First Shot Trainers Network
Bring First Shot Training to Your Community
The First Shot Trainers Network is a nationwide community of approved instructors, ranges, and training companies who deliver the Strike Arena First Shot experience. Grow your training business with student referrals, preferred equipment pricing, and co-marketing support — while keeping full control of your curriculum, schedule, and pricing.
For Trainers & Facilities
Why Join the Network
FSTN partners get the tools, leads, and brand support to grow their training business.
Student Referrals
Receive qualified leads from strikearena.net and our marketing channels. We drive the demand — you deliver the training.
Your Training, Your Way
The First Shot program provides a reference curriculum — you adapt it for your students. Set your own schedule, pricing, and course structure to fit your market.
Equipment Pricing
Access preferred partner pricing on Strike Arena training systems, targets, and accessories.
Co-Marketing
Get a featured listing in our partner directory, shared social media promotion, and co-branded marketing materials.
Brand Association
Align with the Strike Arena brand and the First Shot methodology — a recognized name in data-driven firearms training.
Ongoing Support
Dedicated partner success team, product updates, best-practice sharing, and a community of fellow FSTN trainers.
Requirements
Who Can Apply
We welcome certified instructors, shooting ranges, and training companies that meet the following qualifications.
- ✓Certified firearms instructor (NRA, USCCA, or equivalent)
- ✓Access to an indoor or outdoor shooting range
- ✓General liability insurance
- ✓Clean background check
- ✓Commitment to the First Shot safety-first methodology
- ✓Ability to maintain a 5:1 student-to-instructor ratio
Process
How to Get Started
Four steps from application to your first student.
Apply
Contact us with your credentials, facility details, and the area you serve.
Review
Our team reviews your application and verifies your qualifications.
Onboard
Get set up with Strike Arena equipment and partner resources.
Launch
Go live in the partner directory and start receiving student referrals.
FAQ
Common Questions
There is no membership fee to join the First Shot Trainers Network. Partners invest in Strike Arena training equipment at preferred partner pricing and earn revenue directly from the students they train.
Yes. FSTN partners use Strike Arena training systems to deliver the simulation-based portion of the First Shot experience. As a partner, you receive preferred pricing on all equipment and accessories.
Students searching for First Shot training on strikearena.net are directed to the nearest FSTN partner through our partner directory. We also promote partners through email campaigns, social media, and co-marketing initiatives.
Absolutely. FSTN partners have full flexibility to design their training program, set their own pricing, and tailor the experience to their local market. The First Shot methodology provides a framework — you make it your own.
We work with partners to ensure reasonable coverage without oversaturation. Geographic considerations are discussed during the application process based on population density and demand in your area.
Most applications are reviewed within two weeks. The full onboarding process — from application to directory listing — typically takes 30 days, depending on equipment delivery and setup.
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