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Florida's NRA-Certified
Firearms Training Experts

Whether you're taking your first gun safety course in Florida, earning your concealed carry license (CWFL), getting your Florida G License, or becoming a certified NRA firearms instructor — GunSafety4U's faculty brings Special Forces, law enforcement, and competitive shooting experience to every class in Tampa Bay and across the state.

20+
NRA courses
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37+
States that honor
your Florida CWFL
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Rated firearms
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Why GunSafety4U®

Florida's Most Trusted
Firearms Training Team

Students travel from across the United States — and around the world — to train with GunSafety4U®. From first-time shooters to Brinks security officers, Park Rangers, and career NRA instructors, every student leaves with knowledge, skills, attitude, and a reason to come back.

NRA Training Counselor-Led

Led by an NRA Training Counselor — the highest NRA tier. Every course exceeds standards, not just meets them.

National & International Students

Students arrive from across the U.S. and internationally. The reputation reaches far beyond Tampa Bay.

Every NRA Discipline

Pistol, rifle, shotgun, CCW / CWFL, RSO, defensive pistol, and full instructor certification tracks — all in one place.

Inclusive for All Shooters

Specialty instruction for adaptive, senior, and women shooters. First-timers welcomed — no experience required.

Corporate & Institutional Training

Clients include Brinks security, range clubs, law enforcement, and armed security companies needing FDACS-compliant qualification.

No Mystery. No Sales. No Tactics.

No gear sales, no brand pushing, no "tactical" gimmicks. Pure NRA-method instruction — decades-tested and actually fun.

Florida G License & CWFL Compliant

Courses meet FDACS requirements for G License, CWFL, and armed security officer qualification.

Real-World Faculty Credentials

Instructors from Special Forces, law enforcement, competitive shooting, and master-level gunsmithing.

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Tampa Bay & West Florida

Explore NRA-Certified
Firearm & Instructor Training

From first-time shooters to professional instructors — every course is taught by NRA-certified experts with real-world military and law-enforcement backgrounds.

Permitless Carry

Florida allows permitless open & concealed carry for eligible residents. We help you understand your rights and responsibilities.

CWP / CWFL

A Concealed Weapon Permit still offers reciprocity in 37+ states. Our courses satisfy all Florida training requirements.

Florida "G" License

Required for armed security work in Florida. Includes state-mandated range qualification and legal use-of-force training.

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Who We Are

Safety First. Excellence Always.

GunSafety4U was founded on the belief that every responsible American deserves access to world-class firearms education — regardless of experience level. We don't just teach you to shoot; we teach you to think, react, and carry with confidence.

Our instructors are drawn from the most demanding real-world environments: Special Forces, law enforcement, military, and competitive shooting. Every course reflects the standard they were trained to.

  • NRA-certified instructors with military & LE backgrounds
  • Small class sizes for personalized instruction
  • Courses for all levels — beginner to professional instructor
  • Nationally recognized certifications, Tampa Bay's top-rated facility
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Our Training Standard

Gold-Standard,
NRA-Only Training

Now in our 5th year, GunSafety4U delivers the "Gold Standard" in Florida firearms training — exclusively NRA® courses covering recreational, defensive, and professional disciplines. Every class. Every time. No exceptions.

  • Course Catalog: Recreational · Defensive · Professional
    20+ NRA-certified courses spanning every discipline — from first steps to instructor certification.
  • Exclusively NRA-Sanctioned — Every Single Class
    We don't mix in other curricula. NRA methods are decades-tested and the recognized national standard.
  • 5 Years of Proven Excellence in Tampa Bay
    Hundreds of graduates trained — from first-time shooters to Brinks security officers and career NRA instructors.
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The Faculty

Meet Our Expert
NRA-Certified Instructors

Military veterans, law enforcement, Special Forces, and master gunsmiths — every instructor brings real-world credentials to every class.

Founder · Training Counselor

Geoff Davis

Law-enforcement veteran and master gunsmith. NRA Training Counselor and Level 2 Pistol Coach — the highest NRA instructor tier.

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Senior Adjunct Instructor

Carter Mayzik

Former U.S. Marine and security professional. NRA-certified Pistol and Rifle Instructor, CCW, PPITH, and Chief RSO.

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Adjunct Instructor

Steve Scalise

27-year law-enforcement sergeant and FTO. NRA-certified Pistol, CCW, and Chief Range Safety Officer.

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Senior Adjunct Instructor

Henrik Rutgersson

Ex-Royal Swedish Marine and IBA specialist. CQC and concealed-carry expert; NRA Pistol, Rifle, CCW, PPITH Instructor, and RSO.

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Adjunct Instructor

Carl York

Ex-Navy Petty Officer and left-handed shooting specialist. NRA-certified Pistol, Rifle Instructor, and Chief RSO.

