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THE DIRECTOR OF SHOOTING TRAINING SOLUTIONS

We are filling up the courses for 2025 fast and are now open for bookings for 2026, if you see there are NO course dates available for when you would like to do a course please get in touch via the contact page or give me a ring to explain your requirements and aspirations and I will do my best to accommodate you. Please allow plenty of time when thinking of booking a course as we are extremely busy with new and old clients wanting to continue their training both here in the UK and abroad.

Shooting Training Solutions courses are open to anyone, whether you are a keen enthusiast, a beginner, aspiring actor or going on an expedition to the Polar regions. There are many other dangerous environments which require you to be safe and competent whilst in possession of a firearm, or you may be curious and interested in learning how they operate. We will accomodate your requirements and have trained people as far a field as Australia, Cayman Islands, Japan, India, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Kenya and the Netherlands. The training is conducted all indoors in a warm and inviting location under the watchful eye of a very experienced trainer. Shooting Training Solutions will make your experience enjoyable, fun filled and memorable.

Your safety is paramount and we will make sure you feel safe and confident attending a course with STS. We have very strict safety guidelines in place and daily checks are carried out. Thank you again for you're continued support, understanding and patience. Your safety is paramount, keep safe, keep smiling and I hope to meet you soon.

MK “Nobby” Director of Shooting Training Solutions is the sole instructor on the firearms training courses run by Shooting Training Solutions. Mark has some 33 years of military service in UK Special Forces, Royal Marines and 14 years teaching in the commercial sector. His operational service stretches from the Falklands war in 1982, to serving in every major conflict since, including 4 tours of Afghanistan. MK served for 5 years as the chief instructor of the Special Boat Service and 2 years as the senior SBS instructor at 22 SAS.

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Shooting Training Solutions continues to improve training standards.


Shooting Training Solutions are proud to have been awarded ISO 9001:2015 quality standard. We now continue to improve training standards so clients go away feeling confident, safe and competent.

Shooting Training Solutions was the first and only firearms training establishment to have been awarded this most exacting of quality standards and led the way in quality training.

STS commitment to safety and quality has been a constant feature of STS training and we are continuing to implement better standards and quality control for the courses we run.  STS continually monitor and manage quality across our business and identify and implement improvements.

STS commitment to these quality standards is proof to both our private customers and corporate clients that they can have absolute confidence in the safety and effectiveness of the courses that we deliver.

You are a valued client and it is  hoped that you will acknowledge that Shooting Training Solutions continues to represent the best firearms training in the UK today.



As an established training provider Shooting Training Solutions hope it shows to you, our valued customers, we are constantly improving, updating and giving to you the best training we can supply.
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Testimonials

A random selection of our testimonials. For more look at our testimonial page
Tim Ford | Maritime Firearms Refresher Course | 7th February 2017

This is my 3rd time with mark and it doesn't get much better ! A high level of instruction that you would be hard to find anywhere else in my opinion . You send emails , texts and you'll get a rapid response from him and when you complete the course you'll get the same aftercare , very efficient . Highly recommend !! Thanks again .
Bryan Paterson | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 11th March 2016

For the second time with Mark at S.T.S What to say? A really brilliant cool educational day with a very competent instructor. Arrived in Sherborne very late. Good B&B THE BAKEHOUSE with Malcolm being very helpful.
Toby Storie-Pugh | Bespoke Firearms Course | 21st March 2016

Mark put together a weapons familiarisation, safety, handling and shooting course for an upcoming expedition that will spend a year in the DR Congo. He provided training on the major weapons systems that the team would be likely to encounter, incl AK47, M-16, H&K G3, SLR, bolt-action rifles and variants of the above. Expedition team members arrived with no effective weapons knowledge but left with a solid grounding in the fundamentals of safe handling and firing of those weapons, and with an understanding of core weapons principles that will, if necessary, allow quick adaptation to any weapons system. The course was rigourous, with a relentless focus on safety, and the team was able to cover a lot of material in a short time. Highly recommended.
Henry Karsten | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 25th April 2014

I would recommend this course to any future or current Maritime Security Operators. Fantastic knowledge and experience from the instructor. The venue is excellent and a good variety of weapons.
Dave Barton | Maritime Firearms Refresher Course | 12th March 2014

