Joy Allen
Instructor # 1234518 | E3 Personal Defense & Safety, LLC
Certified with the USCCA since 8/22/2020
Certification Renewal Date 10/17/2026
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
- Range Safety Officer
- Countering the Mass Shooter
- Emergency & First Aid
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals - Training Counselor
- Simulations
- Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals
- Marksmanship Simplified: Foundations of Handgun Coaching
My Biography
Founded in 2017 with a mission to empower individuals to live safely and securely, E3 Personal Defense & Safety LLC offers expert firearms training and crime prevention programs designed for real-world application. Owner and Lead Instructor Joy Allen is a dynamic educator who blends technical expertise with heartfelt mentorship, leveraging her unique background as a pastor, counselor, and author to build lasting student confidence. As a highly credentialed USCCA and NRA Training Counselor, Rangemaster Advanced Instructor, Certified Glock Armorer, and ALERRT CRASE Instructor, Joy brings elite-level knowledge to every session. Joy is also the Founder of InHER Piece Ladies’ Shooting Clubs, one of the nation's first and most impactful women's organizations celebrating diversity and defensive confidence. As a proud USCCA partner, Joy and E3 Personal Defense are committed to equipping every student with the practical tools and mindset needed for personal protection.
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The E3 Personal Defense Introduction to Handguns: Safety, Fundamentals, and First Shots course is intentionally designed for individuals who are new to firearms or seeking a safe, structured, and confidence-building starting point. This course places a strong emphasis on education and understanding, with the majority of instruction conducted in a classroom setting. It is ideal for those who may feel hesitant, intimidated, or simply want to learn before stepping onto the range.
Students will be introduced to handgun fundamentals through guided instruction and hands-on learning using laser training systems such as LaserLyte or SIRT training pistols. These tools allow students to practice safely and build familiarity before transitioning to live-fire exercises on the range, where they will take their first shots under instructor supervision.
Course Topics Include: ✔️What defines a handgun and how it is used ✔️The anatomy and basic operation of a pistol ✔️Handgun considerations: choosing what is appropriate for you ✔️Safe firearm handling and storage principles ✔️Introduction to basic shooting fundamentals and techniques
This course is ideal for individuals who: ✔️Have fears, reservations, or limited exposure to firearms ✔️Are considering purchasing their first handgun ✔️Live in a household where firearms are present ✔️Want to better understand firearm safety for themselves or their children ✔️Plan to pursue additional firearms training or an NC Concealed Carry permit ✔️Desire a strong foundation before advancing to skill-based or defensive training
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a training certificate.
PLEASE READ OUR CANCELLATION POLICY BEFORE BOOKING YOUR TICKETS
This North Carolina Concealed Carry Handgun (CCH) Training is the model course produced by the NC Justice Academy. The course includes at least eight hours of classroom instruction covering topics such as handgun safety, shooting fundamentals, marksmanship, and legal considerations. Upon completion of the course and required live-fire exercises, successful students will receive the certificate required to apply for the NC CCH permit.
E3 Personal Defense offers the superior option for this popular course, featuring professional presentation materials incorporating elements of the USCCA CCHDF curriculum, NRA standards, and Rangemaster instruction philosophies. Each attendee also receives an official copy of the North Carolina "Red Book", Concealed Carry Handgun Training, published by the NCJA.
Register at www.e3personaldefense.com.
This course includes standardized NRA training for the novice shooter. This is an excellent opportunity to prepare for responsible gun ownership. Topics include safe gun handling, pistol mechanics, ammunition, marksmanship principles, selecting and maintaining a pistol, and range practices. HANDGUNS AND AMMUNITION ARE INCLUDED. Class size is limited to ensure hands-on, personal instruction.
The course is objective-driven, lasting approximately 6-8 hours, including both classroom and range time. The cost of the course is $100, NOT inclusive of range fees (approximately $25 per person). Students should also bring or be prepared to rent eye and ear protection for the range.
At the conclusion of the course, students will receive the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Guide and a course completion certificate.