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Adjunct Instructor

Suzanne Perry

Veteran RSO and training researcher. NRA-certified in Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Muzzleloader, CCW, PPITH, PPOTH, and Chief RSO.

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Adjunct Instructor

Lorenzo Williams

21-year Special Forces Weapons Sergeant and Sniper Instructor. NRA-certified Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, CCW, PPITH, PPOTH, and Chief RSO.

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Master Gunsmith · Instructor

Marcelo Rafaniello

Argentinian Special Ops veteran and Master Gunsmith. Leads product testing and maintenance. NRA Pistol Instructor and Chief RSO.

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Specialized Training

Advanced Coaching &
Law-Enforcement Solutions

Coaching

Marksmanship Coaching (NRA Methods)

  • Pistol Coach — L2 national, L1 regional
  • Junior, Senior, Adaptive & match-prep shooters
Performance

Overcome Performance Blocks

Vision issues · Mobility & aging challenges · Nerves & shooter's block — identified and corrected.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Agency Prep

  • Military, LEO & Armed Security score improvement
  • Pre-qualification coaching and remediation
LE & Security

Law-Enforcement & Security Methods

  • State Firearms Instructor (K/G)
  • Certified LE & Private Security Instructor
  • NY Police Academy Instructor (DCJS)
  • FL Security Officer Instructor (DI/D)
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Got Questions?

Your Top Questions About
NRA Gun Safety & Instructor Training — Answered

Everything you need to know about our courses, licensing, and what makes GunSafety4U® Florida's most trusted NRA-certified firearms training team.

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GunSafety4U® offers 20+ NRA-certified courses covering every major discipline. Our NRA Instructor Training programs include Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, CCW, Personal Protection Inside and Outside the Home, and Chief Range Safety Officer. For students, we offer NRA Certification Courses from First Steps through Advanced levels. View the full Course Catalog for current availability.
Our NRA Basic CCW course satisfies Florida's training requirement for a Concealed Weapon or Firearm License (CWFL). After completing the course, you apply through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). Your Florida CWFL is honored in 37+ states. We also have a full guide on Permitless Carry vs. CWFL in Florida to help you decide which path is right for you.
The NRA Basic CCW course covers firearm safety rules, legal considerations for carrying in Florida, situational awareness, safe storage, and live-fire range qualification. It satisfies the state training requirement for CWFL applicants. All instruction follows NRA curriculum delivered by our NRA-certified faculty with real law-enforcement and military backgrounds.
To become an NRA-certified instructor you complete an NRA Instructor Training course in your chosen discipline — Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, CCW, or Personal Protection. GunSafety4U® is led by an NRA Training Counselor, the highest NRA certification tier, which means our instructors can certify you at the instructor level. See our full NRA Instructor Training page for prerequisites and upcoming course dates.
GunSafety4U® hosts NRA Women On Target® clinics in the Tampa Bay area. These women-only introductory shooting events are designed to build confidence, knowledge, and a genuine love of the range in a welcoming environment. No prior experience is needed. Check our course schedule for upcoming dates.
The NRA Range Safety Officer course is typically completed in one day. It covers range rules and commands, live-fire supervision, incident response, and RSO responsibilities. Upon completion you receive official NRA RSO certification — the national standard for range safety professionals, Park Rangers, club officers, and anyone who oversees live-fire environments.
The Florida Class G License is required to work as an armed security officer in Florida. It involves completing a state-mandated 28-hour firearm training program including classroom instruction, legal use-of-force content, and a live-fire range qualification. GunSafety4U® provides the complete Florida G License course delivered by NRA-certified instructors who are also certified Florida Security Officer Instructors (DI/D).
Yes — Florida passed permitless carry (also called constitutional carry) in 2023, allowing eligible residents to carry a concealed firearm without a license. However, training is still strongly recommended for legal awareness, safe handling, and self-defense decision-making. A Florida CWFL still has major advantages including reciprocity in 37+ states, which permitless carry does not provide. We can help you understand both options.
Yes. GunSafety4U® provides specialized law enforcement and armed security training including qualification prep, score improvement, and agency-level instruction. Our faculty hold State Firearms Instructor (K/G), NY Police Academy Instructor (DCJS), and FL Security Officer Instructor (DI/D) credentials. We have trained Brinks security officers and serve armed security companies requiring FDACS-compliant qualification.
Absolutely. GunSafety4U® is built for all skill levels and all shooters. We offer NRA Women On Target® clinics, NRA First Steps orientations for beginners, and specialized coaching for senior, adaptive, and youth shooters. Our NRA Certification Courses start from the ground up — no experience required. Our instructors are trained to work with mobility challenges, vision issues, and shooter's block.
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