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I was lucky enough to attend the PPITH (Personal Protection Inside The Home) course as well as the Refuse To Be A Victim course with Rich Marshall and his team. The class was very educational and exciting. It brought me back to my school days when working in the lab during science. We were able to see, touch and observe the props that were brought into class as well as demonstrate some of the items. I recommend Rich's teaching method and will advise that if interested in learning something that benefits you in life and the wellbeing of everyone please do not hesitate to sign up. These classes are designed for everyone from the expert to the novice that want to educate themselves on not just shooting but just being vigilant in today's society.  - Gerry Pierre

What can I say I learned ALOT from taking both the BoPs and the PPITH courses Marshall Safe Training provides. Richard is a phenomenal teacher that never hesitated to help better develop our opportunities as new shooters and new instructors. From the knowledge I gained taking both courses that Richard offers I can now pass it on. Richard made time to individually help each and every one of us on our posture, grip and all other things that helped us successfully pass his courses. Highly recommended if you want take BoPs, PPITH or any other NRA courses he offers.  - Emilio E., Yuma

I am proud to say I successfully completed my NRA Shotgun Instructor course with Marshall Safe Training LLC. I must say I was very impressed with Richard Marshall's expertise and abilities as an instructor and the professional and safe manner in which he provides expert instruction. The course was thorough and comprehensive and very safe. Marshall stresses safety above all else, but he also emphasizes technique, hands on knowledge, and Total Participation Instruction with and on the part of his instructor students. He is very knowledgeable about shotguns and correct shooting techniques and, so highly skilled, knows how to correct bad habits. His course is well organized and managed and he sticks to a tight schedule as there are a lot of topics to be covered in his basic and advanced shotgun courses leading to the instructor's certificate. My time was well spent with Marshall Safe Training and I recommend his classes to anyone with an interest in shooting. He welcomes beginners. A beginner will not go wrong as one of his students. Two thumbs up for Marshall Safe Training. Excellent in all regards.   - Gary Foster

Thanks for the great class! I love the theory and the practical application (nothing like learning by my mistakes)!  You are a great coach and advisor!  You kept my interest, regardless of Corona.  I am looking forward to the next classes as the market opens.  I can see why your NRA peers promote you as tops in the field!  Again, thanks for all of your efforts to guide me to the next level!  - Pete S.

I wanted to thank you again for taking the time to meet with me recently for a private Utah permit course.  I really liked your teaching style and look forward to taking more classes with you again in the future.  I appreciated your efforts to find a way to make the class work, while also being respectful of current health guidelines.  I learned much more from your class than any CCW class I'd taken in the past and I've taken about 4-5!  - Matt, Chandler

The basic pistol instructor course was a great experience!  The time taken by the instructors to ensure the students understood the why behind what was being taught was some of the best instruction I have experienced on any topic.  The course was well laid out and timing of topics was great with the right amount of time being given to those sub-topics requiring more focus and enough time for understanding sub-topics that were less complex.  Range time was great and well utilized.  On many military ranges the time prepping is excessive compared to the time firing, in this class it was the opposite, easy to understand range briefs and, commands and get to work, I loved it!    The additional time allowed for some of us was also greatly appreciated and showed the instructors actually cared about the shooting sports and turning out good fellow instructors.  I will certainly be back, I'm looking forward to the CCW, armed defense and refuse to be a victim classes in the future.  - Ralph G.

"I attended the NRA Pistol Instructor class presented by Rich Marshall at C2 Tactical in Scottsdale, AZ the weekend of February 15, 2019. As a result I have joined the proud ranks of NRA Certified Pistol Instructors !!! We have the opportunity to attend this class in several areas, but I am familiar with Rich Marshall and his training.  I first met him when I took my NRA RSO (Range Safety Officer) class in Prescott, AZ and I was very pleased with his program and presentation skills.  I sought out Rich Marshall  for the Pistol Instructor Class because of my RSO class experience with him, and I understood the commitment it takes to complete this class.  I am proud to have completed the course and feel my expectations were exceeded.  Rich Marshall is an incredible instructor/presenter, and the NRA has an excellent program of instruction for the credential of Certified Pistol Instructor. Throughout the class and range portion we, as students, were continually challenged to prove we understood and then present the subject.  If we are to present this class in the future, Rich is committed to see we are prepared to do so. Besides a solid package of good foundation skills to present both the range portion and class portion, I came away with much more.  I came away with confidence that I truly know and understand the subject matter.  Thanks to Rich Marshall I am confident as a Certified Pistol Instructor.  I look forward to assisting him in the classroom in the future and presenting the class to others."   - Sal Esposito, Member/Instructor - NRA

"Rare  is the opportunity to train with people who are truly committed to the  mission of the NRA.   We are better instructors because of your  efforts. Spending the day with Richard and his assistant instructors  made the drive from New Mexico well worth it. Great experience!"   - George and Kari

"​​I’ve  had the good fortune to take more than a few classes from Rich  Marshall.  Honestly, I cannot imagine anyone providing better instruction and guidance.  Rich is passionate about shooting and NRA  Training, as well as his students’ success.  He takes the time to make  sure you understand the materials, and can apply and/or teach that  information in a productive and suitable manner.  He will take the time  to make sure you handle the firearms safely and correctly,  and provides a plethora of hands-on experience for his students.  Rich can be found  before or after classes working with students on the range or in the  classroom, as the students require.  At some points a student’s weakness  will show, and Rich will help them through.  For example, I am not the  best public speaker, but I am getting better, thanks in large part to  Rich.  Rich takes every opportunity to build you up as a student and as  an instructor candidate.  He knows people stumble, but won’t let you, as  his student, fall.  Whether it is working on shooting fundamentals to  help a student pass a qualification, or just not letting you beat  yourself up for a nervous presentation, Rich is in your corner, I  consider this  the hallmark of a great instructor."   - Chris S. 