Fundamentals of Pistol Marksmanship
Elevate your shooting accuracy with the E3 Personal Defense Fundamentals of Pistol Marksmanship course. Designed for beginner to intermediate shooters, this hands-on session focuses on improving precision and building confidence.
The course begins with an overview of pistol mechanics and operation, followed by an in-depth exploration of essential shooting fundamentals. You'll also gain valuable insights into range etiquette, safety protocols, and best practices for safe and effective marksmanship.
This course is ideal for new and intermediate shooters who are serious about refining their skills and achieving consistent accuracy.
Requirements: Students must bring a firearm and approximately 200 rounds of ammunition. Limited rentals (standard 9mm striker-fired pistol) are available for an additional $50, paid on the day of class.
This Basic Handgun Course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamentals of defensive shooting.
Course topics include: . Firearm Safety . Self-Defense Firearm Basics . Defensive Shooting Fundamentals (as opposed to Marksmanship Fundamentals) . Gear . Live Fire
This course is ideal for new to intermediate shooters looking to build comfort and consistency with a defensive handgun. The classroom portion will incorporate dry fire and laser training exercises, followed by live-fire on the range.
To complete registration, students MUST visit bookwhen.com/e3personaldefense.
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E3 Personal Defense & Safety, LLC is proud to offer this FREE Firearms Safety Seminar.
The seminar will be presented virtually (via Zoom), and will cover the following topics:
- Gun Safety
- Types of Firearms: Rifles, Shotguns, and Handguns Ammunition
- Purchasing a Firearm
- Visiting the Gun Range
- Training: What Classes Should You Take and When?
- Non-Lethal Defense Options
- Q&A
This NRA FIRST Steps Rifle Orientation is designed to provide a hands-on introduction to the safe handling and proper orientation of semi-automatic rifles.
FIRST = Firearm Instruction, Responsibility, and Safety Training
This course includes classroom and range time. ALL FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION ARE INCLUDED. Students will learn the NRA’s rules for safe gun handling; semi-automatic rifle parts and operation; ammunition; shooting fundamentals; cleaning the rifle; and continued opportunities for skill development. Students will receive the Basics of Rifle Shooting handbook, NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet, FIRST Steps Course completion certificate.
Students MUST visit www.e3personaldefense.com to complete registration and submit payment.
This course is specifically tailored for Real Estate Professionals and is offered, free of charge, through our Community Outreach Programs.
Topics include: . Safety Issues for Realtors . Situational Awareness . Personal Safety Practices . Apps and Tools . Non-Lethal Defense Options . Gun Safety and Considerations . Marksmanship Principles
The USCCA Instructor Development program is the most comprehensive in the industry. Instructors completing the program are qualified to teach the USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals curriculum, including Concealed Carry, Basic Handgun, Home Defense, and more!
COURSE FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE Ensure you are qualified for the course and can fully attend before booking.
Please call 984-833-3373 with any questions prior to registration.
PASS/FAIL COURSE The USCCA Instructor Development is an objective-based, pass/fail course, meaning there's no opportunity for retakes or remedial training if you don't pass. Certification requires the successful completion of both a written exam and a shooting qualification.
NO REFUNDS If you attend the course and fail to receive certification, refunds will not be given.
The Defensive Shooting Fundamentals course is an intermediate class designed to introduce the student to defensive shooting techniques.
Topics include: Defensive Shooting vs. Marksmanship Fortifying the Proper Grip Point Shooting Flash Sight Picture Trigger Control
This course is ideal for students familiar with marksmanship fundamentals, but desiring the skills particularly relevant to self-defense or defensive shooting.
Joy Allen offers private instruction and personal coaching to help you take your pistol shooting to the next level! Whether you are looking to complete Protector Academy requirements, improve marksmanship, learn defensive shooting techniques, build fluidity, prepare for an instructor qualification, maintain LEO proficiency, or advance skills for competition, she is available to lend her knowledge, skills, and experience toward realizing your goals.
Private instruction is a personal and progressive approach to achieving your goals. To measure success, most students complete at least two to three sessions.
All first-time students will receive a shot group evaluation to assess skills and set a benchmark against which progress will be measured. Students will need a handgun and 50-75 rounds of ammunition for a typical session.
