4-hour class will give the instructor the opportunity to refine their skills and build on the fundamentals taught in a pistol instructor class. This course combines classroom and range time. In the classroom the instructor will learn how to recognize, diagnose and be given methods to fix the problems that a struggling shooter is having. During the range portion of this class the instructor will be able to put their newly acquired skill to the test by working one on one with a shooter experiencing these difficulties. This class is limited to 6 pistol instructors to provide a personalized approach to working with a student.

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
28
March
Thursday

CPR/AED Certification
  • SEO Excerpt: This OSHA and ILCOR (International Liaison Committee On Resuscitation) compliant course combines cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) into one program.  It is designed to teach the proper techniques to safely administer CPR and utilize an AED in emergency situations involving infants, children, and adults.

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
31
March
Sunday

NRA Personal Protection in the Home Instructor Course (300)
  • SEO Excerpt: This nine (9) hour class teaches the instructor how to convey the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense. Instructor candidates will learn the NRA’s approach to teaching basic defensive shooting skills, strategies for home safety and responding to a violent confrontation, firearms and the law, how to choose a handgun for self-defense, and continued opportunities for skill development.

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
9:30 am - 6:30 pm
April 2024
01 - 05
April
Monday

Preserve Academy LE Pistol Instructor / NRA Certified Pistol Instructor Course
  • SEO Excerpt: This course is designed for active law enforcement officers who intend on training and/or qualifying their officers. The Preserve Academy LE Pistol Instructor Course will teach instructors skills directly related to the law enforcement profession. The NRA Certified Pistol Instructor Course will teach instructors the NRA curriculum and meet the requirements of RIGL 11-47-16.

Clubhouse Classroom | 1 Preserve Boulevard, Richmond, RI, USA
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Defend Your Family With Confidence!
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NRA Approved

Take charge of your family’s safety and get the basic knowledge and skills to safely handle or store firearms and ammunition in the home. Learn more about the The Preserve Academy NRA certified firearm safety training classes.

Take your skills to the next level

Learn how to protect yourself and your family both in and out of your home with Firearms Safety training and personal protection training courses.

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Testimonials

The Preserve Academy

“This place is absolutely gorgeous.! it has everything, you have to see it to believe it. staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. their prices are hard to believe, super affordable.”

Johnny Moe

“Today was day one of shooting at The Range and I can tell you this, there is no better facility. It has to be the quietest range I’ve been too, the staff is helpful and friendly, there’s is no stress or rushing involved. Great prices on guns and ammo too. First class all the way.”

Mark Sven Oltedale

“My 79 year old mother and I took the Ladies Only Class 100. It was perfect. It started out with class time on gun safety etc., move to a high-tech simulator, then onto the gun range. The pace was perfect. Robert, our instructor was thorough and knowledgeable, and the facility was impressive! I highly recommend this class for anyone looking to learn how to shoot!!!”

Cindy Voccola Joyce

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the age restrictions?
  • Minimum shooting age in the range is 12 years old. Children under the age of 10 will not be allowed on the range.
  • Shooters 12-17 years of age must be accompanied by a Parent or Legal Guardian.
  • 18 – 20 years of age may shoot long guns ONLY in the range. No one under the age of 21 years old is authorized to shoot a handgun.
What are the age limits for rentals?
  • You must be at least 21 years old to rent handguns and full automatics.
  • You must be at least 18 years old to rent rifles or shotguns.
I have a concealed carry permit. May I carry a concealed firearm in The Range?
  • Yes. ALL concealed firearms must remain holstered while entering the range.
  • Upon entry, you must notify the Range Safety Officer that you will be shooting your concealed firearm.
  • We require that ALL other firearms and extra magazines are unloaded and cased until the shooter is inside the shooting booth.
  • No one may handle an uncased or unholstered firearm behind the firing line.
What safety precautions are taken at The Range at The Preserve?
  • At least one Range Safety Officer is in the range, at all times.
  • Everyone is required to take a range safety quiz before entering the range for the first time.
  • All shooters are expected to follow the Range Safety Rules, which are posted in the range. Members can also request a copy of the rules from the gun counter or Range Safety Officer (RSO).
  • Safety is extremely important. If the RSO sees any unsafe behavior, they will warn and educate the shooter. RSO’s have the authority to eject any shooter who continues to practice unsafe behaviors after initial verbal warning.
I have never shot a handgun before, can you help me?
I have a felony on my record. May I shoot at your club?
  • No, The Range at The Preserve complies with State and Federal Laws. Every shooter must attest to the following: I am legally allowed to possess a firearm in the United States. I am not currently the subject of a criminal or civil restraining order. I have never been convicted of a felony as an adult or juvenile. I am not a fugitive from justice. I am not an unlawful user of, or addicted to any controlled substance. I have never been adjudicated in a court of law, as incompetent to manage my own affairs. I have never been discharged from the United States armed forces under dishonorable conditions. I am a citizen of or legally in the United States.
I have a medical marijuana card. May I shoot at your Gun Range
  • Your safety and the safety of everyone is the primary factor in this issue. Marijuana is no different than any other substance which may impair your ability to be safe. If you appear to be impaired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, including ANY prescription medication, you will not be allowed to enter the range.
Do you rent eye and hearing protection?
  • We have complimentary eye and hearing protection. We recommend that you provide your own eye and hearing protection.
Do you allow shooters to collect their brass?
  • Yes, you are welcome to collect your brass. Please let the RSO know at the beginning of your session that you would like to collect your brass, so that the RSO will not sweep it away.
Can I draw from a holster in the range?
  • No. Shooters are not authorized to draw and shoot from the holster unless supervised by a tactical instructor during a private lesson or class in which you are instructed to do so.
  • You will be ejected from the range at the RSO’s discretion if you draw from the holster without supervision.
Is there a dress code to attend classes?

Yes!

Member and Guest Dress Code.

When entering the Members Lodge Clubhouse, inclusive of the Double Barrell Kitchen Restaurant inside and outside dining, and the Preserve Academy classroom, we kindly ask that you abide by our Resort Casual Dress Code, permitting collared shirts, dress shorts, cotton and linen slacks, dressy blouses, pullover tops, dresses and maxi dresses, dress jeans, and close toed shoes.

Nonconforming clothing includes but is not limited to; bathing suits, beach coverups, camisoles, hoodies, non-dressy Jeans, carpenter pants, T-shirts, sweat suits, cutoffs, torn shorts, yoga pants, sneakers, and flip-flops.

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We also offer a number of pistol permit certifications that are recognized across the United States as well as several NRA certified classes which are listed on our courses page.

 

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