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Ghostrider Defense – Mid-Michigan CPL & Advanced Training

Ghostrider Defense ( offers a high-caliber firearms and security training experience from its base in Linwood, Michigan. Their training model features not just one, but at least two certified instructors for every concealed carry class, supported by additional range safety officers to maintain a...

Defensive Shooting Skills – Grand Rapids, MI

Defensive Shooting Skills ( is a firearms training provider in Grand Rapids, Michigan, led by Jeffery Crosby and Ericka Crosby. Their faith-rooted philosophy emphasizes that responsible self-defense is a God-given right and that Responsibility Starts with You. Jeffery Crosby brings a diverse...

Armed Safely LLC – Michigan & Maryland

Armed Safely LLC ( specializes in Comprehensive Traumatic Event Survival Training (CTEST), offering a modern take on safety that goes beyond firearms instruction. Designed to build safety toolkits, CTEST teaches intuitive awareness, avoidance, escape plans, trauma-based medical aid, and how to...

Apex Defense Solutions – Westland, MI

Apex Defense Solutions, LLC ( is a Southeast Michigan firearms training academy based in Westland, MI. Led by Chad King, a USCCA Training Counselor, NAAGA Regional Director and Range Safety Officer, and certified Glock armorer, the program emphasizes practical skills, legal clarity, and long-term...

Adamas Firearms Training – Santa Barbara, CA

Adamas Firearms Training ( brings professional, personalized firearms instruction to Santa Barbara, California. Operated by Tanner Diamonda former U.S. Army infantryman and Unit Marksmanship Trainerthe facility emphasizes safety, simplicity, and confidence-building in every class. Tanner is a...

2 Vets Development Group (2VDG)

2 Vets Development Group, commonly known as 2VDG ( is a veteran-run firearms training organization delivering practical, high-quality instruction across the United States. The agency emphasizes realistic training environments and personalized skill development, grounded in both service experience...

Walker’s Firearms & Defensive Tactics Training LLC – Metro D.C. (Beltsville, MD)

Walkers Firearms & Defensive Tactics Training LLC (WFDTT LLC) ( is a Beltsville, Marylandbased, veteran-owned training service serving the DMV region. Founded by Navy veteran Vincent Walker, a former law enforcement officer and FLETC graduate, the academy delivers instruction rooted in safety,...

Trusty Training Solutions, LLC – Randallstown, MD

Trusty Training Solutions, LLC ( is a Randallstown, Marylandbased firearms and security training academy that blends inclusive, faith-rooted instruction with practical, defensive education. Their private training facility ensures comfort, privacy, and an empowering environment for first-time and...

Top Shot Maryland, LLC – Lutherville-Timonium, MD

Top Shot Maryland, LLC ( is positioned as Marylands premier firearms training academy, serving not only the Baltimore area but extending into Virginia and the Washington, D.C., metro region. Led by a team of NRA- and USCCA-certified instructors, the academy offers an inclusive range of training...

PSA Next Level Training – Gaithersburg, MD

PSA Next Level Training ( is a Gaithersburg, Maryland-based firearms and security training provider offering concealed carry and handgun qualification courses along with non-lethal defense and basic gun fundamentals instruction. Their site emphasizes topics like INTRODUCTION TO FIREARMS, Handgun...