Jonny Strong
The course was very thouroughly put together and executed. The instrucors own experience is second to none and most certainly as a course attendee I benefitted from this.
Even thought handling weapons has been a common experience for me I still learnt many things in the way of safety, shooting and handling of a variety of weapon systems and how to get the maximum from myself and the systems used.
As a maritime project it was also very informative to know about the legal side of what may happen if things are not done correctly, to be made aware of these things and how to correct them was indeed very positive and important, I can certainly move forward confidentily with this knowledge in my own carree path.Â
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
26th May 2014 James Mazzoni-Dalton
The training was very informative throughout and professionally conducted. It has given me renewed confidantes in my ability as a professional maritime security operator and team leader and allowed me to pressure test and hone my firearms skills. KNobby was knowledgeable, helpful and delivered an enjoyable training experience catering for all learning styles. I will recommend this course to my co-workers and consider this to be the best firearms course I have ever attended in the UK whilst being fantastic value for money.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
26th May 2014 William Docherty
A refresher course and gets you a tick in the box.
Maritime Firearms Refresher Course
25th May 2014 Si Schofield
Nobbys course was again excellent, top instruction and subject matter knowledge. Ticks all ISO compliance boxes and I will be back again next year.
Maritime Firearms Refresher Course
25th May 2014 Andrew Bloomfield
Very well ran course, excellently pitched to the correct level in relation to the standard of the guys on course with me. Range package itself was gleeming and related directly to the maritime industry i.e not just converting live to brass, all in all in my view a highly recommended training provider.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
23rd May 2014 Dave Mclachlan
Excellent course, covers everything needed and more, instructor obviously has a vast knowledge of subject and excellent instructional skills. I will be booking again if still in the industry next year
Maritime Firearms Refresher Course
20th May 2014 Sean Bass
An excellent, informative and professionally run course, the course instructor was undoubtedly a leading subject matter expert with years of practical experience and a distinct passion for his work.
The course itself was 'fast paced' and thoroughly enjoyable, I would highly recommend anyone operating withing the armed security industry to refresh themselves on the various weapon systems used within STS.
I will definatley be returning annually to rejuvanate my 'skills and drills'.
10/10
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
20th May 2014 Mark Smith
A very expensive course.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
16th May 2014 Derren Mcgarvey
Having attended the course at STS on the 12/5/2014 I'm very happy to recommend this course because of the top quality instructor "kNobby" for his in depth knowlage of the weapons and his top quality methods of instruction.keep up the great work and I hope to see you next year for my refresher course.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
14th May 2014 Ian Gosling
Excellent course, very professional and would recommend to anyone joining or currently working within the industry.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
13th May 2014 Alan Stewart
This course was by far the best course I have done to date within the Industry. The Instructor, Mr Mark Knowles, showed from the beginning that he was a subject matter expert on the weapon systems and bolstered this as the course progressed with TOP CLASS instructional technique and guidance throughout the day.
There were also a few extras included in the course that I didnt expect to cover and I found these to be extremely valuable towards the bigger picture within the Industry. There was also top class instruction given on how to improve my marksmanship and better my professionalism within the Maritime Circuit.
I travelled from the north of scotland to attend this course and I would recommend it to anyone as a "MUST DO" course.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
12th May 2014 David Bennett
A pretty decent course run very well by Mark. Kept fairly lighthearted, but still professionally delivered. Having done 2 other courses elsewhere I feel this offers the best value for money and I also felt that I learned some new skills to enhance my marksmanship and some food for thought from a legal perspective. Many thanks.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
9th May 2014 STEPHEN FLYNN
EXCELLENT COURSE, RUN BY A TRUE PROFESSIONAL WITH LOTS OF EXPERIENCE. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
8th May 2014 Max Oscroft
A very enjoyable course with a relaxed atmosphere, the instuctor Mr M Knowles has a skill and knowledge level second to none, he has a eye for detail, he also wants to impove drills and skills throught out the protection indusdry this is proven by the dvd he has made for different weapon systems which can only help in a positive manner for anyone in the idustry from TL to new people starting out
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
8th May 2014 Steve Guinchard
The above mentioned firewarms course was held in Dorset, the facilities were of a very high standard with many weapons for you to be trained on, the instructor Mark Knowles has many years of firearms training experience training people from different backgrounds, his knowledge and help along with his very calming manner made learning the various weapons very easy, he spends time with you to ensure that you are 100% competent with each and every weapons he is teaching you on, I would have no hesitation in recommending this course and Mark to anyone wishing to complete the Maritime Firearms course or refresher course.
