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Safety, Responsibility & Fun!

 If you've been curious, or even frightened by firearms and want to overcome that now, I encourage you to take our half-day course on safe pistol handling in Los Angeles.
We have very patient, supportive, well seasoned professional instructors to walk you, step by step, through the process of safe, accurate shooting. We even make it fun! Our program is about shooting as a sport and hobby and about empowerment and overcoming fear and misunderstandings.
This is not boot camp, but an opportunity to learn a fun, new sport, together
or even overcome past practices.
And we do it on our exclusive, private range.
Great with a group or on your own!
Our founder, Dutch Merrick has been a competitive shooter, Motion Picture Studio Armorer and a TA at the world-renowned Esalen Institute in Big Sur.
He brings a grounded, understanding and empathetic approach to learning and community building around firearms.
The program includes everything you need:

⦿ A variety of pistols and revolvers to try out
⦿ Paper, Cardboard and steel Targets

⦿ Ammunition
⦿ Safety gear
⦿ Range fees
⦿ Top-tier instruction
 
We keep the price accessible to empower as many people as possible
at a low all-inclusive price of $299.

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Our Vision

At Live Fire Learning, our vision is to empower individuals who may feel apprehensive or intimidated by firearms, transforming fear into confidence. We are dedicated to making firearms education accessible to under-served people, leveling the playing field with a supportive and inclusive approach.
 

Our signature “Merrick Method” simplifies the learning process, guiding participants through a step-by-step journey that prioritizes safety, skill, and enjoyment. In just half a day, you'll master the fundamentals of marksmanship, safe firearm handling, and secure storage practices—
all while having an engaging and empowering experience.
 

With top-tier instructors who are seasoned professionals in the firearms industry, Live Fire Learning offers more than just education—
it’s a transformative experience that could be one of
the most exciting steps you’ll ever take
.

Payments:

Tuition for the Prop Gun
Set Safety Essentials Workshop is $369

Which includes a pistol shooting workbook, a copy of the brand new "Prop Gun Set Safety for Film & TV" guide book, all workshop materials, studio safety blanks, snacks and some very cool Prop Gun Set Safety swag!
Mention in the payment notes which date & location you are booking.
($50 deposit can also hold a space for you, with the balance
to be paid on or before the workshop date.)

Tuition for the Live Fire Learning
Pistol I course is $299

Which includes guns, paper, cardboard and steel targets, ammunition, range fees and a variety of pistols to learn with.
(Mention in the payment notes which date you are requesting.)

Private Instruction available.
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