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Three Hours to Confidence: Women‑Only Handgun Intro at Calibers Westside
A focused, 3-hour women’s handgun introduction in Albuquerque covering firearm basics, shooting fundamentals and live-fire practice.
Three Hours to Confidence: Women‑Only Handgun Intro at Calibers Westside.
Calibers Shooters Sports Center offers a Women’s Only Introduction to Handguns in Albuquerque: a three-hour, instructor-led course taught by women in a supportive setting that covers firearm basics, purchasing guidance, shooting fundamentals and live-fire practice so participants leave with practical skills and increased confidence.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Women‑Only Classroom and Range
This course is presented as a women-only class taught by women in an environment designed to be supportive and approachable, covering the full range from fundamentals to live-fire practice.
Hands-On Instruction and Live-Fire
Participants spend the session on hands-on drills and live-fire on the range so even beginners can engage comfortably and build practical shooting skills.
Practical Knowledge to Continue Learning
Alongside shooting fundamentals, the class covers firearm basics and purchasing guidance so attendees walk away with actionable knowledge and a path for further training.
What the day feels like
What the Three Hours Feel Like
Across a focused three-hour session you move from classroom basics through coached, hands-on drills and live-fire practice on the range, all within an instructor-led, women-only environment designed to answer questions and build confidence.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this course fits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Closed-toe shoes, eye and ear protection (both required; eye and ear protection can be purchased prior to class). Avoid low-cut shirts.
If using Calibers rental firearms, plan to purchase ammunition from Calibers on the day of your class.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the course?
The course is three hours in duration.
Where do we meet?
Meet at 9320 Coors Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87114.
Is this class women-only?
Yes. The course is a women’s only introduction taught by women in a supportive environment.
Do I need prior shooting experience?
No prior experience is required; the class accommodates beginners with hands-on instruction and live-fire practice.
What clothing and personal protective equipment do I need?
Closed-toe shoes and eye and ear protection are required; eye and ear protection can be purchased prior to class. Please do not wear low-cut shirts.
Can I use a rental firearm and do I need to bring ammunition?
You may use Calibers rental firearms, but ammunition for rental firearms must be purchased from Calibers on the day of your class.