Steve's Firearm Instruction

Steve Levitt founded Steve's Firearm Instruction in 2013 with a straightforward mission: get new shooters started safely and help seasoned shooters sharpen their fundamentals. His credentials are solid. He holds a Bachelor's degree (cum laude) in criminal justice from Curry College, graduated from the police academy, and served two years as an Auxiliary Police Officer with the Randolph Police Department. He's trained alongside special operations units and task forces, bringing that law enforcement discipline to every class.

"I began this business to start new shooters on the right path to safety and to help them through their journey as new firearm owners. I want to pass on the skills I have obtained through my extensive experience and training. I strive to make the uncomfortable, comfortable and to make those who feel nervous, confident."

All courses at Steve's are state-approved "Basic Firearm Safety Courses" under MGL Ch. 140, Sec. 131P (a). Complete one class, and you're eligible to apply for your License to Carry (LTC) or Firearms Identification Card (FID). You only take one class—just one—to qualify.

$180 per person

This is the hands-on option. You'll learn: - Safety fundamentals and gun handling rules - Pistol types and how they work - Marksmanship basics - Multiple firing positions - Practical range exercises (one-on-one coaching) - Storage requirements - Pistol sports and recreational shooting

Firearms and ammunition provided. No experience necessary. Classes stay small so everyone gets real attention on the range.

$125 per person

No shooting, but plenty of hands-on learning. You'll handle common pistols, rifles, and shotguns while learning: - Safe gun handling rules - How to identify and unload different firearms - Ammunition basics - Cleaning and maintenance - Storage options - Ammunition types

Perfect if you want classroom instruction without the range component, or if you prefer to test the waters before committing to live fire.

$50 per firearm

Steve also offers focused workshops on maintaining your pistol. Learn the right tools, proper disassembly, cleaning techniques, and reassembly—all under direct instruction. Bring your own gun or use one of Steve's. Available by request only, so you can schedule around your schedule.

Think of the class as the key that opens the application door. Here's what happens:

1. Take your class - One session, one-on-one shooting included 2. You're now qualified - Certificate of completion satisfies state prerequisite 3. Apply with your town - Visit or call your local police department to apply for LTC or FID 4. Steve stays available - Even after class ends, Steve answers follow-up questions about the application process, firearm selection, or safety questions

Each Massachusetts town handles applications differently, but most police departments are used to fielding these questions. Steve helps walk you through it.

Reviews consistently highlight the same things:

• •Hands-on, personalized attention - One-on-one shooting means real coaching, not lecture-to-30-people
• •Nerve management - Steve's approach builds confidence in nervous first-timers. Several reviewers mentioned walking in scared and leaving confident
• •Knowledge beyond slides - He adds real-world examples, uses videos, keeps it interesting
• •Post-class support - Students report Steve continues helping with questions after the course ends
• •Experienced instruction - Multiple reviewers noted his encyclopedic firearms knowledge and law enforcement background set him apart

One student summed it up: "We did our research and we're looking for a course that was going to make us as ready as possible... Steve's class was everything and more."

Address: 971 Central St., Stoughton, MA 02072

Live-fire portions happen at a nearby range (not the storefront). All classroom instruction takes place at the Central Street location.

Steve also operates Steve's Tactical, a federally and state-licensed firearms retailer at the same location. All students get $20 off their first firearm purchase in the shop. If you're not sure what gun is right for you, Steve offers advice on selecting a first firearm based on your specific needs and hand size.

• •NRA Certified Basic Pistol Instructor
• •NRA Home Firearm Safety Instructor
• •Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety Course Instructor
• •Police Academy Graduate
• •Emergency Medical Technician (State Certified)
• •10+ years of safe firearm operation

• •Phone: (781) 436-0549
• •Email: [email protected]
• •Address: 971 Central St., Stoughton, MA 02072