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BC Firearms Academy - Empowering Safety, Elevating Expertise: Your Premier Source for Firearm Training and Professional Guidelines

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Live-Fire Training BC FIREARMS ACADEMY Canada's most experienced firearms trainers VIEW COURSES REGISTER NOW Handgun Training Dynamic Skills From the Real World Trusted for over 17 years. We are proud to offer courses for both novice and experienced shooters. VIEW COURSES BOOK NOW RIFLE TRAINING Carbine & Precison Rifle BC Live-Fire Academy offers both custom and class training in the real-world use of rifles. VIEW COURSES CALENDAR BC LIVE-FIRE ACADEMY DYNAMIC CONTENT BORN IN THE REAL WORLD VIEW COURSES CALENDAR Many of our students take courses multiple times. 365 DAYS FOR $30 Transfer Restricted Rifles and Handguns Jouin Now Sign Up Affordable! Flexible! and Fast! Gun Club Membership Wilderness Authorization To Carry WATC Proof of Proficiency To be authorized to carry a handgun or restricted long-gun for a lawful occupational purpose (trapping or working in a wilderness area) an individual must be a Canadian resident, have a firearms license with restricted privileges and obtain an Authorization to Carry (ATC) permit from the CFP. VIEW COURSES BOOK NOW HB COMBATIVES Raw & Aggressive Tchniques VIEW COURSES CALENDAR Unarmed combative combined with a knife, stick and gun defence!

Waiting for your gun? Need a gun? Use A BC Firearms Academy Gun!

Additional charges apply. Ammunition used in rental firearms must be purchased from BC Firearms Academy on the same day of the course.

Defensive Shotgun

The skills and knowledge to use your shotgun effectively for defensive purposes.

INTRODUCTION TO DYNAMIC SHOOTING CHILLIWACK SAT MAY 25 This comprehensive course introduces participants to the dynamic world of shooting, covering essential skills applicable to various platforms, including handguns, rifles, and shotguns. Emphasis is placed on mastering proper grip, trigger control, body position, deployment, drawing from the holster, loading, and stoppage clearances. YOUR RANGE KIT for PISTOL MUST INCLUDE: A semi-automatic pistol 300 rounds of ammunition (minimum) 3 magazines (or appropriate ammunition holders) 2 Magazine pouches Modern, rigid, dominant-side, OWB hip-mounted or belt-mounted holster designed for the firearm 5 Dummy rounds Eye and ear protection (electronic preferred) Closed-toe shoes suitable for quick movement and turning Hydration, lunch/snacks Weather-appropriate clothing YOUR RANGE KIT for RIFLE MUST INCLUDE: A semi-automatic carbine (Centerfire, PCC) Optic or iron sights Sling 300 rounds of ammunition (minimum) 3 magazines (minimum) 2 Magazine pouches 5 Dummy rounds (Optional for Competitive Pistol) Eye and ear protection (electronic preferred) Closed-toe shoes suitable for quick movement and turning Hydration, lunch/snacks Weather-appropriate clothing YOUR RANGE KIT for SHOTGUN MUST INCLUDE: Good working, serviceable shotgun (single barrel – pump or semi) with an adjustable 2-point sling. Tactical shotguns are preferred but not mandatory. Shotgun must be capable of shooting standard slugs. If the barrel has a removable choke, the choke must be IC (Improved Cylinder) or larger. 300 rounds of ammunition: Minimum of 175 rounds of birdshot (7 1/2 to 9) 35 rounds of slug No reloaded ammunition, please. Eye and ear protection (electronic preferred) Closed-toe shoes suitable for quick movement and turning Hydration, lunch/snacks Weather-appropriate clothing
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The Dynamic World of Shooting
Handguns, Rifles, and Shotguns.

Dynamic Pistol

Introduction to Dynamic Pistol
Dynamic Pistol
Advanced Dynamic Pistol

Predator Defence, Authorization to Carry (WATC)

Shotgun for Predatory Animal Defence & WATC – Wilderness Authorization to Carry Proof of Proficiency

Mastering the Competitive Pistol

Perfecting your competition handgun shooting for IDPA, IPSC, etc.