"I don't know if many people  thank you for your dedication Rich - but I'm going to.  You really put  on a high quality training, have super organizational skills and  exemplify professionalism in the shooting skills training arena.  It's  not easy to train people of different skill levels on dangerous  weo...d'oh...I mean firearms so this is a special shout out to you for  stepping up."​   - Mark S. 

"Thank you for an outstanding  RSO class.  I said to you and I meant it - The deeper we dig into a  subject the more we understand how much we don't fully understand about  it.  Thank you for the eye opening presentation. I spent several  years as a presenter and member of the the Natl Speakers Assoc.  I can  say without reservation that your presentation and training skills are  some of the best I've witnessed.  During your presentation I thought, 'This person should give a class on training techniques!' Beyond  your training skills your knowledge of firearms and the subject matter  is impressive. I feel I came away from your class on firearms safety  with a much better appreciation of how much there is and how much we all  have to be cognoscente of handling any kind of firearm.  Just having  the safety on does not cut it. :-) ...  When it comes to firearms use  and safety - we can never be trained enough. My next purchase at Lowe's -  a bullet bucket. Thanks again for an excellent day of understanding and  reminders.  I look forward to more classes at NRA thanks to the day I  spent with you."   - Sal E. NRA# 236894402 

"Richard  Marshall is an excellent instructor.  Far from teaching the minimum  requirements, his depth of experience in firearms and teaching gives  the instructor trainee real insight into what quality training classes  really are.  He sets a high bar for you to match when you give your own  training classes, and he spares no effort in transferring knowledge in a  cooperative environment.  I can't imagine taking instructor level  training from anyone else.  In fact, I may just take the BIT class again  with him to gain further insight from his experience. If you  are serious about becoming a quality NRA Instructor, look no further  than MarshallSafeTraining.  It just doesn't get any better than that."    - Mark S. 

"I have taken TONS of courses through the years, and you are one of the  best instructors I have been able to learn with. You are knowledgeable,  funny, patient  and you kept the class on track and on time. I  appreciate all you did to prepare, especially on such short notice, to  make our class a success. I look forward to being in another of your  classes soon."   - Gail K

"I  recently attended Richard Marshall’s NRA Instructor Trainings in the  following disciplines:  Basic Instructor Training (BIT), Basic Pistol,  Personal Protection in the Home and Personal Protection Outside the  Home.  Richard Marshall exemplifies what an NRA Certified Instructor and  Training Counselor should be.  His professionalism, knowledge and  instruction methods made the six days of training the best I’ve ever  had.  I strongly recommend Marshall Training LLC to anyone who wants to  receive first rate NRA instructor training.  You won’t be disappointed."   - Bruce

PPOTH Recommendation:​ "I  have worked with three Training Counselors, and Rich Marshall is the  best.  The course was professionally taught, all the material was  covered.   I appreciated the individual attention and coaching.  Rich  Marshall has my unqualified endorsement."   - Matt

"Thank  you so much for a most rewarding  Personal Protection Outside the Home  (PPOTH) Class.  It was most enjoyable and I learned a lot.  I  would like to say your are easily the very best NRA Certified Training  Counselor I ever had - extremely professional, courteous, and made every  effort to training me in every way possible.  You exemplify the essence  of the NRA in your every action.  You follow NRA policy &  procedures exactly and never deviated from NRA norms.  I am so impressed  because you never allowed any bias into the training. I commend you for the best NRA training I have ever taken."

- Henry T.

"​Through completion of  numerous instructor classes and having been trained by several training  counselors, Rich Marshall is (by far) the best training counselor I  have ever had. Not only is Rich very knowledgeable and experienced in  firearm usage, tactics, and instruction, he sets high standards and  expectations for every student and instructor candidate he trains; more  so than any other training counselor I have met. Along with very  effective training, his mentorship outside of his classes has made me an  accomplished firearms instructor myself. In a field where poor training  can have devastating consequences, I highly recommend Rich for his  expertise as a firearms instructor and training counselor."​   - Doug K. 

"To  anyone who is seeking information and training for proper firearm  utilization and instructor certification it is highly recommended that  you contact Marshall Safe Training for your enrollment. I considered  myself a experienced and safe shooting enthusiast but it had been a long  time sine I had fired any type of firearm. After contacting the local  Sports club, I learned that some of them were certified NRA instructors  and since I was basically starting all over again that I should utilize  Marshall's services. Bottom-line, best choice I ever made. Marshall's  instruction both in the classroom and on the firing range emphasizes  proper shooting safety techniques, has excellent and continuous student /  instructor communication,  but most of all we were concisely practicing  and learning SAFE Shooting methodology. Marshall  Safe Training services has instructional classes for every level of  shooter, well worth the time, fees and effort. The other positive fact  is that Marshall's also instructs in the Payson area besides in the  Greater Phoenix area."   - Wayne R., Certified NRA Instructor

"I am looking forward to continuing my training as an instructor for both  expertise and the 'personal empathy' (style of ) learning with this  instructor!"   - ​Nancy, Glendale