Get Newguard Tactical's Basic and Advanced Pistol Training - Great For Any Skill Level!
Newguard Tactical is dedicated to enhancing firearm proficiency through safety-focused training. Experienced trainers bring real-world expertise, offering high-quality education tailored any skill level!
Highlights
Gain expert instruction from NRA Certified Instructor Jeff Rutt, a US Army Sergeant, ensuring top-tier safety and proficiency.
Develop essential firearms skills through comprehensive training, empowering you with confidence in pistol or rifle handling.
Learn to prioritize safety, proficiency, and respect for firearms, fostering responsible gun ownership.
Access specialized courses like Pistol Fundamentals for beginners or advanced Rifle 200 to elevate your tactical abilities.
A perfect gift for aspiring gun owners or experienced enthusiasts looking to refine their skills and enhance their knowledge.
What To Expect

Plan Your Visit
- DurationCourse durations vary: Pistol Fundamentals is 2.5 hours, while Pistol 100, Pistol 200, Rifle 100, and Rifle 200 are each 4 hours.
Ticket Options
Pistol Fundamentals Training
This 2.5-hour indoor training course is perfect for new shooters or those considering a handgun purchase, focusing on essential pistol mechanics and safety principles in a NO LIVE-FIRE environment.
Pistol 100 Basic Training
A 4-hour comprehensive basic pistol training course designed to build fundamental shooting skills, proper handling, and safe operation for semi-automatic magazine-fed pistols.
Pistol 200 Advanced Training
Elevate your skills with this 4-hour advanced pistol training, focusing on more complex techniques, tactical maneuvers, and enhanced proficiency with your semi-automatic pistol.
Rifle 100 Basic Training
This 4-hour basic rifle training course introduces participants to the fundamentals of tactical rifle operation, safe handling, and accurate shooting techniques.
Rifle 200 Advanced Training
Intensify your rifle skills with this 4-hour advanced course, covering sophisticated tactical rifle applications, improved accuracy, and advanced operational procedures.
How It Works
1. Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
2. Plan your visit
Contact the merchant following the instructions on your Groupon.
3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Scan your Groupon upon arrival.
4. Enjoy the Experience!
FAQs
What is Newguard Tactical's mission?
At Newguard Tactical, our mission is to empower and educate new gun owners, instilling confidence, competence, and responsibility through comprehensive and safety-focused firearms training. We aim to cultivate a community that prioritizes safety, proficiency, and respect for firearms.
Who is the instructor?
All training is conducted by Jeff Rutt, an NRA Certified Instructor and a US Army Sergeant from 1990-1998, ensuring expert guidance and a wealth of real-world experience.
What should I bring to Pistol Fundamentals?
For Pistol Fundamentals, you should wear comfortable clothes. While optional, you may bring your personal semi-automatic pistol with one magazine, an outside the waistband holster, and a belt. Remember, NO LIVE AMMO is permitted for this indoor, NO LIVE-FIRE course.
What are the equipment requirements for the live-fire pistol courses (Pistol 100/200)?
For live-fire pistol courses (Pistol 100/200), you'll need a semi-automatic magazine-fed pistol with an outside the waistband holster, two pistol magazines, and at least 150 (Pistol 100) or 250 (Pistol 200) rounds of factory pistol ammo. Appropriate clothing (pants, hat, boots), a belt, and eye and ear protection are also required.
Are there any specific ammunition restrictions for rifle courses?
Yes, for both Rifle 100 and Rifle 200 courses, armor piercing or steel tip rounds are strictly prohibited to ensure safety and preserve range equipment.
What optional items are recommended for the courses?
Optional items include additional magazines and ammunition, a CAT 1 or CAT 2 tourniquet (highly recommended), at least one gallon of water with snacks, and hydration mixes like Gatorade or Pedialyte. Sunscreen is also recommended for Pistol 200.
Newguard Tactical is dedicated to enhancing firearm proficiency through safety-focused training. Experienced trainers bring real-world expertise, offering high-quality education tailored any skill level!
Highlights
Gain expert instruction from NRA Certified Instructor Jeff Rutt, a US Army Sergeant, ensuring top-tier safety and proficiency.
Develop essential firearms skills through comprehensive training, empowering you with confidence in pistol or rifle handling.
Learn to prioritize safety, proficiency, and respect for firearms, fostering responsible gun ownership.
