Faith. Brotherhood. Fire.

EVERY MAN
FACES A CHOICE.

Drift. Or Stand.

Fireside forges men through faith, tactical training, and unbreakable brotherhood. This isn't a men's group. It's a proving ground for men ready to lead with courage and live with purpose.

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Est. 2020
South Florida
Why Fireside Exists

The Battle Every
Man Faces.

The world demands everything from you and offers nothing back.

Pressure to provide. Pressure to lead. Pressure to hold it all together. The noise drowns out your purpose until you're just surviving instead of living.

The Enemy: IsolationPassivityComparisonDrift

You were built for more. Not to drift. Not to hide. But to stand in strength, in faith, and with brothers beside you.

Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes.

Ephesians 6:10-11
Coach with hand on trainee's back at the shooting range
Brother to Brother · On the Range
What We Forge

Four Pillars. One Mission.

Every element of Fireside is engineered to develop the complete man. Spiritually grounded. Physically capable. Relationally connected.

01

Deepen Faith

Ground yourself in biblical truth. Every event begins and ends with spiritual formation that builds resilience from the inside out.

02

Forge Brotherhood

Build bonds of accountability with men who fight beside you. No masks. No performance. Real connection forged under pressure.

03

Tactical Mastery

Train with discipline, precision, and composure under pressure. Learn to move, shoot, and lead with confidence and control.

04

Rekindle Purpose

Leave every event sharper, steadier, and stronger. Ready to lead your family and community with clarity and conviction.

2026-27 Season

The Season Is Set

Five gatherings. One brotherhood. Mark the dates now. Registration for each event opens as it approaches, and spots are limited.

Fall
Oct
16
2026

FALL FIRESIDE

Okeechobee Shooting Sports, FL
Registration Opens Soon
Winter
Jan
22
2027

WINTER FIRESIDE

Okeechobee Shooting Sports, FL
Registration Opens Soon
The Hunt
Feb
19-20
2027

BROTHERHOOD HOG HUNT

Two-Day Event · Details Coming Soon
Registration Opens Soon
Spring
Mar
12
2027

SPRING FIRESIDE

Okeechobee Shooting Sports, FL
Registration Opens Soon
Finale
May
21
2027

SEASON FINALE

Okeechobee Shooting Sports, FL
Registration Opens Soon

Be First In When Registration Opens

Spots go fast and the brotherhood gets first word. Drop your info and we'll text you the moment registration opens for each event.

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What to Expect

From the first safety brief to the last round fired, every moment is engineered for transformation.

  • 8 - 9 AMCheck-In & Gear Prep
  • 9 - 9:30 AMSafety Briefing
  • 9:30 - 12 PMTactical Range Training
  • 12 - 1 PMLunch & Brotherhood Discussion
  • 1 - 4 PMAdvanced Drills & Qualification
  • 4 - 5 PMDebrief & Transition
  • 5 - 6 PMDinner
  • 6 - 9 PMFireside Bonfire & Brotherhood

Location

Okeechobee Shooting Sports, 7055 48th St NE, Okeechobee, FL 34972. Outdoor tactical range with shade areas, tables, and chairs. Range Safety Officers and Fireside Coaches present at all times.

What's Provided

Bottled water, lunch, dinner, T-shirt, targets, safety supervision, and range instruction.

What to Bring

Hat, pants, close-toed shoes, sunscreen, eye and ear protection, your firearm (9mm preferred), ammunition (200-400 rounds depending on level), gun belt, pistol holster, magazine holders, and a beach chair for the bonfire. No firearm? You can rent one at the venue or share with a friend.

One-on-one pistol coaching at a Fireside event
The Fireside Path

Your Journey to Tactical Mastery

Your path begins at the range and is proven at the fire. Advancement is earned, not given.

At Every Event

We provide water, lunch, dinner, your event T-shirt, targets, and safety supervision. Every man brings eye and ear protection, a hat, and closed-toe range attire.

