NRA Home Firearm Safety Course - Required for MA license

NRA Home Firearm Safety Course - Required for MA license

Defensive Spray/Less Lethal classes

Defensive Spray/Less Lethal classes

Introductory handgun training - using Simm (simulated firearms/ammunition)

Introductory handgun training - using Simm (simulated firearms/ammunition)

Stop The Bleed

Stop The Bleed

Defensive handgun training

Defensive handgun training

Defensive shotgun training - including Simm

Defensive shotgun training - including Simm

Expert Rifle Training

Expert Rifle Training

Carbine Training

Carbine Training

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First Circle Safety works your mind first; instilling skills such as decision making, avoidance, de-escalation, and alternatives to & less than lethal force when possible. However, when a fight cannot be avoided students will have the knowledge and skills to address realistic threats in a manner that keeps them and their first circle safe.

First Circle Safety is a small training business founded on the principle of layering knowledge, skills and equipment to increase personal and small group/family security. By building knowledge and capability starting with one’s ‘first circle’ and working outward as realistic challenges are addressed, the goal is to build confidence and proficiency to better allow everyday people to worry less and enjoy life more. As skills build, the circle expands and more advanced courses will build on that proficiency.

Safety & Security are also more than shooting; as such, First Circle Safety is committed to a wide range of safety skills and products including firearms training, less lethal training, Stop the Bleed/Medical training, structure site evaluation/safety plans, and more.

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First Circle News

Update to MA requirements to gun laws

Current classes are approved for new LTC or FID; however, for any issued after 8/1/24 new class will also need to be taken prior to renewal!

Man stabs 4 minor girls in MA Movie theater

Have you prepared for being part of a mass casualty event?

Safety is critical

When you attend training, pay careful attention to the safety brief

Is a revolver still a viable option for concealed carry?

Revolvers can be an effective home defense tool, but as a carry option while out in public? As always - It depends

Benefits of a revolver for home defense

If a handgun is your choice for home defense, the humble revolver has advantages.

Can you run a manual firearm?

The time may be soon when semi-autos are banned - can you adjust now?

You are on your own

This is who is coming to save you - you better prepare yourself

ReadyFest Preparedness Festival

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