Women's Only Courses

These guided experiences are an opportunity to learn in a comfortable environment, surrounded by peers.

Personal Coaching & One on One Instruction

Let BC Live-Fire Academy provide the guidance to help you feel comfortable reaching your goals with Personal Coaching & One on One Instruction. BCFA provides training in 2-hour sessions.

An Evening With An Expert It's The Step Between Your PAL and The Range

These are geared for all new firearms owners who want to know basic handling skills as well as proper range etiquette before the first trip to the range. It is also a perfect refresher.

Dynamic Shotgun

Introduction to Dynamic Shotgun
Dynamic Shotgun
Advanced Dynamic Shotgun

Mastering the Low Light Pistol

Focus on perfecting the use of the pistol in low light. Use of flashlights and other outside forms of illumination with your pistol.

Firearms and Combatives for Film

Firearms and Combatives Tactics For On-Camera Actors. Professional. Realistic. Safe.

HB Combatives

Unarmed Combatives combined with a knife, stick and gun defence including Martial Blade Concepts

Dynamic Carbine

Introduction to Dynamic Carbine
Dynamic Carbine
Advanced Dynamic Carbine

Armoured Car UoF

This Armoured Car / Use of Force Course is required to obtain your Authorization to Carry (ATC) to work in the armoured car industry.

Firearms Available for Rent

If you don't see a firearm you need, let us know.

ABOUT BC LIVE-FIRE ACADEMY

BC's Most Experienced Live-Fire Instructors

ABOUT US

BC Live-Fire Academy is BC's premier firearms and tactics training destination. BC Live-Fire Academy instructors are BC most experienced firearms, instructors.

OUR MISSION

To offer a comprehensive array of live-fire courses based on real-world experience and modern training techniques.

OUR VISION

BC Firearms Academy, through its students, instructors, staff, and alumni strive for excellence in the use of firearms.

OUR STRATEGY

The BC Live-Fire Academy embodies the highest standards of service and stewardship of firearms training and works within the wider community to enhance firearms safety by providing training not available at other schools.

I'm currently taking the CORE Hunter Education course. The course is informative and the material is delivered in a clear, concise manner. The instructor Eric is awesome and always incorporates humor which keeps the class' attention and makes for a fun learning environment.

LYNDSAY WILIAMS

CORE Hunter Education Student

Took the CFSC Non-Restricted and Restricted course with my wife this past weekend. I can not speak highly enough of the instructor Eric Beer. He was charismatic, funny, knowledgable, articulate, and overall an incredible instructor. His knowledge of firearms is astonishing and had an answer for everything. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is looking to learn more about firearms, wanting to get into shooting as a sport or for hunting. The deactivated guns to practice with were a great asset, especially for my wife. She found it very comforting and stress relieving to have them available. The various firearms to PROVE were very helpful.

FATMA BADRY

CFSC / CRFSC Student

Took the CFSC Non-Restricted and Restricted course with my wife this past weekend. I can not speak highly enough of the instructor Eric Beer. He was charismatic, funny, knowledgable, articulate, and overall an incredible instructor. His knowledge of firearms is astonishing and had an answer for everything. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is looking to learn more about firearms, wanting to get into shooting as a sport or for hunting. The deactivated guns to practice with were a great asset, especially for my wife. She found it very comforting and stress relieving to have them available. The various firearms to PROVE were very helpful.

FATMA BADRY

CFSC / CRFSC Student

Great educational experience with Eric Beer!

Rachel N Edward

CFSC / CRFSC Student

Had an amazing time with Eric as our teacher in Abbotsford. He made the course interesting and understandable. Thanks so much for helping me get my PAL.

Jordan Lehbauer

PAL Course Student

Had an awesome time taking the Cfsc an crfsc course eric made it very easy to learn an had us all laughing

Jessica Hagen

PAL Course Student

Just completed my CFSC/CRFSC training. Eric is a top rate instructor, with a voice of an angel. He offered loads of fantastic knowledge, All together was a great course.

