Instructor Training

The Well Armed Woman Instructor Courses

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The Well Armed Woman has now trained over 150 female instructors from every nook and cranny of this country By Carrie Lightfoot I don’t talk about our instructor certification courses much, but after spending last weekend with 15 more amazing women who are determined to push through whatever it took to become the best firearms instructors they could be, I just can’t resist. When I launched this division of The Well Armed Woman in February […]

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Training Women To Train Women

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Women journey to gun ownership on a completely different path then men. It is no longer a news flash – women have been and are coming to the world of firearms in huge numbers and with passion. Ranges and firearm training schools are flooded with these feminine firearm freshmen eager to learn everything there is to know about guns and how to use them safely and effectively. At The Well Armed Woman, I am fully

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Instructors: Understanding the Arizona CCW Permit

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Here are some thoughts regarding your role in your student’s CCW permit application process. Acceptable Training for an Arizona CCW Permit.Complete a firearms safety training program pursuant to ARS §13-3112 Obtaining a Permit Applicant Instructions Determine whether you meet the qualifications to obtain a concealed weapon permit: http://www.azdps.gov/Services/Concealed_Weapons/Permits/Obtain/#2 Review the provisions contained in Arizona Revised Statute Title 13, chapters 4 and 31:  http://www.azleg.gov/ArizonaRevisedStatutes.asp?Title=13 Contact the Concealed Weapons Permit Unit, via email to request an application packet which contains

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The 10 things you should do to be an outstanding Instructor

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Be prompt. Don’t penalize those who arrive on time by waiting for others. Arrive early, start on time. Always. Practice the words (The RIGHT words) Practice demonstrations (maintain muzzle discipline, don’t be fumbling) Dress for the occasion. You are an ambassador. Stand up during your class. Walk the room. Throw the podium away. Involve your student in their education. Don’t give them the answers, give them the questions and make them think. (TPI) Don’t blow

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