Alumni, Careers & Partners
Once a USS Academy student, always part of the family. Stay connected as alumni, join our team, or partner with us.
Join Our Alumni Community
Once a USS Academy student, always part of the family. Our alumni community connects graduates, offers continued learning, exclusive events, and a network of like-minded protectors across Florida and beyond.
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Alumni Network
Connect with 29,000+ graduates who have trained with USS Academy. Share experiences, stay sharp, and grow alongside a community that takes protection seriously.
A dedicated alumni portal is in development. Enter your email to be notified at launch and receive founding member access.
Alumni Member Benefits
Exclusive Alumni Events
Priority access to Ladies Day, advanced training events, alumni-only shooting competitions, and special sessions not open to the general public.
Continued Education Discounts
Alumni receive discounted rates on advanced courses, refresher training, and new program offerings as they become available.
Alumni Network Access
Connect with fellow graduates, law enforcement professionals, military veterans, and serious civilian practitioners in our private community.
Alumni Recognition
USS Academy alumni certification displayed in your professional profile. A credential that carries weight in the firearms and security community.
Referral & Instructor Pipeline
Standout alumni may be invited to join the instructor development program or refer students and earn recognition within the Academy community.
Apply to Join Our Team
USS Academy is more than a training academy — it's a growing organization with opportunities for instructors, mentees, franchise partners, and creative professionals. If you share our mission, we want to hear from you.
Become a USS Academy Instructor
Join our instructor team and teach the next generation of responsible firearm owners. USS Academy instructors carry real credentials and real experience — we train civilians, law enforcement, military, and security professionals. If you have the skills and the passion, we want to talk.
Instructor Mentorship & Open Your Own Academy
Are you an aspiring instructor who wants to build your own training business? USS Academy offers a structured mentorship pathway — learn from 18 years of operational and instructional experience, then launch your own academy with USS Academy's guidance, framework, and support. This is a rare opportunity to build something lasting.
Media — Photography & Videography
USS Academy is actively building its media library — photo gallery, video gallery, marketing content, event coverage, and social media assets. We're looking for talented photographers and videographers who understand the firearms training environment and can capture the energy, professionalism, and community of USS Academy.
How to Apply
Use the Contact form below and select your area of interest, or email us directly at support@ussacademy.org with your background, credentials, and what role you're interested in. For media applications, please include a link to your portfolio. All applicants are reviewed by Mia Rock personally. We respond to all qualified applicants within 5 business days.
Our Trusted Partners & Recommendations
USS Academy is proud to work alongside and recommend the following organizations, ranges, and industry partners. These are our trusted recommendations — partners we stand behind.
GROUP
USS Academy's parent organization — USSA Group. Professional security services, armed and unarmed security personnel, and executive protection for Florida and beyond.
Visit USSA Group →PARTNER
USS Academy is an Official USCCA Partner. The United States Concealed Carry Association — the nation's leading concealed carry education and self-defense liability organization.
Official Partner →CERTIFIED
USS Academy instructors hold NRA Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor certifications. Our team includes U.S. Marine Corps veterans with real-world field and courtroom experience alongside NRA, USCCA, and Florida K License credentials.
NRA Certified →We train where YOU are. USS Academy partners with professional ranges across Florida and the Southeast — contact us to find a class near you.
Find a Class Near You →Become a Partner or Add a Recommendation
Are you a range, organization, or vendor interested in being listed as a USS Academy partner or recommendation? Contact us to discuss a partnership.
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