The Class “G” Statewide Firearm license course includes 28 hours of range and classroom training pertaining to the use of firearms in accordance to State of Florida Chapter 493, Florida Statutes) and is conducted by a licensed Class “K” Firearms Instructor.  Pre-Registeration Required to reserve your seat. For more information.

Please pay deposit or total amount below. Thank you!

NOTE: THIS COURSE IS UPDATED TO MEET THE 2017 Florida Statutes

NEXT COURSE DATE: August 14, 15, 17, 18 at 4PM to 9:30 PM and Saturday 19th 8AM - 2 PM

Please pay your $75 deposit here for the course

This is a 3-4 hour Basic Pistol Firearms training class by a Florida Class "K" Firearms & NRA Certified Instructor. Included: 2-3 hour classroom training overview of Florida Concealed Carry & Castle Doctrine Statutes & basic pistol hands-on instruction with laser cartridge in the REAL pistol, learn rules for safe gun handling, pistol parts and operation; ammunition, shooting fundamental, ammunition for 15-20 live fire range instruction, eye & ear protection, targets, range fee and more. Successful students receive Certificate of Completion, Florida Division of Licensing Application Packet for Concealed Weapon or Firearm License. Classes usually on Tuesdays, Thursdays and/or Saturdays beginning at 8:00 AM. Call or Text 386-747-8677 to schedule your class today!

Your required certified training includes:  Florida Chapter 493, Florida Statutes and Chapter 5N-1, Florida Administrative Code, Legal Issues; Liability, Ethics and Professional Conduct, Financial / Access Control, Patrol Techniques, Observation Techniques and Report Writing, Interviewing Techniques, Fire Detection - Suppression and Life Safety,  Video surveillance, Emergency Procedures & Communication, Interior & Exterior Lighting, Building Access Security Lock & Key Systems, Computer Security Software , Basic Emergency First Aid, Crime and Accident Prevention Practices, Crime and Accident Scene Protection, Terrorism Awareness, Fundamentals of Personal Security, Traffic & Crowd Control,  Public Relations, Courtroom Procedures, Interpersonal Communications, Special Security Challenges, Professional Communications, and application filled out for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Licensing (license fees not included) CONVIENT WORKING PEOPLE TIMES: Training dates & times are:

TWO WEEKS OF EVENING TRAINING TO TOTAL REQUIRED 40 HOURS

Next Course:TBA

Pre-Registeration Required to reserve your seat with either full amount or deposit below. Thank you!

Please read this NRA PISTOL INSTRUCTOR COURSE INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION. If you have any questions please email, call or text 386-747-8677.

Pre-requisites for Candidates are to complete the following STEPS:

STEP 1: Complete the ONLINE COURSE Basics of Pistol Shooting Self Study -  to register Click  or go to https://basicpistol.nra.org/  PISTOL INSTRUCTOR CANDIDATES MUST ACHIEVE A PASSING SCORE OF 90% OR HIGHTER. Notify me when you have completed the course and printed your certificate.

STEP 2: Complete the Pre-course questionnaire (I will email to you), Appendix 1,

STEP 3: Pre-requisite for Instructor Candidates is to have completed the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting - Instructor Led Only Course and provide a past or recently completed  Certificate. If you have not completed this course please register to complete this course requirement. CLICK HERE or go to  http://www.nrainstructors.org/search.aspx , ONCE ON THE NRA SELECT COURSE PAGE: under left column PISTOL check    NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting - Instructor Led Only scroll to the bottom and enter 32744 for the Zip Code and click SEARCH. Find LAKE HELEN and CLICK FOR DETAILS. The REGISTER screen will open for you to fill in your information. (If you are not an NRA Member and would like to JOIN NOW click on the EAGLE ABOVE)

STEP 4: REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE: CLICK HERE or go to  http://www.nrainstructors.org/search.aspx , ONCE ON THE NRA SELECT COURSE PAGE: under right column BECOME AN NRA COACH OR INSTRUCTOR check NRA Instructor Pistol Shooting Course, scroll to the bottom and enter 32744 for the Zip Code and click SEARCH. Find LAKE HELEN and CLICK FOR DETAILS. The REGISTER screen will open for you to fill in your information.

STEP 5: ON REGISTRATION PAGE: Review, download, print and PRACTICE The pre-course qualification in Appendix 5 will be conducted during the course. (NOTE: a small caliber pistol with factory ammunition only is recommended for this Pre-Course Qualification) 

 Next Training Course:  TBA

  NOTE: THIS IS A BIT COURSE

Call now for group pricing for 1/2 Day or Full Day of Active Shooting Responsive training by a Certified ALICE Instructor. This is a blended learning experience. E-learning provides the knowledge, then the instructor guides you through on-site Demonstrations and Scenarios. Please Phone: 386-747-8677 for e-learning and group pricing information.

 This 9-hour course teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching the NRA Basic Personal Protection In the Home course (BIT is an additional 6 Hours)

Prerequisites: Must be an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor. Prior to the course, candidates complete a pre-course questionnaire and demonstrate their firearm background in pre-course assessment exercises (download when you register at NRA Training link .)  Select NRA Instructor Basic Personal Protection In The Home Course and locate the Watchman Protection PLUS, Lake Helen location. Then select "CLICK FOR DETAIL".This will allow you to print or download  Appendix 6 - NRA INSTRUCTOR TRAINING PROGRAM PRE-COURSE QUALIFICATION  allowing you to review and PRACTICE these skills BEFORE ATTENDING your course. Pre-Course Qualification is in ADDITION to the 9 Hour Course.
Description: Course is  discipline specific instructor training. Students demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and complete an instructor certification examination. Students will receive the NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home Instructor Candidate Packet and NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home course student packet.THIS IS NOT A BIT INCLUDED COURSE.

This includes the 6 hour BIT course.

Total for Course is $150.00 with a Pre-Registration DEPOSIT REQUIRED BELOW of $50. NOTE: 4 Instructor Candidates are required for the course. If minimum number is not met your deposit will be applied to the next available/accepted scheduled course.

Course Date: TBA

NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home Course
Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense.
  This is about an eight-hour course. Students provide their own firearm & ammunition (expect to shoot approximately 100 rounds. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection In The Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, the Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, and course completion certificate.  

Total for Course is $150.00 with a Pre-Registration DEPOSIT REQUIRED BELOW of $50.

Hourly Private Lesson for Firearm - Laser Training in Training Center and then live fire at the Range. Range fee and travel time is included. 2 hour minimum. Shooter provides their own firearm, ammo, targets, ear & eye protection. If you desire to try pistols other than your own, just let me know. An additional $39 will be added.