
Becoming a NRA Instructor ?
#1
Posted 20 March 2012 - 05:18 PM
I know I read that some gun companies and training facilities give you discounts if you are an instructor kinda like being a FFL dealer does for buying certain stuff to show your people your training. Just curious to see if anyone on here are instructors and want to chat about the process etc.
#2
Posted 20 March 2012 - 05:25 PM
#3
Posted 20 March 2012 - 05:27 PM
I am an NRA instructor. Dont quit your day job but you can make a little money at it. I have not looked at the discounts because I am an FFL also but I do know some companys have special offers. PM me or post specific questions and I will be happy to answer.
Do you have a Facebook? Maybe we can chat on there. I was not planning on quitting my job but another part time gig which is my hobby anyways wouldn't be a bad idea.
#4
Posted 20 March 2012 - 05:33 PM
#5
Posted 20 March 2012 - 05:39 PM
#6
Posted 20 March 2012 - 05:41 PM
Fortis fortuna juvat
#7
Posted 20 March 2012 - 05:46 PM
I'm also interested in doing this. more info please.
If you post a question I could possible help or find a answer for you.
#8
Posted 20 March 2012 - 05:51 PM
Regarding going the NRA way: if HB5745 is passed as is now, you wouldn't have to do a test to get your carry license. That is a plus. However, at least with the guys I trained with, you had to have taken the class you are getting trained prior to taking the instructor's class. It costs either way. Becoming a certified instructor does make you a better, safer, and more aware shooter, plus you get to work on your public speaking skills!
Edited by sirflyguy, 20 March 2012 - 05:54 PM.
Defensive Firearms Coach (DFC)
Fundamentals of Home Defense Handgun
Fundamentals of Concealed Carry
NRA-Certified Basic Pistol Instructor
NRA-Certified Personal Protection In the Home Instructor
NRA-Certified Personal Protection Outside the Home Instructor
NRA-Certified Chief Range Safety Officer
IL FCCA Approved Instructor
http://www.mlftraining.com
https://www.facebook...ps/mlftraining/
#9
Posted 20 March 2012 - 06:01 PM
#10
Posted 20 March 2012 - 07:26 PM
#11
Posted 20 March 2012 - 07:35 PM
#12
Posted 20 March 2012 - 07:41 PM
It sounds like a full time job that doesn't pay very well lol. Sounds like I could just take some tactical training like with Blackwater etc and make more money teaching people with exp from them kind of classes. But that wouldn't get discounts on firearms lol.
It is most definitely not a full time job. Some people do choose to do this full time and are incredibly successful at it. I work full time as a software developer and do the courses on the weekend. Now to address your comment about just taking a course at Blackwater, if you approach firearms training with the sole intention of making money, you probably aren't going to do too well. Ask most instructors and they will tell you it takes a long time to get to the level of someone like Massad Ayoob, Ron Pincus or any other of highly sought after trainers. It definitely takes more than a sudden urge and the thought of getting rich fast.
#13
Posted 20 March 2012 - 07:45 PM
#14
Posted 20 March 2012 - 07:47 PM
#15
Posted 20 March 2012 - 07:55 PM
Good luck, let me know if there is anything I can do to help.
Thanks. I might do it just for the extra training and the experience! Never hurts to get range time.
#16
Posted 20 March 2012 - 09:55 PM
Fortis fortuna juvat
#17
Posted 21 March 2012 - 05:49 AM
I sent you a pm. Anyone else have any wisdom about becoming a NRA instructor?
If you're going to go get certified as an instructor you need to forget everything you think you know about firearm safety and let your counselor reteach you. You must unlearn what you have learned. Yes being an instructor reaps great rewards and it doesn't really have anything to do with $.
-Thomas Jefferson-
Now two flags fly above my land that really sum up how I feel. One is the colors that fly high and proud the red, the white, the blue. The other ones got a rattle snake with a simple statement made, don't tread on me, is what it says and I'll take that to my grave
-Aaron Lewis-
#18
Posted 21 March 2012 - 12:54 PM
I sent you a pm. Anyone else have any wisdom about becoming a NRA instructor?
If you're going to go get certified as an instructor you need to forget everything you think you know about firearm safety and let your counselor reteach you. You must unlearn what you have learned. Yes being an instructor reaps great rewards and it doesn't really have anything to do with $.
+1 Amen.
#19
Posted 21 March 2012 - 01:24 PM
Besides all of that just going through the course makes you take a step back and rethink firearm safety. I won't deny that it really made me think back to some of the bad habits I had developed over the years. Nothing epic but it's the little things. Good luck on your endevour should you chose to go down this path.
-Thomas Jefferson-
Now two flags fly above my land that really sum up how I feel. One is the colors that fly high and proud the red, the white, the blue. The other ones got a rattle snake with a simple statement made, don't tread on me, is what it says and I'll take that to my grave
-Aaron Lewis-
#20
Posted 21 March 2012 - 07:27 PM
I'll preface by saying this is coming from a very jr insturctor as I just got credentials a year ago. I did it initially because I knew that once we pass our carry bill in order for me to be a ccw instructor I would probably have to have this certifcation but frankly I've enjoyed teaching the folks who are brand new to firearms about as much as I think I'll ever enjoy teaching ccw. It's just really cool when you follow the NRA teachers guide and let it all come together and wwatch the lightbulbs come on over their heads and then when you take them to the range and they press that trigger for the first time, I don't even have the words to describe it.
Besides all of that just going through the course makes you take a step back and rethink firearm safety. I won't deny that it really made me think back to some of the bad habits I had developed over the years. Nothing epic but it's the little things. Good luck on your endevour should you chose to go down this path.
