Lifeline Tactical

Lifeline Tactical delivers practical firearms instruction and life-saving emergency training in OKC. Founded by Brenton Rocker (firearms specialist with 20+ years experience) and Dr. Peter Estrada (Red Cross CPR instructor), the operation focuses on real-world skills—not just paperwork and certificates.

Firearms Courses (all include live fire): - 1-Hour Private Lesson — Customized one-on-one handgun instruction. Covers handgun parts, ammunition basics, safe handling, and shooting fundamentals. Great for beginners, couples, or anyone nervous about firearms. - Basic Pistol Training (4.5 hours) — Foundational course covering self-defense basics, defensive shooting fundamentals, gear selection, and both basic and advanced shooting skills. Certificate issued upon completion. - Oklahoma SDA Concealed Carry Permit Class (10 hours) — Meets state legal requirements. Covers Oklahoma gun laws, personal & home protection planning, self-defense fundamentals, defensive shooting, legal use of force, and the aftermath of using force. Certificate issued. - American Red Cross CPR/AED (3 hours) — Adult and pediatric CPR, AED operation, emergency response best practices. Red Cross certification included.

Students need to bring their own handgun or revolver—but rentals are available for $5. Eye and ear protection rental is $3. Ammunition requirements vary by course (50 rounds for basic 1-hour lesson, 100 rounds for concealed carry). All ammo must be Full Metal Jacket, brass-cased. Extra magazines, speed loader, holster, range bag, and water are recommended.

If outdoor range conditions are unsafe, classes relocate to one of their indoor partner ranges automatically. Students are notified ahead of time.

Brenton Rocker — USCCA-certified firearms instructor with 20+ years of experience in personal defense and safety education. Students consistently praise his knowledge, patience, and passion for teaching.

Dr. Peter Estrada — Red Cross-certified CPR instructor with medical background and over a decade of safety training experience.

"Brent Rocker was phenomenal! He has the experience (20+ years) and knowledge to teach others the fundamentals of possessing a firearm. Brent also took the time to make sure our questions were answered and that we all were comfortable with the hands-on portion of the course. You can tell this is his passion. Thanks, Brent, for helping boost my confidence and getting me acclimated again with firearms." — Deileisha H. (5/5 stars)

They don't just hand out certificates. The focus is on understanding what you're learning and leaving capable of handling real situations. Instructors bring decades of hands-on experience (Navy firearms training, frontline medical practice) and teach with clarity, patience, and care. Classes emphasize hands-on learning, real-world readiness, community safety, and safety first in every drill.

No refunds on cancellations, but credit or alternate class dates are available.