Semper Fi Firearms Training
Semper Fi Firearms Training operates under the leadership of Andre Macon, Chief Instructor and former U.S. Marine who served as a Marksmanship Firearm Instructor. Macon trained personnel across all branches of the Armed Forces—Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Marines—in firearms fundamentals and advance...
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Semper Fi Firearms Training operates under the leadership of Andre Macon, Chief Instructor and former U.S. Marine who served as a Marksmanship Firearm Instructor. Macon trained personnel across all branches of the Armed Forces—Army, Navy, Coast Guard, and Marines—in firearms fundamentals and advanced weaponry. Now an NRA Certified Instructor and NRA Training Counselor (one of the highest honors in NRA education), he brings military-grade instruction to civilian concealed carry licensing.
The Basic Pistol course meets all state requirements for Michigan CPL and Florida CCW/CWP licenses. Eight hours of instruction covers:
- •Safe storage, use, and handling of pistols
- •Ammunition knowledge and shooting fundamentals
- •Firearms laws, civil liability, and use of deadly force
- •Criminal avoidance and violent confrontation control
- •State-specific concealed carry regulations
The price is straightforward: $125 includes free firearm rental, lunch, and ammunition (extra ammo available for $15-$35). Upon completion, you receive a certificate required for your state CCW/CPL application.
No online classes. All training happens in-person with classroom instruction followed by live range time. This isn't a test mill—it's hands-on training from Marines.
Michigan Classes (Holiday Inn Express, 27451 Schoolcraft Rd, Livonia MI 48150) - Weekend and weekday options available - Seating limited - $50 deposit reserves your seat; full $125 payment completes registration - Phone: 313-346-7386
Florida Classes (Shoot Straight, 2200 S. State Road, Ft. Lauderdale FL 33312) - Weekend and weekday options available - Includes required photo for application - $50 deposit, $135 full course - Phone: 954-228-5142
Advanced CCW/CPL Courses dig deeper into concealed carry application for those with prior shooting experience. Level 2 and Level 3 courses run 5 hours and cost $135.
Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT) Self-Defense Training is for anyone—armed or not. Courses teach controlling assailants with as little as 2 pounds of finger-touch pressure applied to nerve points, plus defensive counter-strikes for high-level resistance. Designed for everyday citizens, security personnel, military, and law enforcement. Two modules:
- •Course 1A: Weapon Retention & Disarming ($100) — Learn holstered and drawn weapon defense
- •Course 1B: Tactical Handcuffing & Joint Lock Control ($150 combined with 1A)
Semper Fi runs NRA Instructor Training Courses across Michigan, Illinois, and Florida. Upon completion, you'll meet all requirements to teach concealed pistol license courses. Options include:
- •5-Day NRA Instructor Course: $575 (held January-March 2026)
- •1-Day NRA "Refuse to Be a Victim" Instructor Course: $275
These courses don't teach shooting—they teach how to teach. Prerequisites include basic shooting skills.
Macon holds multiple certifications:
| Credential | Role |
|---|---|
| NRA Certified Instructor | Teaches basic firearm training |
| NRA Training Counselor | Trains new NRA Certified Instructors (appointed by NRA Education Division) |
| USCCA Certified Instructor | Alternative concealed carry certification |
| USCCA Training Counselor | Trains USCCA instructor candidates |
| PPCT Certified Instructor | Pressure Point Control Tactics training |
| Pre-Paid Legal Associate | Emergency legal representation access |
"All of our instructors are U.S. Marines and NRA and USCCA Certified."
As a Pre-Paid Legal Associate, Semper Fi connects students with 24-hour emergency legal representation. Coverage includes:
- •Trial defense legal services
- •Preventive legal services
- •Motor vehicle legal services
- •IRS audit services
- •Identity theft protection
- •Critical for self-defense situations where you've used force
- •Payment Methods: Debit, Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover. No PayPal account needed for online payments.
- •Phone Deposits: Call 313-346-7386 (Michigan) or 954-228-5142 (Florida) to reserve seats with a $50 deposit.
- •Note: All payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. Weekend and weekday dates available year-round with limited seating.