Drylok is correct IMO. An instructor is a teacher first. Nothing more satisfying than having a class of students that want to learn! You will have a bit of out-of-pocket money. For example;
* your training + motel & meals for two days (?)
* correct firearms for your instruction (do you need to purchase additional)
* ammo cost for students
* classroom - are you able to hold class in your home or do you need to get a local hotel conference room and hope for enrollment
* personal range or if you can get a range that will allow you to bring students and what is the cost
* insurance
* advertising / website cost
* how close are the next nearest classes that you want to offer as not to conflict with your business (or theirs)
As is Drylok, I am a junior instructor that took me about one year to get things up an running. These are only a few things after your training to take into consideration. I feel that my business will break even after 6-8 months. This is not a get rich thing but could be profitable in the long run with CCW coming. You can email or call if you would like.
http://str8shotgunsafety.com/
-Jerry
815-228-1292
Edited by STR8*SHOT, 21 March 2012 - 07:31 PM.
#21
Posted 27 March 2012 - 01:05 PM
The first, in Prairie Du Chien, WI, is April 26/27 (that is a Thurs/Fri).
The second is in Beloit, WI, on June 2/3 (that is a Sat/Sun).
Also, if there were interest, it would be easy to set up a session in your community...
Paul Horvick
NRA Training Counselor
http://shootingsafely.com
#22
Posted 27 March 2012 - 01:42 PM
I will be having two pistol instructor sessions "not that far" from Illinois.
The first, in Prairie Du Chien, WI, is April 26/27 (that is a Thurs/Fri).
The second is in Beloit, WI, on June 2/3 (that is a Sat/Sun).
Also, if there were interest, it would be easy to set up a session in your community...
Paul Horvick
NRA Training Counselor
http://shootingsafely.com
I took Paul's instructor class last year. I also took the Fl and UT class from him. He is a great instructor.
#23
Posted 27 March 2012 - 03:00 PM
#24
Posted 27 March 2012 - 04:19 PM
Larry and mike are great. I did my instructor training with them also.I took the Basic Pistol Instructor class this past weekend, taught by Heartland Training Team. They did mention that discounts are around for instructors from some vendors. Anything that can help me teach folks to safely understand and enjoy firearms will be an awesome plus!
Defensive Firearms Coach (DFC)
Fundamentals of Home Defense Handgun
Fundamentals of Concealed Carry
NRA-Certified Basic Pistol Instructor
NRA-Certified Personal Protection In the Home Instructor
NRA-Certified Personal Protection Outside the Home Instructor
NRA-Certified Chief Range Safety Officer
IL FCCA Approved Instructor
http://www.mlftraining.com
https://www.facebook...ps/mlftraining/
#25
Posted 27 March 2012 - 08:28 PM
Disclaimers: I am not a lawyer, cop, soldier, gunsmith, politician, plumber, electrician, or a professional practitioner of many of the other things I comment on in this forum.
The opinions expressed by this poster do not reflect the official stance of Illinois Carry. Apparently there was some confusion on the part of at least one person that it does, and I want to make things clear that my opinion is my own and that whatever the official stance of IC is or is not at present, it may or may not reflect my own opinion.
http://ilbob.blogspot.com/
#26
Posted 27 March 2012 - 08:34 PM
I will be having two pistol instructor sessions "not that far" from Illinois.
The first, in Prairie Du Chien, WI, is April 26/27 (that is a Thurs/Fri).
The second is in Beloit, WI, on June 2/3 (that is a Sat/Sun).
Also, if there were interest, it would be easy to set up a session in your community...
Paul Horvick
NRA Training Counselor
http://shootingsafely.com
I Pm'd Odyssey and virtually offered the same thing, but I live pretty centrally located in IL Right off I-70 less than half a day drive from anywhere in IL. I have 28 acres so we have plenty of room to shoot. I would love to host an Instructor Course for Il Carry members who want to become an instructor. Would you be interested in teaching? How much etc? You can PM me details if you like. I don't care if it's him or you or both we could have alot of fun with this!
" Never argue with an idiot, passers by won't be able to tell you apart "- Grandpa
#27
Posted 28 March 2012 - 06:39 AM
#28
Posted 29 March 2012 - 06:24 AM
" Never argue with an idiot, passers by won't be able to tell you apart "- Grandpa
#29
Posted 29 March 2012 - 01:02 PM
I will be having two pistol instructor sessions "not that far" from Illinois.
The first, in Prairie Du Chien, WI, is April 26/27 (that is a Thurs/Fri).
The second is in Beloit, WI, on June 2/3 (that is a Sat/Sun).
Also, if there were interest, it would be easy to set up a session in your community...
Paul Horvick
NRA Training Counselor
http://shootingsafely.com
I took Paul's instructor class last year. I also took the Fl and UT class from him. He is a great instructor.
#30
Posted 29 March 2012 - 01:04 PM
I will be having two pistol instructor sessions "not that far" from Illinois.
The first, in Prairie Du Chien, WI, is April 26/27 (that is a Thurs/Fri).
The second is in Beloit, WI, on June 2/3 (that is a Sat/Sun).
Also, if there were interest, it would be easy to set up a session in your community...
Paul Horvick
NRA Training Counselor
http://shootingsafely.com
I took Paul's instructor class last year. I also took the Fl and UT class from him. He is a great instructor.
I am also one of Paul's students. Fantastic, down to earth Counselor. Well worth your time and investment.
Jerry Sommer
Marseilles, IL
http://str8shotgunsafety.com/