Dooley Defense LLC is run by Nick Dooley, a firearms instructor with three decades of experience and serious credentials. He's an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, a graduate of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Master Trainer program, and a certified South Dakota Deadly Force Instructor. His military backg...
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Dooley Defense LLC is run by Nick Dooley, a firearms instructor with three decades of experience and serious credentials. He's an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, a graduate of the U.S. Army Marksmanship Master Trainer program, and a certified South Dakota Deadly Force Instructor. His military background includes 23 years in the South Dakota Army National Guard with 14 years teaching small arms, followed by 10 years as a civilian firearms instructor.
South Dakota Enhanced Concealed Carry - Covers basic firearms safety, self-defense principles, SD firearms and use of force laws - Includes handgun operation and 100-round live fire qualification - $100 per student | Outdoor range, rain or shine - Upcoming classes: Fort Pierre (Feb 14) and Gettysburg (Mar 14)
Defensive Pistol 1 - For beginners and experienced shooters looking to sharpen skills - Covers grip, sight alignment, malfunction clearing, drawing from holster, movement with a firearm - Teaches self-diagnosis and correction of shooting errors - Includes threat identification and use of cover
Carbine 1 - Designed for AR-15 platform shooters, all experience levels - Covers safe handling, tactical reloads, malfunction clearing, rapid target acquisition - Emphasizes modern marksmanship principles and efficient movement - Students develop grouping, zeroing, and target engagement skills
Rental handguns available if you contact them before class—you just need to bring ammunition.
Beyond training, Dooley Defense operates a full gun shop and offers private classes plus virtual simulation training.
Contact: - Email: [email protected] - Location: Pierre, South Dakota
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