Todd retired as a full time police officer in August 2015.

He started his law enforcement career in 1990 with the San Jose Police Department.

During his tenure, Todd has served in many Special Operations units which consisted of a convert and plain clothed Narcotic Enforcement, Critical Incident Teams, Rapid Containment Teams, Crowd Control and also doing High-Risk Warrant Service with his department and in conjunction with other local SWAT teams.

He has been a Field Training Officer (FTO) for over 10 years and AR-15 Operator (Specialist) for over 17 years.

Patty is a USCCA certified instructor with a background in corporate training. She first entered the firearms world after experiencing a situation that made her realize she was responsible for her own personal safety. 

Patty believes it is a “game changer” to have the confidence that comes from being skilled with a firearm and refusing to be a victim.

As an instructor, Patty guides her students through their introduction to firearms with a safe, supportive, low-pressure learning environment to help them go from hesitant beginners to confident, empowered gun owners who are capable of protecting themselves and their families.

Erik was first introduced to firearms over 50 years ago, when his father taught him to shoot trap, skeet and rifle. Ultimately, this turned into a lifelong support of the shooting sports, eventually leading to becoming a firearms instructor.  Currently, Erik holds multiple Instructor and Range Safety Officer Certifications with the NRA and USCCA.   Erik also recently became an instructor with the school safety program ‘Fight Back Nation’.

Frank Xu is an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, Utah State CCW Certified Instructor, Chief Range Officer (CRO) in USPSA, Safety Officer (SO) in IDPA, and a Master Class shooter in both USPSA and IDPA. Originally from Taiwan, Frank began his journey into the world of firearms during his service in the Taiwanese Army. After moving to the United States in 2013, he pursued his passion for shooting and honed his skills through competitive shooting, currently ranking 14th in the world in his division.

Frank’s dedication to excellence has earned him numerous titles, including victories in Carry Optics at prestigious competitions like the USPSA State and Regional Championships, IDPA National Championships, and the IDPA World Championship. His competitive career from 2017 to 2024 highlights his growth and consistency as a top-level competitor.

Matthew was first introduced to firearms by his father an Artist, and Civil War historian who taught him to maintain and shoot black powder rifles. This and working at his grandfather’s ranch, hunting in his free time ultimately turned into a lifelong support of the shooting sports. As a young man being stranded overseas in active wars zone with no way to defend himself, he set a goal to always add new life skills to his toolbox and be prepared, eventually leading him becoming a firearms Instructor. With NTAC and NRA Certifications. As a team member you count on him to fix all kinds of problems.

‘’As an instructor, my goal is to always improve myself and others, by helping them add new life skills to their toolboxes. By increasing their knowledge, confidence and responsibility with firearms. My affiliation with Ready Gunner and Nielsen Training is a remarkable opportunity to continue the pursuit of that goal!’