Train, Protect, Defend
15+ Years as a First Responder
Security licensing, NRA firearms courses and American Red Cross CPR & First Aid training in Tampa, Florida. Hands-on, in-person instruction to help you train, protect and defend with confidence.
From Florida's Class D security officer license to NRA firearms and range safety courses and American Red Cross CPR and First Aid, every class is taught in person in Tampa.
The state-required first step to working security in Florida.
Build a solid foundation with a handgun.
Learn to operate and shoot a rifle safely.
Get comfortable and safe with a shotgun.
For responsible adults who carry or plan to carry a concealed firearm.
For people who want to become Range Safety Officers.
Class D licenses are issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). Eligibility requirements and application steps are set by FDACS; we'll walk you through them when you enroll.
Learn to recognize a cardiac emergency and perform CPR.
Learn when and how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
Learn to respond to common injuries and medical emergencies until help arrives.
CPR and life-support skills for healthcare providers and professional responders.
The essentials for responding to a cardiac emergency.
Our most popular combination for workplaces, coaches and families.
Everything in one package, including Basic Life Support.
Bundles cost less than taking each course separately. Contact us for current bundle pricing and dates.
“Train the way you fight, fight the way you train.”
15+ years as a first responder with law enforcement and private security experience, plus certifications as a pistol, carbine, shotgun and concealed weapon instructor and Chief Range Safety Officer.
Hands-on instruction and live-fire practice, not just slides and videos.
Class D training built around Florida's security officer licensing requirements.
Start with your Class D license, then add firearms, range safety and first aid training.
NRA firearms courses and American Red Cross CPR, AED, First Aid and BLS, all in one place.
Local, in-person classes in Tampa for students across the Tampa Bay area.
Brandon Bowles
Lead Instructor
Brandon Bowles leads training at Free State Firearms Academy in Tampa. Brandon brings 15+ years as a first responder to every class, backed by hands-on experience in both law enforcement and private security. He also holds instructor certifications across firearms and emergency medical disciplines, so students learn both how to handle a firearm safely and how to respond when someone needs help.
Tell us which course you're interested in and we'll get back to you with pricing, schedule and next steps.
Or email us at freestatefirearmsacademy@gmail.com
