Decatur Police Department Hosts Women’s Firearms Safety Course

The Decatur Police Department is proud to host Women with Weapons, a hands-on firearm safety course. This informative and empowering training is focused on helping women in our community become more comfortable, knowledgeable, and responsible handgun owners.

Participants must be at least 21 years of age to attend. During this course, participants will learn:

  • Basic handgun safety
  • Safe firearm storage practices
  • How to properly clean and maintain a handgun
  • Fundamentals of handgun shooting

This training is for handguns only. Rifles will not be allowed during the course. If you do not own a handgun, one will be provided for use during the training session. Eye and ear protection will be available if needed.

Training Dates

Please choose ONE of the following dates to attend:

  • Saturday, June 20th from 9 AM – 2 PM – Class Full
  • Saturday, June 27th from 9 AM – 2 PM – Class Full
  • Saturday, July 11th from 9 AM – 2 PM – Class Full

Training will take place at the Decatur Police Firing Range, located at 1242 N. Seneca Drive in Trinity, Alabama.

Seats are limited. Submit your application at Decatur City Hall (2nd Floor), weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or at the Decatur Police front desk after hours and on weekends.

Women with Weapons Firearms Safety Course Application

For questions and additional information, please contact:

Program Supervisor:
Sgt. Timothy Jackson
(256) 341-4617

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