RAB Firearms Training and Consulting, LLC

RAB Firearms Training and Consulting is run by Rich Bruno, a full-time New Jersey police officer since 2007 and certified Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor. He spent 8 years on a Regional SWAT Team as primary assault team member, Firearms Instructor, and CQB Instructor. That background shows in how the training is structured.

They offer a progression of classes that actually make sense:

Handgun Training - Intro to Handgun (4 hours) - New shooters learn grip, sight picture, trigger control, firearm safety, and NJ law. You'll shoot live rounds and handle weapon maintenance. Requires 200 rounds of ammo and 2 magazines. - Intermediate Handgun (4 hours) - Students with basic skills learn drawing from holster, reloads, moving while shooting, malfunction drills, and recoil management. Needs 300 rounds and 3 magazines. - Performance Pistol (4 hours) - Advanced work on marksmanship, speed, vision, and shooting from holster while moving. This one burns 600 rounds and is not for new shooters. Note: No SERPA holsters allowed.

Rifle Training - Intro to Rifle (4 hours) - Built for AR-15/M4 platform owners with zero rifle experience. Covers weapons operation, sights (red dot and iron), safety, and your rifle gets zeroed by the end so you can train solo. - Intermediate Rifle (4 hours) - For shooters ready to move beyond basics. Covers kneeling and prone positions, mechanical offsets, malfunctions, moving and shooting, and zero procedures. Bring 500 rounds.

Licensing & Security - NJ Permit to Carry Class - Required for concealed carry in New Jersey. - Police Academy Recruit Prep - Specialized training for people entering law enforcement. - Residential Security Assessments - They'll evaluate your home layout, current security setup, and recommend urgent fixes plus optional enhancements.

Rich Bruno holds active certifications as a Firearms Instructor, Rifle Instructor, Pistol Red Dot Instructor, Active Shooter/Critical Response Instructor, Defensive Tactics Instructor, and more. He's also a certified Smith & Wesson M&P Armorer and Colt M16/M4 Armorer.

The instructors describe themselves as "patient, personable, understanding, and treat every student as family."

If scheduled classes don't fit your timeline, you can request private instruction on any topic.