Course Testmonials

Inspiring, humbling, challenging but incredibly good, safe fun. Nobby is absolutely the real deal. It's a real privilege to listen to his remarkable career. To gain some small insight into the lives, heroic actions and sacrifices our Soldiers and SF make on our behalf every day, often without so much as a paragraph in a paper. The hands on training was very well prepared and delivered. The variety of weapons far exceeded expectations, and the pace and challenge was so well tailored to our group's ability. (We were a mixed group with regards to ability, but at no point did anyone feel left behind, or anyone feel left wanting. Nobby's control of the day was outstanding to that end.) Next stop will be the ultimate experience. Full bore in Europe.

A superb day of learning. Mark is a fascinating man with an incredible background. The day was informative, challenging and fun. I highly recommend it.

Exellent course run by an instructor with a massive amount of knowledge to give. It was a very enjoyable learning environment and I would highly recommend it. Also great value for money.

Awesome course with Mark ( Nobby) Knowles. I learnt so much and found it so insightful. I will definitely book in for another course. It was tough but I felt amazing after completion. Beck's

I really enjoyed my two days course, Mk (KNobby) was very helpful with everything. Even suggesting accommodation as I travelled from London. Mark (KNobby) Knowles has so much experience and I felt very lucky to be taught by such a skilled professional. I'm not going to lie, it was quite challenging at times, maintaining all the information on Day 1 was tiring and I felt quite overwhelmed. I studied that evening, determined to come back the next day feeling like I had absorbed it. I enjoyed the course a lot more when I started to break everything down and understand what Mk (KNobby) was teaching me I was really happy with what I achieved and how I coped under the pressure of remembering the different drills. I couldn't have achieved my certificate without really applying my concentration and having such a brilliant expert teaching me. Thank you Mark (KNobby) Knowles for your patience and for working me so hard. I feel its been a great confidence booster and I will arrange another course soon to improve on the skills I learnt and obtain knew knowledge. Beck's

For the second year running I am in no doubt that this is definitely the best ran course I've completed during the five years I've been in maritime security. Combining a great mixture of tuition, practice and testing, Nobby, who is an excellent instructor covers all the relevant points related to firearms in the industry and gives a very good insight to the legal points not usually discussed. Using a superb range of well maintained weapons in an excellent training environment with the highest level of instruction I would definitely recommend this course to anyone wanting to do an excellent course at a great price - So once agin many thanks Mr Knowles . . . See you next year

A very enjoyable and informative course conducted by a very knowledgeable instructor. The small course numbers means that all the relevant weapons systems are covered and drills completed to the required standard.

This was my second course with Nobby who delivered a tailor made day for my sons 9th Birthday. Nobby brought the very best out of my son as he introduced him to a safety brief with firearms, then onto some really enjoyable marksmanship principles, sight alignment and even had him stripping an MP4 to understand the functionality of firearms. Safety, Familiarisation, nsp's and ia driills understood we went onto the range to experience and fire 5 diferent weapons systems. Whilst safety remains paramount with firearms it was non the less great fun for my son and I who showed me he had a new competitive streak emerging Under expert tuition my sons markmanship principles and skill had grown to the extent that I was quite concerned going into the competition to end an amazing day on the range. A top day with a consummate professional that not only has the skill to train and motivate senior forces professionals but has the humour, and ability to bring out the very best from a young man and deliver a father son day that will stay with my boy for the rest of his life.. Many thanks Nobby Terry & Reece

Top class instructor with extensive knowledge of the security circuit, tatical trauma and weapon systems. Great training in a nice and welcoming environment. Throughly enjoyed my day and learnt a lot from Mark. Would recommend this course to everyone!

first time I have attend this course run by Mark, None As Nobby and from what I heard out on the net. he is a down to Earth person who will go that extra mile to make sure you are happy before going though the test and I would recommend this course to anyone who is intrested in doing any fire arms courses or any refesher course cheers Mark for today and see you again Next year.

Excellent course provided by a very experienced and competent instructor, Mark. He is patient and methodical. Marks methods and knowledge are second to none and you will not find a better instructor. I learnt so much during the course and felt confident in what I had learnt during the day. I highly, highly recommend this course and I will use Mark again in any further training I require in the future.

