John Gonzales

As the owner and senior instructor at Art of the Gun (AOG), I began this journey with the idea of bringing current, proven self-defense techniques, and tactics to the communities which needs them the most. My goals and objectives are to provide firearms safety information, training courses, consulting services to reduce gun accidents, violence, and crime within the community.

After many years of operating in unpredictable environments. I have acquired various skills and resources to instruct, guide and be a positive resource to others in areas of training and protective services.

Accreditation and Certification: 

• POST-Peace Officers Training and Standards  Range Master/ Firearms Instructor

• POST Police Academy Instructor 

• BSIS-Bureau of Security and Investigative Services Instructor and Armed Officer

• NRA-Pistol and Range Safety Officer

• Active Shooter Response Instructor 

• Intermediate Weapons Instructor (OC/Baton)

• Former Special Response Team Member (SRT)

• Protective Service Site Manager

• Executive Protection Team Leader

• Army Veteran

• Retired Police Officer

BSIS Certificate #2811

Better Training, Better Results!