ABOUT US

We are A State of Florida licensed full-service Training Academy For Security Officer Certifications armed and unarmed, our team of Instructors exist to serve the Security community. Whether you are an aspiring security officer, supervisor, manager, company owner, or academy instructor/owner, we are here for you. Feel free to email us with any questions, concerns, comments, or requests. And thank you for making Shield Training Academy your go-to for security training and support!
Students Taught

17,000

Years of Experience

35

Professional team members

3

Our mission
Our success is measured by the well turnedout officers that are currently working highprofile posts from federal buildings to utilityplants & government contracts and the highlysatisfied clients that have hired these securityofficers.

Excellence


Courage


Integrity


Professionalism


Our Ownership Team

Thomas Sunnycalb

President/CEO State Of Florida Licensed DI Instructor NRA Certified Firearms Instructor NRA Certified Range Safety Officer Retired Law-enforcement Firearms Instructor

Aubrey Pinion

Vice President State Of Florida Licensed K Firearms Instructor Law-enforcement Firearms Instructor

Heather Sunnycalb

Secretary State Of Florida Licensed DI Instructor
Stuident Comments Page
Students Recent Comments The Best Instructors i have had Thomas and Heather are top of the line full of knowledge of the security industry and the laws pertaining to the State of Florida I have learned a great deal of information about the subjects taught, I have a better understanding of the laws and the liabilities associated with being a security officer. Thank You Both I will continue my training with you as you are outstanding! Aubrey I want to extend my appreciation and respect for being such a fantastic firearms Instructor and trainer. Your experience and tutelage has served as an inspiration and motivational platform for me to continue edifying myself in weapons management and shooting skills, for this I salute you sir, Thank You Again See you for my recerts Juan C. Aubrey and Thomas are great Instructors they are by far the best InstructorsI have had,they not only teach the course the take their time and it's hands on with them Thomas is a great Range Safety Officer he in very observant and catches things you are doing when you are shooting he makes you aware of things to help make you a better shooter! These guys are top class instructors, Thank you both again, see you for my recerts DJ The most significant thing I learned during my firearms class was safety, the laws and learning the importance of using a firearm, also the protection of myself and others. Excellent education course! The Instructor was very courteous, funny, well educated and honest with everyone, the instructor was very understanding and easy to understand. Thank you Thomas! Barbara B. The most significant thing I learned during this class was firearm safety, things I liked about my class attention to details, hands on instruction and helpful advise from Instructor and his great attitude. Thank you Thomas! Rar A. I learned a lot about the laws, the instructor was very knowledgeable and explained everything very well, laws, shooting, ect. I learned a lot from him his class was very enjoyable and very well taught. Again Thank You Thomas!! David H. I learned the laws and regulations of the State of Florida. The way he teaches, because he is very illustrative and shares his experience with the class. Thanks Nelson R. Our Instructor Tom was very hands on and kept us interested with many examples, he was hands on 90% of the time while on the range and worked with us. Ismael P. To always use safety when handling firearms, instructors real world experience and vast knowledge. The instructors patience was what I liked the most, both classes I have taken with Thomas were great I would rate my firearms instruction I received in class as outstanding! Thank you Aaron J. Most significant thing learned during my class is the safe handling of firearms and basic laws. What I liked best about my class was the wealth of information that was given in three days, the instructors real world experience and the way he breaks things down so that the layman could understand. Again Thank You Tom, Lance R. I learned the proper storage and care of my firearm as well as safety and that never to fire a warning shot. The best thing about my class was the instructor, he brought the street to the class room, the class was awesome Thomas has a great sense of humor and was not boring to listen to he was great. He was excellent and I would recommend him to my friends, the instructor made the class I would rate him as outstanding. Thanks Thomas, Alicia H. The most significant thing I learned in class what could happen in the field, great explaining and instruction for gun handling. His experience in the field as a Security Officer and his Military background. Mainly the firearm instructor experience also, gun handling and safety great training from the instructor, I would rate him as outstanding! Thank you Tom, Nina L. The Safety of using a firearm and understanding the firearm, he was easy to understand and used good examples, very through and his teaching skills kept us interested, he was well spoken and verbalized his teaching. I enjoyed the class and recommend that you have Thomas as your instructor, also I will continue to train at this facility. Great Instructor! Andy F. I learned about safety, laws, how to handle my firearm better, learned more about the laws and shooting tactics. This has been the best class I ever had and I am a former correction officer. Thomas always gave you a answer for all your questions, he was nice and very knowledgeable, he is the best there is! Frank L. Safety of firearms, instructor was very knowledgeable of program, I liked the professionalism of the presentation of safety issues, Thomas is a 1st class pro! James T. I learned the Florida Statutes pertaining to the class G license, I learned a lot of information about protecting myself from liability. What I liked best about the instructor is his experience and ability to explain the statutes and range course, his experience and qualifications and his way of teaching. I would rate him as outstanding. Thank you Tom! Bernard P. I learned a lot about safety issues related to firearms, Instructor made class very interesting, his knowledge of firearms and all related items. I received outstanding training from my instructor. A. Diaz Thomas thank you so much for your help while I was in Orlando Florida, I really enjoyed your tactical firearms training course, the lessons I had were amazing I shall come back as soon as possible. Best regards Krief G. Paris France