Upcoming events.
Basic Proficiency Training
Basic Proficiency Training
Sharpen your skills and gain confidence on the range with our Basic Proficiency Training, designed for shooters looking to build a solid foundation. This hands-on course focuses on safe handling, accuracy, and practical techniques you can rely on.
What You’ll Learn:
Safety First: Proper firearm handling, range etiquette, and safe practices.
Marksmanship Basics: Improve your aim, grip, and trigger control through structured drills.
Range Confidence: Learn to engage targets from different positions while staying relaxed and focused.
Situational Awareness: Practice reading your environment and making safe, effective decisions on the range.
Class Features:
Guided range time with hands-on exercises.
Personalized instruction from experienced instructors.
Fun, practical drills that build skill and confidence.
Hunting 101: Ethics, Firearms, and Gear Essentials
Hunting 101: Ethics, Firearms, and Gear Essentials
Prepare for a successful hunting season with our comprehensive Hunting 101 class. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or new to the sport, this course will equip you with the knowledge and skills to hunt responsibly and effectively.
What You’ll Learn:
Ethical Hunting Practices:
Understand the importance of conservation, respect for wildlife, and responsible hunting techniques.Choosing the Right Firearm:
Learn how to select the ideal firearm and ammunition for different game and environments.Essential Hunting Gear:
Explore must-have equipment, from optics and clothing to navigation tools, to ensure you're prepared for the field.Safety and Regulations:
Get familiar with hunting laws, safety protocols, and how to handle your firearm responsibly.
Marksmanship Proficiency
Marksmanship Proficiency
The National African American Gun Association’s Marksmanship Proficiency Standards & Qualification Program, also known as “The National Standards,” “Standards,” or “Qualifier” is a standardized skills assessment and rating initiative offering members a way to assess and further develop their shooting skills.
What You’ll Learn:
Skill Assessment:
Participate in a structured evaluation of your shooting technique, accuracy, and overall performance.Personalized Development:
Receive feedback and guidance to help you advance your skills at every level.Achievement Recognition:
Earn qualifications and certifications that reflect your proficiency as you progress.
Class Features:
Standardized drills and exercises tailored to different skill levels.
Expert instruction and one-on-one coaching to refine your abilities.
A supportive and inclusive environment promoting growth and excellence.
Who Should Attend:
This program is ideal for NAAGA members who want to benchmark their skills, pursue structured growth in their marksmanship, and gain recognition for their dedication to firearm proficiency.
Take the challenge, grow your skills, and set the standard.
5 Year Anniversary Celebration
5-Year Anniversary Celebration & Year-End Review
Celebration of the Gun Club’s 5th Anniversary.
· Special ceremony recognizing members and milestones.
· Friendly bowling competition.
· Refreshments, awards, and commemorative gifts.
· Location: Bowling event TBA
TGT- Emergency Preparedness Zoom
Emergency Power & Light Source Options
We will discuss reliable backup power and lighting solutions to keep your home safe and functional during outages. Learn what options best suit your emergency preparedness plan.
Members check your newsletter for the Zoom link. Please contact club leadership if there is an issue.
NAAGA Pres. Hosts Virtual NEST Meeting
There’s no sugarcoating it—the world is shifting fast.
From rising racial and political tensions, food shortages, devastating floods in Kentucky, Georgia, and Missouri, and the raging fires on the West Coast, to this week's record-breaking earthquake in Russia triggering tsunami warnings along the U.S. Pacific Coast, these are not distant stories. These are signs that preparedness can no longer be optional, especially for people of color.
Do you have a plan to survive a crisis?
Food Shortage?
Mob Violence?
How many guns do you have?
That’s why I’m inviting you to a special NAAGA Emergency Support Team (NEST) meeting:
Date: Sunday, August 17th
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST
If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to prepare, protect, and provide for your family in an emergency, this is your moment.
Whether you’re skilled in security, trauma care, radio communications, food preservation, or you’re just beginning your journey— NEST is where you belong.
Come learn how to be Prepared. Trained. Empowered.
Respectfully,
Philip Smith- Soboyede
President & Founder
National African American Gun Association
NAAGA & TGT members should check their email for the registration link.
Club Meeting & CCW Laws Course
FOAC and USCCA will be joining us during our club meeting. We will have a powerful legal seminar led by FOAC President Jim Stoker, a law enforcement veteran with deep insight into Pennsylvania’s gun laws—especially those affecting Philadelphia residents.
Learn how the law applies to self-defense through real-life case studies and interactive discussion. Whether you're a gun owner or just want to be better informed, this is a great opportunity to protect your rights and future.
Bring a friend, neighbor, or family member—knowledge is power.
Doors open at 12:30pm.
Firearm Cleaning & Maintenance Workshop
Firearm Cleaning & Maintenance Workshop
Learn the essential skills to properly clean and maintain your firearm in our hands-on Firearm Cleaning Class. This course is designed for both beginners and seasoned gun owners who want to ensure their firearms are in top working condition.
What You’ll Learn:
The importance of regular firearm maintenance.
Step-by-step disassembly and reassembly techniques.
Proper cleaning tools and supplies.
How to safely remove dirt, carbon buildup, and debris.
Lubrication and inspection tips to ensure long-term reliability.
