Instructor Red Flags
A red flag does not mean you must argue. It means you should slow down, ask questions, or choose a different learning environment.
What to remember
- Skipping safety briefings is a red flag.
- Mocking beginner questions is a red flag.
- Pushing purchases during training is a red flag.
- Treating women’s concerns as jokes is a red flag.
Questions to bring to instruction
Safety
Which safety rule should I be most aware of while learning this?
Demonstration
Can you demonstrate this slowly before I try it?
Practice
What should I practice only under direct supervision?
Sources
Which official, manufacturer, range, or class material should I read next?
Boundary
This is general education, not legal advice, tactical advice, emergency advice, or product advice.