Teaching Firearms Training and Skillsets
Teaching Firearms Training and Skillsets
Classes & Training
Small classes, 10 students max, taught by a Rangemaster Master Firearms Instructor. Start with your concealed carry permit and build from there.
See upcoming dates and registerEvery class stands on its own, but they are designed to build on each other.
1 · Start here
Multi-State Concealed Carry
2 · Build your skills
Drills Level 1
Defensive Shotgun
Less Lethal Foundations (Intro to OC)
Tactical Anatomy
3 · Put it all together
Mind over Muzzle
4 · Cement it
Private coaching, 1:1
Not sure where you fit? Start with Multi-State Concealed Carry. It is built for every level, from first-time owners to experienced shooters.
4 hours · $150 · 10 students max
Who it's for: New gun owners and experienced owners alike, anyone ready to take responsibility for their own safety and their family's.
What you'll learn
• Everything you need for the training certificates to apply for your Oregon, Arizona and Utah permits
• Safe handling and storage fundamentals
• Where your permits let you carry: 38 states as of October 2026
New to firearms? You're in the right place. I start with the basics and move at a steady pace.
Ask about Concealed Carry3.5 hours · $150 · 10 students max
Who it's for: Shooters who want to practice on their own and spend less on ammo.
What you'll learn
• How to build your own training plan
• Dry fire you can do safely at home
• Low-round-count drills with clear time and accuracy standards, so you can measure progress
• How to think with a firearm in your hands, under light pressure
3–4 hours · $150 · 10 students max
Who it's for: Anyone who has chosen a shotgun to defend their home and family.
What you'll learn
• Safe home storage
• Running the shotgun, including reloads
• Recoil management, so you stay accurate and in control
• Basic target identification and engaging single and multiple targets
“The course was thoughtfully presented and provided insight on recoil management, ammo selection (for practice and defense), target transitioning and reloading methods to keeping the gun running. It was a good use of time – highly recommended.”
— S. Martin, Defensive Shotgun student
“I, being someone who had some experience, felt that every aspect of the class was informative. Nothing about it made me feel like ‘I already know this’. The smaller class size is also a real nice experience… I really can’t say enough great things about Nate and how he instructs, casual but knowledgeable and structured at the same time.”
— M. Snook, Defensive Shotgun student
3–4 hours · $120 · 20 students max
Who it's for: People who've decided a firearm isn't right for them, or who want a more socially acceptable tool for everyday life.
What you'll learn
• Awareness and avoiding trouble early
• Managing unknown contacts with the Ask, Tell, Make framework
• How to choose OC spray and use it correctly
• The legal considerations that come with carrying it
“Some of the things I learned in this class, OC spray is a great way to protect yourself/keep a bad guy away from you besides pulling a firearm. But it should never be as simple as putting a can of OC in your pocket everyday. I learned a lot in this class, mostly I learned what I didn’t know and what I needed to work on. I highly recommend this class to anyone who carries or anyone who values their safety but may not be comfortable with a firearm.”
— M. Snook, Less Lethal Foundations student
3–4 hours · $150 · 10 students max
Who it's for: Anyone who carries and wants to understand why shot placement matters.
What you'll learn
• The human anatomy behind effective shot placement
• Physiological vs psychological stops, and why that difference matters
• Photo-realistic and 3D targets, so you learn to read angles
• Why slowing down for an accurate first shot ends a confrontation sooner
3–4 hours · $150 · 10 students max
Who it's for: Well Armed Citizens who carry every day and want to train for real decisions, not just beeps.
What you'll learn
• Using your drills and shot placement together under pressure
• Responding to visual cues downrange instead of whistles or timers
• Three questions for every problem: Is there a threat? Do I need to shoot? When do I stop?
“Worth every penny. Felt safe the entire time. My mind was pushed to think in ways I didn’t recognize before the class. Looking forward to future classes from Nate!”
— B. Woodward, Mind over Muzzle student
$75/hour · 1:1 at a local range
A class shows you the concept. Coaching makes it stick. I work with you on the specific skills you want to improve, on a schedule that works for you.
Book a coaching sessionOn demand · small groups
Run on demand for students who want NRA certifications, in a small group so the discussion stays useful.
Ask about NRA coursesAccuracy before speed is on the logo for a reason.
10 students max, so you get real coaching, not a crowd.
Rangemaster Master Firearms Instructor, Tactical Anatomy Instructor and NRA Chief Range Safety Officer. Read my full biography.
Upcoming dates fill up, and each class holds only 10 students.
See upcoming dates and registerNot ready yet? Join the email list and I'll let you know when new dates open.
Cancellations: Full refund if you cancel 72 or more hours before class. Transfers to another date or another person up to 48 hours before. Cancellations inside 48 hours and no-shows are non-refundable. Arriving after the safety briefing counts as a no-show.