Urban Firearm Society exists to provide accessible, high-quality firearms education rooted in safety, responsibility, and respect for all people. Our training emphasizes clear instruction and practical skill-building, treating firearms as serious tools that demand care, discipline, and accountability. We aim to destigmatize firearms through education while building confidence rooted in competence. In an effort to strengthen community preparedness and safety, we equip people with the knowledge and skills to respond lawfully and ethically in the moments that matter. We strive for every student to leave better informed, more capable, and mindful of the responsibility that comes with firearm ownership.
My name is Josué and I'm the owner and lead instructor of Urban Firearm Society LLC.
I started Urban Firearm Society out of a desire to share my passion with others and make sure that everyone I teach is properly trained. I am committed to providing the best student and customer experience that a firearms safety class is able to offer. We are constantly re-evaluating and adapting our processes and methods in an effort to exceed expectations. My desire is to create an environment where students of all backgrounds are welcome and feel safe to ask questions, make mistakes in a controlled environment and feel comfortable with the material that is taught. I want to guide my students through first time gun ownership and make sure their initial experience is a positive one. If my passion and goals resonate with you, then I hope to see you in class!
Firearms Instructor
Claire has 15+ years of experience with firearms beginning with her enlistment in the French Armed Forces. Now that she lives in Boston she shares her passion to foster a better understanding and appreciation for firearms through education and practice. Claire is certified by the Liberal Gun Club and MA State Police to conduct the MA gun licensing training.
Firearms Instructor
Dan entered the Army in 1968 and served in Vietnam. After returning from Vietnam he focused his life on nonviolence and later became a trainer for nonviolent de-escalation and peacekeeping. Dan is a Sig Sauer Academy Pistol Mounted Optics Instructor course graduate, USCCA certified instructor and certified by The Liberal Gun Club and the MA State Police to conduct MA gun licensing training.
Firearms Instructor
Originally from Belfast, Ireland, Mark settled in Boston in 1998 after years of traveling around the world. He has worn many hats over the years—chef, bricklayer, travel agent, skydiving instructor, and restaurant manager—bringing a broad, real-world perspective to his teaching. Mark is a firearms instructor certified by the Massachusetts State Police and the Liberal Gun Club, with a strong focus on creating a welcoming, supportive learning environment for students of all backgrounds and experience levels. Outside of firearms instruction, he also owns and runs with his husband, a local doggy daycare and pet supply business that reflects the same values of care, professionalism, and community.
Strategist / Executive Coach
Alexander serves as the Strategist and Executive Coach of Urban Firearm Society, partnering with the Founder and CEO to guide long-term development, strengthen leadership, and build the operational capacity needed for daily performance and sustainable growth. He provides tailored coaching to sharpen decision-making, reinforce accountability, and ensure the organization is positioned to thrive. With over 25 years of leadership experience across higher education, international organizations, and corporate operations, Alexander has directed multi-site operations, advanced governance frameworks, and secured major funding initiatives. He is also an NRA Instructor, a Massachusetts Certified Basic Firearms Safety Instructor, and a SIG Sauer Academy Certified Pistol Instructor. By combining strategic expertise with practical firearms instruction, Alexander helps Urban Firearm Society strengthen its business foundation and deliver high-quality training.
