Minnesota Gun Class - Moorhead

Minnesota Gun Class - Moorhead teaches the Minnesota Permit to Carry course, the legal requirement for concealed carry in Minnesota and 33 other states nationwide. The course qualifies you for both a Minnesota permit (valid 5 years) and a Florida concealed weapon license (valid 7 years).

This isn't a feel-good firearms class. You walk out knowing:

• •Handgun fundamentals - grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control, point shooting
• •Safety rules - the four universal safety principles and how to handle ammunition malfunctions
• •Legal use of force - what "reasonable force" and "deadly force" mean in court, when it applies, when it doesn't
• •The aftermath - physiological responses to violent stress, dealing with police, understanding fight-or-flight reactions
• •Handgun selection - choosing a gun that fits your hand and carry style
• •Gear and holsters - retention types, belts, lights, lasers, and proper firearm security
• •Minnesota carry law - reciprocity, storage requirements, where you can and cannot carry

The class splits into two parts back-to-back:

1. Classroom session - handgun safety, operation, legal concepts, and responsible carry ethics 2. Range qualification - live-fire practice under instructor supervision at an indoor range

"This is not a comprehensive handgun skills tutorial. We assess your ability to safely fire a handgun. If you're unfamiliar with your gun, rent one of theirs for $10 (ammunition included)."

• •Victor Ricigliano teaches the Moorhead classes. He's a retired police officer, US Concealed Carry Association certified instructor, NRA certified instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, and NRA Personal Protection in the Home instructor. This isn't a video course—it's hands-on instruction.

• •Complete beginners welcome (never fired a gun? You'll learn the basics)
• •Advanced shooters refining their knowledge
• •Out-of-state residents and foreign nationals (if they meet permit requirements: 18+, US citizen or lawful permanent resident, pass background check)
• •Recently changed: 18-20 year-olds can now obtain Minnesota Permit to Carry following a recent court decision

Just your driver's license or state-issued ID. No prior shooting experience required.

• •$99 for the course + range fee

After completion, you apply for your permit at your local sheriff's office (bring certificate, application form, and $100 cash).

Your Minnesota permit is recognized in 33 states. The USCCA reciprocity map shows which states honor it and any restrictions. Minnesota permits are valid 5 years—you'll need to retake the class and reapply to renew.

The FAQ is blunt about carrying: "When you carry a concealed handgun, you take on an extra burden and a significant responsibility to yourself, your family and your community. You carry the means to protect life and deal out death. You will be held to a higher standard of conduct."

If you can't commit to that—adapting your lifestyle, pursuing ongoing training, understanding the legal and moral weight—don't carry.

• •Phone: 888-621-5136
• •Email: [email protected]
• •Classroom location: Red River Regional Marksmanship Center, 640 16th St NE, Fargo, ND
• •Website: moorhead.gunclass.com
• •Facebook: fb.com/MinnGunClassMoorhead

Over 50,000 Minnesotans have taken their courses. Check the statewide website for additional class locations across Minnesota.