Buckhorn Firearms Training

About Buckhorn Firearms Training

I have been teaching adult education in one form or another for over 25 years. A proud retiree of the Sun City Fire Department, I spent over 27 years serving the community as a firefighter/Paramedic. 

I have been an avid firearm advocate for as long as I can remember. In addition to teaching, I am constantly striving to iprove my own skills not only as an instructor, but as a shooter. 

The right to keep and bear arms is fundamental to all of our other rights as citizens of this great country. Learning to shoot safely and proficiently is paramount to keeping those rights. I teach like I would want to be taught. I have a strict adherence to safety, but understand not everyone is on the same phase of their shooting journey. Some may be comfortable around firearms. New shooters, or those who haven't shot for an extended time period, may be more apprehensive. That's OK, we can start you wherever you are, and take you to where you want to be.

Certifications

NRA Certified Instructor, Basic Pistol, Refuse to Be a Victim, Personal Protection in the House
Range Safety Officer
Arizona Certified Paramedic
Authorized OSHA Instructor
Arizona DPS General Instructor

Policies

Cancellation Policy

IF we have to cancel a class, you will receive a full refund, and a 10% discount on a future class for your inconvenience. If we have to cancel the range portion of any class due to inclement weather, we will hold the classroom portion and reschedule the range portion.
All cancellations must be via text or email. Voice mail is not sufficient notice.
If you cancel at least 14 days in advance of a class or training, tuition is fully refundable less a $25 processing fee.
If you cancel less than 14 days but more than 7 days in advance, you will receive a 50% refund. 
No refunds are given if less than 7 days cancellation notice is given.
If an emergency occurs the morning of the class and you are unable to make it, please call 623-340-0047.

Reschedule Policy

Students may reschedule to another class with the same instructor with no financial penalty, assuming there is room in the future class. If you must reschedule with less than 7 days notice, there will be a $25 processing fee. If you have an emergency the morning of class, contact the instructor via phone or text and you will be offered a rescheduling opportunity. There is no rescheduling of classes if you do not call or show up the day of class. 

Refund Policy

IF we have to cancel a class, you will receive a full refund, and a 10% discount on a future class for your inconvenience. If we have to cancel the range portion of any class due to inclement weather, we will hold the classroom portion and reschedule the range portion.
All cancellations must be via text or email. Voice mail is not sufficient notice.
If you cancel at least 14 days in advance of a class or training, tuition is fully refundable less a $25 processing fee.
If you cancel less than 14 days but more than 7 days in advance, you will receive a 50% refund. 
No refunds are given if less than 7 days cancellation notice is given.
If an emergency occurs the morning of the class and you are unable to make it, please call 623-340-0047.

Other Policy

No one other than class registrants are permitted on the range. 
No one will be permitted to shoot with a firearm that is not in good operating condition. If you have a question, please contact the instructor prior to class. An operational check will be done prior to range time starting.
Long pants and closed toed shoes are mandatory.
No one is permitted on the range without eye and ear protection. Specific types are up to you, but safety glasses must meet the ANSI Z87.1 rating and can be purchased many places, including hardware stores. Electronic hearing protection is preferred, but disposable in-ear foam ear protection is acceptable. No makeshift hearing protection (like cotton)allowed. No refunds will be offered if appropriate clothing and safety gear is not worn.

Waiver

A liability waiver will be emailed to prospective students after initial registration. Waivers may either be signed and returned via email or turned in at the beginning of class. Students will NEVER be allowed to participate in live fire exercises without  a signed waiver.

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