Guardian of the Gate provides safety-first firearms training, concealed carry education, and in-home security consulting across South Florida. Our goal is simple: help everyday people build real skill, sound judgment, and confidence through structured training.
We believe responsible training matters. Every class is built around safe firearm handling, clear fundamentals, and practical application, so you leave better prepared than when you arrived.
Our sessions are structured, focused, and coached. You will get clear instruction, real feedback, and drills that build measurable progress.
Safety-first standards and range professionalism
Step-by-step coaching for all experience levels
Practical training that emphasizes control, consistency, and responsible decision-making
Options for individuals, groups, and private sessions
All classes are instructed by a certified Range Safety Officer and an NRA-certified instructor (rifle, pistol, and shotgun). Training is professional, organized, and designed to help you learn efficiently.
We work with students across the South Florida area. Range locations and arrival details are provided when you register. In-home security consulting is available by appointment.
NRA-certified
Range Safety Officer
Adam Aronson brings over 30 years of martial arts experience and more than 25 years of teaching and training experience across a wide range of subjects. He is a current Law Enforcement Officer with 15 years of experience, six of which were served in a tactical unit. His career has been centered on one mission: equipping people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to protect themselves and their families.
Adam is an NRA Certified Instructor for Pistol, Rifle, and Shotgun, a certified Range Safety Officer, as well as a certified Stop the Bleed instructor. He has experience in providing executive protection services and specializes in firearms training, firearm safety, home protection, and practical personal safety strategies designed for real-world application.
In addition to his law enforcement work, Adam serves as a chaplain, where he teaches suicide prevention and trains instructors on how to effectively deliver suicide prevention education. Since 2014, he has led the Security Committee at his synagogue, demonstrating strong leadership and a deep commitment to community safety. Known for his clear, practical, and approachable teaching style, Adam has helped countless individuals and families build the skills needed to protect themselves and their homes. He remains committed to continued growth, regularly seeking advanced training to ensure he provides the highest level of instruction and preparedness for those he serves.
NRA-certified
Range Safety Officer
Jason Hocherman has over 15 years of extensive firearms expertise. He is a certified NRA Rifle, Pistol, and Shotgun instructor, and a certified Range Safety Officer. Jason has 3 years as a licensed security officer, and excels in ensuring safety and proficiency in firearm handling. Jason has demonstrated a commitment to community safety by serving on his synagogue’s security committee for the past five years, where his role as the Lead Security Coordinator has significantly strengthened safety measures within his congregation.
