Upcoming Classes

October 3, 2026 - PA

Course Description Kellner's Fireworks is presenting the PGI Display Operator Certification course. The course will introduce the student to the basics on putting on a public display. This class will include electronic and live "hands on" demonstrations of what can happen on the firing line. Sign up for this class and the 10/2 1.4G Professional Use Fireworks class for only $150.00

  • Class Date October 3, 2026
    • Start time 10:00 AM
    • End time 6:00 PM
    • Timezone (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
  • Location
    601 Old Route 8
    Wesley Grange Hall
    Harrisville, PA 16038
  • Class size 50
  • Cost $95.00
  • Lead Trainer Dean Putt
  • Items students should bring Items for note taking Hard hat Closed toe shoes Hearing protection Long sleeve, fire resistant shirt or jacket. Cotton is okay. Long-legged, fire-resistant pants

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October 10, 2026 - GA

Course Description PYROTECHNIC TRAINING COURSE PGI Display Operator Certification Course & Live-Fire Training Learn. Train. Experience Pyrotechnics Hands-On. Join Deep South Fireworks for an exciting, in-person Pyrotechnic Training Course designed for individuals interested in learning the fundamentals of professional display fireworks, safe operating practices, and proper handling procedures. Whether you're new to the pyrotechnics industry or looking to expand your knowledge and experience, this course provides a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training in a professional and safety-focused environment. COURSE HIGHLIGHTS PGI Display Operator Course Participants will complete the Pyrotechnics Guild International (PGI) Display Operator Course covering important principles of professional display fireworks operations and safety. Live-Fire Training Exercise Following the classroom portion, participants will have the opportunity to participate in a supervised live-fire exercise, including hand-firing a 3-inch display shell. North Carolina Participants: This course will qualify as either an initial training course or continuing education for applicable North Carolina pyrotechnic operator requirements. Breakfast, lunch, and drinks will be provided.

  • Class Date October 10, 2026
    • Start time 11:00 AM
    • End time 7:00 PM
    • Timezone (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
  • Location
    147 Eastman Highway
    Hawkinsville, GA 31036
  • Class size 25
  • Cost $100.00
  • Lead Trainer Devin Vargas
  • Items students should bring Long pants — preferably jeans or other non-flammable/flame-resistant material Long-sleeve shirt — 100% cotton or other non-flammable/flame-resistant material Closed-toe shoes Personal Protective Equipment: Eye protection, hearing protection, and a hard hat are recommended. You may bring your own, or Deep South Fireworks will provide PPE for participants. Note taking materials such as a pen or pencil.

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October 17, 2026 - OH

Course Description American Fireworks Company is sponsoring a PGI Continuing Education Display Operators Course on Saturday, October 17th, 2026 at our NEW LOCATION in Cleveland, OH! We are always looking for new shooters for Ohio and the surrounding area! The course is 9am-5pm and the cost is $99. You will receive a textbook and lunch!

  • Class Date October 17, 2026
    • Start time 9:00 AM
    • End time 5:00 PM
    • Timezone (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
  • Location
    13700 Broadway Ave
    American Fireworks
    Cleveland, OH 44125
  • Class size 100
  • Cost $99.00
  • Lead Trainer Daniel Suttkus
  • Co-Trainer(s)
    Sabrina Nickels
  • Items students should bring Pen for taking notes and the exam

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November 8, 2026 - PA

Course Description Whitenight's Fireworks is presenting THE PYROTECHNICS GUILD INTERNATIONAL “Display Operator Course (DOC)” Learn the basics of safe display fireworks exhibiting- includes hand firing

  • Class Date November 8, 2026
    • Start time 9:30 AM
    • End time 5:30 PM
    • Timezone (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
  • Location
    1869 N Old Trail
    Hummels Wharf Fire Company
    Selinsgrove, PA 17870
  • Class size 40
  • Cost $100.00
  • Lead Trainer Brian Whitenight
  • Items students should bring Closed-toe shoes, long-sleeved shirt, and full-length pants, both 100% cotton, note taking materials.

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November 14, 2026 - IN

Course Description The PGI Display Operator Certification (DOC) Course, or PGI Course, is designed to meet the need for both a "Basic" course in Fireworks Display Safety and as the first step in an optional Certification Process, which when completed, results in the successful trainee becoming a PGI Certified Display Operator. Lunch and snacks will be provided.

  • Class Date November 14, 2026
    • Start time 9:00 AM
    • End time 5:00 PM
    • Timezone (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
  • Location
    17746-D County Rd 34
    Elkhart County 4-H Fairgrounds
    Goshen, IN 46528
  • Class size 100
  • Cost $100.00
  • Lead Trainer Bill Jump
  • Items students should bring Students should be prepared by bringing to class their own Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Per NFPA 1123 - 2010, this includes: Head protection, eye protection, hearing protection, foot protection (closed-toe shoes) and cotton, wool, or similarly flame-resistant, long-sleeved, long-legged clothing. We will be bringing a limited amount of PPE for $25. If you would like it included with the course, just let us know and we will add it on. (hard hat, gloves, ear plugs, safety glasses).

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November 14, 2026 - CO

Course Description Pyrotechnic Guild International (PGI) Display Operator Course Presented by the Rocky Mountain Pyrotechnics Guild (RMPG)

  • Class Date November 14, 2026
    • Start time 9:00 AM
    • End time 5:00 PM
    • Timezone (UTC-07:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada)
  • Location
    25950 E. Quincy Ave.
    City of Aurora Public Safety Training Center
    Aurora, CO 80016
  • Class size 45
  • Cost $150.00
  • Lead Trainer Nicholas Rinaldo
  • Items students should bring Each participant must bring safety glasses, a head covering or hard hat, hearing protection, and wear cotton clothing with long sleeves and long pants (turnout gear is acceptable). Flame retardant layers and boots are recommended for the outdoor portion of the class. Hot, cold, wet, windy weather and/or muddy ground is always possible in Colorado, so be prepared. It is highly recommended to bring a pen, pencil, clip board or other hard surface to write on, highlighter, and paper for taking notes as we typically don’t have tables. A water bottle and anything else you feel you might need to be comfortable is advisable. Online payments only accepted. Link: https://rmpg.multipass.com/DOC2026

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