- 440-973-4350
- 1267 W. Bagley Rd, Berea, OH 44017
Thomas Corrigan has been involved in firearms and shooting sports for most of his life. He purchased his first firearm, a .22 Marlin rifle, at the age of 18, followed shortly by a Colt 1911 pistol, which he went on to compete with for many years.
With decades of experience in firearms education, Thomas began volunteering as an NRA instructor at Boy Scout summer camps in his twenties. Throughout the years, he has helped introduce young shooters to firearms safety and marksmanship at camps in Tennessee, Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Ohio, including Beaumont and Firelands.
Thomas currently holds NRA instructor certifications in Pistol, Rifle, and Personal Protection in the Home, along with certification as a Range Safety Officer.
Thomas enjoys sharing his knowledge and helping others develop a strong foundation in firearms handling and safety. He welcomes students of all experience levels, particularly those looking to build confidence, strengthen their fundamentals, and develop safe and responsible firearm habits.
Doug Conard is a U.S. Army veteran and firearms instructor at Select Fire Training Center, bringing experience in range safety, firearms retail, and gunsmithing. He holds an Associate of Science degree in Firearms Technology from Sonoran Desert Institute, providing him with a strong technical foundation and understanding of firearms.
Doug takes a patient and approachable approach to instruction, helping students become more comfortable and confident with firearms. He emphasizes safe handling, proper fundamentals, and individualized instruction, allowing each student to learn at their own pace.
Doug enjoys sharing his knowledge and helping shooters of all experience levels develop the skills, confidence, and safe habits needed to become more capable and responsible firearm owners.
Dr. Richard “Rick” Pettegrew is a co-owner and firearms instructor at Select Fire Training Center, bringing a unique technical perspective to firearms instruction through his background as a Ph.D. mechanical engineer.
An active IDPA and USPSA Steel Challenge competitor, Rick regularly trains and competes, continually developing and refining his own shooting skills. He enjoys sharing that experience with others, helping shooters build confidence, improve their fundamentals, and develop consistent, repeatable shooting techniques.
Rick takes a practical and encouraging approach to instruction, emphasizing proper mechanics, safety, and continued improvement. Whether working with new shooters or experienced competitors, he focuses on helping each student strengthen their skills and become a more capable shooter.
Ollie Williams brings more than 50 years of shooting experience to Select Fire Training Center. A lifelong hunting and shooting sports enthusiast, Ollie served in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1974 as a Specialist and Acting Sergeant with the 8th Infantry Division, part of the Rapid Deployment Force. During his service, he qualified as an expert with several weapons utilized by his unit.
Outside of his military service, Ollie has remained actively involved in the shooting sports through competitive shooting, firearms collecting, reloading, and recreational target shooting. Since 2011, he has also served as an event director and Range Safety Officer at his local gun club.
An NRA Patron Member, Ollie has been part of the Select Fire community since 2021. He holds NRA certifications as a Pistol Instructor and Range Safety Officer and enjoys sharing his extensive knowledge and experience with fellow shooters.
Gary joined Select Fire Training Center when the facility first opened, following a 33-year career with the Lakewood Police Department, where he retired as a Detective Sergeant.
Throughout his law enforcement career, Gary served in several specialized roles, including Range Officer, Firearms Instructor, and Department Armorer. He was also a member of the Westshore Enforcement Bureau SWAT team, where he served on the sniper team.
Gary attended numerous armorer and instructor training programs and previously held certification as an Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) firearms instructor.
Today, Gary continues to share his extensive knowledge and experience at Select Fire as both an instructor and armorer. In addition to working with students, he oversees the maintenance and care of Select Fire’s firearms inventory and assists customers with their firearm maintenance needs.
Soni Nguyen serves as General Manager and Firearms Instructor at Select Fire Training Center. His journey into firearms began in the summer of 2023, initially as a recreational interest that quickly grew into a passion for training, personal development, and responsible firearm ownership. What started as simply learning to shoot developed into a deeper appreciation for the discipline, consistency, and commitment required to become a proficient shooter.
As a certified USCCA Instructor, Soni is passionate about helping individuals of all experience levels develop the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills needed to handle firearms responsibly. His approach to instruction emphasizes strong fundamentals, intentional practice, and understanding the purpose behind every aspect of training.
Soni believes that owning a firearm and knowing how to use it responsibly are two very different things. His goal is to help students move beyond simply shooting and develop the confidence and capability to protect themselves and those they care about if the need ever arises.
There’s a difference between simply shooting and training with purpose. The question is: Are you just here to shoot, or are you here to become better?
