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The Baldwin Pistol School – Jacksonville, FL
Veteran-led NRA and defensive pistol training in Northeast Florida
✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Jacksonville, Florida
The Baldwin Pistol School ( operates in Jacksonville, Florida, at 17367 New Brandy Branch Road. Founded in 2019 by Tom Martina U.S. Army veteran and retired Jacksonville sheriffs deputy with over 30 years of armed service and firearms teaching experiencethis school offers a wide-ranging curriculum from entrylevel marksmanship to advanced instructor certification. Core offerings include Marksmanship Fundamentals, the NRA Basic Personal Protection in the Home course, Florida Concealed Weapon License training, and specialized safety courses like Home Firearm Safety and Avoid Being a Victim of Crime. The school also provides instructor-level classes and instructor coach workshops for those looking to teach. Tom Martin brings distinguished credentials: adjunct firearms instructor at Florida State College at Jacksonville since 2001, Gunsite Academy and Rangemaster graduate, Gunsite, NRA, and USCCA certified across pistol, rifle, shotgun, range safety, instructor development, and defensive tactics disciplines. A standout feature of Baldwins approach is combining real-world law enforcement foundation with NRA curriculum and custom sessions. Whether youre new to shooting or aiming to become a certified instructor, their training adapts to individual needs and goals. Custom class dates are also available by request. One student review summarizes the experience: Highly recommend the Baldwin Pistol School, they were thorough, professional and lots of hands on training plus range. To see sample course dates or inquire, visit Know a coach or range that deserves to be featured? Submit here: Follow ZRIntel for daily coverage of firearm training innovations and community stories. Featured in this article? Let us know well highlight your repost on our feed!