SHADOW TRAINING GROUP
FIREARMS TRAINING
Veteran-owned firearms academy dedicated to enhancing training standards through structured instruction and verified credentials.
Please welcome retired United States Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Adrian Salazar.
Gunnery Sergeant Salazar is a decorated combat veteran of Iraq and Afghanistan, awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” and the Combat Action Ribbon for valor in direct combat operations.
Following an honorable retirement from the Marine Corps, he founded Shadow Training Group, providing professional firearms instruction grounded in discipline, safety, and combat-proven leadership.
MISSION & STANDARDS
Shadow Training Group delivers elite firearms instruction for civilians and professionals, specializing in Tactical Pistol, Tactical Rifle, and Tactical Shotgun courses. Our curriculum is designed to build unshakeable confidence through Advanced Weapon Training and inclusive programs like Women’s Tactical Pistol, Women’s Advanced Weapon Training, and Beginner Rifle. We are committed to redefining industry standards by focusing on technical movement and verified skill proficiency.
- Discipline – Every action begins with safety and accountability.
- Integrity – Credentials, certification, and documentation are verifiable.
- Performance – Skill development is measurable and progressive.
- Leadership – Instruction is grounded in real-world operational experience.
We prioritize a professional, safety-first environment where situational awareness and absolute precision are paramount. By training with veteran-led methodologies, individuals are prepared for real-world scenarios with the discipline and expertise required for tactical success. Every module we deliver ensures that safety remains the foundation for all operational excellence.
FEATURED TRAINING MODULES
TACTICAL PISTOL
Design to develop safe, efficient, and effective handgun handling for real-world defensive situations.
TACTICAL SHOTGUN
Master the deployment of tactical shotgun protocols through structured, veteran-led instruction geared toward operational effectiveness.
Tactical Rifle
Design to build safe, confident, and effective carbine handling for real-world applications.
ADVANCED PISTOL
Master high-level pistol handling, speed, and surgical accuracy. This elite-tier course focuses on advanced safety protocols and tactical precision for the experienced shooter.
VERIFIED TRAINING
A comprehensive professional accreditation program for standardizing instructional excellence and ensuring tactical consistency.
SAFETY & TACTICS
UNCOMPROMISING
SAFETY PROTOCOLS
Safety is our fundamental directive. We implement rigorous, veteran-led safety standards that exceed civilian requirements to ensure a secure training environment for high-stress tactical drills.
ADVANCED TACTICAL
MOVEMENT
Master the mechanics of fluid movement, spatial awareness, and strategic positioning. Our instruction focuses on efficient tactical transitions and situational dominance in complex environments.
VERIFIED SKILL
COMPETENCY
Gain mastery through objective proficiency metrics. We bridge the gap between training and real-world application with verified credentials and quantifiable skill benchmarks.