We have had requests for an weekday evening class for applicants who cannot attend weekend classes. This class will be offered as demand requires.
NYS 16 hour Pistol Permit Training Class – October class schedule..
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 – 5;30PM – 11:00PM (latest)
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 – 5:30PM – 110:00PM (latest)
The maximum registration will be 10.
NOTICE: THERE WILL BE NO FOOD SUPPLIED FOR THIS COURSE. STUDENTS SHOULD BRING THEIR OWN FOOD OR SNACKS. WE WILL SUPPLY COFFEE AND WATER ONLY.
STUDENTS MUST COMPLETE BOTH DAYS TO RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE.
Coxsackie Sportsmen’s Club
NYS 16+2 hour Pre Licensing Firearms Safety Training Course
New pistol permit applicants are required by NYS to take a 16 hour training course with 2 hours of live fire instruction. The class will be divided into . You MUST attend BOTH days and pass the written exam to receive full credit for the course. All ammunition, targets, range fees, firearm loan, eye and ear protection, coffee and water will be provided both days and is included with course registration. Registration is non-refundable and you must pay a $100 deposit in advance in to be registered for the course. Total cost of the class is $300.
This course is required for NEW pistol permit applicants and anyone wishing to have their restrictions removed on their current pistol permit in New York State. It will be taught by our NRA and Greene County Duly Authorized certified professional firearms instructors with decades of experience. You do NOT need to take this course if you already hold an UNRESTRICTED NYS pistol permit.
Applicants must NOT be a prohibited person regarding firearm ownership (I.E., you cannot be a felon, be convicted of domestic violence, etc.).
Topics covered will include basic firearm safety, maintenance, cleaning, safe storage, transportation, firearm-specific laws, situational awareness, interacting with law enforcement, and more. Students who do not pass the written test with an 80% and/or are unable to show the ability to safely handle and use a handgun will not pass the course.
Both days are from 5:30PM until course material is finished for the night. Students will be allowed to eat during the lecture.
Successful completion of our course will result in a certificate valid to submit with your New York State pistol permit application or removal of restrictions on an existing restricted pistol permit in Greene, Columbia, Albany and other counties. For other jurisdictions, please check with your local issuing authority.
ATTENTION: Please bring your application paperwork from your county of residence. This will eliminate additional trips to get the required signatures on your application!
The GCSO does not accept walk – ins! You must make an appointment first, by calling 518-943-3300 extension 606.
You can register for this course by calling 518-573-7696. A non-refundable deposit of $100 to Coxsackie Sportsmens Club, PO Box 213, Coxsackie, NY 12051 must be received before the start date. The balance can be paid by cash or check at the class. Class capacity is limited to 10.
Club location:
97 Reservoir Road
West Coxsackie, NY 12192