May 16, 2026
Instructor Led
Women's Basic Intermediate
Pistol & Holster Class

Pistol Range 3 Fee $85
Download the Registration Form - Fee: $85

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June 6, 2026
Instructor Led
NRA Basic Rifle Shooting Course

This class is a prerequisite for anyone wanting to become an NRA Rifle Instructor. Note: Registration must be
received one week prior and limited to the first 10.

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June 12, 2026
Instructor Led
NRA Rifle Instructor Course

Friday through Sunday 8:30 am to 5 pm

Daisy Mountain Fire Station 145
1120 W Desert Hills Road and Ben Avery $275
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Hello Carol, I am not sure if you remember me but I took your NRA Instructor course last year at Daisy Mt Fire Station. My name is Dave Peteque. I just wanted to say hello and that I hope you and your family are doing well.

My shooting training is going strong. I have an Advanced Performance school at Gunsite in July then my Advanced 499 Handgun School in October. If I pass that class at expert level then I will have my fourth expert completion and I can apply to be a instructor which is my goal. I'm currently teaching at Insight Firearms and just became a partner instructor with Prescott Firearms Training.

Just think, you started me off with training and teaching. I thank you so much. I really enjoyed meeting you and taking your class. ...Dave.

A Message from Carol Ruh, President

Howdy Everyone,

Other than the heat spell, we are finally back to the wonderful weather we so enjoy. Still going strong with classes in doors during the summer, we have an NRA Basic Rifle June 6th and a NRA Rifle Instructor class June 12-14th.

Come July 11th we are doing an NRA Basic Pistol followed by NRA Pistol Instructor class July 24- 26th. Also in July is our Everyday Women’s Safety class on July 18th. All these class have registration on our website.

After a much need break for August we start our fall classes. Until then, stay cool, stay hydrated and safe.

Carol Ruh

Friendly Faces - Expert Guidance - Lasting Skills

Shooting Schedule

Pistol & Rifle Practice Sessions
Location: Ben Avery Shooting Facility
(I-17 and Carefree Highway)
Map available at this link

Ladies of Arizona come join us!
We welcome beginners, and women that shoot already and want to join other women.

Please check our website and Facebook for updates, and schedule changes.

Pistol Practice Fees: $20 members / $25 non-members
Rifle Practice Fees: $12 members / $17 non-members
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Visit "Why AWSA Members Selected Their Gun"

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Classes

AWSA Classes
For Women Who Are Serious About Shooting

Women training women in a stress free environment, developing a strong basic foundation.

AWSA offers a variety of classes including:
- Marksmanship
-Self-defense training
- New shooters learn to be Comfortable with firearms
- Developing Confidence and a mindset to become a Competent and successful shooter.

Current Class Offerings - READ MORE

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Events

Check Our Schedule of Events
Develop Your Skills and Learn
From Each Other

Arizona Women's Shooting Associates was formed by women to support and encourage other women, to become involved in the shooting sports.

You'll catch the "bug", have a great time, enjoy the comradery and the great outdoors.

We invite you to bring your family and friends.

Schedule of Events - READ MORE

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During one of our Saturday shoots, we discussed how we chose our guns and why. Our intent is to help other women shooters make thoughtful decisions about their gun purchases.

Subsequently, your feedback was collected via one of our email campaigns and the responses are available at this link.

AWSA Staff

Our staff is comprised of NRA Certified Instructors in several disciplines and everyone is dedicated to helping you develop your shooting skills whether it is for personal defense, competition or recreation.

Articles

Quench your thirst for knowledge by looking through the articles, educational information including firearm safety rules, how to choose a gun,grip, trigger control, and other general information posted on this page.

FAQs

AWSA has compiled answers to many of the top questions posed to our instructors over the years at events and via email.
We welcome your feedback. If you cannot find the answer to your question please contact us.

Associations

Arizona Women’s Shooting Associates (AWSA) is proudly the home of the Arizona State Rifle & Pistol Association (ASRPA) Women’s Division, and associated with the National Rifle Association (NRA).
All of our instructors are NRA Certified.

"It was great to see all of you again. I so enjoyed the class and enjoyed it being so small.
What was impressive was the ratio of instructors to student.

My instructor was so good and helpful she did not miss a thing that you were doing…right or wrong.

It saddens me to leave for the summer before the open shooting with the girls but I will return once we get back in December Also, I will contact you for a private course to get my concealed license. Enjoy the summer." - L. Guetz.