PISTOL
INSTRUCTOR
COURSE
Teach. Lead. Inspire.
An advanced instructor development course for experienced shooters. Learn how to teach safely, structure professional lessons and lead students confidently on the firing line.
What You Will Train With
Train with industry-standard pistols and professional-grade equipment used by today’s top instructors.
Glock 17
9mm | Standard
Glock 19
9mm | Compact
Instructor Equipment
Gear | Protection | Tools | Materials
YOU ARRIVE WITH EXPERIENCE.
YOU LEAVE READY TO LEAD.
DAYS
INCLUDED
PISTOL
PISTOL INSTRUCTOR COURSE SCHEDULE
A structured 5-day progression designed to develop experienced shooters into safe, confident and effective pistol instructors.
FROM
SHOOTER
TO INSTRUCTOR
This course combines classroom learning, live-fire range work, teaching assignments, student teach-backs and formal testing.
Each day builds on the previous one — from fundamentals and teaching methodology to performance-based drills, assessments and the final student instructor-led pistol course.
DAY 1
- Introduction
- Course Objectives
- BZ Academy Principle to Firearms Training
- Medical Brief
- Safety Brief
- Fundamentals of Shooting
- Ready Positions
- Draw
- Reloads
- Teaching Assignments
- Debrief
- Weapon Maintenance
DAY 2
- Student Teach Backs
- Medical Plan
- Safety Brief
- Fundamentals Review
- Draw Stroke Development
- Emergency Reloads
- Tactical Reloads
- Malfunctions
- Multiple Shots
- Multiple Targets
- Teaching Assignments
- Debrief
DAY 3
- Student Teach Backs
- Medical Plan
- Safety Brief
- Accuracy Development
- Trigger Control Coaching
- Strong Hand Shooting
- Support Hand Shooting
- Shooting Positions
- Shooting on the Move
- Use of Cover
- Pistol Instructor Standards
- Debrief
DAY 4
- Student Teach Backs
- Medical Plan
- Shooting on the Move
- Use of Cover
- Pivots and Turns
- Disabled Operator Drills
- Instructor Standards Review
- Pistol Instructor Qualification Test
- Written Test Preparation
- Instructor Prep Period for Day 5 Class
DAY 5
- Student Instructor-Led Pistol Course
- Written Test
- Shooting Test
- Pistol Instructor Standards Review
- Course Debrief
- Certificates
What Opportunities Open Up
After You Qualify?
Completing the BZ Academy Pistol Instructor Course is more than a qualification. It is the start of your instructor pathway and a potential long-term professional relationship with BZ Academy.
01. Use BZ Academy Infrastructure
Rent and use the BZ Academy training facilities, range areas and training infrastructure for your own approved activities.
02. Work With BZ Academy
Cooperate with BZ Academy on selected firearms training projects, course delivery, events and instructor-level development.
03. Become a Country Representative
Eligible graduates may become BZ Academy representatives in their own country and help build the international instructor network.
04. Run Training at BZ Academy
Organise and conduct your own approved training events using the BZ Academy facility, range setup and training environment.
05. Support BZ Academy Training
Collaborate during selected BZ Academy courses and events as part of the instructor network and course support team.
06. Free Instructor Development Course
The Instructor Development Course is available free of charge after completing both Pistol Instructor and Rifle Instructor Courses.
Training
Gallery
A visual look at Pistol Instructor Course training at BZ Academy.
See how students develop teaching methodology, range management, live-fire coaching skills, pistol demonstrations and instructor-level confidence in a controlled professional training environment.
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Key Training
Topics
This course is built around developing safe, structured and confident pistol instructors. You will work on teaching methodology, range control, live-fire coaching and the ability to manage students on the firing line.
Instructor Training
Instructor Safety & Range Control
Managing a safe training environment, range discipline, student positioning, firing line control and emergency procedures.
Teaching Methodology
How to structure lessons, explain drills clearly, demonstrate skills correctly and keep students engaged during practical training.
