About
As a previous Class III firearms dealer and active instructor I understand the emotional and physical shock that firearms bring to beginners. I teach in 3 parts and use the current knowledge of my students to mold the detail of each part.
Firearms safety. Best practices for your chosen firearm. Where you should keep a firearm with considerations to your family’s safety is one of the most important pieces in all of this. It is one of the most impactful conditions to loved ones when you are considering having a loaded firearm in your home and should always be discussed and agreed on.
Firearm mechanics. People learn best through hands on visual training. Showing someone how to break down a firearm for cleaning and maintenance is one of the best ways to teach someone how a specific gun works. Knowing this at a granular level is a requirement for efficiency in firearms use.
Drills. Knowing how to shoot a firearm safely and effectively at a shooting range with perfect conditions means you are good at just that. The byproduct of this is not being comfortable in a dynamic and stressful environment. The likelihood that you will be standing still when you are forced to use a firearm is very slim.
I am flexible and will take into consideration all parties needs before committing.
Concerned to Confident. Cautious to Comfortable. Watching individuals go from being nervous about handling firearms to shooting them from cover at a man sized target after reloading while moving is more than enjoyable. I have seen the timidest people who were nervous about how they held their gun case transition into someone who would be able to defend their children’s lives without hesitation in a very short time. This is because we identify the fear and use it. When fear is attached to an object it is overcame by continued practice and use of that object. Then that fear can be channeled into focus and aggression, which are needed when defending others or yourself. My passion comes from seeing that confident smirk you didn’t know I saw when your muscles are using correct finger placement and line of sight in automation. I am energetic, talkative, knowledgeable, experienced, and love helping others.
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Reason for training
Own a firearm
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
I like to start with a conversation so I can assess your comfort level. I want to understand why you are making the decision to purchase a firearm or to just improve your fundamentals. A 15 minute phone conversation is all that’s needed so we can set up our initial meet n’ greet. I am flexible and will work around our schedules so we have time to work on each piece of training.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I grew up in the north Georgia mountains and the culture there resulted in having a gun before we had our first bicycle. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at 9 years of age which prevented me from joining the military. I studied Criminal Justice in college and developed relationships with local law enforcement teams. This gave me the opportunity to train with multiple SpecialResponseTeams (SRT), which are commonly referred to as SpecialWeaponsAndTactics (SWAT) outside of the groups. I partnered with and owned a Class III firearms dealership in Georgia in 2014 before moving to Utah. This opened a window for the training of interested customers which I have continued doing since.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
My hourly price is 30.00$ an hour. Most customers will need more than 1 day for a minimum of 6 hours. I can supply materials if needed at market cost. I do not require a set amount of time for anyone, I can and will adjust as needed for the individual.
How did you get started teaching?
I developed a shooting range on our property growing up and used that to begin helping others and hosting shoots at young age. My professional life has granted me the opportunity to continue teaching on a request basis.
What types of students have you worked with?
Civilian, military, law enforcement, young, and old.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Personalities matter. Do not be fooled by people who use words like tactical too much. Being comfortable with a firearm is a lifestyle. Learn from someone who has lived it.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
What do I want from this training? You must be honest and genuine with yourself and your instructor. This is weapons training. This is a martial art all to itself. Do not assume anything and state what you don’t know and are concerned with.