Manheim Sportsman Assoc

Manheim Sportsman Association (MSA), consistent with its commitment to members and community, provides NRA certified training programs. These programs are not limited to MSA members but are open to anyone who desires to improve their ability to be a responsible gun owner and user. All instructors have received training in various disciplines and are certified by the NRA. Each student with be paired with an instructor during all range activities. This ensures each student receives personal attention. Instructors are guided by the following principles as outlined in the NRA Trainer’s Ethics Guide:

COMPETENCE - Trainers strive to maintain high standards of excellence in their work.

INTEGRITY - Trainers seek to promote integrity in the practice of instructing and coaching. Trainers strive to be aware of their own belief systems, values, needs, and limitations, and the effect of these on their work.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY - Trainers uphold professional standards of conduct, clarify their professional roles and obligations, accept appropriate responsibility for their behavior, and adapt their methods to the needs of different participants.

RESPECT OF PARTICIPANTS’ RIGHTS AND DIGNITY - Trainers respect the fundamental rights, dignity, and worth of all participants. Trainers are aware of individual differences and try to eliminate the effect of biases on their work.

CONCERN FOR OTHER'S WELFARE - Trainers seek to contribute to the welfare of those with whom they interact. In their actions, trainers consider the welfare and rights of all participants.

RESPONSIBILITY TO THE COMMUNITY - Trainers are aware of their ethical responsibilities to the community and the society in which they work and live. They apply and make public their knowledge of shooting in order to contribute to human welfare. Trainers comply with the law and encourage the development of law and policies that serve the interest of shooting and responsible gun ownership.