Course Testmonials

The quality of instruction was excellent and the course was conducted in a very professional way. The first day was spent in the classroom doing dry drills and weapons disassembly and assembly. The range phase was challenging and was done in a progressive manner, starting with static firing and then moving on to more advanced drills. A wide variety of weapons systems were covered in the two days and would definitely recommend this course.

A specific and highly bespoke course was desgined for me to address those things a writer needs to know about firearms. It really helps - as a writer - to know and understand what it takes to achieve firearms excellence - and to understand the complexities of dismantling, reassembling, cleaning, loading and unloading a weapon. In terms of addressing these requirements the course was perfect. The expertise and knowledge of the trainer was invaluable - and the teaching style - and teaching skills - were first rate. Customer service was excellent - the supply of tea and coffee generous - as was the lunch. All in all - VERY highly reccomended.

Excellent course, delivered from a very knowledgable and experienced instructor. Only two on the course so almost one on one tuition. Weapon handling and classroom work in the morning, life firing in the afternoon. A great qualification gained to make you more employable.

Nobby runs an absolutely first class course that I would thoroughly recommend. His level of experience and instruction are unparalleled.

I recently attended this establishment to re-certify for my work. The instructor was very patient with me, and allowed me to pick up the skills on weapon types I had never used before. The facilities are top notch and I was very impressed with the instructors method of teaching. I would recommend this course to anyone seeking to qualify/improve their weapon safety and handling Skills. Thanks Mark.

The course covered something that I had wanted to do for some years without really knowing whether it would be possible. It was interesting and enjoyable from start to finish, and we couldn't have wished for a better or more fascinating instructor.

Having previously gained this certificate via another provider I was surprised at the fact I learned quite a lot from Mark in the opening hour. So at the end of the day I had taken away a lot of new and valuable information. Marks background speaks for itself and you know you are being taught by someone of the highest calibre. Great course, highly recommended.

The refresher course was very well presented.Nobby knows what he is doing. Learnt a few new things and brushed up on my shooting. Well done STS.

Excellent course,very well presented,excellent clear, concise and relevent instruction.Would recommend this course for anyone wanting to gain this qualification.

I thoroughly enjoyed undertaking this bespoke weapons course with Mark, his knowledge and instructional ability surpassed my expectations, which gave me reassurance on the quality of training I was provided with. I am very happy in knowing that I have acquired new skills, which will aid me in my profession. I have already recommended Mark to work colleagues and look forward to completing another package with him in the future.

On completion of my second Maritime competancy course with STS I have again received firearms training of the highest standard delivered by subject matter expert Mark Knowles in a safe and logical manner. Marks clear knowledge and experience in the Maritime/security industry is clear to see. I would highly recommend this course to anyone.

good confident training.

This course is ideal for those transitioning from the military into the civilian security industry. Weapon instruction on commonly encountered systems (M-16, AK47, G3, Sig and Glock) is second to none and instructor knowledge is absolutely first rate. The range phase is both challenging and enjoyable with plenty of scope for learning and for improving current skills.

Excellent Course. Very informative and priceless advise.

Excellent course we'll instructed and the training was excellent will defiantly be going back

An excellent course run by a quality Instructor.

Totally professional really enjoyed this course will recommend it to anyone in the Maritime industry A+

First firearms course I did with Mark Knowles company and would go again. Course layout was simple and the way he feeds us the information was easy to understand. Would recommend to friends in the industry.

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.

I highly recommend this course for anyone wishing to get into maritime security. The instructor is extremely experienced, very well known and very reputable in the security industry. I am definitely returning to Shooting Training Solutions for my renewal.

I recently attended the Firearms Competency Course with Shooting Training Solutions. It is an extremely well run course with a very knowledgeable instructor. Would highly recommend this course to anybody in maritime the security industry looking to complete a firearms competency course.

Just completed the 'firearms competency course' in order to gain the necessary qualifications to work within the maritime industry. I can honestly say I learnt more today with various weapon systems than I did the 8 years I was in the corps And would feel fully competent in using any of the weapons if I was to come across them on any vessel. in my opinion this was solely down to the methodical approach the instructor (Nobby) taught us, his years of experience and vast knowledge of the weapon systems and the industry was hugely beneficial and would highly recommend this course to anyone looking to work within the maritime industry.

Would reccomend the course , but 1 day doesnt seem long enough, maybe it could be run over two.

What an outstanding course-great venue, I have considerable time working with firearms and learnt a lot-With great instruction from an absolute expert!, Mark (Nobby) will get the best from you in the day you attend his course, and his experience and skills shone out throughout the course too, I have attended another providers competency course and in comparison Nobby's has been the best out of the three I have attended,I will certainly be going back again-If you require to get the qualifications get in touch with Nobby-it really is that simple! Nobby Thanks again John Baxter

This course is exellent I am a self employed builder with no military experience however I now feel comfortable safely handling all of the weapon systems that I had training on and have a more general sence of competency in this area now . The training is tailored and concise in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere and I have learned more than I ever thought I would outside of the military I highly recommend this course.