Serving the Northside of Indianapolis including Carmel, Westfield, Noblesville, Fishers, and Zionsville.

Your Path to Confident, Safe Gun Ownership

At FTS Firearm Training, we specialize in helping new and inexperienced gun owners feel safe, informed, and capable. If you’re unsure where to start or feel intimidated just picking up your firearm — you’re in the right place. This is a judgment-free space where your journey starts with safety and grows into confidence.

Our training is designed with beginners in mind. We start with foundational knowledge in the classroom, gradually build skills using inert training tools, and then move into live-fire sessions. Everything centers around the Four Universal Firearm Safety Rules — not just as concepts, but as habits.

What You'll Learn

You’ll gain a full understanding of:

  • How firearms work (including common terminology and types)
  • Ammunition basics and malfunctions
  • Shooting fundamentals like grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control
  • Range etiquette and commands
  • Safe, effective live-fire practices
  • Responsible gun ownership and storage
  • Defensive skills like drawing from concealment, engaging multiple targets, and shooting on the move

Whether you already own a gun or are still trying to decide what’s right for you, we’ll build a plan that fits your goals.

Who This Is For

This training is designed for everyday people who want to feel safer, more confident, and in control when it comes to firearms. If any of the following sounds like you, you’re in the right place:

  • You recently purchased a firearm — or are thinking about it — and want to make sure you’re starting off on the right foot.

  • You’re considering getting your Indiana License to Carry Handgun and want to understand what that truly means.

  • You feel overwhelmed or unsure about where to begin with buying, training, or storing a gun.

  • Your hands get sweaty just thinking about handling a firearm — and you’d like calm, real-time guidance from someone patient and nonjudgmental.

  • You’d feel more comfortable learning in a one-on-one or small group environment, rather than a big, impersonal class.

  • You want to be a responsible, educated gun owner and ensure you’re doing things the safe and legal way from day one.

Whether you’re brand new or just looking for a safe space to build your skills from the ground up, you don’t need to have it all figured out — that’s what we’re here for.

The Training Process

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Ready to take the next step in your safety training journey? Click the button to view our upcoming class schedule and find the perfect course for you.

Looking for a private session or a different date? Contact me – I’m happy to customize something for you. Contact me to discuss the details!

One-on-one coaching for novice shooters

Ready, Aim, Learn

Already own a pistol and want to become more familiar with it? This session is for you.
$ 125 per session
  • 30 minute safety briefing outside of the range
  • 100 rounds of 9mm ammunition (see FAQ)
  • 1 hour of range time
  • 2 targets
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Targets, ammunition, eye/ear protection are provided.

First-Time Shooter

This is for new shooters who want to learn in a relaxed environment.
$ 100 per session
  • 30 minute safety briefing outside of the range
  • 100 rounds of .22LR ammunition
  • 1 hour of range time
  • 2 targets
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Targets, firearms, ammunition, eye/ear protection are provided.

What To Expect

  1. Warm welcome – I’ll greet you with a friendly handshake when we meet.
  2. Liability waiver – You’ll sign the range’s liability waiver before we start shooting.
  3. Safety first – We’ll go over a safety briefing to make sure we’re on the same page.
  4. Equipment provided – Equipment is available, but feel free to bring your own gear if you’d like.
  5. Loud environment – The range can get quite busy, so anticipate it to be loud.
  6. Understanding first-timer nerves – The first few times at the range can be nerve-wracking, but I’ll be there to guide you through it. If it becomes too much, we can step outside for a break.
  7. Physical touch – At times, I may need to adjust your stance or grip, but I’ll make sure to explain what I’m doing and why.
  8. Fun and relaxed atmosphere – Above all, we’ll have fun and create a relaxed atmosphere where you can focus on improving your skill.

Frequently Asked Questions

For Ready, Aim, Learn bring any equipment you own, including your handgun that is in a case. If your handgun uses ammunition other than 9mm, please indicate during checkout.

No prior experience is necessary. Both training sessions are designed for first-time shooters, and all necessary equipment and guidance will be provided to ensure a safe and enjoyable learning experience.

For Ready, Aim, Learn we’ll focus on familiarizing you with your own handgun (typically 9mm).

For First-Time Shooter, we’ll shoot a semi-automatic handgun (.22LR).

All shooters must be 18 or older.

Yes. NO open-toed shoes. NO low cut shirts – wear appropriate attire to shield from hot shell casings.

When you go as my guest there is no additional cost to you – other than the fee for the session.

You can bring your own firearms and it’s encouraged to bring your own handgun for the Ready, Aim, Learn session.