Shoot Smart Safely
Al Jenis started shooting .22 rifles at 12 years old with his father, learning early what gun ownership really means. After two years as Military Police carrying a .45 ACP, he spent years shooting trap, skeet, and hunting before realizing young hunters needed real safety instruction. He became an NY...
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Al Jenis started shooting .22 rifles at 12 years old with his father, learning early what gun ownership really means. After two years as Military Police carrying a .45 ACP, he spent years shooting trap, skeet, and hunting before realizing young hunters needed real safety instruction. He became an NYS Hunter Safety Instructor, then expanded into comprehensive firearms training. Today, Shoot Smart Safely serves Erie, Niagara, Genesee, and Chautauqua counties across 18+ locations in Western NY.
Their courses go beyond checking boxes. Pistol permit classes cover:
- •Safe handling and operation of handguns
- •Bullet travel distance and ammunition types
- •Revolvers vs. semi-automatics (hammer fire vs. striker fire)
- •NY legal articles 35, 265, 400, and Kathy's Law
Full course lineup:
| Course Type | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Pistol Training | Handgun fundamentals, safety, operation |
| Defensive Pistol | Real-world protection scenarios, mindset training |
| Concealed Carry | Legal ramifications, avoidance, discipline |
| Rifle Training | Safe carrying, aiming, firing, maintenance |
| Shotgun Training | Handling, aiming, skeet, trap, hunting safety |
| Home Firearm Safety | Storage, emergency protocols, household security |
| Personal Protection (Home/Outside) | Self-defense law, practical safety measures |
Small class sizes—typically 4 students max—mean personalized attention instead of getting lost in a crowd.
Al's approach differs from standard training:
- •Military background — Two years as Army Military Police, not just book knowledge
- •Hunter safety focus — Started as NYS Hunter Safety Instructor, understands real-world scenarios
- •Beyond the basics — They cover legal responsibilities, tactical thinking, and mindset—not just how to pull a trigger
- •NRA and NY State certified — Current certifications for all course types offered
- •Arizona pistol permit certified — Additional credential for reciprocal training
"10/10 will recommend to Al to all of my friends, family and colleagues." - Jill T.
"Was happy to have learned the different tactics to make sure that you remain in good legal standing while owning a firearm" - Dan & Tamara M.
Available across Western New York including: Amherst, Batavia, Buffalo, Cheektowaga, Clarence, Elma, Lockport, Niagara Falls, Tonawanda, West Seneca, Eggertsville, Grand Island, Hamburg, Kenmore, Lackawanna, Lancaster, Orchard Park, and Williamsville.
Contact: 716-800-9446 or [email protected]
Classes are scheduled based on demand, so text or call to check current availability and reserve your spot.