Josh Lowen

CFSC / CRFSC Student

I took the CFSC and CRFSC courses this past weekend, and really quite enjoyed it. As you would expect the course prepared us very well for the written and practical examination, but more importantly the instructor, Eric Beer, was very personable, clearly very experienced, and had a number of really interesting anecdotal stories that "brought it all to life". The course was a lot more fun than I would have thought as a result. I and my friends that attended are already talking about scheduling our CORE course through BC Firearms Academy.

Jame Healy

PAL Course Student

I just took the PAL and CORE last week. Coming from someone that had little knowledge about guns and hunting, these courses did not seem overwhelming at all. You work at a pace that suits you, no matter the size of the class. If you have questions about anything, there is plenty of time to ask. You will not be disappointed.

Chris Wigston

CFSC / CRFSC Student

Just completed my combined PAL/RPAL Course with Eric. The course was held at Cabelas in Abbotsford. Great choice! Every break we had, we went and looked at Guns! Couldn’t be any better, the two days were super enjoyable and informative ( it helped that Eric has the “voice of an angle and the comedic presence of - insert your favourite comedian!”) All in all, great company to get trained by and I’m looking forward to booking my Core.

Spike Wallace

PAL Course Student

I took the PAL course with Eric Beer, one of the best instructors of any kind I've had. He was not only informative but he kept the course as interesting as he could with stories and examples that are memorable. The paperwork required to get my PAL was explained thoroughly to minimize any hiccups in the process and I got my PAL much earlier than my friends who applied independently.

AMADA NAWER

CFSC / CRFSC Student

I completed the CORE course with Eric, was very fascinating picking at his head and learning some useful material. highly recommend it.

LAURA GRE

CORE Student

I have to say Eric Beer is one of the best instructors I have ever had. I have taken many courses over the years, but he is one to remember. His pleasant demeanour and enthusiasm is second to none. You can tell that he loves his job. He made sure everything was perfectly clear with his taught material. I feel as though I came out knowing alot more than I went in with. I look forward to signing up for anoth one of his courses.

Steven Carrao

CORE Student

I completed the 2 day combined CFSC/CRFSC course for restricted and non-restricted firearms today and found it very informative; lots of hands of practice to help get the safe handling of the firearms down and to help tie in the theory taught in class. Eric did a fantastic job teaching everything you need to know about safe handling of firearms and his enthusiasm definitely makes you want to learn more! Highly recommended for anyone who's interested in firearms as a hobby to someone who wants to get serious in competition, hunting, or collecting!

Hansen Ginn

PAL Course Student

The courses are very interesting and very fun. The instructors are very approachable and friendly and fun.

Jun Chae

PAL Course Student

I took the Restricted/ Unrestricted Firearms possession/acquisition course and had a great time. The instructor (Eric) was extremely knowledgeable and personable

MARIA LIND

PAL Course Student

Eric Beer was an extremely welcoming and well-versed instructor. He ensured to make things crystal clear and connected the course material to real-life situations to make it more memorable. If anyone was looking to get into firearms I would highly recommend this group.

Aaron Breg

PAL Course Student

Instructor, is very informative, makes the course interesting, lots of laughs, but all the information you need. Keeps you paying attention the whole time. Whether you have no background information or tons, you will learn valuable information and be able to pass the test. The one day CORE is fantastic if you already have your PAL. Would recommend the course to everyone

Ryan Loberg

CORE Hunter Education Student

Eric's voice was...wait for it...ANGELIC! And the course was LEGENDARY. In all seriousness, Eric was able to teach us firearms safety and everything in the CORE course in a fun way. The classes are long (as per government regulations) so you want to have a teacher that can help make things more exciting.

Andrea Clemente

CORE Hunter Course Student

Myself and 2 of my coworkers took the PAL course offered by BC Firearms Academy. We all felt it was a very enjoyable 2 days. Great interpersonal skills provided by the instructor, as well as a knack for making his students comfortable. All relevant information, plus plenty of laughs, were provided. Plenty of hands-on time helped immensely during the practical examination. I recommend anyone even thinking about getting their PAL to sign up immediately. Bob

Bob Floris

PAL Course Student

Took my CORE through these guys found it extremely informative and thorough. It seemed like one on one training even though there were 8 of us in the class. I found BCFA through Cabela's in Abbotsford as they host the courses there. probably the easiest people to ask the "stupid" questions and feel like they are valid and normal.

