Ron Avery

Ron is the President and Director of Training for The Practical Shooting Academy, Inc. For the last 26 years, Ron has worked as a professional firearms trainer for law enforcement, military, and civilian programs. He instructs basic through advanced tactical and instructor level courses in rifle, pistol, shotgun, and defensive tactics programs.

He is a consultant for firearms training programs, use of force and firearms research, range development, instructor development, and other firearm related topics.

Ron is a former police officer with many years of street experience. He is internationally recognized as a researcher, firearms trainer, and world class shooter. He has worked as a consultant and trainer for top level federal agencies, special operations military from all branches of the armed forces, law enforcement agencies across the U.S., and civilians from all walks of life.

For over 26 years he has consistently ranked among the best shooters in the world in national, international, and world champion ship competitions.

As a published writer, his articles have been featured in SWAT Magazine, Petersen’s Handguns, American Handgunner, USPA Front Sight, Colorado State Shooting Association, and many other law enforcement publications and journals.

He is also a feature columnist for firearms training and tactics for PoliceOne.com.