Concealed Carry Classes in Burlington, NC

Instinctive Advantage operates firearms training courses in Burlington, North Carolina with instructors certified by the NC Department of Justice. They specialize in preparing students for North Carolina's concealed handgun permit process while offering a full range of defensive shooting instruction.

• •Your own handgun or shotgun (strongly recommended)
• •At least 50 rounds of ammunition for pistol courses
• •Approximately 100 rounds for Level 1 Shotgun (half birdshot, half buckshot)
• •Eye and ear protection for range work
• •Pen or pencil for written exam
• •Valid ID and good attitude

• •Note: NO firearms or ammunition allowed in the classroom. Hand gun rental available for $20 (all-inclusive add-on).

Instinctive Advantage's concealed carry class is state-approved for NC permit qualification. The permit process works like this:

1. Take the course - Pass written exam and range qualification 2. Get your certificate - Valid for NC permit application 3. Visit your county Sheriff's Office - Submit completed application, certificate, and pay $90 4. Fingerprinting - Sheriff takes prints and conducts FBI background check 5. Wait for approval - Typically 30-180 days depending on county and current workload 6. Pick up permit - Valid for 5 years

To qualify for an NC concealed handgun permit, you must be:

• •US citizen or permanent resident
• •North Carolina resident for at least 30 days
• •At least 21 years of age
• •Legally able to own firearms under state and federal law
• •Free of disqualifying offenses (see FAQ for complete list)

• •Automatic disqualifiers include: felonies, domestic violence convictions, restraining orders, firearm offenses, DWI/DUI within last 3 years, dishonorable discharge, stalking convictions, or pending charges for any of these.

The outdoor range is located on private property in the Burlington area. You'll shoot the qualification at three distances: 3 yards, 5 yards, and 7 yards (minimum 30 rounds required). Dress for the weather. The State mandates you prove both firearm safety and shooting proficiency during qualification.

1. Written exam - Legal knowledge about NC use-of-force law, justified self-defense, and concealed carry statutes 2. Safety qualification - Demonstrate safe handgun handling on the range 3. Marksmanship qualification - Show proficiency in loading, firing, unloading, and clearing your firearm at target

Can you share a gun? Yes. If multiple students attend but only have one firearm, you can alternate shooting during qualification rounds.

Cancellations by student: - 7+ days before class: Full refund minus $25 administrative fee - 3-6 days before: 50% refund OR free one-time reschedule - Less than 72 hours: No refund, $20 fee to reschedule - No-shows: Forfeited, no refund or rescheduling

Rescheduling: - One free reschedule if 72+ hours notice given - Additional rescheduling: $20 per request - Must reschedule within 60 days of original date - Late arrivals (15+ minutes): May not be allowed to participate, no refund issued

• •Course cancellations by Instinctive Advantage: Full refund or free reschedule if they cancel due to weather, instructor illness, or safety concerns.

Refunds process within 7-10 business days to the original payment method.

• •Phone: 336-269-1306
• •Email: [contact email from website]

• •NC Department of Justice certified instructors
• •State-approved concealed carry permit course
• •Outdoor range on private property in Burlington area
• •Classes for all skill levels: beginner to advanced
• •Handgun rental available if you don't own a firearm yet
• •Specialized training for home defense and church security
• •Clear cancellation policy with flexible rescheduling options