Meet Frank Tooker
30 years as a soldier. 26 years as a police officer. Over a decade dedicated to teaching civilians the same discipline and safety standards.
A Career Built On Discipline, Now Focused On Your Safety
Military background. Frank retired in 2015 as Operations Sergeant Major of an Infantry Battalion after more than 30 years as a career soldier — a service spanning the Cold War through Operation Iraqi Freedom, with deployments to Germany, Japan and Iraq. He completed training at every Non-Commissioned Officer level, including the Army Sergeants Major Course, and held roles from squad leader to Battalion Operations Sergeant Major.
Law enforcement background. Frank also retired in 2017 from a large New York police agency, having begun his career in 1991. He worked every available patrol position from Officer through Detective, including the apprehension of serious violent felons in New York City. His police training included Counter Terrorism Awareness, Taser certification, Active Shooter response, and Patrol Rifle instruction.
Firearms expertise. Since 2011, Frank has trained people of every skill level — from brand-new pistol owners to experienced law enforcement officers seeking more than their department could offer. He has accrued over 1,000 hours of firearms and instructor training, competed 20+ years in USPSA and IPSC competition, and trained with premier sources including Thunder Ranch and Kyle Defoor.
Professional Certifications
DPS Certified
Certified by Texas DPS to instruct License to Carry and Security Level 3 tactics & firearms (School License #F28655001).
Rangemaster Master Instructor
Certified Master Instructor through Rangemaster Firearms Training Services, and a Defensive Shotgun Instructor.
NRA Certified
NRA Certified Pistol and Rifle Instructor, NRA Certified Range Safety Officer, and NRA Refuse To Be A Victim Instructor.
TCOLE LEOSA Instructor
Conducts the official TCOLE LEOSA (HR218) annual qualification for active and retired law enforcement officers.
Safe. Practical. Never Reckless.
Frank Tooker Firearms Training is dedicated to the safe and practical use of firearms. Our goal is to ensure you’re better prepared to defend yourself or your loved ones if you’re ever faced with a deadly force situation — without ever teaching techniques that put you in physical or legal jeopardy.
No matter who’s in front of him — a competitive shooter, a realtor, a business owner, a new pistol owner, or an experienced law enforcement officer — safety is always the priority. Classes stay small (never more than six students) so every shooter gets real, individual coaching.
Proudly serving Texas veterans, families, congregations and first responders — one properly trained shooter at a time.
Ready To Train? Let's Get You Scheduled.
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