ARNOLD FIREARMS TRAINING
Safety, hands-on learning, and thoughtful preparation—guided by David Arnold in Ashland, Oregon.
David Arnold is the owner and instructor of Arnold Firearms Training, LLC. As a certified firearms instructor, he brings a calm, patient approach to helping students learn safe handling and practical skills.
His teaching style is active and engaging: you practice, ask questions, and receive guidance. Whether you are beginning or building on previous training, David helps you work through the next step.
Clear instruction. Active participation. Respect for every learner.
Learn by doing. Instruction combines short explanations, demonstrations, guided practice, questions, and feedback. Paired activities give students opportunities to practice and observe.
Skills build step by step, with safety checks throughout. The goal is to understand what you are doing and why.
Safety is part of every activity. Students learn handling procedures, follow instructor directions, and practice at an appropriate pace. Ask questions whenever a step is unclear.
AFT explains course goals, preparation, and participation requirements before training. A conversation by phone or in person helps match your experience and goals with an appropriate class.
Training emphasizes careful practice, useful feedback, and understanding. Students work on skills they can continue to reinforce after class.
New students are welcome. Calm, respectful instruction gives you room to ask questions and work through unfamiliar skills. Contact AFT about family participation or accommodations for your training needs.
AFT LLC does not participate with or train individuals or groups in unlawful paramilitary activity as described in ORS 166.660.
AFT offers training in firearms safety and self-defense, archery, pepper spray, and bleeding control. Start with your goals, experience, and questions—we’ll discuss a suitable next step.