Description
The Firearms Instructor Certification is the first course of .38’s “Firearms Instructor Development School”, a program that focuses on certifying, specializing and developing Firearms Instructors to the highest standards of performance, knowledge, and teaching capabilities.
Upon the successful completion of this course, the new Instructor will be able to teach, under supervision, basic manipulations and concepts as well as correct fundamental mistakes in a course environment both in the range and classroom.
Prerequisites: Completion of Advanced Pistol I
Topics
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- Firearms History;
- Gun Legislation;
- Safety;
- Introduction to Teaching / Instructor’s Conduct / Instructor’s Doctrine;
- Firearms, Accessories and Equipments;
- Attention to Details;
- Ballistics;
- Ammunition Reloading;
- Shooting Fundamentals;
- Solving Malfunctions;
- Shooting on the Move;
- Single Hand Manipulations;
- Combatives / Weapons Retentions;
- Low Light Fundamentals;
- CQB Fundamentals;
- Combat Trauma / TCCC;
- Sports Shooting / Practical Shooting;
- Weapons Maintenance.
Duration
100 Hours
Our Instructors
Jake Engelen is a former Marine Infantry Machine Gunner with combat deployments to Afghanistan. As a Squad Leader, Jake gained extensive experience in private security detail, working directly with his battalion commander and other high-ranking officials in high-pressure, dynamic environments.
For the past seven years, Jake has been an integral part of the .38 America instructor team, teaching a variety of disciplines in both Brazil and the United States. His expertise in firearms instruction is complemented by his dedication to martial arts, showcasing a well-rounded approach to training.
Jake also holds a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics, reflecting his analytical mindset and precision, both on and off the range. His diverse skill set and commitment to excellence make him a vital asset to the .38 America team.
Ryan Jensen has been immersed in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) for over 25 years, beginning his journey as a teenager and competing at the highest levels of the sport. His professional career includes fights in the UFC, Strikeforce, Bellator, VFC, and Sport Fight, among others. A Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, Ryan has demonstrated both technical mastery and a passion for the art.
In addition to competing, Ryan is a dedicated coach and mentor. As the owner and Director of Premier Combat Center, one of the Midwest’s leading combat gyms, he has trained some of the top talent in MMA today. Beyond the sport, Ryan has spent over 15 years training local and federal law enforcement agents in defensive tactics, focusing on practical and effective techniques for real-world applications.
Currently, Ryan serves as a Master Combatives Instructor at .38 America, as well as Founder and Director of Complete Tactical Consultants, where his expertise in coaching and training continues to impact students and professionals alike.