Need to neutralize a mob of terrorists using a revolutionary, breakthrough Gunfighting System developed by a former CIA operative and his team of aggressively hirsute instructors? If so, I'm not the guy for you. But if you're looking for a casual, friendly, apolitical environment in which to learn safe and practical use of guns for recreation, sport, or self-defense, I can help. My name is Vadim. I'm an experienced, credentialed handgun instructor but can also teach fundamentals of rifle and shotgun use. I specialize in students new to firearms, understand the potential anxiety experienced by new shooters and work hard to make my classes not just informative but relaxed, stress-free, and fun. I'm certified, insured, and maintain the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

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I regularly compete in International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) and United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) matches. 

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Most importantly, I'm an enthusiastic, perpetual student and have over 700 hours of formal training with some of the best firearms instructors in the country, including:

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Tom Givens

Massad Ayoob
Pat Goodale

Pat Rogers
John Murphy
Greg Ellifritz

Robert Vogel

Ernest Langdon

Michael Green

Gabe White

Craig Douglas

Steve Tarani

Karl Rehn

Paul Sharp

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Certifications and accomplishments:
- Graduate of the Rangemaster Advanced Firearms Instructor Certification course
- NRA Basic Pistol instructor
- LGC Firearms instructor
- NRA Range Safety Officer
- IDPA Safety Officer

- F.A.S.T. Pin (under seven seconds) 

- Gabe White Dark Pin

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Memberships: 
- International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA)
- United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA) 
- Association of Defensive Shooting Instructors (ADSI)
- Virginia Citizens Defense League (VCDL)
- Armed Citizen Legal Defense Network