Dan D.

CORE Hunter Education Student

Eric B was an excellent and very friendly trainer. He hammered home all the relevant safety procedures and law requirements for my PAL over the 2 day course, but he found a way to make it fun. Quite a bit of hands on experience is provided, so nerves for anyone who has never handled a restricted or non-restricted firearm need not worry. - Bob Floris

Bob Floris

PAL Course Student

I just finished the CFSC/CRFSC - CANADIAN FIREARMS SAFETY & RESTRICTED SAFETY COURSE. I had very limited experience with Firearms before the course. I found the program to be informative and engaging. Eric has a good sense of humour and keeps the course moving along at a good pace. If you are thinking about getting your PAL. My advice would be to enroll and: 1) Make good use of the resources posted on their website 2) And, get as much hands-on experience as you can with the firearms, when in class. Great experience, I will be looking to take more advanced classes in the future.

Shane G.

PAL Course Student

I found these guys after an online search to get my pal certification. Super friendly group I called ahead to see availability and they got back to me asap. The course itself is very beginner friendly, Eric was a great guy that made me feel super welcome. I found everything to be very informative and his teaching style very patient as I was a complete beginner. A great place to learn I'd highly recommend it!

Sydney W.

PAL Course Student

Eric was a great teacher for my kids 10 and 12. kids really had fun in class and all communications were fast, friendly and professional. I have another daughter ready to take the test in two years. Will defiantly be using BC firearms academy.

Jeremy L

I recently did my CORE with BC Firearms Academy and I was impressed! Eric was knowledgeable, friendly, and really worked to be entertaining in his presentation of the material. All of that adds up to making it easy and fun to learn! My thanks for an excellent experience! I'll gladly recommend you to others in the future.

James P

I’ve take the Canadian Firearms Safety Course and the CORE hunting course with Eric, and they were both great. I can’t recommend them highly enough. I plan on taking further instruction with the BC Firearms Academy in the future.

John M

Excellent course, teacher is highly qualified and makes this course very interesting and entertaining. Lots of time spent handling different types of firearms and learning how to handle firearms safely. I really enjoyed this course and feel way more confident around firearms. Thanks Eric!!

Laura M

I found B.C. Firearms Academy on the internet and had no previous experience with them. Best thing I ever did. I was looking for someone to teach me hands on shooting and I couldn't have done better than finding Eric. He's patient, friendly, helpful, very meticulous, reasonably priced and just a lot of fun to learn with ! He's also very very encouraging even when I totally screw up! Their website also has a ton of great information on it. I had taken my Canadian Firearms Safety course elsewhere as I didn't know Eric or his company at the time. But I would definitely recommend Eric over anywhere else. I recently attended the CORE course he was teaching and he's one of the best teachers I have ever known. (Too bad I didn't have more teachers like him in high school! I might have stayed awake. LOL) He made the class so interesting that time just flew by. I highly recommend Eric and his company for anything you may require to do with guns and shooting.

Callie M

Great experience today doing the pal and core course with Eric great teacher, super knowledgeable and fun:)

Erika S

Just completed the PAL/RPAL course with Eric, was a great experience and I highly recommend it! Eric's a great instructor, very knowledgeable and fun. In addition to the course itself, the location was very convenient, literally right off Highway 1 in Abbotsford, so no matter where you're coming from in Greater Vanc, easy access. Also the location has easy food options (a MacDonald's across the parking lot, and couple other options) with makes lunch breaks during the 2 days easy.

Ben D

I just took the PAL and CORE last week. Coming from someone that had little knowledge about guns and hunting, these courses did not seem overwhelming at all. You work at a pace that suits you, no matter the size of the class. If you have questions about anything, there is plenty of time to ask. You will not be disappointed.

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