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Ashley Brooks
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Heather was patient, professional, and took the time to answer every question without making anyone feel rushed or uncomfortable. What I appreciated most was the strong focus on safety while still making the class engaging and easy to follow. She explained everything in a way that made sense, offered helpful feedback during the hands-on portions, and made sure everyone felt confident before moving on. Whether you're brand new to firearms or just looking to improve your skills, I highly recommend training with Heather.
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cantrell brooks
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I really enjoyed the class. Very informative, Heather made it very easy and calming in a uneasy environment( if ur not use to it)
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Melissa Steinhoff
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Heather was an amazing instructor. My daughter and her cousin learned so much. The examples were very descriptive making it easy to imagine and understand and the way she explained things was amazing. We are so blessed to have had the opportunity to have one of the last classes she was teaching in the area. We flew from CA to visit family and took advantage to take the class with her. Money well spent. I wish she would go into all girl schools and teach this class to young females.
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elena
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Such a great class! Heather was so knowledgeable and trustworthy!
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Emem Idoho
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I had a great experience and the tutor made it easy.
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Sandra Mirakaj
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I honestly can't say enough good things about this class. I was so nervous about going into this Woman's Introduction to Handgun Course because I had zero experience with guns, and they honestly scared me. I almost talked myself out of taking the class because I didn't know what to expect. Heather was an amazing instructor from the very beginning. She made me feel so comfortable, and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand. You can tell she really cares about teaching people the right way and making sure everyone feels safe and confident. By the end of the class, I couldn't believe how much better I felt. I went from not wanting anything to do with a gun to feeling much more comfortable handling one and understanding how to do it safely. I still have a lot to learn, but this class completely changed my mindset and gave me the confidence to keep learning. If you're on the fence because you're nervous or have no experience like I did, I really recommend taking her class. I'm so glad I did, and I'm really grateful to have learned from someone who was so patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging.
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Brooke Morris BSN, RN
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I am a SAHM and took this gun safety course with Heather and it was extremely helpful. I feel more comfortable using a gun to defend myself if something bad were to happen. Heather explained everything about gun safety and how to use a gun. I definitely recommend her and this course!
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Lance Endsley
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Heather was fantastic! She really takes the time necessary to make a safe, educational and fun experience. Her focus on the student and their understanding is excellent and authentic. I am very happy we had her give my son training.
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Amy Bielke
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Heather is an outstanding instructor! She is incredibly patient, knowledgeable, and encouraging throughout the entire lesson. She identified where I was getting stuck and explained everything in a way that immediately made sense. I left feeling so much more confident and comfortable with my firearm. I highly recommend training with Heather—you’ll learn a ton and feel supported every step of the way. Thank you for such a great experience!
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Gloria Berg
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If you are seeking an instructor to guide you in the proper handling of a firearm, Heather is the ideal instructor. She identified my areas of improvement and assisted me in achieving relaxation and correcting them. While I have previously received firearms training, none have provided the patience and meticulous attention that Heather has demonstrated.

My goal isn’t to make you fearful of the world around you. It’s to teach you what to look for, what your options are, and how to make safer decisions before a situation becomes a crisis.

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Women’s Introduction to Handguns

Build confidence and skills with our comprehensive firearm training programs designed for beginners and intermediate-level shooters.

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