GARY DAUGHERTY – Lead Instructor

Gary@FirearmSafetyInstitute.com


CERTIFICATIONS

NRA Certified Instructor - Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun

NRA Certified Range Safety Officer

NRA Certified Refuse To Be A Victim Instructor

Red Cross CPR/First Aid/AED Certified

Illinois State Police Authorized Concealed Carry Instructor


CONTINUING EDUCATION

Massad Ayoob Group (MAG-40) Graduate, Staff

Lt. Col. Dave Grossman Ret.

Rob Pincus (I.C.E. Training)

Kathy Jackson: Cornered Cat: Defensive Handgun 2 Day Class
Don Stahlnecker:  Handgun Retention

​Bob Mayne and Ben Branam: Beyond Concealed Carry Enhanced

​Tonya Franklin: ACT FAST (Armed Civilian Tactical First Aid Safety Training)


MEMBERSHIPS

National Rifle Association (NRA Life Member)

Gun Owners of America (GOA Life Member)

Second Amendment Foundation (SAF Life Member)

Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA)

Illinois Carry

Guns Save Life

​Grass Roots North Carolina

International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA)

United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA)


OVERVIEW: Gary has enjoyed shooting for over 30 years. His love of shooting and all things related to firearm safety and training lead him to become an NRA Certified Instructor so that he could share his knowledge and passion with others.  He regularly participates in professional development and continues training to improve and expand his skills. This allows him to offer the ultimate learning experience to his students.  Gary is a regular participant on The Polite Society Podcast, a weekly discussion covering legislation, news and practical information important to all in the firearm community.   


Firearm safety institute staff