Who Is the GunLife Coach? - Shark Coast Podcast CLIPS

Published on November 7, 2025
Duration: 13:13

The GunLife Coach, an experienced veteran and former law enforcement officer, discusses his extensive background in firearms instruction and range development. He highlights his experience building a large shooting facility in New Mexico, providing pre-deployment training for SOCOM troops, and consulting for numerous ranges across different levels of government and civilian use. His expertise spans range design, operations, finances, and safety, emphasizing a proven track record with zero projectile-related injuries over 18+ years of operation. He also touches on developing personalized firearms training programs for individuals, including professional athletes, and his own journey into personal branding as 'The GunLife Coach' since 2020.

Quick Summary

The GunLife Coach is a highly experienced firearms instructor and consultant with a background as an Air Force veteran and former law enforcement officer. With over 25 years in the industry, he specializes in developing personalized training programs for civilians, military, and law enforcement, and has extensive expertise in range design, operations, and safety.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to The GunLife Coach
  2. 00:02Background: Veteran and Law Enforcement
  3. 00:13Building a Shooting Facility
  4. 00:28SOCOM and Pre-Deployment Training
  5. 00:50Work with SIG Sauer
  6. 01:04Consulting and Shot Show University
  7. 01:36Range Consulting Expertise
  8. 02:13Manatee Gun Club Visit
  9. 02:23Consulting for Dozens of Ranges
  10. 03:04Meeting Brad, President of Manatee Gun Club
  11. 03:35Impressions of Manatee Gun Club Facility
  12. 04:31Range Development Considerations
  13. 05:07Personal Range Purchase Anecdote
  14. 06:31Building a Personal Range on 7 Acres
  15. 07:15Dream Range Features (T-Rex Arms, Cubes)
  16. 08:13Current Training Status & Injury
  17. 09:23Recent Projects (Sellmark Ranch)
  18. 09:33Selmark Ranch CEO James Celler
  19. 09:55Launch of The GunLife Coach Brand
  20. 10:13Philosophy: Guns and Life
  21. 10:26Developing Training Programs
  22. 11:02Training Professional Athletes
  23. 11:18Client Success Stories
  24. 11:48How to Train with The GunLife Coach
  25. 11:56Instructor Licensing and Requirements
  26. 12:36Contact Information and Social Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The GunLife Coach's background in firearms?

The GunLife Coach is a veteran of the Air Force and a former law enforcement officer with over 25 years of experience in the firearms industry. He has extensive expertise in training civilians, law enforcement, military personnel, and SOCOM troops, and has consulted for numerous shooting ranges.

What kind of firearms training does The GunLife Coach offer?

He develops personalized firearms training programs tailored to an individual's time and budget. His experience spans from basic civilian training to advanced tactical preparation for military and law enforcement, and he has a proven track record of safe and effective instruction.

What is The GunLife Coach's experience with building and consulting for shooting ranges?

He built and operated a thousand-acre shooting facility and has since consulted for dozens of ranges, from SOCOM-level facilities to state and local law enforcement ranges. His expertise covers range design, operations, finances, and safety protocols.

How can someone get in touch with The GunLife Coach for training or consulting?

Interested individuals can reach out through his website, gunlifecoach.com, by direct messaging him on social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook, or by leaving comments on his YouTube channel.

What makes The GunLife Coach's training approach unique?

Drawing from his extensive background, he focuses on developing efficient, incremental training programs. He emphasizes not only technical proficiency but also a holistic approach that combines firearms knowledge with life advice, as reflected in his 'GunLife Coach' brand.

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