The RUN YOUR GUN Drill Practice is a live-fire session designed specifically for intermediate shooters desiring guided coaching for consistency and improvement.
Each session is different, featuring a variety of standardized, industry qualifications and drills, designed to provide immediate feedback on a shooter's performance.
Example Drills and COFs: . FBI Qualification . Bill Drill . First Shot Drill . NRA/USCCA Instructor Qualifications . Rangemaster Instructor Qualification . NC Concealed Carry Handgun Course of Fire . etc.
THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER COURSE. This session is intended for intermediate-level shooters possessing the ability to independently and safely use a handgun. The forum provides an opportunity to receive coaching for improved performance, but it is NOT intended to teach you how to shoot. Personal coaching will be provided, throughout.
PREREQUISITE: NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home, NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home, Advanced Concealed Carry, USCCA Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, or an equivalent defensive shooting course or experience.
Participants are required to bring a strong-side holster, a center-fire handgun, and 150 rounds of ammunition.
This USCCA Mini-Course is delivered virtually and covers topics such as:
- Conflict Avoidance
- Situational Awareness
- Personal Safety and Defense Strategies
- Home Security
Attendance is convenient, from the comfort of your own home or office.
Countering the Mass Shooter Threat is a comprehensive course for every house of worship, school, business, and family in America. We will review the data of 48 mass shootings to determine what can be learned from these tragedies and how following a comprehensive plan can help you not only avoid becoming a victim but eliminate the presence of these shooters once and for all.
SUBJECTS COVERED: Create An Emergency Operations Plan: Discover how you can end attacks early and minimize the number of victims involved in an incident with strategic planning and preparedness training.
Triage And Treat The Wounded: Learn the lifesaving measures you can take to save critically injured victims after an attack is over.
Expert Recommendations: Get advice on topics like how to properly develop an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) for your home or place of business.
Understand Your Attacker: Dive into the history of mass shootings, what the statistics tell us, and what your aggressor is likely thinking.
Debunk Common Myths: Finally get your questions about magazine capacity, banning firearms, and special watch lists answered.
Know The Signs:
Uncover how you can identify and deter potential shooters before they strike.
The Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting course is ideal for students of any age and caters to those who are brand new to firearms.
TOPICS INCLUDE:
- Safe Gun Handling
- Basic Pistol Mechanics
- Marksmanship Fundamentals
- Simulated Range Exercises
All range exercises are completed with laser-emitting simulation pistols. This allows for a fun, stress-free learning experience with the use of our Smokeless Range 2.0 ® Shooting Simulator.
This course does NOT include live fire.
This full-day course will provide a fast-paced overview of defensive pistol shooting, rifle shooting basics, and shotgun basics, complete with scenario-based exercises.
Our signature Shoot/Don't Shoot Simulation Training pairs the Smokeless Range 2.0 ® Shooting Simulator with USCCA's LaserTRAIN program to provide real-life scenario training to concealed carry permit holders.
This course will review the legal requirement for the use of deadly force and present students with realistic, video-based scenarios. Participants will react, utilizing laser-emitting training pistols, and receive feedback from peers and coaches.
The course is ideal for concealed carry permit holders and others looking to understand when the use of deadly force may be necessary and/or legal.
The NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) program was developed in response to the demand for a nationally recognized range safety officer certification. To become an NRA Range Safety Officer, you must pass the RSO course and demonstrate that you possess the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to organizing, conducting, and supervising safe shooting activities and range operations.
This course is conducted in a classroom. NO AMMUNITION OR FIREARMS WILL BE ALLOWED.
Range Safety Officer candidates will learn the roles and responsibilities of an RSO; Range Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); range inspection; range rules; range briefings; emergency procedures; and firearm stoppages and malfunctions. Each Range Safety Officer Candidate will receive an RSO Student Study Guide, a Basic Firearm Training Program brochure, an NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure, and RSO patch upon course completion.
This course takes place over the course of two evenings. Candidates must attend both sessions, from 6:00 PM each evening, in order to complete the course.
