Posted on Sep 18, 2014
What age do you feel firearms training is appropriate?
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I started teaching my oldest daughter two years ago at the age of 10. It seems as though my military friends agree that it is a good thing, while a good part of the small civilian contingent in my life (family included) does not seem to understand why I am training her at such a young age.
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Posted 10 y ago
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Firearms training in my opinion starts with education! From the time a child has the ability to understand, and at least somewhat comprehend the words you are saying, you should start that education as long as you have weapons in your house. Prevention is the key point I am getting at here.
As far as hands on training goes, that would depend on the maturity level of the individual child at hand. I started shooting at 7 years old.
As far as hands on training goes, that would depend on the maturity level of the individual child at hand. I started shooting at 7 years old.
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Sgt Jesse Bergeron
I started at a very young age as well, especially since I grew up in the backwoods/swamps of Louisiana. I waited til she was 10 simply out of convenience since we live in the city and we can't just walk outside and shoot like when I was a kid.
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She, from the beginning, has impressed me with her maturity and skill when we are on the range.
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It's not about a magic number, it's about the maturity level, cognitive development and manual dexterity of the student.
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Sgt Jesse Bergeron
I definitely agree. That's how I explain it to those that seem shocked to find out she is proficient in the handling and deployment of firearms.
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