North Gate Armory

About North Gate Armory

About North Gate Armory

The North Gate Armory was started out of a passion for all things firearm and gear related. Anthony Orosco founded The North Gate Armory in 2021 after his wife and friends encouraged him to start firearm instruction as many complimented him on his easy teaching style, his friendly disposition and his ability to take a first time shooter and make them feel safe and confident in the handling of their firearm. Anthony takes a Biblical approach to his life and instruction in that we are to be gentle and meek but also we are commanded to be protectors, "Learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow's cause"  (Isaiah 1:17).   Anthony's company motto is, "Making Citizen's Capable!" For several years Anthony has taken instruction from the industry's top firearm instructors like Karl Erickson, John McPhee, Kyle Defoor, David Acosta, Kris Paranto, Paraclet Consulting, Aaron Baruga, Scott Jedinski and Matthew Little. 

Anthony started Ko Ju Kan Jujitsu Academy in Late 1990's located in San Antonio, Texas. He was under Shihan Lee Goodridge and earned his black belt in Sho Sho Ryu Aikibujitsu. He now takes that expereince in martial arts and imparts it in his firearms instruction, which is also a form of martial arts. In 2019 Anthony was training under Sergeant Major (Retired) Karl Erickson (aka The Tactical Rifleman on YouTube) and Karl asked Anthony to be his Texas instructor. Anthony now helps cordinate and instruct all Tactical Rifleman Texas courses. Click here for more information on Tactical Rifleman courses. 

North Gate Armory (NGA) offers classes geared to first time shooters who may not own a firearm yet as well as shooters looking to get away from the static line shooting offered at most gun ranges to train in drills/scenarios geared more for self-defense. Below is a testimony from a fellow firearms instructor.

Hello,

I am excited to recommend Anthony Orosco as an exceptional firearms instructor. I worked alongside Anthony for more than 4 years and have found him to be a natural at his craft.

As Colleagues, we worked on courses that challenged client skill sets and improved the comfort and competence of those we trained. Specifically, we developed shooter’s ability to perform under stress and problem solve to increase their effectiveness while operating the handgun and rifle for defense.

Anthony can see details that other instructors would miss, then he would clearly and effectively communicate his observations to the client providing a strong, evidence based, solution to improve their skill sets.

I have personally seen him identify the need to slightly shift a grip, or a trigger finger, to its proper position for a seasoned shooter which immediately improved their accuracy and speed. In that same course, I watched as he coached a new shooter in the basics of trigger control to tune the clients mind and hand resulting in a clear improvement to the client’s confidence.

If you need a true teacher that has the skills and ability to identify, communicate, and improve your shooting, regardless of your experience level, you need to collaborate with him.

Sean Deboy

North Gate Armory offers a unique class called,  "Before You Buy A Gun". This class is designed around people who know they want a firearm but are unsure of just what gun to buy. NGA will provide all firearms, ammo and hearing protection for this class. The student will be able to handle, operate and shoot a good variety of firearms from various manufacturers. This can be provide useful information when deciding which firearm best suits them for home defense and/or personal carry.

Before You Buy A Gun - Cost -  $175 Course Time - 2.5 hours Course Description - We will cover all aspects of firearm safety and rules and commands for a safe gun range experience. You will learn the parts and safe operation of a gun; how to load and unload; methods of carry. And finally how to shoot and enjoy your new firearm. For an additional fee Anthony Orosco will meet with you at a gun store to assist you in this all important decision of purchasing your own firearm.

What's Needed? - There is nothing needed for this course but a desire to learn. Wear clothing suited for the weather/season. No open toed shoes like flip flops or sandals. Women: no low cut tops/tube tops. Eye protection is provided but sunglasses or prescription glasses are fine. A brimmed hat and/or sunscreen are recommended, water, and snacks.

Foundations Of Pistol - Cost - $150 Course Time - 2.5 hours  Course Description - In this course we will lay the ground work for an enjoyable and succesful journey of your shooting experience. We will cover gun range safety, the draw of the firearm, grip, sight picture, trigger and recoil management. We will also cover stance and introduce various shooting positions. The key with this class is "solid fundamentals". Follow ups to this and all NGA Foundation Classes, student(s) receive a 15% discount towards their future classes to continue their growth and knowledge.

What's Needed?  
A working and servicable handgun (9mm or higher caliber)
150 rounds of quality training ammo
Proper clothing for the season (Rain or shine we train)
A quality holster/battle belt to carry your handgun and at least 1 extra magazine (IWB, OWB both fine)
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks and water recommended.

Foundations Of Carbine - Cost - $150 Course Time - 2.5 hours Course Description - In this carbine (rifle) course we will lay ground work for an enjoyable and succesful journey of your shooting experience. We will cover gun safety, range commands for a safe experience, how to load and unload your rifle magazine, the importance of a sling, stance, grip and sight picture. Follow ups to this, and all NGA Foundation Classes, student(s) receive a 15% discount towards their future classes to continue their growth and knowledge.

What's Needed? 
A working and servicable carbine rifle (9mm, 5.56)
150 rounds of quality training ammo
Proper clothing for the season (Rain or shine we train)
Sling, extra magazines and at least the ability to carry 1 spare magazine (chest rig, plate carrier or belt)
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks and water recommended.

Capable Citizen - Cost - $250 Course Time 3.5 hours Course Description - This is a course designed to cover sets of skills for the average concerned citizen. In this course we cover both pistol and carbine (rifle), and their use in conjunction. We will cover basic "Stop The Bleed" techniques and also basics of combatives, empty hand and edge weapon. Do you have a "truck kit" or a "Go-bag"? How many times have you trained with deploying that kit or shooting with gear on (chest rig, back pack) your person? Well this course helps you figure out what works and what doesn't as it pertains to your kit. 

What's Needed?
A working and servicable handgun and carbine
A quality holster (no serpa) with belt and ability to carry 2 or more magazines
A quality rifle sling, ability to carry 2 or more magazines, chest rig, plate carrier, back pack, etc
200 rounds quality training ammo per weapon system (no green-tip)
An edged weapon with quality sheath and inert trainer blade
IFAK or Blow out kit with tourniquet 
Hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, snacks and water recommended.

Certifications

Anthony orosco has attened and passed USCCA Certification. 

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