Michael Rexius

Michael Rexius is a dedicated firearms instructor and co-owner of a business in Medford, Oregon, with a strong passion for teaching people of all ages the fundamentals, skills, and safe handling of firearms. Born and raised in Medford, Michael initially had dreams of playing college football for the University of Oregon. However, a series of sports injuries over three consecutive years, combined with the disruption of his senior football season due to COVID-19 restrictions, dashed his hopes of pursuing a collegiate football career.

Undeterred by these setbacks, Michael sought a new direction and found his passion in serving others through the United States Air Force. He was particularly drawn to the SERE (Survival, Evasion, Resistance, Escape) program, a Special Operations Support Specialist role that would have allowed him to teach military members how to survive in various environments, from wilderness to combat settings. With a love for the outdoors and a strong work ethic developed through football, Michael dedicated himself to preparing for the rigorous SERE training pipeline. Despite a knee injury requiring ACL replacement, he trained extensively, eventually passing the military's Physical Ability and Stamina Test (PAST) with scores that qualified him for all jobs in the Air Force, including SERE.

Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related military restrictions, Michael's plans to join the SERE program were thwarted. Yet, his desire to serve and help others remained strong. This led him to explore his interest in American history, constitutional rights, and firearms. Michael's fascination with firearms grew, and he began to focus on training, learning, and educating himself on firearms handling, laws, and survival techniques. He had been familiar with shooting since the age of 15, but his interest deepened as he started to understand the historical significance and the importance of firearms.

From the age of 17 onward, Michael committed himself to serious training and development in firearms knowledge and survival skills. This dedication ultimately led him to open his business, where he continues his education and shares his expertise with others who, like him, have an interest in firearms but may not fully understand them. Michael's goal is to provide the knowledge and skills necessary for individuals to handle firearms safely and effectively, ensuring they are well-prepared and informed.