Why Choose SFT

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1. We are a Combat Veteran, Black, and Immigrant owned business.

2. We are the largest training academy in New England. We’ve trained thousands of students across MA, RI, NH, CT, and helped them get their firearm licenses. We provide the best training available, offering a diverse set of student and instructor courses from the USCCA, SABRE RED, and other nationally recognized organizations, as well as our own in-house courses.

SFT produces more quality students, Range Safety Officers, and Firearm Instructors, than any other institution.

3. We provide quality instruction without the interference, shortcomings, and distractions of politics. We teach without prejudice and discrimination of individuals or groups based on race, social & economic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, political affiliation, or disability. Everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their personal or cultural background. We provide People of Color and all other marginalized groups, a safe space to train.

1. We are a Combat Veteran, Black, and Immigrant owned business.

2. We are the largest training academy in New England. We’ve trained thousands of students across MA, RI, NH, CT, and helped them get their firearm licenses. We provide the best training available, offering a diverse set of student and instructor courses from the NRA, USCCA, NAAGA, SABRE RED, and other nationally recognized organizations, as well as our own in-house courses. SFT produces more quality students, Range Safety Officers (RSO), Chief Range Safety Officers (CRSO), and Firearm Instructors, than any other institution.

3. We provide quality instruction without the interference, shortcomings, and distractions of politics. We teach without prejudice and discrimination of individuals/groups based on race, social & economic status, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, political affiliation, or disability. Everyone is treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their personal or cultural background. We provide People of Color and all other marginalized groups, a safe space to train.

4. We guide our students through the whole process of gun ownership, from start to finish. We help you with every step of responsible ownership and proficiency in firearms, self-defense, pepper sprays, stun guns, and all the related tools/accessories. We’ll help you get all your certificates, fill out the application, purchase your first firearms, and continue to provide quality & realistic training, so you can always keep your family and community safe. We’ll see your 2A journey all the way through.

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Education & Training

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1. All of our classes are 100% HANDS-ON TRAINING, engaging, with REAL GUNS. No fake plastic guns, BB guns, pellet/air guns, or laser training simulation substitutes. EVERY STUDENT gets to load and unload REAL FIREARMS during class.

2. Students receive INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION, ensuring that they understand and are comfortable with the material being taught. We are thorough, and do not rush the process. No one gets left behind. We ensure the success of every student and provide extra training if needed.       We Train To Standard, Not To Time.

3. We teach a variety of classes covering all skill levels, proficiencies, and aspects of self-defense. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or experienced shooter, we have courses for you. Our courses get you to understand safety principles to follow, what you need to know, how to perform the skills you need, why you are using specific techniques, how to shoot with speed and precision; when it’s legally, morally, and tactically appropriate to use your firearm or a particular tool/skill in self-defense.

1. All of our classes are 100% HANDS-ON TRAINING, engaging, with REAL GUNS. No fake plastic guns, BB guns, pellet/air guns, or laser training simulation substitutes. EVERY STUDENT gets to load and unload real firearms during class. 

2. Students receive INDIVIDUALIZED ATTENTION, ensuring that they understand and are comfortable with the material being taught. No one gets left behind. We ensure the success of every student, and always provide remedial/extra training if needed. We train to standard, not to time.

3. We teach a variety of classes every day, covering all skill levels, proficiencies, and aspects of self-defense. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or experienced shooter, we have courses for you. Our courses get you to understand safety principles to follow, what you need to know, how to perform the skills you need, why you are using specific techniques, how to shoot with speed and precision; when it’s legally, morally, and tactically appropriate to use your firearm or a particular tool/skill in self-defense. You’ll not only increase your shooting skills, but you’ll deepen your knowledge and thoroughly understand the laws and situations that regulate use of deadly force.

4. Our firearm instructors are nationally and locally certified by the National Rifle Association (NRA), United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), National African American Gun Association (NAAGA), and MA State Police (MSP). These curriculums have been vetted and proven to be of high quality, and are recognized and accepted nationwide.

