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Marlan Ingram

In addition to my former career in law enforcement, I have over two decades of experience as a competitive shooter and have spent the past 23 years serving as a Firearms and Defensive Tactics Instructor. I develop and teach a range of courses, including Self-Defense Pistol Skills Levels 1–4 (including advanced), Close Quarters Handgun, and Close Quarters Rifle. I also instruct Basic Handgun and Concealed Carry classes. My training experience extends to law enforcement agencies, private security groups, and private citizens.

Certifications and Instructor Credentials:

  • NRA Handgun Distinguished Expert
  • NRA Tactical Shooting Instructor
  • USCCA Certified Firearms Instructor
  • Kentucky DOCJT Instructor/Trainer
  • Smith & Wesson Academy Certified Firearms Instructor
  • Combat Focus Shooting Certified Firearms Instructor
  • Action Target Academy 3-Gun Instructor
  • TEES MP-5 Submachine Gun Instructor
  • TCOLE Basic Tactics Instructor (Room Entry/Clearing)
  • FX Simunitions Scenario Instructor

Defensive tactics & Use-of-Force Instruction

  • Unified Fighting Systems Defensive Tactics Instructor
  • Unified Fighting Systems Edged Weapons Defense Instructor
  • Unified Fighting Systems O.C. Spray Instructor
  • Missouri POST Defensive Tactics Instructor
  • PPCT Defensive Tactics Instructor
  • National Self Defense Institute S.A.F.E. Instructor
  • Atoka Police Department General Law Enforcement Instructor

Advanced Firearms & Tactical Training

  • Israeli Combative Pistol Course
  • Thunder Ranch Defensive Handgun Course
  • Rangemaster Combative Pistol Course
  • Range USA Advanced Handgun Course
  • Rangemaster Active Shooter Response Course

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