Thanks again for a great day.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
5th May 2014 Jim Sutton
I have completed Mark's course every year since it started and it has been constantly & consistently excellent. Small class sizes great facilities & range of weapons and most importantly the instructor is highly professional and knowelagebale on both the industry and the weapon systems. Highly recommend this course to anyone a pleasure as always. JTS.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
5th May 2014 Ste Robson
Shooting Training Solutions has to be the best competency course in the industry (and the only with ISO 9001 accreditation). The instructor has in depth knowledge and skill in all aspects of shooting and coaching and after a day of training at their indoor range you will leave the course a more competent operator with knowledge of several currently used weapon systems.
Apart from the shooting, you will leave the course with a broader understanding of the maritime industry as a whole as the instructor pases on all the current information on the industry during the theory aspect of the course.
All in all a good days practice with several weapons systems and a highly recomended training course.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
5th May 2014 Adam Woolgar
I completed the Maritime Firearms Competency course run in Sherborne by Nobby on Friday 2nd May 2014.
Firstly, I strongly recommend to anyone who is thinking of undertaking this course that they first complete the Familiarization course run by Nobby at the same location. I very naively thought I was ready to undertake the Competency course without this prior knowledge. The weapons and drills involved are often very different to the weapons used by the British Army. Simply being proficient with the SA80 is not a good enough stepping stone.
After I completed the Familiarization course the day before, I felt more than ready to take on the Competency phase. As a general point, I now feel confident and competent with the weapons in question. The course was comprehensive and fun with a firm emphasis on safety. My main priority now is to build on and maintain my skills.
Many thanks Nobby!
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
4th May 2014 Chris Swales
As most of you guys reading about this course will know, Nobby's courses are always of extremely professional and insightful.
The course starts around 8 in the morning and starts with introductions to course and the reasons behind such courses existing. It is run for the right number of people, at 4 the instructor can give the right attention and teaching to all students. The course runs for around 8 hours and covers everything you need revision in, from marksmanship principles with lots of hands on with weapons, to all other considerations of the carriage of weapons and possible use of weapons in foreign waters. There is lots of hands on with a huge range of weapon systems used in the industry and lots of range time making this course a must for everyone.
In industry where cap badges mean little anymore it's good to know that if the lads have done Nobby's course then they have a high standard of weapon drills and skills and a good background knowledge of the industry past, present and future. With a eye opening insight to the legal ramifications of your actions on the job.
This is the third time I have done the course at STS and I have found every one enjoyable and essential for work in such an industry.
You really do get what you pay for on these courses lads and Nobby's prices are very reasonable for what he teaches you. I can't recommend this course enough.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
4th May 2014 Terrance Malone
I like to point out that I did the firearms familiastion day aswell as the maritime firearms course. The training day and the competency day are excellent value for money and for the standerd of training. the standerd of training is by far the highest I've ever done and the way he teaches the course helps you pick it up quickly and a safe way to handle the weapons . So in summary I will be recommending this course to anyone who asks and I will only be doing my firearms training with shooting training solutions and It was well worth the drive down for me.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
3rd May 2014 Peni Veisugusugu
This one day course is one of the best course I have done. with the experiance and knowledge that Nobby has taught with a calm approachable manner.I would recommend this to anyone who like to do this course.
cheers Nobby.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
29th April 2014 Henry Karsten
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.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
25th April 2014 Michael Yianni
Having completed previous competency/refresher courses I have found STS has clearly taken on feedback and improved in several areas over the years. The day is relaxed with good short lectures that focus on relevant areas of firearms and RUF/ROE in the maritime industry. The hands on work on the range is well instructed and I have found the drills to stick and help build confidence in handling weapons which are not necessarily covered on the course. I find Nobby to be a likeable instructor and if it wasn't for the cost being steep for a one day course(but seemingly competitive in maritime courses) then I would happily recommend this course with no negative feedback.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
25th April 2014 John Mcloughlin
Great course with excellent coaching. Pitched at the right level, considering all abilities of the delegates. I would recomend this course to anyone thinking of a career in the Maritime Security Industry.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
24th April 2014 Simon Judge
A well structured and thought out course delivered at a good pace to ensure some operator pressure, while still maintaining the thorough instructional theme.
Safety is paramount throughout Despite the weapons not being full bore. Despite this the marksmanship principles need to be applied rigorously.
Nice work Nobby.
Maritime Firearms Competency Course
23rd April 2014