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SCOPE OF CLASS FOR Basice Rifle & rifle Instructor (must have taken b.i.t. as Prerequisite)

There's much to see here. So, take your time, go to each section of this page and do the required tasks for the instructor portion of the class.  The 1st day is all classroom at American Defense Solutions in Phoenix.  The Second Day is for you to now to teach back what you learned and for the Training counselors to evaluate your Skills, Knowledge, and Attitude.  You will be taking a written test, you will be evaluated on presentation and knowledge of information, and you will be evaluated on your own shooting ability.  The most important part to remember is you are going to be transferring information to new students one day - watch intently how Jeff and Rich Present the information and how well you receive it - it will make such a difference in your success as an instructor to provide the information in a way that others will learn from easily.  We're excited to be part of your journey and helping you to make a difference with training our community to be safe and know how to defend themselves with a tool that can make such a positive difference. 


COMPLETE TASKS BEFORE CLASS

SIGN WAIVER BEFORE CLASS

SIGN WAIVER BEFORE CLASS

SIGN WAIVER BEFORE CLASS

Click link and Sign AFI waiver before every class with AFI. As an Instructor you will also need to create a Waiver like this for your classes. 

Ask us what we use to create a link to the waiver and it automatically saves it to your customer profile in our database. 




CLICK TO SIGN WAIVER

READ EVERYTHING BELOW

SIGN WAIVER BEFORE CLASS

SIGN WAIVER BEFORE CLASS

Please text us with questions.  You will need to bring your laptop to see the Powerpoints and the documents that we list for you to download. There are some docs that you will need to print and bring to the class. This is important to do so you have a way to make notes and highlight.  The first day is in the classroom all day.  The second day is at ben avery and there will be some classroom and some range time. Bring your laptop both days with your charging plug. 

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NRA membership

sign up for an NRA membership - See why it helps to have a membership....

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - Sign up as a member of the NRA and that #NUMBER becomes your instructor #NUMBER and you will get a discount on your certifications that you have to pay for after the class. 

There is an adjustment to the NRA Trainer Credential Fee Structure. As of February 1, 2026 the updated fee structure below is in effect.

Click here to sign up for an NRA membership

Credentialing fees
Members: $40
Non-Member: $175

Additional Rating Activation fee
Member: $20
Non-Member: $40

The current instructor renewal rates have remained static since 2019 despite increases in operational costs. This adjustment will allow us to continue delivering high-quality training programs and maintaining the Basic Firearms Training Program with a focus on:

  • Continued investment in digital systems, including upgrades to the instructor portal.
  • Expanded development of new courses, to be announced soon.
  • Expanded instructor resources, curriculum development, and program support.

Additionally, this new fee structure establishes parity between members and nonmembers; previously, members were paying more between their membership dues and credential fees than nonmembers.

If you just renewed your membership please wait 24-48 hours to ensure membership and instructor credentials sync up and so you are invoiced correctly.

NRA Membership - click for Discount rate

Click LOGO above to get discount rate on your membership for the NRA

About Us

jEFF SMITH - ARIZONA FIREARMS INSTRUCTORS - and - rICH mARSHALL - mARSHALL sAFE tRAINING

We provide the most qualitied, experienced Training Counselors in Arizona!  You will be Trained by the best.  Both are Veterans and have a list of Certifications.  They have both trained combined thousands of students. 

Heather Smith - operations

Heather operates Arizona Firearms Instructors behind the Scenes.

Text Heather with questions 

She will send you the link to the scope of the class and follow up for payments.  She's very busy and she'll respond within the same day. 

602-727-2671

DISCLAIMER FOR CLASS PARTICIPATION

 *Disclaimer: There are no options for refunds - we pay for range, targets, books, classroom and we hold your seat till class time. If there is a drastic emergency then please text us immediately that you are unable to attend and we will put you in the next class. If you are running late then text us. Please save our numbers in your phone listed below.

**MUST READ.... The NRA requires that the Training Counselor evaluates your performance. You must pass written test, teach backs, and shooting qual. in order to be certified. If you don't pass then you will need to attend the next class and repeat the class.

There is no cost to attend the class - we only require you pay the $35 range fee for retake of a qual.