Pistol Fundamentals Coaching
Teaching grip, stance, sight management, trigger control, recoil control, ready positions and safe pistol manipulation.
Error Detection & Correction
Identifying common student mistakes, diagnosing performance problems and giving clear corrections without overloading the shooter.
Live-Fire Drill Delivery
Running controlled live-fire drills, managing tempo, giving commands, observing students and maintaining safety during repetitions.
Student Management
Working with different skill levels, controlling group movement, building confidence and keeping the course structured and professional.
Lesson Planning & Briefings
Preparing training blocks, safety briefs, drill explanations, progression plans and debriefs that students can understand and apply.
Instructor Assessment
Practical evaluation of your safety, communication, demonstration, coaching ability and confidence leading students on the range.
WHY TRAIN WITH BZ ACADEMY?
Expert Instructors
Experienced, certified and passionate about teaching safe and effective firearms skills.
Premium Training Facility
Modern outdoor ranges in a safe, controlled and professional training environment.
Great Instructor-to-Student Ratio
Structured coaching with enough instructor support to keep training safe, organised and effective.
All-Inclusive Experience
We organise the logistics so you can focus fully on your training.
Train in Poland
Discover a beautiful country with rich history, culture and professional training opportunities.
YOUR TRAINING JOURNEY SIMPLE & EASY
Choose Your Date
Select the course date that works best for your travel plans.
Book Your Spot
Secure your place online with a quick and simple booking process.
We Handle The Rest
We organise airport pickup, accommodation, meals and local transport.
Arrive & Train
Show up, gear up and focus on building real firearms skills.
What BZ Academy
Students Say
Read feedback from students who trained with BZ Academy and experienced professional instruction, strong safety standards, structured coaching and high-quality firearms training in Poland.
I have just completed the Semi Auto Pistol Instructor Course at BZ Academy and can highly recommend it to anyone serious about firearms training and instructor development.
Did a one to one training for 3 days. Great teaching quality, lots of focus on safety and on all small technical details that make a difference.
A fantastic team. They prioritise safety with clear and direct instruction suitable for students of all experience levels. The group sizes and coaching quickly identify areas of development.
Course Details
Everything You
Need To Know
Before You Book
The Semi Auto Pistol Instructor Course is a structured 5-day instructor development programme for experienced shooters who want to learn how to teach pistol skills safely, manage students and deliver professional firearms training.
The course is delivered in English and includes firearms, ammunition, safety equipment, training, certification, accommodation, meals and full logistics support as part of the all-inclusive package.
ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE
Training, equipment and local logistics included
Duration
5 training days
Level
Advanced / instructor-level
Platforms
Glock 17 and Glock 19 pistols
Ammunition
Approx. 1200 rounds included
Language
English instruction
Certificate
Certificate of completion
Transfers
Airport pickup & drop-off included
TRAVEL INFORMATION
ARRIVE
READY TO
TRAIN
We organise your local training logistics in Poland, including airport pickup, hotel transfers, range transport and airport drop-off after the course.
ARRIVE ONE DAY BEFORE
We recommend arriving one day before the course begins, so you can check in, rest and be ready for training the next morning.
AIRPORT PICKUP
Standard pickup from Wrocław Airport is organised at around 19:00. If most students arrive earlier, we may arrange an earlier pickup and confirm it by email.
LATE ARRIVAL SUPPORT
If you arrive after the organised pickup time, you will need to travel to the hotel at your own cost. We can recommend a trusted driver at a fair price.
RETURN FLIGHT AFTER 19:00
Training usually finishes around 16:00 on the final day. The drive to Wrocław Airport takes around 1.5 to 2 hours, so book your return flight no earlier than 19:00.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key information about prerequisites, certification, testing, logistics, equipment and what to expect before booking the Semi Auto Pistol Instructor Course.
Read This
Before Joining
This is an instructor development course, not a beginner pistol course. You should already be a safe, competent pistol shooter before attending.
