February Newsletter

We can do it, yes we can!

A note from Vicki

I have had many students who have taken my classes and said:

“I can’t do it.”

“I am afraid.”

“I am not strong enough.”

And every one of them was wrong. Each and every one them did do it, faced and confronted their fear and found strength they did not know they had. To them, I offer the following thoughts.

“Bite off more than you can chew, then chew it.” Ella Williams

“When one door of happiness closes, another opens; but often we look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us.” Helen Keller

“The most successful people are those who are good at plan B.” James Yorke

“Sooner or later, those who win are those who think they can.” Richard Bach

“People of little understanding are most apt to be angry when their sense is called into question.” Samuel Richardson

“Opportunity is missed by most because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.” Thomas Alva Edison

“I'm a great believer in luck and I find the harder I work, the more I have of it.” Thomas Jefferson

“The greatest discovery of our generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind. As you think, so shall you be.” William James


Vicki~


WSA Student of the Month:

I am so pleased to announce our first student of the month, her name is Gerri and here is her story.

Vicki,

I would like to start by saying thank you very much for choosing me to be your first “Student of the Month.” I am honored. However, the person that should be honored is YOU. You have the knowledge, ability and personality to instruct anyone that makes the decision to learn about gun safety.

Everyday at work, I review cases in which one person has harmed another. It is unbelievable what goes on around us, and many of us are not aware. As the economy fights to get through a recession and unemployment fluctuates between 11% and 13%, our crime rates increase. I am secure in knowing that I have some training that may allow me to keep myself and my family safe should the occasion arise.

I was raised around shotguns and rifles. I was taught: do not touch, they are dangerous, leave them alone. I grew up fearing guns, as opposed to respecting them. At the prodding of two wonderful friends, I took your first class. I have to admit I was quite anxious about even touching the guns you had at the front of the classroom. With additional prodding, I signed up for your tactics class. I almost called in sick.

Today, I love my guns. I also enjoy practicing and experimenting with different calibers. I have lost a fear and replaced it with knowledge. I believe that everyone should have a fear of knowing what can occur if a gun is not handled properly, and remedy that fear with the expertise you offer.

Kudos to you Vicki. You have made a huge difference in the way I look at guns. To you I will remain thankful.

P.S. I had several people including my husband, brothers, brother-in-laws, etc. all offer to “teach me.” Trust me, this is not as effective as The Women’s Shooting Academy.

Gerri-

If you would like to nominate a special student whose life has been changed in some way by a WSA class please contact Vicki.

Changes to the Schedule:

Many of you have been asking for another gun cleaning class, this class will now be offered once a month every month. Sign up today, only a few spots left for the March 1st class.

Introduction to Knife Training. You definitely won't want to miss this one. Sunday April 25th will be the first class.

Refuse to be a Victim and the OC Pepper Spray are certainly a great option if you are looking at non-lethal forms of self protection.

Thank you again for your continued support. I am proud to be your instructor.

Be well.

Vicki