wolf_fire
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Wow, J. Powers. I'm not sure what this handful of instructors did to you, but the fact remains there are many good instructors out there who have been trained through the vast array of NRA training programs.
You bashing an organization that has developed because of its training programs is a bit obtuse. You got screwed by a handful of the bad ones. Every group, entity, or demographic is going to have a few bad apples. Unfortunately, that's the way things are.
But to bash all of NRA's training programs because you found a few bad eggs is a bit naive. However, since you wasted your money and had to relearn because of bad technique, I can understand why you are upset and have a chip on your shoulder.
It's obvious you can do research well from the history you gave on Jeff Cooper. However, wouldn't it be better to advise others to do their research on their instructor before paying him/her cash?
Every instructor I know in my area has a three ring binder or some other method to show all his/her credentials as well. Ask for it before hiring their services. Meet with them before hiring them. Contact former students and ask their opinions of the instruction.
In my experience, everyone of the instructors I have come in contact with has been phenomenal. They all have been NRA trained. All but one has served in the military, but their military career isn't their slogan for their experience. Their dedication to their craft, their ability on the range, and their willingness to perfect their students is what is leading me down a path to emulate them. Currently, I'm a Range Safety Officer. I hope to one day to become an instructor and help those, who like me, needed good quality instruction.
The OP asked for assistance on getting involved in being an instructor and you have hijacked this thread (11 out of 20 posts) into your own private bashing party. Let's try to get back on topic to help PackingPastor.
You bashing an organization that has developed because of its training programs is a bit obtuse. You got screwed by a handful of the bad ones. Every group, entity, or demographic is going to have a few bad apples. Unfortunately, that's the way things are.
But to bash all of NRA's training programs because you found a few bad eggs is a bit naive. However, since you wasted your money and had to relearn because of bad technique, I can understand why you are upset and have a chip on your shoulder.
It's obvious you can do research well from the history you gave on Jeff Cooper. However, wouldn't it be better to advise others to do their research on their instructor before paying him/her cash?
Every instructor I know in my area has a three ring binder or some other method to show all his/her credentials as well. Ask for it before hiring their services. Meet with them before hiring them. Contact former students and ask their opinions of the instruction.
In my experience, everyone of the instructors I have come in contact with has been phenomenal. They all have been NRA trained. All but one has served in the military, but their military career isn't their slogan for their experience. Their dedication to their craft, their ability on the range, and their willingness to perfect their students is what is leading me down a path to emulate them. Currently, I'm a Range Safety Officer. I hope to one day to become an instructor and help those, who like me, needed good quality instruction.
The OP asked for assistance on getting involved in being an instructor and you have hijacked this thread (11 out of 20 posts) into your own private bashing party. Let's try to get back on topic to help PackingPastor.