National Firearms Association of The Bahamas
Certified world-class training in firearms safety, personal protection, crime prevention, women's empowerment, and active-violence response — for civilians and law enforcement across The Bahamas.
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A pro-community, anti-crime organization
National Firearms Association Bahamas is an education and training Non-profit (Certification #892) NGO, dedicated to training and education in personal & home protection and security, crime prevention, women's empowerment & protection, active violence/shooter response training, and firearms safety, knowledge and responsible firearms ownership to the people of The Bahamas.
Our firearms safety training is targeted to the more than 40,000+ licensed firearms owners in The Bahamas, providing certified world-class training for civilians and law enforcement, with a full partnership and affiliation with the National Rifle Association of America (NRA) training and education division and other international professional training agencies.
We are a pro-community and anti-crime organization providing educational opportunities on S.A.F.E. community with internationally accredited certification courses and programs — all invested in the proper training and promotion of safety for all in the real world.
Our Mission
To be the premiere training and education organization in The Bahamas in personal & home protection, crime prevention, women's empowerment & protection, active violence/shooter response, and firearms safety — providing certified world-class training for civilians and law enforcement.
Our Vision
To foster the development of public safety and firearm safety by providing training opportunities with comprehensive educational programs that will become the premiere all-encompassing training standards and certifications in The Bahamas.
What We Do
We educate, empower and equip licensed firearm owners, law enforcement and our communities in The Bahamas — the elite standard for safe, ethical and practical training.
Internationally Certified Training
The elite standard for safe, ethical firearm training, women's empowerment courses, personal defense and skills development — comprehensively developed to be a national standard.
Crime Prevention
The award-winning Refuse To Be A Victim® program teaches tips and techniques to recognize dangerous situations, avoid criminal confrontation, and improve personal safety.
Law Enforcement Training
A broad spectrum of scenario-based courses for Bahamian law enforcement — increasing officer skills, readiness and performance while reducing liability.
Women's Empowerment — S.W.A.G.
Strong Women Alert & Guarded equips women to predict, prevent and avoid violence — from sexual assault and abusive partners to robbery and home invasion.
Shooting Sports & Hunter Education
Safe, fun shooting sports combining mental and physical challenges, plus hunter education focused on conservation and ethical responsibility.
Community Outreach
Outreach initiatives that educate our communities on safety, building a culture of awareness and shared responsibility.
R.A.V.E. — Preparedness & Resilience
Response to Active Violent Events training builds awareness of how to prevent, prepare, adapt and overcome acts of aggression and emergencies at home or work.
Firearms Training
Multi-level certified instruction — from beginner to advanced, hunting and sport shooting, plus job-function training for armed security and armored car professionals.
Learn From The Best
A network of local and international instructors and partners deliver only the best instructors and courses.
Certifications, Testing & Evaluations
With international instructors and specialists on staff, the NFA has the ability to:
- Evaluate & certify shooting ranges (indoor & outdoor) to international safety standards
- Certify and re-certify civilians & law enforcement on pistol, rifle and shotgun (multi-level)
- Evaluate performance of training
- Multi-level firearms instructor development training
- Train and develop certified Range Safety Officers
- Active Violence Emergency Response certified training center
- Commercial, improvised, military & tactical breaching explosives training
Membership Benefits
NFA Bahamas members enjoy a wide range of exclusive benefits designed to support, educate, and empower responsible firearm owners across The Bahamas.
Legal & Regulatory Support
- Access to a legal hotline/advisory service for questions on Bahamian firearms licensing, import permits, and use-of-force law
- Assistance navigating the Firearm License renewal process with the Royal Bahamas Police Force
- Alerts on changes to firearms legislation or import/export regulations
Training & Certification
- Discounted & free range days
- Subsidized firearm safety and marksmanship courses
- Concealed carry / home defense training workshops
- First aid & trauma response courses (e.g., "Stop the Bleed" style training)
- Youth/family safety education programs
Financial Perks
- Discounts with local store, Gym and services with our partners
Community & Access
- Members-only shooting competitions and leagues (sporting clays, IPSC-style, precision)
- Reciprocal access agreements with international sister associations for traveling members
- Networking events with law enforcement, hunters, and sport shooters
- A member directory for buy/sell/trade of legal firearms and gear (with compliance safeguards)
Advocacy
- Representation before government on licensing reform, public safety, and range access
- Voting rights on association policy positions
- A monthly newsletter/magazine covering local laws, hunting seasons, and gear reviews
Travel & Hunting
- Coordinated group hunting trips (Family Islands, or international partner destinations)
- Guidance on traveling with firearms (declarations, transport rules, customs)
Join the National Firearms Association of The Bahamas
Become part of a community committed to safety, training and responsible firearm ownership.