Meet the instructors
Marni Watkins
•Taught Elementary School, Middle School, High School, and Adults in various subjects since 1993 and absolutely loves to work with people!
•Passionate about teaching others to safely and responsibly use their firearms & increase personal situational awareness to allow others to protect their families and themselves from the increasing uncertainty of today’s modern threats.
•An advocate for the U.S. Constitution with an emphasis on the 2nd Amendment.
•An Army Veteran’s wife and mother of 2 amazing young ladies.
•Certifications include Credentialed California Educator, NRA Pistol Instructor, NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, NRA Refuse to Be a Victim Instructor, California DOJ Certified Instructor.
Specializes in CCW, Beginning and Advanced Pistol, and Strategical Defense for the Home and Family.
“For a teacher, there is nothing better than watching your students excel! That’s my reward.” - Marni
Jeff Watkins
•Served over 30 years in military and civilian law enforcement where he
•Deployed out of country multiple times to aid the local law enforcement to re-establish law and order.
•Served as a Correctional Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Hostage Negotiations Leader, Member for the state Crisis Response Team, and an expert witness in the area of Use of Force.
•Over 3,000 logged hours as a Training Instructor.
•Goals are to help others legally and safely protect themselves in a world gone mad.
•Favorite quote: “When you truly enjoy your work, you will never work a day in your life.”
•Certifications include NRA Pistol Instructor, NRA Rifle Instructor, NRA Shotgun Instructor, NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, California DOJ Certified Instructor, and numerous certifications for the Department of Corrections.
Specializes in Beginning and Advanced Pistol, Beginning and Advanced Rifle, Beginning and Advanced Shotgun and CDCR Qualifications.
