Proactive Firearms Training was established in 2013 to provide quality training to responsible citizens and businesses selling or purchasing firearms. Our upcoming class dates can be found under the Training Calendar tab above. If you are interested in scheduling an Indiana Hunter Education Class or a Firearms Retailer Safety Class, please use the Contact Us link above.
Brad Trittipo
Owner & Head Trainer
I have been interested in firearms since receiving my first .22 rifle as a child. My interest in firearms continued to expand while in Scouting as a youth and continued to grow as I joined 4-H Shooting Sports as a Teenager and began hunting. After attending my first Indiana Hunter Education class, I made the decision that I would like to help ensure that others safely enjoyed firearms, so in 1998 I became an Indiana Hunter Education Instructor. As an Indiana Hunter Education Instructor, I have had the great opportunity to teach both adults and children and had the opportunity to teach at the Indiana Conservation Officer's Karl Kelly Camp. To my surprise in 2022 I was voted Indiana District 6 Hunter Education Instructor of the Year. In 2012, I decided to obtain my NRA certifications so I could assist in training Scouts in the proper use and safe handling of firearms. After being asked, over the years, if I would teach firearms classes other than Hunter Education I decided to start my own training company to provide quality instruction to those looking to be proactive in their own personal safety and the safety of their families.
I have always believed that the best trainers attend training themselves. I strive to pass on the knowledge and techniques I have gained from excellent instructors such as Louis Awerbuck, Pat Rogers, Steve Tarani, Sheriff Ken Campbell, Steve Fisher, Hilton Yam, Kyle Defoor, and Bayan Dakuginow.
I am an armorer for the AR-15 / M-16 platforms, Remington 870 platforms, Mossberg shotgun platforms, Benelli shotgun platforms, and Glock Pistols.
I am a certified general Law Enforcement Instructor in the State of Indiana and a National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) instructor.
Thank you for seeking out our company for your training needs.
Brad Trittipo
Owner & Head Trainer
I have been interested in firearms since receiving my first .22 rifle as a child. My interest in firearms continued to expand while in Scouting as a youth and continued to grow as I joined 4-H Shooting Sports as a Teenager and began hunting. After attending my first Indiana Hunter Education class, I made the decision that I would like to help ensure that others safely enjoyed firearms, so in 1998 I became an Indiana Hunter Education Instructor. As an Indiana Hunter Education Instructor, I have had the great opportunity to teach both adults and children and had the opportunity to teach at the Indiana Conservation Officer's Karl Kelly Camp. To my surprise in 2022 I was voted Indiana District 6 Hunter Education Instructor of the Year. In 2012, I decided to obtain my NRA certifications so I could assist in training Scouts in the proper use and safe handling of firearms. After being asked, over the years, if I would teach firearms classes other than Hunter Education I decided to start my own training company to provide quality instruction to those looking to be proactive in their own personal safety and the safety of their families.
I have always believed that the best trainers attend training themselves. I strive to pass on the knowledge and techniques I have gained from excellent instructors such as Louis Awerbuck, Pat Rogers, Steve Tarani, Sheriff Ken Campbell, Steve Fisher, Hilton Yam, Kyle Defoor, and Bayan Dakuginow.
I am an armorer for the AR-15 / M-16 platforms, Remington 870 platforms, Mossberg shotgun platforms, Benelli shotgun platforms, and Glock Pistols.
I am a certified general Law Enforcement Instructor in the State of Indiana and a National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) instructor.
Thank you for seeking out our company for your training needs.