Are you ready to build your own AR-15?
This course will be instructed by Duane Haynes of ZAC Tactical, in partnership with E3 Personal Defense & Safety. Students will be guided, step by step, through the build process. All students will leave the class with their own, custom-built AR-15.
IMPORTANT NOTES
The course tuition of $200 covers instruction only. Each participant MUST purchase an AR build kit, specified for the course. Students should expect to spend $400 - $650 for parts, depending on selection. A list of options will be emailed to each participant following registration.
A background check will be required to obtain an AR lower. Students may purchase a lower from a local gun store or make an online purchase. Online purchases will require an FFL transfer, which will result in an additional fee.
Parts should be purchased quickly, to allow time for delivery before the course date.
Only the registered owner of the lower is authorized to build the AR-15 - NO EXCEPTIONS.
NO AMMUNITION WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE CLASSROOM
THIS IS NOT A SHOOTING COURSE
PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER UNTIL YOU ARE SURE YOU CAN ATTEND. Our cancelation policy must be enforced, due to the nature of the course, meaning no refunds will be granted. WE WILL NOT ISSUE REFUNDS IN THE EVENT OF A FAILED BACKGROUND CHECK.
THE SHOOTING CLASS THAT TEACHES YOU HOW TO PRACTICE...
What is Pistol Practice? “Pistol Practice, the Shooting Range Guidebook that teaches you how to Practice” was published in 2022. Unique in composition and purpose, the spiral-bound book was designed for use at the range. It includes 20 chapters of fun, skill-building exercises, challenges, scoresheets, and targets that will keep you engaged and constantly improving.
What is the class like? The 90-minute session is divided between classroom and live fire. The classroom introduces the book, how it is structured, and how to use it. Three Pistol Practice chapters will be reviewed and then executed during the range portion of the class. Every attendee receives a copy of the book (a $30 value).
Who is the class for? The class and the book are worthwhile for shooters of all skill levels. It is particularly beneficial to shooters who feel like they don’t know what to do when they go to the range, or they practice often but are not improving. Pistol Practice brings structure, fun, and meaningful challenges to your range time.
Our Children's Firearms Safety and Fundamentals Course is the perfect course for children and young adults. The entire session takes place in a classroom setting and is appropriate for all ages.
THIS COURSE DOES NOT INCLUDE LIVE FIRE
All exercises utilize laser training pistols and our Smokeless Range 2.0 Simulator training system, allowing for a fun and safe learning environment.
The course includes:
- Gun Safety Rules
- Shooting Fundamentals
- Children's Workbook
- Classroom Instruction
- Note-taking Materials
- Fun Activities!
Following the completion of this course, students desiring more education with a live-fire experience may enroll in our Introduction to Handguns course.
E3 Personal Defense offers signature POWER HOUR sessions designed to provide personal training in a small group setting. Each session focuses on a specific skill, allowing participants to benefit from targeted coaching and support during a live-fire session.
ONLY THREE (3) SEATS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THIS COURSE!
HANDGUN ACCURACY: Students will learn to take accurate, bullseye shots by enhancing the two most important marksmanship fundamentals: aiming and trigger control. Participants will receive personal coaching and guidance to ensure measurable improvements in handgun accuracy within one hour.
E3 Personal Defense offers signature POWER HOUR sessions designed to provide personal training in a small group setting. Each session focuses on a specific skill, allowing participants to benefit from targeted coaching and support during a live-fire session.
ONLY THREE (3) SEATS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THIS COURSE!
GRIP AND TRIGGER CONTROL: When it comes to defensive shooting, grip and trigger control are essential! If you struggle with properly and consistently gripping the handgun, this session is for you! If engaging your trigger is not a smooth and consistent action, this session is also for you!
Students will learn to properly grip a handgun and to recognize when subtle adjustments need to be made. Time will also be spent ensuring each participant is able to successfully recognize and manage the trigger break and reset.
E3 Personal Defense offers signature POWER HOUR sessions designed to provide personal training in a small group setting. Each session focuses on a specific skill, allowing participants to benefit from targeted coaching and support during a live-fire session.
