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THE DIRECTOR OF SHOOTING TRAINING SOLUTIONS

We are fully open and taking bookings for 2024. If you see there are NO courses available 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, 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 13 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
Andy Doyle | Bespoke Firearms Course | 24th April 2016

The bespoke firearms course was spread over two days with both classroom practical and range based activities. It was well structured and professionally managed throughout. Mark is extremely patient, knowledgeable and has a wealth of experience to draw upon. I would recommend this course to anyone interested in getting a better understanding of the safe and proficient use of assault rifles. Thoroughly enjoyed my time.
Gordon Mellor | Maritime Firearms Refresher Course | 9th March 2014

This was my second course with Shooting Training Solutions & again I thought the course was excellent. The instructor is very experienced ex special forces, so the instruction is first class. The course covers an array of weapons, which is ideal for Matitime Security as the Maritime companies use a lot of various weapons on the transits. This is the number one course for the Maritime Security Operattive.
Apisai Bulimaibau | Maritime Firearms Refresher Course | 7th October 2015

Excellent course and instruction. I would recommend this course to enhance your maritime firearms competency and employabilty within the maritime industry.
Andy Kennedy | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 29th May 2015

found this course exceptional value for money and the instructor was immense with his skills and knowledge I recommend to anyone whatever their skill set.
Lee Hingley | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 12th July 2015

My second year completing this course and like last year the instructor Mark kNobby Knowles was as professional and as patient as ever. Unique subject matter knowledge. Mark is a man with a mountain ofvaluable information on the security industry as a whole. Lee h.
John Owens | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 2nd April 2014

Good course with a massive emphasis on training. Dont be fooled thinking that this is an attendance course as it isnt however the skills it gives you prepares you well for the maritime world even if you think you are already competant on the various weapon systems
Paul Goodman | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 2nd August 2015

Excellent course we'll instructed and the training was excellent will defiantly be going back
Damon Winfield | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 4th January 2015

His course was exceptional from start to finish. It was presented in an extremely professional but relaxed manner. The course instructor Mark Knowles was thorough in his methods of teaching. Mark has a wealth of knowledge in all areas regarding the Maritime industry. The range was expertly ran. Held in a relaxed and safe enviroment with all skills revised prior, fluently transcending in to the practical side of the course. I highly recommend this course with STS and will look towards Mark knowles for future qualification.
Ian Gosling | Maritime Firearms Competency Course | 13th May 2014

Excellent course, very professional and would recommend to anyone joining or currently working within the industry.
Anjuim Moied | The Ultimate Special Forces European Experience | 24th July 2017

I really needed a few days away for myself. I had been to the day experience and thoroughly enjoyed it and thought, hell with it, lets try the European Experience so I gave Mark a call and he arranged all the rest. Every element of the course was carefully planned and organised by Mark which included Flights, Airport pick up, drop off, Accommodation, Excellent Food and One-2-One Training. Mark was the perfect host and made every effort to make you feel like a real V.I.P. The training was held in the south of France in a well equipped range run by a very friendly couple .They made every effort to make you feel welcome and accommodate to ones needs. The training was second to none ; Marks experience in teaching is quickly and clearly evident .The structured and methodical principles created a safe environment while developing my confidence and knowledge of the weapon systems. The accommodation was fantastic , clean, spacious and quite. Everything was catered for even my eating requir... Read more

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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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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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. I will arrange to take you either individually or as a group to Europe on an all-inclusive trip. The participants will have sole occupancy of a range to undertake this course with an array of pistols and myself instructing you for the whole duration.

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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 4 participants. Your 2-day live firing (4 days in total option will consist of learning how to safely use AK74's, M4's, Scorpian machine guns, H&K MP5's and pistols.  

If this is what you are looking for 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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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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STS was the first company to design and implement a MFCC here in the UK. STS has taken some 2,500+ individuals through the course which is known for its high standards.

This one day course is specifically designed for the maritime security industry in accordance with ISO/PAS 28007, SCEG industry best practice guidelines. Clients are instructed by an ex UK Special Forces instructor with a vast array of experience in the security industry.

If you are undecided which company to chose for your training, look at the reviews on our web site and see what people say about our courses.

With an ultra competitive price, maximum time on the weapons, no more than 4 participants on each course and lunch and refreshments included look no further.

 

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