A variety of topics, required by Minnesota Statute and our certification standards, are covered via lecture, video presentation, class discussion and hands on demonstrations. You are encouraged to bring your personal carry firearm to class but no ammunition is allowed in the classroom.
We teach Minnesota Permit to Carry Classes and DNR Firearms Safety Trainings.
Classroom Instruction
Range Time
The range time has two objectives. First, it is a way for class participants to demonstrate safe handling of firearms. Second, we require 80% of shots taken be on target. Each shooting test requires 20 rounds be fired so 16 of the shots should be on target.
Upcoming Classes
Classes are as scheduled with instructors. More information about class schedule coming soon.
Instructors
Joel and Phil Godding grew up in central Minnesota and are avid shooters and hunters. Yes they are brothers. And, yes, they are certified by the Minnesota Carry Academy to provided a curriculum approved by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. Both are also certified DNR hunter safety instructors.
Phil Godding
Phil is a licensed psychologist who works as a college professor and has a limited forensic consultation practice. He has many years of teaching experience and studies the topics of ethics and moral behavior as it relates to conceal carry responsibilities. Phil also likes to collect old firearms that can tell an interesting story.
Joel Godding
Joel works as a service representative for a local manufacturer and is an active member in his community, school and church. He has worked as a farm mechanic, automobile and heavy diesel mechanic as well as being a farmer. He brings excellent shooting and gun safety instruction to the classroom.
Directions
- Fill out forms
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Registration & Waiver
Payment
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: How many attempts do I get at meeting the accuracy requirement?
- A: There is no limit on the number of attempts to reach the 80% accuracy requirement.
- Q: What if I have special needs that affect my participation in the course?
- A: We accommodate special needs.
- Q: What if I do not own a firearm?
- A: If you do not currently own a firearm one can be provided if you let us know when you register.
Contact Us
info@fivestarcarry.com
ADDRESS
315 Cedar Ave NW
Wadena, MN 56482
Wadena, MN 56482
PHONE
320.282.5011