NRA Instructor Courses
NRA Instructor Courses | S.A.F.E. specializes in training shooters to become certified NRA firearms instructors. If you already shoot and want to teach others, start your own business, or just deepen your expertise, these courses cover everything from basic pistol and rifle instruction to defensive ...
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NRA Instructor Courses | S.A.F.E. specializes in training shooters to become certified NRA firearms instructors. If you already shoot and want to teach others, start your own business, or just deepen your expertise, these courses cover everything from basic pistol and rifle instruction to defensive shooting and ammunition reloading.
- •Conduct your own firearms safety and marksmanship classes
- •Start your own training business
- •Access manufacturer discounts on firearms accessories and holsters
- •Serve your community by educating shooters on safety and proficiency
Classes are intentionally kept small—maximum 12 students per course—so you actually get hands-on attention from the instructors.
| Course | Length | Cost | What You'll Teach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Pistol Instructor | 8+ hours | $300 | Revolvers, semi-automatics, fundamentals, safety |
| Basic Rifle Instructor | 14+ hours | $300 | Rifle operation, shooting positions, cleaning |
| Basic Shotgun Instructor | 10+ hours | $300 | Shotgun operation, moving targets, safety |
| Chief Range Safety Officer | 9 hours | $300 | RSO duties, range procedures, emergency response |
| Personal Protection (Home) | 8 hours | $300 | Defensive shooting, home defense strategy, law |
| Personal Protection (Outside) | 9-14 hours | $300 | Carry, storage, outdoor defense tactics, law |
| Refuse to Be a Victim Instructor | Variable | $250 | Crime prevention, personal safety, home security |
| Home Firearm Safety Instructor | 4 hours | $250 | Safe handling, storage, accident prevention |
| Metallic Cartridge Reloading | 8 hours | $300 | Teach ammunition reloading techniques |
| Shotgun Shell Reloading | 8 hours | $300 | Teach shotgun shell reloading |
| Basic Muzzleloading Instructor | 12+ hours | $300 | Muzzleloader rifle, shotgun, or pistol |
Basic Instructor Training is required within 2 years prior to your course date—and it's included at no additional charge. All prices cover:
- •Range fees
- •Basic instructor training materials
- •The Basic Instructor Training Class itself
- •Basic student materials
- •Your instructor materials
Classroom + Range Time. Most courses combine classroom instruction with live-fire range work. For example, Personal Protection courses have students shoot approximately 100 rounds of ammunition. Rifle training includes shooting from bench rest, prone, sitting, standing, and kneeling positions.
Legal Instruction Covered. Lessons on firearms and self-defense law are taught by licensed attorneys or law enforcement officers with appropriate POST certification—not just any instructor.
- •Experienced shooters ready to teach
- •People who want to turn their shooting skills into income
- •Range safety officers looking for official certification
- •Instructors seeking multiple NRA ratings
Prerequisite note: Some courses like Personal Protection require prior NRA certification (Basic Pistol, FIRST Steps) or equivalent proof of shooting competency.
Automatic discounts: - Boy Scout members and leaders: 10% off - Military: 10% off - Law enforcement: 10% off - Fire fighters: 10% off - Groups of 4 or more: 20% off
"We offer instructor certification package deals for those seeking multiple ratings."
Multiple rating packages combine courses like Pistol + Rifle + Shotgun instructor certifications at bundled pricing.
- •Small class sizes keep attention high (max 12 per class)
- •Payment required minimum 14 days before course start
- •Registrations after the 14-day deadline incur an expedited shipping charge
- •All course packets arrive on time when you pay early
Courses run in Arizona and Colorado with a full calendar of upcoming dates.
Basic Pistol Instructors can teach: - NRA Basic Pistol Blended Learning - NRA Basic Pistol Instructor Led Training - NRA Laser Marksmanship - Additional advanced pistol courses
Refuse to Be a Victim Instructors teach crime prevention seminars (4-5 hours full, or 1-2 hours modified) covering: - Criminal psychology - Automobile crimes and carjacking avoidance - Cyber safety and home security - Personal safety devices and techniques
Each Course Includes: - NRA official handbook for your subject - NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure - Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet (where applicable) - Course completion certificate - Formal student examination (for most courses)