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American Firearms Instruction LLC empowers individuals and communities through connection. We provide responsible firearms safety training and CPR/AED/First Aid certification that link people to life‑saving skills, constitutional understanding, and personal responsibility. Our inclusive, judgment‑free approach ensures that anyone—civilians, professionals, or organizations—can access the training they need to stay safe and prepared. “Connecting Changes Everything” guides everything we do. We build trust, strengthen communities, and promote a culture of readiness, resilience, and ethical responsibility. Through education and principled advocacy, we help people connect to their potential and to the shared strength of a safer, more prepared society..

We have finished scheduling NRA Home Firearms Safety and NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting for the first quarter of 2026. Please check out the flyers below:
NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION HOME FIREARMS SAFETY COURSES:



NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION BASICS OF PISTOL SHOOTING COURSES:



NEW JERSEY CONCEALED CARRY PERMITS COURSES:

NEW JERSEY CONCEALED SECURITY OFFICER REGISTRATION ACT COURSES:

NEW JERSEY RETIRED POLICE OFFICER RE-QUALIFICATIONS:

With the rise in firearms purchases within the last few years in the United States, there needs to be credible and professional firearm safety course offered to those new firearms owners. We also strongly believe in the protection of our Second Amendment rights under the United States Constitution. We also advocate for the Conservation of wildlife and wildlife habitat in the United States. All instructors are taught and certified by the National Rifle Association. We are an all-inclusive company who believes everyone who would like training should be able to receive training. We also provide First Aid, AED and CPR training to anyone who wants to be prepared for unforeseen emergencies.

Our mission is to empower citizens through inclusive, value-driven instruction in firearms safety and emergency preparedness. We believe every individual deserves access to high-quality training that builds confidence, competence, and a deep respect for life, liberty, and personal responsibility.
We educate new and experienced shooters in the safe handling, use, and storage of firearms for sport, personal defense, competition, and hunting while advocating for the responsible exercise of Second Amendment rights. Our instruction is grounded in professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to pride, honor, courage, loyalty, and respect.
By removing stigma and promoting the positive role of firearms in recreation and self-reliance, we foster a culture of safety and civic responsibility. Through First Aid, CPR, and AED training, we prepare individuals to respond effectively in emergencies and serve their communities with readiness and care.
We also advocate wildlife conservation and the stewardship of natural habitats, recognizing the connection between responsible firearm ownership and the preservation of our outdoor heritage. Above all, we are committed to strengthening communities by cultivating informed, empowered citizens who are prepared to protect life and uphold freedom with clarity and conviction.

Thomas J. Wilson
35 Years’ Experience in Public Safety/Service
National Rifle Association Patriot Endowment Life Member
Started Shooting at age 12
Member of Phillipsburg Pistol Club for the last 30 years
Avid Hunter for the last 40 Years
NRA Chief Certified Range Safety Officer
NRA Home Firearm Safety Instructor
NRA Basics of Rifle Shooting Instructor
NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Instructor
Associates of Science Degree in Criminal Justice
New Jersey State Police Retired Police Officer Re-Qualification Instructor/Secutiry Officer Re-Qualification Instructor
New Jersey Concealed Carry Qualification Instructor
Citizens Rifle and Revolver Club NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Lead Instructor
State of New Jersey Critical Incident Stress Management Team Leader
Retired Senior Correctional Police Officer at New Jersey State Prison with 24 Years of Service
State of New Jersey Attorney General’s Resiliency Program Officer Instructor
New Jersey Department of Corrections Critical Incident Stress Management Team Medal of Honor Recipient 2019 and 2024
Security Officer Registration Act Instructor
American Red Cross Adult/Infant First Aid, AED and CPR instructor
We have been affiliated with the National Rifle Association since our inception. Our instructors are trained and certified by the N.R.A. with the concentration on Honor, Integrity, Professionalism and Protection of the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States for every citizen.

We are also a member of the National Rifle Associations Business Alliance. We have been a member since 2018. The National Rifle Associations Business Alliance is a program that has listings of Firearm related businesses associated with the NRA in one place. All member businesses are listed in one area for easier navigation.