Access specialized courses like Pistol Fundamentals for beginners or advanced Rifle 200 to elevate your tactical abilities.
A perfect gift for aspiring gun owners or experienced enthusiasts looking to refine their skills and enhance their knowledge.
What To Expect

Plan Your Visit
- DurationCourse durations vary: Pistol Fundamentals is 2.5 hours, while Pistol 100, Pistol 200, Rifle 100, and Rifle 200 are each 4 hours.
Ticket Options
Pistol Fundamentals Training
This 2.5-hour indoor training course is perfect for new shooters or those considering a handgun purchase, focusing on essential pistol mechanics and safety principles in a NO LIVE-FIRE environment.
Pistol 100 Basic Training
A 4-hour comprehensive basic pistol training course designed to build fundamental shooting skills, proper handling, and safe operation for semi-automatic magazine-fed pistols.
Pistol 200 Advanced Training
Elevate your skills with this 4-hour advanced pistol training, focusing on more complex techniques, tactical maneuvers, and enhanced proficiency with your semi-automatic pistol.
Rifle 100 Basic Training
This 4-hour basic rifle training course introduces participants to the fundamentals of tactical rifle operation, safe handling, and accurate shooting techniques.
Rifle 200 Advanced Training
Intensify your rifle skills with this 4-hour advanced course, covering sophisticated tactical rifle applications, improved accuracy, and advanced operational procedures.
How It Works
1. Grab the Deal
Buy your Groupon first!
2. Plan your visit
Contact the merchant following the instructions on your Groupon.
3. Redeem your Mobile Ticket
Scan your Groupon upon arrival.
4. Enjoy the Experience!
FAQs
What is Newguard Tactical's mission?
At Newguard Tactical, our mission is to empower and educate new gun owners, instilling confidence, competence, and responsibility through comprehensive and safety-focused firearms training. We aim to cultivate a community that prioritizes safety, proficiency, and respect for firearms.
Who is the instructor?
All training is conducted by Jeff Rutt, an NRA Certified Instructor and a US Army Sergeant from 1990-1998, ensuring expert guidance and a wealth of real-world experience.
What should I bring to Pistol Fundamentals?
For Pistol Fundamentals, you should wear comfortable clothes. While optional, you may bring your personal semi-automatic pistol with one magazine, an outside the waistband holster, and a belt. Remember, NO LIVE AMMO is permitted for this indoor, NO LIVE-FIRE course.
What are the equipment requirements for the live-fire pistol courses (Pistol 100/200)?
For live-fire pistol courses (Pistol 100/200), you'll need a semi-automatic magazine-fed pistol with an outside the waistband holster, two pistol magazines, and at least 150 (Pistol 100) or 250 (Pistol 200) rounds of factory pistol ammo. Appropriate clothing (pants, hat, boots), a belt, and eye and ear protection are also required.
Are there any specific ammunition restrictions for rifle courses?
Yes, for both Rifle 100 and Rifle 200 courses, armor piercing or steel tip rounds are strictly prohibited to ensure safety and preserve range equipment.
What optional items are recommended for the courses?
Optional items include additional magazines and ammunition, a CAT 1 or CAT 2 tourniquet (highly recommended), at least one gallon of water with snacks, and hydration mixes like Gatorade or Pedialyte. Sunscreen is also recommended for Pistol 200.
Need To Know Info
- Limit 4 per person.
- May be repurchased every 30 days.
- Not valid with other offers or promotions.
- 3-day hassle-free refund guarantee — Free cancellation for up to 3 days after purchase for unredeemed vouchers.
About Newguard Tactical Buckeye, Arizona
Our mission at Newguard Tactical is to empower and educate new gun owners with comprehensive and safety-focused firearms training. We are dedicated to instilling confidence, competence, and responsibility in every individual who seeks to exercise their Second Amendment rights. Through expert instruction, practical hands-on experience, and a commitment to safety, we aim to cultivate a community of responsible gun owners who prioritize safety, proficiency, and respect for firearms.
At Newguard Tactical, our goal is not just to teach people how to shoot, but to foster a culture of responsible ownership that promotes safety, proficiency, and respect for firearms.
Jeff Rutt - Owner/Instructor
NRA Certified Instructor
Sergeant US Army 1990 - 1998