From start to finish the course was conducted in a professional and friendly manner. The tempo of the training given was relevant to the standard of the personnel attending, this increased during the day as standards improved. Throughout the whole day all aspects of instruction was faultless and necessary for the task we have to carry out. New weapons were introduced along with left handed drills and firing. Overall an excellent day and I have no hesitation in recommend it to any one in our area of work.
Christopher David | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 30th September 2015

I have just completed the firearms course, Mark (Nobby) is an absolute expert. The knowledge he has on each weapon system is phenomenal. I learned a lot from his tutorage, through Mark's knowledge and skill set, he will surely get the best out of you in one day as he did with me. Highly recommend this course to anyone!!
John Guthrie | Bespoke Firearms Course | 27th September 2021

At best, I would consider myself an "enthusiastic plinker" with all the bad habits that being self taught brings. Curious enough to take stuff apart but lacking the confidence or ability to put it back together again in a working fashion This was to change MK had me successfully stripping and re-assembling stuff using a time honoured method of explain, watch, copy, repeat, which might not sound fun, but it is deeply satisfying to successfully complete This is how the rest of the day progressed - encouragement, observation and coaching throughout In this one day course MK was able to identify and set me straight on problems with my shooting, some that I think I suspected I did but didn't know how to correct and some that I wasn't even aware I was doing - one thing that neither of us could fix though was my glasses steaming up (note to self: take anti-mist wipes the next time) All in all a thoroughly enjoyable day, professionally run with excellent equipment and facilitie... Read more
Benjamin Rogers | Bespoke Firearms Course | 24th March 2018

The best thing I can say about Mark as a trainer is that he is so very patient. He puts you at ease instantly and enviroment is very relaxed which is exactly what you want from an instructor when learning to use a firearm, especially if you don't have a great deal of experience. That is not to say the course is not intensive. In the space of two days with Mark I feel like I've learnt more and developed more than I ever have before having had some previous experience training in the regular armed forces. It was also a privilege to meet Mark and learn about his career and ask him questions, very humbling. Already booked another ciurse. Can't recommend these courses enough if you want to prepare for army or police training in particular.
Gary Havelock-Smith | Maritime Firearms Refresher Course | 23rd March 2016

Mark, has evolved this course yet again into a highly practical and totally relevant tool for MSO's. Full credit for an up to date presentation that has not one short coming. A very worthwhile course for anyone to attend.
Andy Doyle | The Ultimate Special Forces European Experience | 29th October 2016

The ultimate special forces firearms experience is a must for anyone looking to gain indepth and detailed knowledge of both full bore 5.56, 7.62 and 9mm weapons handling. The course is overseen by Mark who is both patient and comprehensive, and draws on decades of special forces experience to ensure that every detail is covered. The range is equipped with modern, well maintained weapons systems and excellent facilities to ensure that the experience is of the highest order. I can't recommend this course enough and I'm looking forward to booking another course with Mark in the near future to ensure my skill set continues to evolve.

Our Firearms and Shooting Training Courses



This course is open to anyone. If you are looking for firearms training in anti poaching, acting, film set extras, expeditions or just interested in being trained on firearms, I will design a course for you 

Your dedicated instructor will create a package to suit your individual objectives either as part of a small group (no more than 4 people) or on a one to one training basis with exclusive range use.

You will learn from scratch all about the safety side of handling these weapons, understand how they work and function before getting in depth training on the drills and skills you need to operate them correctly and safely.

It will be challaging, fun, exhilarating and rewarding and you will go away feeling you want more.

If this is what you are after, drop me an e-mail or give me a call and I will be happy to take up the challenge.

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21st NovemberFully Booked
23rd NovemberFully Booked
27th NovemberFully Booked
29th NovemberFully Booked
4th DecemberFully Booked
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16th DecemberFully Booked

Are you looking for an insight into the Special Forces and want to experience handling and firing weapon systems used in a safe and welcoming atmosphere?

This is the experience for you then. Based in the UK, this one day Special Forces Experience is designed for individuals or up to 4 participants. You will taught the safety aspects and marksmanship principles before getting your hands on AK74's, M16's and various other weapons. You will be taught how to safely handle them, strip and assemble and carry out the correct drills when operating them, before live firing later in the day.   

The day will be hosted and run by MK (Nobby) Director of Shooting Training Solutions who will give you an insight to his 33 years career in the Special Forces and be your instructor throughout.

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22nd NovemberFully Booked
12th DecemberFully Booked

For those of you who are unaware of the UK Firearms regulations you cannot fire 9mm pistols in the UK. STS offer two packages where you can learn all about Pistol handling and become proficient and safe with the weapons.

