Why Choose Freedom Skills LLC
There’s a difference between checking a box and actually knowing what you’re doing. FREEDOM SKILLS LLC teaches practical skills that work under pressure, giving law abiding individuals confidence they can rely on.
When something goes wrong, you don’t rise to the occasion, you fall back on your training.
HOPE IS NOT A PLAN. SKILL IS!
Training for People Who Refuse to Be Unprepared
Most people don’t act because they’re weak. They don’t act because no one ever showed them what to do. We fix that. At FREEDOM SKILLS LLC, we deliver practical, no-nonsense training for law-abiding individuals who take safety seriously in the Orange County and Southern California region. This isn’t a theory class. You’re here to build real skill. from firearms fundamentals to Stop the Bleed, that hold up when it matters. No yelling. No coddling. Just direct, professional instruction that builds real competence.When things go wrong, you fall back on your training. Let’s make sure it’s solid.
Testimonials
Rick is an outstanding firearms instructor and I had a great experience taking his class through Freedom Skills Firearms Training. He was organized, clear, and took the time to walk everyone through the proper procedures. You can tell he is experienced and knows how to teach in a way that is easy to follow.
The class was professional but also enjoyable, which made the training easier to understand. I would definitely recommend Rick at Freedom Skills Firearms Training to anyone looking for quality firearms and emergency medical training.
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Lee S.
“I took a private handgun class with Rick Trucks and I highly recommend him. He’s professional, disciplined, and very no-BS in his teaching style. He doesn’t baby you, but I never felt lost. I was treated like a capable adult, which I really appreciated. I was nervous to get started with firearms as a woman with little to no experience and Rick made it a safe and comfortable space.
I got to try a variety of handguns and learned a lot in a short time. He also gave thoughtful guidance on what might work best for me going forward, which was super helpful.
Great instruction, solid experience! I’ll definitely be back for more training.”
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Hilary L.
“When she was old enough, I took my 11 year old daughter to Rick for her beginner firearms course and he was great. To say that she had some anxiety would be an understatement. It was a group class with other young ladies. Rick created a safe, calm environment. He explained everything – safety rules, grip, stance, sight picture, and trigger control clearly and patiently.
My daughter went from nervous to confident and competent in just the one day that she spent with Rick.
He really stressed gun safety and tailored the training to her pace with plenty of hands-on range time. Professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely great with students. We’ll definitely be back for more classes.
Highly recommend!”
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Micheal D.
Our Mission
Empower individuals and organizations to prepare, protect, and act decisively in emergencies.
What We Stand For
FREEDOM SKILLS provides practical, hands-on training designed for law-abiding individuals and organizations, equipping them to respond confidently in high-stress and life-threatening situations. Our approach is professional, no-nonsense, and rooted in decades of real-world experience.
Behind Freedom Skills Firearms
I’m a coach first. I bring over four decades of experience from the U.S. Army and law enforcement, but what matters isn’t where I’ve been. It’s what I can help you do.
Early in my military career, I became obsessed with getting better behind a firearm. Not just shooting more, but figuring out how to improve. When that started to show, my leaders put me in a position to train others. That’s where everything changed. I found real satisfaction in helping people cut through frustration and actually make progress.
That mindset still drives everything I do.
There’s a lot of noise out there concerning techniques, trends, and opinions that don’t hold up when it counts. Most of it doesn’t help people do the two things that matter: be safe and be accurate. I focus on what does.
Whether you’re brand new or experienced, I identify what’s holding you back, give you a clear path forward, and build skill that sticks. My approach is grounded in integrity, driven by growth, built on real connection, and focused on progress you can measure.
Hope is not a plan. Skill is!
Principles. Application. Reps that hold up when it matters.
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