
Marksman Tactical - Firearms Safety Training in Philadelphia, PA
COURSES
NRA Certified Course Options
Home Firearms Safety
Non-shooting course that teaches students the basic knowledge and skills to explain the attitude necessary for the safe handling and storage of firearms/ammunition in the home.
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Basic Personal Protection in the Home
This course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and provides information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense.
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Basics Of Pistol Shooting
The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting is intended for all individuals regardless of previous shooting experience or NRA-affiliation. In this instructor-led courseyou will receive direct instruction from an NRA-certified instructor from beginning to end.
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SERVICES
Training and Consultation Services

I am available to proctor and administer home safety and personal defense constultation. Contact me for information and availablity.
UPCOMING RANGE DATES
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Meet your Instructor
Mark Matthews

Meet the Instructor
I have 30+ years of law enforcement experience with 25+ years as a police supervisor. Police firearms instruction began in 2010. I have many years as a supervisor in police special operations. I have extensive dignitary protection for worldwide heads of state and celebrities with well known names. Some of the agencies that I have worked closely with during those details include the United States Secret Service, Department of State , United States Capitol Police, Philadelphia Police Dignitary protection unit and other agencies charged with professional protection. I am Experienced, Approachable and Inclusive.
My philosophy about everything is to pass on everything I know to whomever wishes to learn, in the safest and best way possible.
We can help answer these questions for you:
“What is the best gun for me?”
“How should I hold a gun?”
“What kind of training is available and how much training do I need?”
“ How do I shoot a gun effectively?”
There are so many “instructors” out there in real life and on the internet. How do you choose? Here at Marksman Tactical we present to everyone according to their skill and comfort levels, the essential training needed to handle firearms in a safe and responsible manner. We train in the “National Rifle Association way.”
The National Rifle Association 3 Fundamental Rules for safe gun handling:
ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.
ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
ALWAYSkeep the gun unloaded until ready to use.
At Marksman Tactical, our mission is to provide safe, responsible, and effective firearm instruction to empower individuals with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to handle firearms safely and legally. We are committed to promoting responsible gun ownership, emphasizing safety, accuracy, and situational awareness.