Firearm Instruction

The Northern Colorado Rod & Gun Club has a number of ‘Instructor Program’ members who offer instruction, training, and consultation in a variety of firearm and industry-related subjects. Additionally, the Club itself offers ‘First Shots’ seminars free of charge.

Instructors are listed below in alphabetical order by member last name and inclusion in the list does not constitute an endorsement by NCRGC, its agents, or contractors. Members are encouraged to independently confirm that a given instructor meets their needs and desired training methodology, is certified or qualified for the subject matter being taught, and if applicable, is in compliance with state law for offering instruction in a given subject.

Note: Club members who seek training for a Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit must receive that training from a ‘Verified Instructor’ as required in Colorado HB24-1174.

Instructor List:

7 Hills Security, LLC | John Pashain, Instructor

• Phone: (970) 213-8686
• email: JohnP@7HillsSecurity.com
• Certified Trainer:
  • CCW
  •  Basic Pistol
  • Basic Rifle
  • Personal Protection Inside the Home
  • Personal Protection Outside the Home
  • Defensive Pistol
  • Defensive Guard Card Instructor
  • Force Science De-Escalation Instruction

Retired Pima County Sheriff's Department, Deputy Sheriff | Special Deputy US Marshal (USMS) | 9 Years Army National Guard | 2024 Military / Law Enforcement Scholarship recipient to the Board of Executive Protection Professional Conference  

Awareness Analytics, LLC | Ben Price, Instructor

• Website: https://awarenessanalytics.com
• email: training@awarenessanalytics.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AwarenessAnalytics
• Awareness Analytics is all about empowerment.
• We provide firearms training, continuing education, and 'Use of Force' simulator experiences to any eligible person regardless of background, proficiency, or political view. From classroom theory to hands-on... If you're serious about wanting to learn, we're serious about helping you do it!
• Classes offered:
  • First Steps Pistol & Rifle
  • Basic Pistol
  • Basic Rifle
  • CCW
  • Range Safety Officer
  • Realistic De-Escalation
  • NRA Marksmanship Qualification

BearHold Personal Defense Concepts LLC | Brian Holder, Instructor

• Website: https://www.facebook.com/BearHoldPersonalDefense/
• We have 2 instructors with over 20 years of experience in firearms and instruction. We can do simple classes to advanced tactical. Please visit our website for dates and more info. Thanks and Happy Shooting!

Colorado Firearm Training LLC | Byron McGough, Instructor

• Phone: (970) 556-9270email: coachbyronm@gmail.com
• Byron is an NRA Certified Pistol and Refuse To Be A Victim Instructor. In addition, he is an NRA Rifle Coach (level 2) and Certified Range Safety Officer, as well as a Colorado Parks & Wildlife Hunter Education Instructor. He has been instructing and coaching firearm, safety, and hunting related disciplines for 33 years. Please contact him directly if instruction or coaching is needed, or if you would like to attend any of the classes presented by Colorado Firearm Training.

Trailhead Tactics | Mark Richtermeyer, Instructor

• Website: https://trailheadtactics.com
• Phone: (303) 748-6239
• e-mail: Mark@trailheadtactics.com
• Classes offered:
  • NRA Pistol & Rifle
  • CCW
  • Red Dot
  • Backcountry Carry
  • Steel Challenge and Defensive Pistol training.

Interested in becoming an Instructor Member? Club Members who have been in the Club for over a year, who are in good standing, and who are also certified firearms instructors may apply for the Instructor Program which would allow them to bring students to the range, providing they agree to strict conditions for doing so. There is an added fee for this program as well as other eligibility and conduct requirements. Questions about the NCRGC Instructor Program should be addressed to the NCRGC CRSO who is responsible for the oversight, coordination, and applicant approval process.

Click here for the Instructor Program Policy