S11E13: 10 Tips for Firearms Trainers with Rob Beckman

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About This Episode:

In this episode, I discuss ten essential tips for firearm trainers with Rob Beckman, the host of The Firearm Trainer's Podcast. We focus on the importance of continuous self-training, understanding diverse skill levels among students, and fostering empathy in instruction.

Rob emphasizes safety communication on the range and the need for medical preparedness. We also explore adapting teaching methods for adult learners and managing performance anxiety through practical strategies. Our conversation underscores the value of flexibility and knowledge in creating a safe and effective training environment.

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About Riley Bowman

Riley Bowman is the Director of Training at ConcealedCarry.com and the Host of the Concealed Carry Podcast. He started teaching during his 8-year experience with a state-level law enforcement agency in Colorado. Riley has trained extensively under instructors such as: Rob Leatham, Mike Seeklander, Tom Givens, Tim Herron, Scott Jedlinski, Matt Little, Kyle Lamb, Dave Spaulding, Jeff Gonzales, Bill Blowers, Chuck Pressburg, and others, amassing many hundreds of hours of formal shooting and tactics training. He is an NRA Pistol Instructor, a Colorado P.O.S.T. Handgun and Patrol Rifle Instructor, a Rangemaster Certified Pistol Instructor, a graduate of Trident Concepts Concealed Carry Instructor course, and a Modern Samurai Project Endorsed Instructor. He also competes in USPSA as a Grand Master (Limited Optics), Steel Challenge (Master), and 3-gun competitions, is a multiple-division USPSA Colorado State Champion, and also has multiple top-25 finishes at USPSA and IPSC National Championships in multiple divisions.

2 Comments

  1. Dan Nelson on April 29, 2025 at 1:54 pm

    This was a great episode. As a former State Trooper from Maryland, you both were spot on with all your comments. Great advice to not only new shooters but sometimes even veterans need to hear things they previously learned.

    • Riley Bowman on April 30, 2025 at 8:53 am

      I really appreciate your comment, Dan. It’s good to hear that the episode resonated with you!

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