Great course well set out and will be back next year thank you Mark

An absolutely incredible course with an exceptional delivery from one of the UKSF Chief instructors. Mark tailored my 2 day Bespoke Firearms Course for my specific needs giving me the knowledge, understanding on how to fully operate different weapon systems. It it quite easy for me to say that I have learnt more from Mark in 2 days on the Bespoke Firearms Course than I did from my 4.5 Years of service with the British Army. His training is methods and course conducts are at the highest level imaginable Marks skill level speaks massive volumes with his 33 years of Military service in UK Special Forces you will NOT find better training elsewhere. The value for money is fantastic and the skills you will learn will be with you for life. I will definitely be going back to see Mark very soon in the near future for more training, I can't wait. All I can say is thank you mark for an exceptional course and to anyone reading. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

An absolutely incredible course with an exceptional delivery from Mark "Nobby" Knowles. Mark has given me with a very in-depth training package allowing me the knowledge and understanding on how to operate different weapon systems. Marks 33 years of Military service in UK Special Forces speaks massive volumes and it is very easy for me to say that I have learnt more from Mark on my 2 day bespoke firearms course than I did with my 4.5 years service with the British army I shall definitely be going back to see Mark for further and more advanced training as he is without doubt the best in the industry. The best value for money that you will ever find Cheers buddy see you soon

An absolutely incredible Bespoke Firearms course with an exceptional and highest level of experienced instructor Mark "Nobby" Knowles delivers the best training you could ever imagine. It is quite easy for me to honestly say I have learnt more from Mark in 2 days on the Bespoke firearms course than I did from the 4.5 years of service in the army. I shall definitely be going back for more training from Mark as his 33 years of Military service in UK Special Forces speaks massive volumes. Great value for money and thank you very much for the exceptional training Cheers Buddy

I would recommend this course to anyone looking to improve on their shooting skills, This is my 3rd time doing a firearms course with Shooting Solutions and I keep coming back not only due to the quality of training but 3 years in the maritime industry I have noticed that with an STS firearms certificate it is widely recognized by PMSC giving me a better chance of being accepted for contract work with various companies.

My husband and I had this day course together, primarily driven by being supporters of the SBSA. We have previously had no firearms experience at all, but after just the day with Mark we had learnt a huge amount about both the Special Forces and their different firearms used for varying scenarios. Mark was personable, hugely experienced, absolutely spot on with health & safety and ran premises both fit for purpose and comfortable. The showing of some films was also very informative as was his on screen presentations. We enjoyed the practice shooting with the various weapons and became quite competitive with each other! Overall the day was very interesting, informative, great fun and we thoroughly enjoyed spending a day with someone so absolutely on top of his subject..

great to see my son get hands on experience with a highly qualified instructor and get to play with a few weapons I had long forgotten how to strip down.

Excellent cours, I couldn't recommend it enough. Marks experience and knowledge really came through and the course was really enjoyable. worth every penny.

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 .

Very good course. Good facilities with a wide range of weapons used and plenty of time and tuition on each weapon. Mark runs the course in a relaxed but professional manner, his knowledge and experience is evident throughout. Overall a very good refresher course, the day is well structured and enjoyable.

I had no real firearms experience prior to booking on this course. I've only ever fired a pistol at a range in Thailand and done some clay pigeon shooting. With this in mind Mark structured the course to suit me and my lack of experience. Mark’s professionalism and knowledge was top notch. His friendly but firm attitude helped me to relax (a little bit) during all the strenuous drills. I’ve learnt so many new skills which I’m looking forward to putting into practise at my local shooting club, which I’ve recently joined. This course will help with your safety principles, knowledge of different weapons, Marksmanship principles and confidence. This is a demanding course that is both mentally and physically tough but it’s very rewarding. I will definitely be looking at booking on another course with Mark again in the future.

Very good day, professional instruction and firing on a variety of weapons, maximum hands on due to course attendance restricted to 4 students, highly recommended.

I was delighted with the progress made on this superb course. Five weapon systems in 2 days. Mark's universal approach to drills on a wide variety of different weapons makes for easy learning and developing confidence. Many thanks for your faultless professionalism Mark. Aiming to be considered for the ultimate SF firearms experience with Mark in due course.

This is a great course taught by really good and knowledgeable instructor. Definitely the best out there.