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Due to society's evolving social and ideology changes, my wife and I agreed it was necessary for her to pursue firearm instruction for self defense.

Having had a License to Carry in PA since 1988, I was able to guide her through the initial procedures in purchasing a firearm and safety training.


 Through my endeavors I recognized the need for self-defense firearm training lessons and classes.


After much deliberation, I decided to come out of retirement to pursue the opportunity to utilize my knowledge and skills to teach lessons at several local gun ranges.


My desire to teach firearm self defense sparked numerous discussions with my wife, Mary Ellen (Mel).  together we decided to create TOMEL TRAINING, LLC for the purpose of providing quality personalized self-defense training to others.  This is our way of giving back to society in the hope of building a better and safer tomorrow.


The classes we teach are, NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting, NRA CCW, NRA Personal Protection inside the Home, NRA Personal Protection outside the Home, NRA Range Safety Officer and I am authorized to teach

NRA DEFENSIVE PISTOL


ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:

Deadly Force Instructor certification from the 

Massad Ayoob Group.


US LAWSHIELD CONCEALED CARRY INSTRUCTOR


US LAWSHIELD MACE CIVILIAN INSTRUCTOR

PERSONAL DEFENSIVE SPRAY TRAINING


MaryEllen - Mel 

TOMEL TRAINING, LLC INSTRUCTOR

 NRA Range Safety Officer 

and is currently training to become an

 NRA Certified Instructor





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    WOMEN ON TARGET 2026

    TOPTON FISH AND GAME

    04/11/2026

      https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907953 


    10/3/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=908157 

    2026 WEEKEND CLASSES SCHEDULED

      

    2026 WEEKEND CLASS SCHEDULE TOPTON FISH AND GAME ASSN

      26 TINA LANE

      MERTZTOWN, PA 19539


    NRA BASICS OF PISTOL SHOOTING

    4/4/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907941 


    5/2/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907943 


    6/6/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907944 


    7/11/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907946 


    8/1/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907947 


    9/5/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907950 


    10/3/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907952 


     TOPTON FISH AND GAME  


    NRA DEFENSIVE PISTOL CLASSES


    5/9/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=912234 


    6/13/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907945 


    8/8/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=907949 


    9/26/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=909927 


    TOPTON FISH AND GAME 

    NRA CCW CLASSES


    7/25 & 7/26/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=908150 




    TOPTON FISH AND GAME 


    NRA PERSONAL PROTECTION INSIDE THE HOME CLASSES


    9/27/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=908154 



    TOPTON FISH AND GAME 


    NRA PERSONAL PROTECTION OUTSIDE THE HOME


    10/24/2026

     https://www.nrainstructors.org/CourseDetails.aspx?Courseid=908156 


    WEEKDAY CLASSES

    WEEKDAY CLASSES CAN BE SCHEDULED AS NEEDED 


    CALL 484-793-9211 FOR MORE INFORMATION

    NRA CLASSES and PRICES

    NRA BASIC PISTOL SHOOTING COURSE

    PREQUESITE 


    TOMEL TRAINING, LLC  recommends a minimum of one lesson prior to registering for Basic Pistol Class either PRIVATE LESSON OR ATTEND THE SHOOTING CLINIC SERIES

    NRA BASIC PISTOL SHOOTING COURSE

      

    This is the foundation for all of the classes.


    If you want to learn how to safely own and operate a handgun this is the place to start.


    This is the class that teaches you the necessary knowledge, skills and attitude needed to safely own and operate a handgun.


    This class is eight hours and starts in the classroom with firearm safety. You will learn how to safely handle, load and unload a firearm. Once you are comfortable with this phase we will move on to aiming.


    We will cover the basics of marksmanship, how to correctly and safely aim the handgun and hit the target. Once you are comfortable with this we will move onto the range where you will begin to develop these skills.


    We start seated on the shooting bench at 3 yards putting into practice skills learned in the classroom.


    Eventually you will be able to stand up and continue practicing the skills.

    You will be able to complete live fire training and a nationally standardized shooting qualification.


    Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting Handbook; complete the Basics of Pistol Shooting Examination and upon course completion NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Certificate bearing the signature of the NRA Secretary and NRA Certified Instructor.