01 Is this course suitable for beginners?
No. The Semi Auto Pistol Instructor Course is not a beginner course. It is designed for experienced shooters who already have safe pistol handling skills and want to learn how to teach pistol skills professionally.
02 What experience do I need before attending?
This course is open to experienced pistol shooters. Tactical Pistol Course is not mandatory, but you should already have live-fire pistol experience, safe weapon handling skills, confidence on the range and the ability to follow range commands safely.
We recommend completing Practical Pistol, Tactical Pistol or at least Combined Firearms Course Level 1 before attending this instructor course.
03 How long is the course?
The course runs for 5 training days. Training includes classroom work, live-fire range sessions, teaching assignments, student teach-backs, written assessment and practical instructor evaluation.
04 What pistols are used during the course?
Pistols are provided by BZ Academy. The course is based around Glock 17 and Glock 19 pistols, giving students experience with standard and compact 9 mm pistol platforms.
05 How much ammunition is included?
Approximately 1200 rounds of 9 mm ammunition are included. The final number of rounds may depend on the group level, progress, safety and course flow.
06 What tests do I need to pass?
Candidates are assessed through a shooting test, a theoretical written test and a group teaching test. These assessments are used to confirm safety, technical knowledge, communication and instructor ability.
07 Do I receive an instructor patch and certificate?
The BZ Academy Instructor Patch is awarded only to candidates who pass all required assessments, including the shooting test, theoretical test and group teaching test.
If a candidate completes the course and passes the required elements but does not pass the shooting test, they may receive a course certificate, but they will not receive the instructor patch.
08 What happens if I do not pass the tests?
If you do not pass the required assessments or do not meet the minimum instructor standard, you will not receive instructor certification. Depending on your performance, you may receive a course participation certificate instead.
09 What is included in the all-inclusive package?
The package includes airport pickup and drop-off at specific times, accommodation, full board, hotel-to-range transport, firearms hire, range hire, ammunition, safety equipment, pistol instructor manual and certification.
10 Are flights included?
No. Flights are not included. Students should book their own travel to Wrocław Airport, Poland. BZ Academy organises pickup and transport from Wrocław Airport according to the course logistics schedule.
11 When should I arrive in Poland?
You should plan to arrive one day before the course starts. Accommodation is booked from the day before the course, and airport pickup is organised based on participant arrival times.
12 What should I bring?
Bring clothing suitable for the climate and outdoor range work. A tactical belt around 40 mm wide is recommended. BZ Academy provides pistols, safety equipment and required training equipment for the course.
Build Your Skills Before the
Pistol Instructor Course
Before attending the Pistol Instructor Course, we recommend completing both Practical Pistol and Tactical Pistol. Together, these courses build the safe gun handling, accuracy, movement, decision-making and performance standards expected from instructor candidates.
Practical Pistol
Develop safe weapon handling, accuracy, efficient manipulation and confidence during structured live-fire training. This is the recommended foundation before progressing to Tactical Pistol.
View Practical Pistol → 02 Develop Advanced PerformanceTactical Pistol
Build speed, accuracy, movement, target transitions and decision-making with one pistol platform. This course provides the strongest practical preparation for instructor-level training.
View Tactical Pistol →
Book Your
Pistol Instructor
Course
Join a structured 5-day instructor development course at BZ Academy in Poland. Train with Glock 17 and Glock 19 pistols, develop your coaching methodology, range management skills and confidence to teach students safely.
Airport pickup, hotel, meals, range transport, firearms, ammunition, safety gear, instructor manual and airport drop-off are included.
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Pistols
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CHOOSE YOUR PISTOL INSTRUCTOR DATE
Select the available Pistol Instructor Course date below and book your place.
Pistol Instructor Course
- 21-25 October 2026 / 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- £1700 / €2000 all-inclusive
Available
Pistol Instructor Course
- 14-18 May 2027 / 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- EARLY BIRD £1700/ €1990 STANDARD PRICE £1800/ €2100 - ALL Inclusive
Available