DAVID LEDBETTER
David Ledbetter is the Suarez International Instructor for the State of Oklahoma. He is also an Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) Certified Instructor, a Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) Certified Instructor, a NRA Pistol, Rifle and Shotgun Instructor and a NRA Range Safety Officer. He enjoys teaching firearms training and education to students and believes in the SI philosophy, “Teaching Private Citizens To Be A Deadly Threat”. David began training with SI in 2009 and became an SI Instructor in 2010. David is a hands on instructor and works one on one to bring each student to the highest level possible at their skill level. David is very student focused and is top notch at teaching the material.
Here are a few comments from students who have trained with David.
“I am a female and grew up thinking that guns were bad. After taking this course, not only do I feel comfortable with my gun, I feel confident. David is an awesome instructor who is approachable, knowledgeable and was willing to work with me at my own pace. He answered all my questions and helped with the concerns I had with handling a firearm.” -Nicci
“Had a great time training with David! He was patient and informative, pushed us to our limits and stressed proper safe techniques. I've been shooting handguns for over twenty years, and broke some bad habits with David's help. I'm recommending David and SI to all my shooting friends!” -Todd C.
“David is a great instructor period. When we train together we push each other to the limit. If you have the opportunity to train with David and don't, well let's just say politely...you need to check yourself and your priorities. “ -Jon Payne
“Guys, if you wanted to attend this training taught by David Ledbetter but decided not to, you missed out on some BAD*SS training from one BAD*SS Teacher!” -Mike S.
“David is an a amazing instructor. I am 15 years old and everything he said could not be more clear to me. My shooting skills have improved tremendously and I cant wait until I can attend another courses in the future. Thank you, David” -Pistol Pistol
“David is quite possibly one of the brightest young instructors I have encountered in my life. Well trained, well planned, student focused. Believes honestly in his material. I will be spending many more weekends in Pauls Valley, OK with David.” -Lucky Gunner
“David Ledbetter is an excellent instructor. He is 100% on top of the material, and he has an uncanny knack for reading each student's current need (spoken or not). Several times, I could tell that he knew almost word for word what I was thinking! As a self-proclaimed "training junkie" David understands good instruction because he also seeks it out. I'm sure this is a large part of why he is able to read and respond to his students' needs so precisely.” -bigjimmyk3
“David is a pro. The man loves what he does and he is a great instructor.” -Martin L.
“I was lucky enough to train with David in Colorado Springs earlier this year. The guy is a stud. I wouldn't hesitate to take any course from him that he felt qualified to teach.” -DiamondD
“David is a quality young man with a lot of enthusiasm and a very bright future ahead of him with Suarez International. There is no doubt in my mind that David is slated to be a top tier instructor for Gabe in the not too distant future.” -Garloch
“Keep an eye out for David in the future. This is a guy that is going to make his presence known inside of SI.” -Roger Phillips
