Youth Firearm Safety

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Teaching the Next Generation Safe & Responsible Firearm Habits

At Legally Protected, we believe firearm education starts with safety first. Our Youth Firearm Safety Class is designed to introduce kids and teens to the principles of responsible firearm handling in a safe, supportive, and age-appropriate environment.

📌 At a Glance

  • Class Name: Youth Firearm Safety Class
  • Ages: 10–17 (1 parent/guardian must attend)
  • Duration: 3 hours
  • Location: Bowie, MD – Legally Protected Training Center
  • Cost: $50 per student - 1 parent free (additional $50 per sibling or parent)
  • Includes: Classroom instruction, training aids, safety gear, optional live-fire
  • Parent Requirement: 1 Parent/guardian attendance required

Course Overview

This class focuses on firearm safety, awareness, and respect, rather than shooting proficiency. Students will learn the essential skills to keep themselves and others safe around firearms — whether at home, at a friend’s house, or in the community.

Who This Class Is For

  • Youth ages 10–17 (with a parent/guardian present)

  • Families who want to instill safety and responsibility early on

  • Parents who own firearms and want their children to be properly educated

  • Young shooters preparing to advance into competitive or recreational training

Course Cost

$50 for per child 

  • Parent Attendance optional: 1 parent may attend at no extra cost. Additional parent fee: $50.

Course Time/Location

  • Day 1: 12:00 pm  – 3:00 pm at 6915 Laurel-Bowie Rd, Bowie, MD 20715 

Any changes/updates will be sent via email to those who have registered and paid for the course.

Course Overview

Through engaging discussion, hands-on demonstrations, and guided activities, participants will gain a clear understanding of:

  • The 4 universal safety rules every gun owner must know

  • How to identify safe vs. unsafe situations

  • What to do if they ever come across an unsecured firearm

  • Basic parts of common firearms and how they work

  • Safe storage practices for families

  • Age-appropriate introduction to shooting

Disclaimer: This course fulfills training requirement but does not guarantee permit approval. Final approval is at the discretion of the State Police. This page is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

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