XMTG Firearms Training Academy

XMTG Firearms Training Academy is a professional firearms training facility located in Scurry, east of Dallas, Texas. Founded by James Ferguson, a retired Mesquite Police Department veteran with over 30 years of law enforcement experience, XMTG specializes in comprehensive firearms instruction for law enforcement, military personnel, security professionals, and responsible citizens.

The academy offers specialized courses across multiple disciplines:

• •Precision Rifle Training - Advanced long-range shooting techniques and marksmanship
• •Carbine Training - Tactical rifle and carbine proficiency courses
• •Handgun Training - Pistol fundamentals and defensive shooting skills
• •Sniper Training - Specialized instruction (Law Enforcement/Military only)
• •Group Events - Custom training packages for organizations and teams

XMTG maintains a professional training environment designed to minimize student stress while maximizing skill development. Under the leadership of founder James Ferguson and co-founder Donna Ferguson, the academy has assembled expert instructors with extensive field experience. The training philosophy emphasizes building confidence and developing practical skill sets applicable to real-world scenarios.

Instructors bring credentials from tactical operations, sniper team leadership, range management, and agency training coordination. The academy has logged thousands of instructional hours across academy classes, in-service training, and civilian firearms education.

Regardless of shooting experience or background, students benefit from a non-judgmental learning environment where egos are checked at the door. The goal is comprehensive preparation and skill development for whatever situations students may encounter.