Level 01
Recruit
Safety & Fundamentals

Every man starts here. Stance, grip, trigger control, and sight picture. Safe handling drilled until it's instinct.

How You Advance Coach sign-off on safe handling and technique.
  • Pistol (holster optional)
  • 200 Rounds of Pistol Ammunition
Level 02
Defender
Accuracy Under Pressure

Reloads, malfunction drills, and smooth draw work. Consistency under stress and accuracy without hesitation.

How You Advance Pass the untimed accuracy qualifier.
  • Pistol + OWB Holster
  • 3+ Magazines, 2+ Mag Holders
  • Range or Duty Belt
  • 250-300 Rounds of Ammunition
Level 03
Guardian
Movement Under Stress

Shooting on the move. Cover-to-cover movement, timed drills, and non-dominant hand engagement.

How You Advance Pass the timed accuracy and movement drill.
  • Pistol + OWB Holster
  • 3+ Magazines, 2+ Mag Holders
  • Belt or Rig Built for Movement
  • 300-350 Rounds of Ammunition
  • Optional: Knee Pads, Gloves
Level 04
Commander
Mastery & Leadership

Pistol and rifle integration with scenario-based exercises that demand judgment and leadership under pressure.

How You Advance Meet Fireside's accuracy, time, and safety benchmarks in full integration exercises.
  • Pistol and Rifle With Sling
  • 3+ Magazines Per Platform
  • 2+ Mag Holders Per Platform
  • Range Belt or Chest Rig
  • 200 Pistol + 200 Rifle Rounds

Not sure where you fit?

Reach out and we'll help you find your level. fireside610@gmail.com
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Real Testimonials

Men. Transformed.

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★★★★★
Fireside is one of my favorite events to go to. Great men. Very safe. And every time I go, I learn something important about myself.
MM
Mindfull Media
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
I had an amazing experience going to Fireside for the first time. It was an all day event learning practical tactical everyday skills that could very well one day come in handy in this crazy time we are living in.
TG
Thomas Graham
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
I highly recommend anyone who wants to grow closer to God, is seeking brotherhood, and wants to learn safe and effective gun handling to attend a Fireside event. You will leave with a fresh perspective and feel rejuvenated.
CA
Chad Allen
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
As good as it gets for leveling up your skills with your firearms and leveling up your skill, confidence and determination as a husband, father, and especially as a man in today's culture. Third Fireside for me and it was the best one yet.
HS
Hugo Sabato
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
This ministry has given me so much. Not only do I enjoy the tactical training, but getting to be around other men of God and sharing our faith has been the greatest part.
ZA
Zach A.
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
The level of spiritual growth as well as instructor-led firearm training I received was on a level I have never experienced in my life. I left feeling more confident.
JB
JBauto11
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
The absolute best men's ministry I have ever known. A ministry for every man to truly level up.
BP
Brandon Poe
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
Fireside is such a great group of Godly men walking together and leading other men to Jesus.
PS
Philip Sustar
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
To level up as a warrior, protector, and provider, and connect closer to God with a brotherhood, this is the best place to be.
PW
Pat Wollmering
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
Fireside is one of my favorite events to go to. Great men. Very safe. And every time I go, I learn something important about myself.
MM
Mindfull Media
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
I had an amazing experience going to Fireside for the first time. It was an all day event learning practical tactical everyday skills that could very well one day come in handy in this crazy time we are living in.
TG
Thomas Graham
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
I highly recommend anyone who wants to grow closer to God, is seeking brotherhood, and wants to learn safe and effective gun handling to attend a Fireside event. You will leave with a fresh perspective and feel rejuvenated.
CA
Chad Allen
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
As good as it gets for leveling up your skills with your firearms and leveling up your skill, confidence and determination as a husband, father, and especially as a man in today's culture. Third Fireside for me and it was the best one yet.
HS
Hugo Sabato
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
This ministry has given me so much. Not only do I enjoy the tactical training, but getting to be around other men of God and sharing our faith has been the greatest part.
ZA
Zach A.
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
The level of spiritual growth as well as instructor-led firearm training I received was on a level I have never experienced in my life. I left feeling more confident.
JB
JBauto11
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
The absolute best men's ministry I have ever known. A ministry for every man to truly level up.
BP
Brandon Poe
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
Fireside is such a great group of Godly men walking together and leading other men to Jesus.
PS
Philip Sustar
Fireside Brother
"
★★★★★
To level up as a warrior, protector, and provider, and connect closer to God with a brotherhood, this is the best place to be.
PW
Pat Wollmering
Fireside Brother
The Fireside Code

The Standard We Live By.

