The goal of the Second Amendment Foundation Training Divisions “F.A.S.T Shotgun” course is to provide the student with a solid foundation in basic knowledge of Shotgun "Fundamentals and Safety Training" on your specific Shotgun, a basic understanding of ammunition and how it functions as well as shooting fundamentals.

A person new to the use of a firearm for personal defense typically has a broad range of questions and is faced with learning a number of skills that are critical in the safe use of a firearm – in this case a Shotgun. F.A.S.T Shotgun is specifically designed to provide a person new to Shotguns the opportunity to gain that knowledge and learn the basics of operation, cleaning and maintenance, safety and much more in a convenient 4 hour course. “F.A.S.T Shotgun” is also meant as an introductory course for students new to shotguns prior to taking SAFTD Defensive Shotgun 1.

A number of topics will be covered in “F.A.S.T Shotgun”. These include but are not limited to:

• Safe handling of your firearm.
• Gun Safety Rules
• Safe Storage of your firearm and ammunition.
• Basic components of a your Shotgun
• Operation of your Shotgun
• Shooting Fundamentals
• Clearing Common Shotgun Stoppages
• Selecting a Shotgun and Ammunition
• Cleaning and Maintain your Shotgun

Required Equipment

• A modern, serviceable, Shotgun
• Ear and Eye protection (electronic muffs preferred).
• 50 Rounds of Ammunition: Factory fresh ammo only. NO RELOADS or specialty ammo.
• Comfortable clothing, knee-pads (optional but recommended).
• Hydration system or Bottled water.
• Shoes – comfortable with sufficient support to permit a full range of motion. No sandals or flip-flops.
• Long Pants, Shirt With Higher Collar
• Baseball Cap