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Licensing & Certifications

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1. Our MA Certified Basic Pistol Course (LTC-017) course is a 1 day class that qualify students to apply for their License To Carry / Firearms Identification Card (LTC / FIDC).

2. Our SFT Basic Pistol Shooting (BPS) course goes much further in-depth in safe handling and shooting fundamentals; and expands the number of jurisdictions you can apply to carry in, that require live fire in order to receive a gun permit.

3. Our Boston Moon Island Practice Qual (BMIPQ) course consists of a private lesson that replicates the official qual, so students get to practice exactly what they will be graded on by the Boston Police Department. By training with the same .38 special revolver and target found in the official qual, students confidently pass the shooting exam, scoring far above the minimum score of 210/300.

1. Our NRA Home Firearm Safety (HFS) course is a 1 day class that qualify students to apply for their MA License To Carry / Firearms Identification Card (LTC / FIDC). The MA firearms license is recognized and has reciprocity in the following states: AL, AK, AZ, AR, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, ME, MI, MS, MO, MT, NV, NH, NC, OH, OK, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA.

2. Our NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting (BPS) course goes much further in-depth in safe handling and shooting fundamentals; and expands the number of states you can apply to carry in such as CT, FL, and all the other towns, cities, states, and jurisdictions that require live fire to receive a gun permit.

3. Our Boston Moon Island Practice Qual (BMIPQ) course consists of a private lesson that replicates the official qual, so students get to practice exactly what they will be graded on by the Boston Police Department. By training with the same .38 special revolver and target found in the official qual, students confidently pass the shooting exam, scoring far above the minimum score of 210/300. 

4. Our SFT Rhode Island CCW Qual (RICCWQ) course consists of a private lesson, then the official conduction of the RI shooting qualification, mandated by the state. Once completed, students can apply for their RI CCW Permit.

5. Our Utah Concealed Firearms Permit (UCFP) course is recognized nationwide, and the Utah License has reciprocity in 33 different states! This will allow you to carry in most states across the country.

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Live Fire & Range Time

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1. All of our basic firearm courses include LIVE FIRE TRAINING at the shooting range, at no additional cost (FREE). Prices advertised include classroom session, safety certificates, gun rentals, ammunition, eye & ear protection, and targets for shooting. Students have access to 150k worth of firearms, part of our deeply loved “Try Before You Buy" program.

2. We offer 1-on-1 Private Lessons for first time shooters at the range, those who just got their LTC but don’t feel comfortable shooting on their own, intermediate shooters who need help improving their accuracy and gun handling skills, and experienced shooters looking to master advanced techniques and tighten their shot groups to 1 inch.

3. We book lane/range reservations for those looking to shoot for fun with family/friends/coworkers, Birthday Celebrations, Date Nights, Business/Corporate Festivities, Group Events, Surprises, and Bachelor/ette Parties.

 

1. All of our basic firearm courses include Live Fire Training at the shooting range, at no additional cost (FREE). Prices advertised include classroom session, safety certificates, gun rentals, ammunition, eye & ear protection, and targets for shooting. Students have access to 150k worth of firearms, part of our deeply loved “Try Before You Buy” program.

2. We offer 1-ON-1 private lessons for first time shooters at the range, those who just got their LTC but don’t feel comfortable shooting on their own, intermediate shooters who need help improving their accuracy and gun handling skills, and experienced shooters looking to master advanced techniques and tighten their shot groups to 1 inch. 

3. We book lane/range reservations for those looking to shoot for fun with family/friends/coworkers, Birthday Celebrations, Date Nights, Business/Corporate Festivities, Group Events, Surprises, and Bachelor/ette Parties.

4. You don’t need to bring your own gun, have a gun permit, nor be a member at any of our ranges; to book a private shooting session for your group. We are open to the public and provide everything you need to shoot.

5. We have access to state-of-the-art indoor ranges, outdoor ranges, 24 hour ranges, and steel target shooting ranges that let you shoot machine guns and calibers up to 50BMG.

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