    PRICE: $155.00

    HANDGUN FITTING

       

    For all the students that have successfully completed the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Class with us, we offer an individual Handgun Fitting to help you determine the right gun for your needs.


    To find the right gun:

    First it must fit your hand, you must be able to reach the trigger, manipulate the controls with your shooting hand thumb, have sights that you can see, and be able to shoot it comfortably. 


    This will enable you to identify the right model for you to purchase.


    Price: $35.00 (includes $10. facility fee), students must provide a box of factory ammunition. 


    GUN CLEANING LESSON

       $35. PER STUDENT (INCLUDES $10. FACILITY FEE.)


    BRING YOUR FIREARM.

    WE WILL PROVIDE INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO CLEAN IT.

    YOU MAY BRING YOUR CLEANING KIT IF YOU HAVE ONE OR USE OURS.


    NRA DEFENSIVE PISTOL

      

    THE PREQUESITE FOR THIS CLASS IS THE NRA BASICS OF PISTOL SHOOTING CLASS


    If you have decided that you want a handgun for self-defense, this is where you will begin to learn the basic skills of Defensive Handgun use.


     You will start to learn how to safely draw a handgun from the holster.


    The goal of this course is to give you the knowledge, skills and attitude needed to develop a defensive mindset necessary to carry and use a pistol ethically, responsibly and with confidence.


    We will review the NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling and you will be able to demonstrate how to apply them when carrying a handgun.


    The four levels of awareness and how they apply to you.


    Special safety considerations that must be observed when carrying a handgun.


    You will begin to learn the first seven basic defensive skills.


    You will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection outside the Home Handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure and upon completion the NRA Defensive Pistol Certificate.


    This course will prepare you for more advanced classes, NRA CCW, NRA Personal Protection in the Home and NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home.


    THIS COURSE IS ONLY CONDUCTED BY NRA CERTIFIED  ADVANCED PISTOL INSTRUCTORS.


    PRICE   $180.00






    PRE- COURSE EVALUATION


    $35. PER STUDENT  (INCLUDES $10 FACILITY FEE)


    STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED NRA BASICS OF PISTOL SHOOTING WITH TOMEL TRAINING, LLC ( or it is more than 3 months since completion)

     WILL BE REQUIRED TO DEMONSTRATE SAFE GUN HANDLING, MARKSMANSHIP AND FIREARM KNOWLEDGE.


    UPON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION STUDENTS WILL HAVE $25. CREDITED TOWARD THE COST OF THE COURSE.




    NRA BASIC CCW

    LEARN TO CARRY A CONCEALED FIREARM


    This is a two day class.


    We suggest that you have completed NRA Defensive Pistol Course prior to taking this course.


    NRA CCW takes place in a traditional classroom and range environment.  Teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to carry a concealed pistol for personal defense. 


     Course topics include: Firearm Safety ( Mandatory), Pistol nomenclature and selecting a pistol for self defense, Basic Defensive Pistol Skills, Drawing from Concealment, Loading and Stoppage Remediation, Mindset, Carry Modes and Pistol Concealment, Firearm Cleaning, Sport shooting and Training activities.  


    Additionally students complete live fire training and a nationally standardized shooting qualification while on the range with your NRA Certified Instructor. 


    Students will receive reference books, take an NRA CCW Student Examination and upon successful completion receive a course

    certificate bearing the signature of the NRA secretary and your NRA Certified Instructor.


    PRICE: $260.00

    NRA BASIC PERSONAL PROTECTION IN THE HOME COURSE

    PROTECT YOURSELF AT HOME 


    Teaches  the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information on the law abiding individual's right to self-defense.


    PREQUESITE: Prospective participants can demonstrate that they have the requisite knowledge, skills and attitudes by producing and NRA Basic Pistol Course Certificate, NRA First Steps Course Certificate, and NRA pistol competitive shooting qualification card, military DD 214 with pistol qualification, or passing the Pre-Course Assessment.


    Description:  This is an eight hour course.  Students should expect to shoot approximately 100 rounds of ammunition.  Students will learn basic defensive shooting skills, strategies for home safety and responding to a violent confrontation, firearms and the law, how to choose a handgun for self-defense, and continued opportunities for skill development.  


    Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection in the Home handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules Brochure, and upon successful completion, the course  certificate.


    PRICE: $210.00





    NRA PERSONAL PROTECTION OUTSIDE THE HOME COURSE

        

    DEFEND YOURSELF 180 DEGREES FROM A THREAT


    Prerequisite: Students must have successfully passed Personal Protection in the Home and Prove it, or pass the pre-course assessment to demonstrate the required knowledge skills and attitude.


    This is a two-day course.


    Day one: Entirely in the classroom. Students learn the necessary knowledge, skills and attitude that must be mastered to carry, store, and use a concealed firearm safely and effectively for personal protection outside the home.


    Day two: Starts in the classroom and evolves to several hours on the range acquiring the necessary skills.


    250 rounds of practice ammunition are recommended.


    Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection Outside the Home Handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules Brochure and upon successful completion will receive the course certificate.  


    Price: $235.00




    NRA RANGE SAFETY OFFICER COURSE

      

    Develops NRA Certified Range Safety Officers with the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to organizing, conducting, and supervising safe 

    shooting activities and range operations.


    Attendees must be age 21 or above. This course is nine hours long and is conducted in a classroom.


    Range Safety Officer candidates will learn roles and responsibilities of an RSO; Range Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); range inspection; range rules; range briefings; emergency procedures; and firearm stoppages and malfunctions. 


    Each Range Safety Officer Candidate will receive an RSO Student Study Guide, a Basic Firearm Training Program brochure, an NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure.


    THIS CLASS CAN BE SCHEDULED AS NEEDED


    Price: $155.00

    TO SCHEDULE PRIVATE LESSONS PLEASE CALL : 484-793-9211

    PRIVATE LESSONS

    REVOLVER / SEMI-AUTO PISTOL

    90 Minute SESSION WITH INSTRUCTOR $75.00

    per student (includes $10. facility fee).

    Students can use their own firearm and ammo

    or Instructor's 22 cal. and ammo

    NEW FOR 2026

    SHOOTING CLINIC

    REVOLVER / SEMI-AUTO PISTOL

    FOR THOSE THAT ARE NOT SURE  ABOUT STARTING TRAINING

     THIS IS FOR YOU

    TOMEL TRAINING, LLC has created a series of THREE SHOOTING CLINICS each only an hour.


    These clinics are designed to take a beginner to a safe level of competence where you can decide if this were something you would like to continue with NRA Courses

    LEVLE 1

    RULES OF GUN SAFETY

    SAFE LOADING AND UNLOADING

    SHOOTING AT 3 YARDS

    $35. PER STUDENT (Includes $10. facility fee)


    LEVEL 2

    SAFELY CARRY FROM SHOOTING TABLE TO FIREING LINE

    REVIEW THREE YARD SKILLS - PREVIOUSLY DEMONSTRATED

    BEGINNING BASICS OF MARKSMANSHIP

    SHOOTING AT FIVE YARDS

    $35. PER STUDENT (includes $10. facility fee)


    LEVEL 3

    SAFELY CARRYING FROM SHOOTING TABLE TO FIREING LINE

    REVIEW FIVE YARD SKILLS -PREVIOUSLY DEMONSTRATED

    ADDITIONAL MARKSMANSHIP FUNDAMENTALS

    SHOOTING AT SEVEN YARDS

    $35. PER STUDENT (includes $10. facility fee)






    Course payments must be made in full 5 days prior to the course date.

    REFUND POLICY

    Our goal is to provide you with professional quality lessons/classes.  No-shows, lateness and cancellations impact us, as well as, other students.  Regrettably, refunds are not available, including dismissal for failure to follow directives or safety violations. Providing you notify us at least 48 hours in advance, we will apply your payment toward another lesson/course at a different date or time.

    NO CHARGE REFRESHER COURSES

    If you have taken and passed any one of our NRA courses with TOMEL TRAINING, LLC,  we offer a free refresher course (non club members will have to pay range fee) provided you still posses the training materials for that course. You must pre-register for the course online and attend the entire class.  

    Email us at : tom@tomeltrainingllc.com for more information on any of these courses.

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