How Could A Class Change my Life?

How could my life change by taking a safety or firearms class?  Sounds dramatic right?  It is however a valid question to help you understand the many wonderful and powerful possible outcomes.  The level of impact is largely a function of your experiences prior to taking a safety or firearms class.

Many of my students have had some exposure to firearms or lead a reasonably safe life and they walk away from the class with a better understanding of safety and how to shoot. Maybe it ignites a lifelong passion, and they go on taking more classes or become an instructor to pass their passion on.  Others have a very different experience going into the class. 

I have had several students that were in fear for their lives.  Some had restraining orders trying to keep someone away from them.  Some had been physically attacked and put in the hospital and now were afraid to leave their home or apartment.  In situations like this, a safety class like Less Than Lethal or Refuse To Be a Victim or even a concealed carry immersion class empowers them, and they no longer feel helpless. Seeing personalities change when they no longer live in fear is an incredible transition and one that gives me a fulfillment as an instructor like no other.

I have seen some students who have had traumatic experiences with a firearm become firearm instructors and I have some that have just broken down and cried in joy because they overcame one of their largest fears.  These experiences as an instructor are what invigorate me to want to help more people.

I don’t know many instructors that started out understanding that their profession could have that kind of impact but the ones that come to that realization are truly blessed in my opinion. For me knowing that I can change someone’s life, makes me want to be a better instructor.  It makes me want to be the best I possibly can be, to hone my skills not only with safety and shooting but with communication, empathy and understanding.   

I hope you don’t have any traumatic experiences or people that are after you, but if you do, know that there is someone who cares and wants to help.

Hope to see you in class!