REQUIRED FOR INSTRUCTOR CLASS

Must Bring Computer to the 1st & 2nd Day of Class with the d
REQUIRED Click - Download - Print BoPS Lesson Plan AppendixREQUIRED Click - Download - BoPS ILT PowerpointREQUIRED Click - Download - Print - RANGE CARDSClick - Download to your Computer - FIRST STEPS PowerpointClick - Download - FIRST STEPS Lesson Plan and TargetClick - Download - BoPS Blended Lesson Plan / Appendix

TIME AND LOCATION OF CLASS

Day 1 basics of rifle event times

LOCATION: Ben Avery

TIME: 8AM TO 6:30PM

We will be in the classroom all day (NO Range time)

Lunch will be (1) hour and after range time.  There are places to eat 15 min. from classs

Meet at Classroom - Try to arrive by 7:45am. 

Day 2 rifle instructor event times

LOCATION: SMALL BORE BUILDING AT BEN AVERY * see map below - it's the first building on your right as entering into Ben Avery

TIME: 8AM TO 6:30PM

Lunch will be (1) hour and after range time.  There are places to eat 15 min. from Range.

SCHEDULE & reminders

All days start at 8:00am, arrive at least 15 minutes early - If you have any questions or concerns, OR you are running late please let us know as soon as possible. Texting is best, Text Heather because Jeff may not have service out at the range. 

Jeff Smith NRA Training Counselor  602-727-2425

Heather Smith Director of Operations 602-727-2671    


Student Must bring the Following

  • Basic Pistol Handbook 
  • Range Safety Card 
  • MQP Blue book 

Basics of Pistol Books to Bring - Click to see

Drinks are available

We will have a cooler with ice cold water and drinks

added value docs for your success as an instructor

Carbine skills & drills monthly training

We offer a Carbine Skills and Drills program that is on the first Wednesday of every month at 5pm to 7pm - Jeff Smith will not be offering training but this is your chance to go thru drills setup by Jeff smith and you can run thru them with other individuals and build off of what you can learn from others. 

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NRA PORTAL & DOCUMENT

NRA PORTAL & DOCUMENT

This is where you will come to login and pay your dues to obtain your accredited certificate from the NRA AFTER class.  

You will come here for all your instructor info.

Here is the Instruction guide for the Portal.  NRA Instructors 

NRA Instructor Portal

CLASS INFORMATION

What to Expect

INSTRUCTORS - WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE RANGE:

YOU WILL BE TEACHING LESSON III:

•    Firearms Safety Rules
•    Firearms nomenclature
•    Ammunition Fundamentals
•    Practice Safe Gun Handling, Loading & Unloading
•    Fundamentals of Marksmanship and Shooting Positions
•    Revolver and Semi – Automatic Pistol Practice
•    Benchrest and Isosceles Shooting Positions
•    At the Range
•    Live Fire Practice, Benchrest and Isosceles Position
•    Live Fire Qualification, Two Handed Isosceles Position
•    Written Examination

What to bring to class

  • Book from Basics of Pistol Class
  • Handgun (in a case) - DO NOT BRING AMMO IN CLASSROOM
  • Magazines or speedloaders for handgun (at least 2)
  • Owner's Manual for handgun (optional)
  • Ammunition for handgun (APPROX. 300 rounds)
  • Cleaning Kit for handgun
  • Lunch (OPTIONAL)
  • Old bath towel or pad (to sit on)

What to WEAR

  • Professional Attire - Preferably tactical pants and a tshirt or button up shirt.  You are here to be an instructor - have pride in your presentation.
  • Eye Protection – which may be worn over prescription glasses. Tempered Poly Prescription Lenses which may include Sunglasses. 
  • Hearing Protection – Preferably bring Amplified
  • Walking Shoes or Sneakers, no Sandals, Flip Flops or open toe shoes, you will want good footwear 
  • No Vee Necks, or Scoop Necks, preferably a collared shirt 
  • Baseball Caps are ideal headgear for shooting, but they are optional 

Ben Avery Range Location

Arizona Firearms Instructors LLC

Ben Avery Shooting Facility, West Black Canyon Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ, USA

Jeff Smith 603-727-2425

Where will class be held

Mantis X10 Elite - best tool to use with Students

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