Beyond The Range was founded on the belief that high-level firearms skills shouldn't require a choice between generic classes or aggressive, intimidating training. We bridge the gap between basic safety courses and advanced skill development, translating specialized knowledge into a confident, capable, everyday skill.

Our Core Commitment is to You, the Responsible Firearm Owner:

• Confidence Through Competence: You'll build proficiency based on validated, real-world principles.

• Progress Through Consistency: Training is personalized and goal-oriented to ensure measurable improvement.

• Safety Without Compromise: Every session is built on the unwavering dedication of a professional instructor.
  

Meet Your Professional Coach, Lemar Smith

Lemar Smith is a certified firearms instructor and former police corporal who spent years developing structured training programs focused on safety, proficiency, and real-world application. At Beyond the Range, he ensures every client, regardless of prior experience, receives personalized guidance in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

• From Specialist to Guide: For six years, Lemar served as a Firearms and Tactics Instructor in the Police Department of Weapons and Tactical Training unit. He was responsible for developing and leading special training programs; the kind of instruction designed for high-stress, real-world scenarios.

• How His Background Benefits You: His experience in developing and leading specialized training programs ensures your sessions are built on validated, real-world principles. This means your training is professional, measured, and focused on helping you achieve:

  • Effective Decision-Making: Developing the ability to act clearly and confidently.

  • Structured Progress: A clear, goal-oriented path that focuses on consistency and measurable improvement.

  • Safety First: Instilling the highest standards of safety and professionalism into every session.

• Real Results: Lemar dedicated to delivering a supportive, client-centric experience that honors your goals. You get the benefits of specialized training, without the overly technical bravado.

Credentials & Professional Snapshot:

• Former Police Corporal, Department of Weapons and Tactical Training

• Certified Firearms Trainers’ Certification - National Police College of Jamaica

• NRA Certified Pistol & Rifle Instructor

• Multiple Advanced Tactical and Forensics Certifications

Your training doesn’t end when the session does. You can reach out between sessions with questions, and every session builds on what we worked on last time. Your progress actually compounds instead of starting over.

” Practice with Purpose”