Our Approach
Building on strong training fundamentals, we use a variety of methods to help the individual achieve the success they seek.
Our Story
Located in Southern Arizona With deep roots in both law enforcement and the medical field, our instructors bring decades of real‑world expertise to every class. We use the skills we’ve honed in high‑pressure, professional environments to help people from every background build competence, confidence, and capability. Safety is our foundation. We create a calm, supportive training environment where students can focus, learn, and grow without distraction.
A dedicated team of professionals committed to every student’s success.
Meet the Team
Vicki Hawkins — Certified NRA Instructor
Our Founder
With more than thirty years in the medical field and over a decade as a professional educator, Vicki brings a unique blend of compassion, clarity, and real‑world experience to every class. A lifelong recreational shooter and hunter, she recognized a major gap in the firearms training world: a place where the non‑operator—everyday people with everyday lives—could learn the fundamentals in a comfortable, supportive environment. Her mission is simple: help students build the confidence and skills they need to protect themselves and their families.
Robert Hawkins — Certified NRA Instructor
New Mexico CCW Instructor #1032
Robert brings a deep well of experience from his years in law enforcement, including five years as a law enforcement firearms instructor. With more than thirty‑five years of teaching civilians and officers alike, he has developed a reputation for clear instruction, practical guidance, and a calm, professional presence on the range. As a competitive shooter for over three decades, Robert blends technical precision with real‑world application to help students grow quickly and safely.
Next Steps
If you’re ready to build or improve your firearms skills, you’re in the right place. Explore our Training Schedule or contact us to arrange custom training for yourself or your group.