  • I "I am a man of Fireside."
  • II "I can admit my mistakes and will learn from them, so that I can lift others up and be lifted up."
  • III "I will stand for the Lord, to do good works every day, in every area of my life."
  • IV "I will stand up and lead myself, my family, and my brothers in honor, respect, and righteousness."
  • V "I will encourage other men to take action for God, to do the next loving thing, and leave this world a better place."
  • VI "I will stand for the Lord and stand for my brothers."
In Memoriam

The Legacy of
Keith Gibbs.

A forged warrior whose life was a living testament to brotherhood, faith, and standing for what is righteous and true.

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"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes."

Ephesians 6:10-11

Keith Gibbs was not a man who stood still. He faced his own battles but chose to Stand for the Lord and Stand for his brothers. His life was a living testament to Ephesians 6:10, inspiring men to put on the full armor of God and fight for what is righteous and true.

Keith saw the battle in every man's heart. A longing for a battle to fight, an adventure to live, and a beauty to rescue. He was a sentinel for the Fireside vision, and his teachings inspired hundreds of men to build their own ministries and bands of brothers.

The week before his passing, a group of brothers had the opportunity to pray with Keith. He texted back: "I was moved with emotion, overwhelmed by the prayers of faith from the men of God I call my brothers. I receive healing in Jesus' name and I will believe and not doubt."

In that short message, Keith summed up his legacy. Every word from Keith was one of encouragement, strength, endearment, and God's love. He affirmed men, challenged them, and helped them open their eyes to God's truth.

His legacy is not in the words he spoke, but in the men he called to action. It lives on in every man who chooses to STAND, lead with honor, and stand for his brothers.

Love in Brotherhood,
Your Fireside Brothers

Online Brotherhood

Stay Connected.
Stay Sharpened.

The brotherhood extends beyond our physical gatherings. Fireside Online is the virtual bonfire where we gather between events to sharpen each other and hold each other accountable.

Authentic Brotherhood

A private space for genuine connection without the pressure to perform.

Accountability

Men who will challenge you and encourage you to do the next right thing.

Ongoing Encouragement

Daily wisdom, support, and focused discussion channels for faith and tactical skill.

Join the Brotherhood
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The Brotherhood Never Logs Off
FAQs

Common
Questions.

Everything you need to know before your first event.

Registration for each event opens as its date approaches. Join the notify list in the Events section and you'll get first word by text and email the moment it goes live. Spots are limited and the list hears about it first.
Fireside events are for men 18 and older. Attendees under 21 must be accompanied by their legal guardian. No experience required. All skill levels welcome.
Not at all. Many of our attendees are first-time shooters. Fireside works with top-level firearms trainers to ensure the highest level of safety is observed and enforced at all times.
No. Firearms can be rented from our host venue, or you can share with a friend. We recommend a 9mm pistol for best results at your first event.
Hat, long pants, close-toed shoes, sunscreen, eye and ear protection, firearm (9mm preferred), ammunition (200-400 rounds depending on level), gun belt, holster, magazine holders, and a beach chair for the bonfire. We provide food, water, a T-shirt, targets, and safety supervision.
Yes. Select the number of attendees, enter each man's name, shirt size, and skill level, and pay once for everyone. All attendees land on the roster instantly and each one gets his own confirmation and waiver link.
Answer the Call

Ready to Take
Your Stand?

Stop drifting. Get focused. Stand for something greater. Your moment is now.

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