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Established in 2007, Great Lakes Firearms Safety Training offers the most comprehensive CCW (CPL) classes available and has taught thousands of students seeking their CCW's in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Ohio. Great Lakes Firearms Safety Training has also trained many individuals to become successful NRA Instructors.


Ross Palmer is the President and Chief Instructor for Great Lakes Firearms Safety Training. He has had a lifelong love of firearms and is a staunch supporter of Americans' second amendment rights.


Ross participates in numerous shooting events and is regular on the Midwest IDPA and USPSA competition circuit and has won numerous state and regional titles


Below are Ross' current and former certifications:

  • National African American Gun Association Pistol Instructor
  • USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Certified Instructor
  • Former Sig Sauer Semi-Automatic Pistol Instructor
  • International Defensive Pistol Association Safety Officer
  • NRA Training Counselor certified to teach:
    • NRA CCW Basic
    • Pistol Personal Protection in the Home
    • Personal Protection Outside the Home
    • Basic Rifle Basic Shotgun
    • Home Firearm Safety Metallic Cartridge Reloading
    • Shotshell Reloading
    • NRA Chief Range Safety Officer
  • Former MCRGO Training Counselor
  • Former MCRGO Advance Pistol Instructor




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