Who Should Attend:
Anyone who owns or uses firearms and wants to extend the life of their equipment while ensuring safe and effective performance.
This class will leave you equipped with the knowledge and skills to keep your firearm clean, safe, and ready when you need it most. Bring your firearm (unloaded, in a case), cleaning kit (if you have one).
Ammunition and targets provided (Cost is $25 for the Range, non members $50 bring your firearm, eyes, and ear, as well as ammo, you are able to purchase on site. All members get 10% off annual membership from King Shooter).
Lunch after the range ( Based on community decision).
Instructor: TGT Certified Firearms Instructors
4th Annual Juneteenth Event
4th Annual Juneteenth Event
This year as we focus on education and not isolation, making sure we commemorate the past to build a better future. No more Gun Violence in Philadelphia. Firearms appreciation in the 2A community brings us together to enjoy the sport, and support. We will find out if our EDC is right for us, take a gun cleaning class, and Learn how to stop the bleed, we will teach a youth firearms safety, and a Women's firearm safety. We will have plenty of food even for vegans. Come together to celebrate FREEDOM day with us and focus on Education not isolation.
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Mother's Day Special: Honoring Women
Mother's Day Special: Honoring Women
Celebrate the strength, resilience, and empowerment of women this Mother’s Day with our special event designed to honor and uplift the incredible women in our lives. This unique class blends skill-building, camaraderie, and recognition in a supportive and inspiring atmosphere.
What You’ll Experience:
Empowerment Training:
Learn confidence-boosting skills, from self-defense techniques to firearm handling (optional, based on class focus).Community & Connection:
Share stories, build bonds, and celebrate the contributions of women in our families and communities.Special Recognition:
Honor mothers, mentors, and role models with activities that highlight their impact and legacy.
Event Highlights:
Personalized instruction tailored to participants’ skill levels.
A warm, welcoming environment designed to celebrate women.
Complimentary gifts and refreshments to make the day extra special.
Who Should Attend:
This event is open to women of all ages and skill levels, along with their families and supporters who want to join in the celebration.
Join us for a day of learning, laughter, and honoring the remarkable women who inspire us all.
Ammunition and targets provided (Cost is $25 for the Range, non members $50 bring your firearm, eyes, and ear, as well as ammo, you are able to purchase on site. All members get 10% off annual membership from King Shooter).
Lunch after the range ( Based on community decision).
Instructor: TGT Certified Firearms Instructors
Ammunition and targets provided (Cost is $25 for the Range, non members $50 bring your firearm, eyes, and ear, as well as ammo, you are able to purchase on site. All members get 10% off annual membership from King Shooter).
Lunch after the range ( Based on community decision).
Home Defense & Situational Awareness
Home Defense & Situational Awareness
Protecting your home and loved ones begins with preparation and awareness. Our Home Defense & Situational Awareness class equips you with the knowledge and skills to safeguard your home and respond effectively to potential threats.
What You’ll Learn:
Situational Awareness:
Develop the ability to identify potential threats and maintain a heightened sense of awareness in and around your home.Home Defense Strategies:
Learn practical tips for securing your property, creating safe zones, and establishing an emergency action plan.Firearm Use in Home Defense:
Understand the role of firearms in home protection, including safe handling, storage, and application.Handling Intruders:
Explore techniques for de-escalation, communicating with authorities, and making critical decisions under pressure.
Class Features:
Hands-on demonstrations and scenario-based training.
Expert guidance on selecting home defense tools and creating a layered defense system.
Safety-focused instruction to build confidence in protecting your home.
Who Should Attend:
This class is ideal for homeowners, renters, and anyone looking to enhance their ability to protect themselves and their families in a home environment.
Be prepared, stay vigilant, and protect what matters most.
Instructor: TBA
Basic Shooting Skills & Markmanship proficiency
Basic Shooting Skills & Markmanship proficiency
Take your shooting skills to the next level with our hands-on training class designed to refine your stance, grip, and accuracy through expertly supervised drills. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced shooter, this class will help you build a solid foundation and sharpen your technique.
What You’ll Learn:
Proper Shooting Stance:
Develop a stable, balanced position to enhance control and reduce recoil.Grip Techniques:
Master the correct grip for optimal firearm handling and precision.Improving Accuracy:
Learn proven methods to align sights, control your trigger pull, and hit your target consistently.Supervised Drills:
Engage in dynamic, skill-building exercises tailored to your experience level.
Class Features:
One-on-one feedback from experienced firearms instructors.
Individualized drills to strengthen your weak points and build confidence.
A supportive and safety-focused environment.
Ammunition and targets provided (Cost is $25 for the Range, non members $50 bring your firearm, eyes, and ear, as well as ammo, you are able to purchase on site. All members get 10% off annual membership from King Shooter).
Lunch after the range ( Based on community decision).
Instructor: TGT Certified Firearms Instructors
Stop The Bleed
TGT members who participated in Stop the Bleed Class Part 1 are eligible to attend Stop the Bleed Part 2 for free!
Not a TGT Member? If you haven’t joined TGT yet, we kindly request a donation of $15 to participate in Stop the Bleed Part 2.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your life-saving skills. Your support helps us continue offering these valuable workshops.
Register now and secure your spot!
