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AWSA
Classes: For women who are serious about shooting
Women
training women is very important to us. Men and women
are different. Our center of gravity is different, our balance
is different.
Most men are not aware of these differences when they try to
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For
instance, when shooting a handgun, recoil control is a concern for
many women.
With a few simple tricks, a small women can learn to handle
a large caliber gun with little problem.
The AWSA offers handgun, rifle and shotgun training, as well as strive
to provide a variety of shooting experiences so our members can hone
their skills.
We also offer a variety of classes to enhance our member's understanding
and enjoyment of firearms and related subjects, including the Concealed
Carry Weapon Class (see below).
First Steps
It is required for all AWSA members to attend a class. Non-members
are welcome to attend. An RSVP is needed. At the end of this class
you will receive a certificate that allows you to attend more NRA
classes without having to retake this class. The fee for the class
usually costs $50.00, so this is a great price for the class and materials.
The registration form is available at this
link.
Women on Target class is perfect for women who have little
or no experience with firearms. The class teaches you the basics for
safe gun handling and marksmanship in three to four hours. It helps
you decide what shooting sport is fun and right for you.
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Krav Maga
The term Krav Maga means combat-contact. Krav Maga is a mix of different
martial arts disiplines used in Israel by the military, law enforcement
and civilians. It's easy to learn and apply using natural movement
of the body, emphazing the will to survive and win.
Click
for Krav Maga Registration Form
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CCW
Class (Concealed Carry Weapon)
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AWSA’s
most popular class is the Conceal Carry of Weapon (CCW) class.
Arizona has allowed CCW permits since 1994. In the state as
of September 1, 2009 there are 138,348 active permits and 1,492
instructors. We try to hold a class each month to keep up the
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One of the problems we all have is sorting through the immense amount
of information available about the issue of self-defense. Many people
have not had very much formal training in defending themselves, while
some have had some type of introduction to this issue, but may not
know what is legal. Enroll now in the AWSA's CCW Class to obtain a
state permit to carry, and more important, become an educated and
safe gun owner.
Click
Here for a printable registration form for the
CCW Class.
CCW Class Dates:
2010:
Sept 11 Rifle Silhouette Building & DPS
Oct 9 Rifle Silhouette Building & DPS
Nov 13 Smallbore building & Pistol 4
Dec 11 Rifle Silhouette Building & DPS
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Location:
Ben Avery Shooting Facility
4044 West Black Canyon Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85086
CCW Class Fee:
$107/person (Check payable to: AWSA), includes 8-hour class, finger
printing (one set), and all required DPS applications. Fee is Non-refundable.
Possible credit to next class, with good cause. Waiting list after
first 25 openings are filled.
Instructors:
-Carol Ruh, DPS and NRA Certified.
(Please note: This is not an NRA course)
Requirements:
-Must be 21 years old.
-Must be a legal resident of Arizona.
Meals:
Bring own lunch; purchase hot dogs, snacks, drinks, etc. at Ben Avery's
Main Range; or drive to nearby eateries for the lunch break.
For Registration:
Contact Carol Ruh or Click
Here for a printable registration form for the CCW Class.
Arizona Women's Shooting Associates
Attn: Carol Ruh
48412 North Black Canyon Highway
#307
New River, AZ 85087
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Once you have your CCW permit attend the Women’s Personal
Protection class. This will take the skills you have learned
in other classes and put them together into an exciting class to teach
you to keep you and your family safe in almost any situation. We will
teach you various techniques and scenarios. However, not every situation
can be covered in an eight hour class. This takes continued training
and thinking on your part.
Click for WPP Registration
Form
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CONCEALED
CARRY WITHOUT A PERMIT
AKA: Constitutional Carry
As of July 29th, 2010 you may carry
a firearm discreetly
without a permit. More information is available:
http://www.gunlaws.com/ConstitutionalCarryEnacted.htm
Here are some things to consider:
1. You do NOT have reciprocity outside of this state, or 31 other
states.
2. You may NOT carry concealed in a bar or restaurant.
3. You WILL still have to go through a background check with the FBI
when purchasing a firearm.
YOU ARE STILL REQUIRED TO KNOW THE LAW!!
You should not assume that you understand the meaning of a criminal
law by simply reading a statute and attaching your own meaning or
dictionary definition to it.
Are you willing to lose everything you own to pay a lawyer for not
knowing the laws associated with safe firearm carry?
Arizona Women’s Shooting Assoc. (AWSA) is offering two options
for you to learn the laws associated with carrying a concealed firearm.
AWSA has been teaching CCW for almost a decade to men and women of
all ages. Our instructors are certified NRA and DPS instructors. We
are offering two options for you to learn the laws:
• Take a short class for $60.00 in just the legal and learn
the basic laws and understand the meaning of lethal force. Included
in the cost of the class, you will receive “The Arizona Gun
Owner’s Guide”. Knowing the laws might save your life
and savings.
• If you want the permit, for the reasons listed above and more
stay the day and learn what else is associated with the permit. The
class is $110.00 and includes the fingerprinting needed when you turn
in the application.
For class dates, see below. Click
Here for the Registration Form
Join the 200.000 responsible Arizonans who have taken the time to
learn the laws and have their permit.
Call Carol with any questions that you may have at (602) 571-3886
Constitutional
Carry Class Dates:
(same dates as
the CCW Classes)
2010:
Sept 11 Rifle Silhouette Building & DPS
Oct 9 Rifle Silhouette Building & DPS
Nov 13 Smallbore building & Pistol 4
Dec 11 Rifle Silhouette Building & DPS
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NRA
Basic Handgun is
a class designed to teach you both revolvers and semi-automatic
handguns.
This course deals with the
basic knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for owning and
using a pistol safely.
The student will learn about pistol parts and operation, ammunition,
gun safety, and shooting fundamentals.
You
will also learn shooting fundamentals by shooting from the bench
rest position and two handed standing positions.
This is an 8-hour course, and upon completion of written exam, the
student will receive an NRA certificate.
If interested in this class, the registration form is available
at
this link
or, contact Carol Ruh
602-571-3886
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Location:
Ben Avery Shooting Facility
4044 West Black Canyon Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85086
Click
for Location Map
Contact us with your questions/comments:
Arizona Women's Shooting Associates
Attn: Carol Ruh
48412 North Black Canyon Highway
#307
New River, AZ 85087
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I
would just like to take this time to thank you for the time and
effort that you put into the Ladies Personal ProtectionClass. It
must be so hard to know that there is so much to teach each student,
if we would put a value on our lives first. I do value take to heart
the things that you have been teaching me and you are so willing
to keep on teaching me.
You are instilling a confidence in me that I never knew I had. And
you are making me look deep into myself and awaken the yearning
of knowledge in this sport. You will never know how much I have
learned in the different classes/ Wed evening shoots. I hope that
you know that you have made a big difference in the way I have been
able to look & act in different situations and know that if
something happens I will be able to put up the fight of my life
and or fight the for the safety of my small little family.
I look forward to the continued Firearm and Personal Safety education
that you offer to me.
Thank you, Patsy
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