RUDY MARSALA
Instructor # 1000446 |
Certified with the USCCA since 6/20/2026
Certification Renewal Date 6/20/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Range Safety Officer
- Countering the Mass Shooter
My Biography
Home invasions, carjackings, burglaries, and other violent crimes are an unfortunate reality. As law-abiding citizens, we may find ourselves acting as our own first responders while waiting for police or fire rescue personnel to arrive.
My primary objective is to help keep you and your loved ones safe by providing practical, responsible education focused on conflict avoidance, situational awareness, concealed carry, and developing a personalized home and personal protection plan. Together, we'll discuss the legal use of force, how to prepare for the aftermath of a self-defense incident, what to say to a 911 dispatcher, and how to interact with responding law enforcement officers.
My name is Rudy Marsala. I am a retired Fire Rescue Captain with 30 years of dedicated service. Following 9/11, I also served as a member of the Blue Lightning Strike Force, which operated under the Department of Homeland Security.
Prior to my Fire Rescue career, I worked for the Wackenhut Corporation as an armed security officer and Street Captain.
I am currently a certified USCCA Firearms Instructor and Range Safety Officer. Additional professional certifications include:
• American Heart Association: CPR, First Aid, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support ( ACLS)
• American College of Surgeons: Stop the Bleed instructor
• Former AVERT (Active Violence Emergency Response Training) Instructor
Whether you are new to firearms or looking to build upon your existing skills, my goal is to provide you with the knowledge, confidence, and mindset needed to make informed decisions and responsibly protect yourself and those you care about. I look forward to working with you. Stay Safe.
Current Classes Available
Request a Class
Skip the classroom and take the self paced online course from the comfort of your home.
This course satisfies the state of Florida training requirement needed to apply for your concealed weapon license.
This is primarily an online course provided via the USCCA E-learning platform. After completing the course, you MUST contact me to schedule the live fire range time. I am very flexible with days and times. The posted date you see is only a template and not necessarily the date we have to meet. We will schedule at your convenience. You may also bring your own handgun to the range if you desire. Please call or text me at (954) 347-4657 to schedule.
To summarize the 4 easy steps:
#1- Complete the online self pace E-learning. #2- Contact me (954) 347-4657 to schedule range time. #3- Receive your Florida approved training certificate. #4- Submit certificate with your concealed weapon license application to the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services.
If you experience any technical issues accessing or progressing through the eLearning, please contact the USCCA help desk at 877-677-1919 for direct support.
I look forward to working with you. Stay safe. Rudy