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Russ Richards is an NRA certified instructor in 9 disciplines. He is also an NRA certified chief Range Safety Officer, a GLOCK certified instructor, a USCCA certified instructor, T-MACS certified istructor, NRA distinguished expert pistol shooter,and IDPA competitor.

Russ has attended and passed DEFENSE TRAINING INTERNATIONAL's advanced defensive pistol course, the Massad Ayoob Group - armed citizens rules of engagement along with the MAG-20 RANGE COURSE. He is FEMA-trained in active shooter response. He is a life long shooter and accomplished big game hunter. Russ is certified to teach ILLINOIS, UTAH, WISCONSIN, FLORIDA AND MINNESOTA CONCEALED CARRY TRAINING.

He is passionate about firearm safety and believes every gun owner owes it to themselves and their community to be safe and proficient with their firearms. The SENTINEL FIREAMS TRAINING LLC MISSION is to help you acheive this goal.

Russ is a highly qualified instructor who excels in communicating with people. He teaches firearms handling out of passion for the subject, and I believe that relates to his genuine affection for people. Russ meets the high standards in firearms discipline, but also excels as a compassionate human. He also does what he says he'll do. I came in knowing nothing and sort of afraid to handle a gun. I have gotten well beyond that and have become a reasonably competent shot thanks to him. I also leave each lesson feeling better than when I came in. I never expected that. He has also built a new outdoor range with a covered shooting area and targets in a variety of locations. You will enjoy the range and the sound of your rounds hitting the targets. It is a fun experience!