 

The first is a one-day course based in the UK and is designed to develop the skills of those who wish to learn how to use a pistol as a primary firearm. We cover all the safety aspects, workings of the weapon, function tests and correct grip and hold before shooting on a range with high powered BB Glock 17 and SIG 226 pistols . This will give you a good insight to all pistol techniques and a platform to build on. 

 

The second course we offer is a full-bore 9mm pistol shooting course in Europe. The European package Is a 3/5 day shooting package, you will be required to travel out the day before the course starts and travel back the day after, you will get 2 or 3 days on the range. I will book your flights and take care of everything else, you just need to turn up with your passport and case. Everything is included car-parking at the airport, transfers, accommodation, meals, equipment, weapons and ammunition all in the price. Pistol shooting is an art on its own. It takes time and effort to be able to engage targets out to 30m using the correct techniques with both your strong and weak arm. One handed pistol is essential and has to be practiced. You will practice these skills and this will reduce your reaction time, allow you to shoot faster with a higher degree of accuracy and increase your confidence with your weapon. I will endeavour to get you to the ACPO (Association of Chief Police Officers) pistol firearms standard with the time allocated and show you that with good instruction and coaching you can in a very short time become proficient safe and accurate with a pistol.  .

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This Ultimate Special Forces European Experience package is unique and has an all-inclusive price, your every need will be catered for.

It is open to anyone regardless to firearms experience. Your host and instructor is a a former Special Boat Service Operative MK (Nobby) Director of Shooting Training Solutions who will arrange everything and accompany you for the whole experience in Europe.

It is open to individuals who would like a one to one experience or a group of up to 3 participants. Your 2 or 3-day live firing (4 or 5 days in total option will consist of learning how to safely use AK74's, M4's, H&K MP5's and pistols.  

If this is what you are looking for from a highly established training company with everything arranged for you and a personal touch to go with it and you want to learn in a safe and welcoming environment give me a ring and I will arrange everything for you.

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Most expeditions to Polar regions ( which Svalbard have approved our course ) and to countries around the world where you would want to be armed for your own protection require you to demonstrate you are safe and competent before issuing a firearms for that trip. The Police in various counties ask for a certificate of competency with firearms before issuing you a license or renewing one.

STS Firearms Competency Course and certificate are recognised by a number of organisations and Police forces in the UK.  

The aim of this course is to introduce new clients to firearms and to refresh those who may be returning to the sport to ensure a level of competence. This course aims to take clients through the relevant safe handling and safe shooting requirements to meet the standards relating to public safety and the Police.

The course combines a training room based input with practical experience on the range with various weapon systems.

Over the years we have worked with a large number of individuals who are going on expeditions, renewing or trying to obtain a firearms license and all of them have returned home after the course better informed, safer and more knowledgeable about all aspects of firearms handling. 

 

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20th NovemberFully Booked

Have you ever been intrigued or interested to know how the Special Forces here in the UK operate and how firearms feel when you fire a full calibre round at a target? Well this one-day experience might be the day out for you. Your Instructor will talk you through his 33 years of sevice to Queen and Country from the Falklands war to four tours of Afghanistan. You will fire various weapons to name a few, M4, MP5, Ruger, Tikka T3, Lee Enfield 303 and The American Sniper weapon the 300 Win mag.
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MK “Nobby” Director of Shooting Training Solutions is the sole instructor on the Firearms training courses run by Shooting Training Solutions. Mark has some 33 years of Military service in UK Special Forces and the Royal Marines.

His operational service stretches from the Falklands war in 1982, to serving in every major conflict since, including 4 tours of Afghanistan. MK served for 5 years as the chief instructor of the Special Boat Service and 2 years as the senior SBS instructor at 22 SAS.

He will host and take you through your personally designed, unique Corporate Firearms Package.

 

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This course has grown in popularity since its introduction by STS for potential Police firearms officers to attend before they undertake their Police firearms course. 

Here at STS we are proud of our very high pass rate from clients who have attended our course and continued on to aspire to be police firearms officers.

Each course will be designed specifically for you as different Police forces use different firearms. It will give you the confidence and reassurance that you will be able to handle the firearms safely and correctly, allowing you to concentrate on the other aspects of the course you have to assimilate.

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All live firing training is conducted in .22 Rimfire Semi-Automatic Rifles or simulated Pistols due to UK legislation.