NJ Sharpshooters

NJ Sharpshooters operates as a non-profit Second Amendment advocacy organization focused on practical firearms training and education for New Jersey residents. Their mission is straightforward: provide quality instruction on semi-automatic pistols and rifles while actively supporting 2A rights in a state that doesn't make it easy.

The organization runs structured course progressions:

Pistol Training - Pistol Zero: Foundational safety and mechanics - Pistol 1: Basic shooting fundamentals ($150-175 per course) - Pistol 2: Advanced skill development with speed, accuracy at distance, movement drills, and stage planning ($200-225) - Ladies-Only Courses: Dedicated instruction for female shooters - Concealed Carry Considerations: Specialized CCW-focused training ($150)

Rifle Training - Rifle 1: Modern rifle fundamentals ($175-200) - Rifle 2: Advanced rifle techniques building on established basics - Modern Considerations: Blended pistol-rifle skill application

Specialty Programs - Competition-focused instruction (Steel Challenge, intro to competition formats) - Private training available in 1-8 hour blocks - Member-exclusive events and specialized seminars

Courses operate primarily at: - Wawa Range (1180 NJ-70, Whiting, NJ 08759) - Full-day courses, 8:45 AM start with escort to range - Recoil Shooting Range (25 Mott Ave, Monroe, NJ 08831) - Evening courses 6-9 PM - Community Range Days - Various venues including Shore Shot Pistol Range (Lakewood)

Courses regularly fill to capacity with 16-seat classes. Recent sessions on competitive shooting and advanced pistol drills sold out quickly.

Beyond range instruction, NJ Sharpshooters provides: - Guidance on New Jersey F.I.D. (Firearms Identification Card) applications - Handgun permit process navigation - Firearm and gear recommendations - Legal resources through partnerships (US Law Shield seminars documented)

The organization positions itself as the go-to resource for "all things 2A related" in New Jersey—particularly valuable given the state's restrictive regulatory environment.

The team includes: - Lionel "Lucky" Giron (President/Founder): Firearms instructor with background in local, county, and state politics - Nicholas Cuza (Chief Range Safety Officer): 10+ years firearms instruction and security background - Nicolas Lovett (Legislative Director): Founding member focused on 2A advocacy and policy - Samuel Spears (Outreach Officer): 21 years railroad management experience, community building focus

Members get access to exclusive courses, special guest instructors, team competitions, and member-only range events. The organization also hosts youth events through partnerships (Order of DeMolay events documented).

NJ Sharpshooters has brought in recognized names including Dave Wampler for competition instruction and hosts specialty events like "Rogue Methods" guest instruction sessions. They've also partnered with organizations like Glock for member-exclusive comparison events.

Prospective members apply through their membership application form. Current members can pay annual dues online. Course registration happens through their events calendar, with most classes ranging from $100-225 depending on duration and difficulty level.

• •Stay Sharp, Shooters — their motto captures the philosophy: continuous improvement through quality instruction and community.