My name is Andy Erickson. I am a NRA Certified Instructor and am certified at the South Dakota Law Enforcement Training Center to teach the South Dakota Enhanced Concealed Pistol Use of Force course. I have been teaching since June of 2016.
I have a passion for shooting sports and hunting. I thoroughly enjoy interacting with people and teaching and coaching them how to shoot, and the way to safely use and enjoy firearms and the exercise of our Second Amendment rights.
I enjoy deer and pheasant hunting but my real passion is competitive shooting. I am a Master Class USPSA shooter and also compete in other shooting sports. I believe there is no better way to sharpen a shooters skills than through competitive shooting sports, even if just for fun.
Reviews
“I’ve spent most of my shooting career with handguns and signed up for Andy’s rifle class because I wanted to learn the basics as well as some intermediate-level AR rifle skills. Early on in the class, Andy corrected my shooting stance and position which lead to an immediate improvement in my accuracy. He did a nice job of building on each lesson till the end of class when he had us moving and shooting fast yet still expecting accuracy. The class was really fun. I learned a lot and went home with skills that I need to work on. I would highly recommend this class to anyone wanting to build proficiency with their rifle.”
Corey Howard – AR Rifle Skills Class
“This was the best day ever! I learned so much from Andy and I went from not knowing or touching a gun to handling a gun with no fear! I came home with a great feeling of excitement that I want to learn more! Andy I can’t thank you enough for the wisdom, encouragement, listening, and humor that was given to me and all the ladies. It was a great time ladies and thank you as well!”
-Stacey M – Women’s Intro to Handgun Class
“I had a great experience. Thanks Andy for being patient with all of us and still have a sense of humor!!! Very informative and I also felt more comfortable being able to handle a gun and feeling safe. I do learn better with hands on, so being able to handle a gun in classroom prior to going to the range made a big difference. Thanks again. Had a great group of ladies in the class as well!!!”
-Julie K – Women’s Intro to Handgun Class
“Andy – thank you for a very interesting, informative and fun class on Saturday. I am excited to get out and shoot again thanks to taking your class. I would definitely recommend this class to any of my family members and friends – you did a great job of not making us feel stupid for all the questions that were asked. :)”
-Becki F – Women’s Intro to Handgun Class
“Andy,
My son and I enjoyed your enhanced concealed carry course. We found it informative, well structured, and planned. I would strongly recommend your course for those interested in pistols and the considerations involved in concealed carry.
Thanks again.
-Galen – SD Enhanced Carry Permit Class