Advanced Maintenance Class

Civilian Marksmanship ProgramEducationAdvanced Maintenance Class

ABOUT THE ADVANCED MAINTENANCE CLASS

Designed for those who wish to take their passion for the venerable M1 Garand to the next level, the Advanced Maintenance Class (AMC) offers students a unique opportunity to receive unparalleled training from our knowledgeable Custom Shop Staff and build their very own M1 Rifle.

Registration for the drawing was open November 27 – December 22, 2023. The drawing took place at the end of December and individuals in the first AMC held February 27-29 has been notified via email. All other classes will receive an email in the coming weeks. 

Questions? Please contact Hector Lopez-Perez at hlopez.perez@thecmp.org, (256)-835-8455 ext. 513.

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2024 Dates

  • Class 1: February 27 – 29, 2024
  • Class 2: March 1 – 3, 2024 – BUDDY CLASS
  • Class 3: June 25 – 27, 2024
  • Class 4: June 28 – 30, 2024 – BUDDY CLASS
  • Class 5: August 20 – 22, 2024
  • Class 6: August 23 – 25, 2024 – BUDDY CLASS
  • Class 7: October 22 – 24, 2024
  • Class 8: October 25 – 27, 2024 – BUDDY CLASS

Special “Buddy” classes

Drawing and Registration

Registration for the drawing was open November 27 – December 22, 2023. The drawing took place at the end of December and individuals in the first AMC held February 27-29 has been notified via email. All other classes will receive an email in the coming weeks.

Registration for the AMCs uses an electronic drawing to randomly assign the 20 available seats for each class date. We will again use the CMP Competition Tracker software. This will allow individuals to register for the classes they can attend and applicants will be randomly drawn to attend the class or be placed on a waitlist.

Registration for multiple classes is permitted but no applicant will be selected for more than one slot. FORMER AMC PARTICIPANTS MAY REGISTER.

A confirmation email will be sent to each accepted participant, which will include a hidden link to the CMP E-Store that will be used to complete the registration process. If chosen, individuals must complete their registration and payment by February 16, 2024, for the Anniston Class. Failure to meet this deadline will result in forfeiture of your slot to the next applicant on a wait list.

AMC Class Cost

Total cost for the 2024 AMC will be $2350 + tax ($1200 for tution + $1150 for Expert rifle). The $1200 course tuition fee will be billed immediately after purchasing the course from the eStore (with $150 of your class tuition fee considered as a nonrefundable “registration fee”). Late cancellations, made within 30 days of the class start date, will be subject to forfeiture of an additional $300. Deadline for class payment will be February 16, 2024.

Class Details

Held in Anniston, Alabama, the three-day class is intended for individuals interested in knowing how the M1 Garand rifle functions in detail, as well as for those wishing to know how to properly perform advanced maintenance procedures to their personal rifle(s). The class involves classroom lecture as well as hands-on shop time. Tools will be provided for students to use during the class.

This class is not intended for gunsmiths or students with advanced knowledge of the M1 rifle. No prior armorer or shooting experience is required to attend the class. Students will each assemble from parts their own rifle (manufacturer of receiver may vary depending on the current inventory available) that is included in the AMC fee.

Some of the key components of the class will include:

  • Component purpose and function
  • Use of gauges
  • Commercial barrel installation, chambering and headspace
  • Component selection and inspection
  • Fitting and proper assembly of a complete Expert Grade Rifle
  • Some discussion of malfunctions and their remedies
  • Accurizing techniques for the M1

Participants will be exposed to all information required to safely assemble a complete rifle under the direct supervision of our expert gunsmiths.

On the second day of the class, students will visit the CMP South Store. A visit to the CMP Talladega Marksmanship Park is scheduled on the last day for test firing.

If you want more information about CMP AMC, please contact the Custom Shop at customshop@thecmp.org or (256) 835-8455, ext. 513.

WHAT TO BRING

Students will only need to bring themselves, safety glasses and a shop apron.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Individuals who attend the AMC in Anniston, Alabama, must arrange your own housing. To find accommodations in Anniston, click here. (Ask for the CMP Rate).

Cancellations

Cancellation requests may be submitted by email or phone to the Custom Shop at customshop@thecmp.org or call (256) 835-8455, ext. 513.

Late cancellations, made within 30 days of the class start date, will be subject to forfeiture of an additional $300. The balance of the class fee plus applicable taxes for the Expert Grade Rifle will be charged to the credit card provided during the class.