Fisher Arms

Fisher Arms, operated by Chief Instructor Keith Fisher, is located about 3 miles from Hillsboro, Missouri (south of St. Louis on Highway B). Keith isn't just an NRA Certified Instructor—he's also an NRA-appointed Training Counselor who certifies other instructors, and he's one of only two Massad Ayoob Group Staff Instructors in Missouri.

Missouri law requires a minimum 8-hour CCW class. Fisher Arms classes run 8.5 hours typically, often longer depending on questions. Here's what you cover:

• •Missouri CCW permit laws, where you can and cannot carry
• •Basic pistol mechanics and safe handling
• •How to choose a pistol that fits your hand size, grip strength, and lifestyle (not just what looks good)

• •Self-defense vs. practice ammunition
• •Selection criteria for defensive rounds
• •1-hour lunch break

• •Proven shooting techniques with hands-on training
• •SIRT laser training pistol and computerized LASR target monitoring system
• •See your improvement before live fire
• •10-15 minutes per student at the range, never more than two shooters at once
• •Most students leave shooting more accurately than when they arrived

Lesson 6: The Critical Part—Self-Defense Aftermath (1.5-2 hours) This is what separates Fisher Arms from basic firearms courses. Keith covers: - Ways to avoid needing your pistol - Recognition and response when confrontation is unavoidable - What happens during and immediately after defensive action - The 911 call and dealing with police - Adrenaline effects on your body, decision-making, and fine motor skills - Emotional, biological, and social repercussions most people never expect

This isn't meant to scare you—it's meant to prepare you for reality.

• •Different carry methods for different seasons and clothing
• •Pistol cleaning and maintenance
• •Class typically wraps at 5:30pm

Keith Fisher's training pedigree is substantial:

• •Massad Ayoob certified: Completed MAG 40 (40 hours: 20 shooting + 20 legal/ethical), scored 296/300 on shooting, 100% on legal exam
• •Advanced instruction: Completed MAG 30 (30-hour advanced course, 3,000 rounds in 3 days) and MAG-IC (instructor certification)
• •RangeMaster certified: Master Defensive Pistol Instructor and Defensive Shotgun Instructor
• •NRA Expert: Qualified as NRA Marksmanship Expert with pistol
• •Competition background: IPSC and IPDA competition shooter
• •Philosophy: No one-size-fits-all instruction. Keith introduces multiple shooting concepts and helps you find what works for your abilities and lifestyle. You won't be forced into a specific gun or method.

"I've trained with 7 professional firearms trainers affiliated with the NRA and taken 6 different CCW classes to learn how different instructors teach it. I've taken the best techniques from each and added my own approach." — Keith Fisher

Even though permitless carry is now legal in Missouri, a Missouri CCW permit has real advantages:

Check reciprocity at: http://www.ago.mo.gov/divisions/public-safety/concealed-carry-reciprocity

• •NRA Home Firearm Safety Course (4 hours, non-firing)
• •1 hour each on rifles, pistols, shotguns
• •1 hour on general safety and storage
• •2 hours handling firearms to familiarize yourself
• •Great for families, any mature age
• •POST certified (law enforcement: 3 hours Technical + 1 hour Firearms Skill)
• •Pricing: First family member at standard rate, second at reduced rate, additional children at lowest rate

• •NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Certification (non-firing)
• •Must be 21+ to certify
• •Perfect for gun club members, youth groups (Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4H, FFA)
• •Improves club insurance rates
• •POST certified (law enforcement: 9 hours Technical credit)
• •$110 per person

NRA Refuse To Be A Victim Seminar: Personal safety course (not firearms-focused) covering home security, vehicle safety, public awareness, and cyber safety. Offered roughly quarterly; minimum 4 students, max 12 in-classroom (unlimited if held at your facility). :::

Keith is also certified by the American Heart Association to teach: - AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) full classroom course: 4 hours — $60 - AHA BLS Skills Session (after online training): 2 hours — $40 - First Aid/CPR/AED courses - Wilderness and Remote First Aid

All classes start at 8am, conclude at noon. Can be scheduled any day and can travel to your location if you have 6-8+ students.

• •Range Setup: Enclosed shooting shack with heating, shoots through opening to outside

• •Supplies: CCW, NRA Basic Pistol, and Basic Rifle classes provide guns and ammunition. Other courses require you to bring your own (but you're welcome to bring yours to any class).

• •Class Size: Never cancels even with one student. Small groups get undivided instructor attention; larger classes benefit from diverse student questions.

• •Suppressed Pistols: Fisher Arms offers suppressed pistol training in some classes—legal under direct supervision of instructor (assuming you're not a prohibited person).

• •Payment & Deposits: Cash or PayPal only. Deposit required for most classes (security and no-show prevention). Instructor courses require full payment in advance.

• •Return Student Discount: $10 off subsequent classes. $10 off per family member if bringing spouse/children to class.

• •No Exceptions on 8-Hour Requirement: Even if you're an expert shot with military or SWAT background, Missouri law requires full attendance—no skipping out early.

• •Age Requirements:
• •CCW class: 19+ (or 18 if active military)
• •Can take class before reaching age to get permit (no expiration on affidavit)
• •Under 18: Requires written parental/guardian permission
• •Instructor/RSO courses: 21+
• •Bring your gun to learn more about it during range time

• •Location: Hillsboro is 28 miles south of the intersection of Highway 270 and Tesson Ferry (Highway 21). Classes taught by appointment only; address provided upon registration.