INSTRUCTORS
Kyle has taught at TSR since 2014, working with everyone from first-time shooters to groups like the Boys and Girls Club, Girl Scouts, and Boy Scouts of America. He meets you at your own skill level and builds from there, whether that’s firing your first shots or sharpening skills you already have. An avid outdoorsman and certified NRA Instructor for Pistol, Rifle, and Personal Protection in the Home, he brings years of hands-on experience to every class.
NRA Certified InstructorTeaching Since 2014Pistol, Rifle & Home Defense
Fun Facts: First firearm: CZ Rami 9mm • Favorite donut: Bosa Maple Bars • Favorite saying: “Rub some dirt on it and get back out there.”
KYLE TEACHES
Kid’s Camp | CCW | Real Estate Safety
Scott spent over 25 years as a Federal Agent with the Department of Justice, including more than 15 years on a federal SWAT team. He’s a Tactics, DHS-certified Firearms, and NRA Instructor with deep experience teaching both handguns and long guns. Concealed carry and shooting from concealment are what he enjoys teaching most.
25+ Years Federal AgentSWAT Team BackgroundDHS & NRA Certified
Fun Facts: First firearm: Gen 1 Glock 17, 9mm • Favorite donut: Los Favs Carne Asada Fries • Favorite saying: “Get off my lawn. Now.”
SCOTT TEACHES
LEOSA | CCW | Low Light | Private Tutoring | Defensive Classes
Kari spent almost 18 years in sworn law enforcement, including time in a special operations division with tactical training and real-world firearms experience. She’s an AZPOST certified Firearms Instructor and an NRA Instructor for handgun, rifle, and shotgun, and she teaches every level from total beginners to advanced shooters. Tactical classes, in a group or one-on-one, are where she likes to build confidence and proficiency the most.
18 Years Law EnforcementAZPOST CertifiedNRA Handgun, Rifle & Shotgun
Fun Facts: First firearm: Ruger .22 Pistol • Favorite donut: “Whatever didn’t make my uniform dirty.” • Favorite saying: “It’s not how many times you get knocked down in life, it’s how many times you get back up.”
KARI TEACHES
Intro to Pistol | Intro to Carbine | Intro to Shotgun | Low Light | Conceal Carry Shooting Techniques | Defensive Classes | Private Tutoring
MJ is an NRA certified instructor for intro pistol, rifle, and shotgun classes, with solid knowledge across multiple shooting disciplines. He’s a great choice if you’re a beginner or intermediate shooter looking to build a strong foundation.
NRA Certified InstructorPistol, Rifle & Shotgun
Fun Facts: First firearm: “Probably a 1911” • Favorite donut: “We don’t know yet…” • Favorite saying: “1911, because two world wars.”
MJ TEACHES
Intro to Pistol | Private Tutoring | Intro to Carbine | Intro to Shotgun
Katie has over 20 years of shooting experience, 10 years in the industry, and 5 years as a certified instructor, and she brings real patience to every class. She knows that learning to shoot can feel like a big step for women and families, so she builds a supportive space where you can ask questions and learn at your own pace. Whether you’re brand new or sharpening skills you already have, her goal is to help you feel comfortable, capable, and in control.
20+ Years Shooting Experience5 Years Certified InstructorWomen & Family Focused
Fun Facts: First firearm: Sig 938, 9mm • Favorite donut: Maple Bar • Favorite saying: “It is what it is.”
KATIE TEACHES
Intro to Pistol | Pistol Fundamentals | Women’s Situational Awareness Seminar | Private Tutoring