Course Certificate accepted by all County Sheriffs in Minnesota and the States of Florida and Wisconsin.
The NACFI Minnesota Permit to Carry Course 2.0 is a six hour course EXCEEDING the training requirements to obtain a Minnesota Permit to Carry a pistol or a Wisconsin or Florida License to Carry a Concealed Weapon. The course also meets the training requirements for renewing a Minnesota Permit to Carry. The course is divided into two classes that include instruction in the fundamentals of pistol use, legal principles of pistol possession and carrying a handgun as well as basic tactics and best practices in the safe and legal use of a firearm in the defence of yourself and others. The training certificate issued upon completion of this course is recognized by all Minnesota Sheriffs as well as the State of Wisconsin and the State of Florida.
Thursday and Saturday Carry Permit Classes
Thursday classes start at 5:00pm and last until 8:00pm. Saturday classes start at 9:00am and last until about 4:00pm.
The class itself is about six hours with the objective to teach you how to survive an attack physically, morally, legally, and financially. You will also participate in an individually timed shooting qualification exercise consisting of 30 rounds which will take five to ten minutes per student.
The Certificate of Training from this class can be used as evidence of training for those applying for a new permit as well as those renewing their permits.
Topics Covered:
- Conflict Avoidance
- Use of Threatening Deadly Force
- Everyday Police Encounters
- Choosing a Handgun for Carry
- Mechanics of Everyday Carry
- Legalities of Carry in Minnesota
- Out of State Travel
- Shooting Qualification
- Permit Application Process
- Answering Your Questions
- Financial Issues after Using Lethal Force
- Insuring the expense of your legal defense
- NACFI Resources
The NACFI Minnestoa Permit to Carry Course (for both Parts A and B) includes:
- Student workbook
- A copy of the new "Minnesota Guide for Armed Citizens" or "Wisconsin Guide for Armed Citizens (*Additional $30 for both books)
Note: Handguns will be available for shooting qualifiactions. Ammunition is NOT included.
**Parts A & B can be attended out of order
Sunday Advanced Handgun Carry Classes
Sunday classes begin at 11:00am and can go until 5:00pm.
This class is designed for carry permit holder who wish to take their training to the next level. The classroom portion is roughly four hours long with the objective to provide you with updated information regarding carrying in the state of Minnesota as well as more detailed strategies for conflict avoidance, use and the threat of force, carry techniques, and firearm retention. You will also participate in an individually timed shooting exercise consisting of 60 rounds which will take five to ten minutes per student.
Note: Bring at least two magazines or a speed loader for the shooting exercise. Ammunition is NOT included.
The Certificate of Training from this class can be used as evidence of training for those who are renewing their permits.
| Package | Pricing |
| Individual | $100.00 |
| Couple | $175.00 |
| US Military (Active/Veteran) | $75.00 |
| Senior | $75.00 |
| Renewal | $75.00 |
*Additional $30 for both the " Minnesota Guide for Armed Citizens" and "Wisconsin Guide for Armed Citizens" books.
| Date | Tine | Class |
| Thursday, November 14, 2019 | 5p - 8p | Part B |
| Saturday, November 16, 2019 | 9a - 5p | Part A & B |
| Thursday, November 21, 2019 | 5p - 8p | Part B |
| Sunday, January 5, 2019 | 11a - 5p | Advanced Only |
| Thursday, January 9, 2019 | 5p - 8p | Part A |
| Saturday, January 11, 2019 | 9a - 5p | Part A & B |
| Thursday, January 16, 2019 | 5p - 8p | Part B |
| Sunday, January 19, 2019 | 11a - 5p | Advanced Only |
| Thursday, January 23, 2019 | 5p - 8p | Part A |
| Saturday, January 25, 2019 | 9a - 5p | Part A & B |
*There are no classes scheduled in December.
Classes will resume in January.
Joe's Sporting Goods is proud to host Conceal and Carry classes taught by Martin Wick of the National Association of Certified Firearms Instructors (NACFI). Equipped with a single stall range for complete certification, Joe's Sporting Goods is your one-stop-shop to receive your Conceal and Carry Permit, handgun ammunition, and your new firearm.
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Call or email Martin Wick, your local NACFI instructor, with any questions:
Phone: 651-452-6251 or 612-202-4518
Email:Â mewick@msn.com