ONLY THREE (3) SEATS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THIS COURSE!
CLEARING MALFUNCTIONS: What do you do when your handgun doesn't function as planned? This course will review various pistol malfunctions, how to identify them, and how to clear them. Time will also be spent ensuring each participant is able to successfully recognize and manage various ammunition and pistol malfunctions on the range.
E3 Personal Defense’s POWER HOUR sessions are focused, small-group training experiences designed to build essential firearm skills with expert coaching. Each session targets a specific skill set, ensuring personalized instruction and hands-on support during a live-fire session.
DRAWING FROM CONCEALMENT Carrying a firearm is only effective if you can access it when it matters most. This POWER HOUR session is dedicated to refining your pistol draw from appendix and/or strong-side carry positions. You’ll develop smooth, efficient draw mechanics and improve your ability to present your firearm with speed, accuracy, and control.
✅ Build confidence in your draw stroke ✅ Improve speed and fluidity under real-world conditions ✅ Get hands-on coaching in a controlled environment
Limited to just three participants for maximum instructor attention.
E3 Personal Defense offers signature POWER HOUR sessions designed to provide personal training in a small group setting. Each session focuses on a specific skill, allowing participants to benefit from targeted coaching and support during a live-fire session.
ONLY THREE (3) SEATS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THIS COURSE!
HANDGUN SELECTION: Participants will gain the skills needed to select a handgun that suits their specific needs and purposes. The session includes expert guidance on evaluating key factors to identify the most suitable options. Attendees will also have the unique opportunity to test a variety of handguns, allowing them to refine their preferences in a hands-on "try before you buy" experience.
Your firearm is more than a tool. It's also an investment!
This Gun Maintenance & Cleaning Clinic is a hands-on workshop designed to give every gun owner the skills and confidence to properly clean, maintain, and care for their handgun. Whether you’re a new gun owner or simply unsure if you're doing it right, this clinic is the perfect opportunity to learn essential firearm upkeep from a trusted instructor.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to field strip your handgun safely and effectively
- Proper cleaning and lubrication techniques
- How to perform a function check
- Basic troubleshooting for common issues
- Inspection tips to identify worn or damaged parts
- The anatomy of a pistol and why each component matters
This course is ideal for:
- First-time gun owners
- Those who’ve never cleaned their gun (or aren’t confident doing so)
- Anyone who wants to protect their investment and keep their firearm in safe working order
What to Bring:
- One unloaded handgun
- Your own cleaning kit (or purchase one during class)
Join us for a journey into the world of personal self-defense options. This informative webinar explores the many "less than lethal" options for personal safety and defense.
Attendees will learn how to build a complete personal safety system. Tools such as batons, stun guns, pepper spray, tactical pens, and more will be discussed.
Each session concludes with Q&A and shopping guidance.
*** ALL CANDIDATES MUST CONTACT E3 PERSONAL DEFENSE BEFORE REGISTERING FOR THIS COURSE ***
Email: info@e3personaldefense.com Phone: +1 984.833.3373
Anyone registering for this course without prior authorization and/or qualification WILL NOT BE REFUNDED.
E3 Personal Defense offers a unique opportunity for USCCA Instructors with expired credentials. RenewEDU provides discounted access to a CCHDF CI course and access to our E3 Personal Defense Alumni network for renewed certification and long-term success!
*** THIS COURSE IS FOR PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED USCCA INSTRUCTORS REQUIRING REMEDIAL ATTENDANCE FOR RENEWED CERTIFICATION ***
E3 Personal Defense offers signature POWER HOUR sessions designed to provide personal training in a small group setting. Each session focuses on a specific skill, allowing participants to benefit from targeted coaching and support during a live-fire session.
ONLY THREE (3) SEATS ARE AVAILABLE FOR THIS COURSE!
SHOOTING STANDARDS: Students will learn and practice one to two standard drills designed to assess skills and areas of improvement. Participants will receive personal feedback and coaching, based on performance, and work toward improving metrics.
This is a great session for anyone preparing to take a course, complete a range qualification, or recertify with a pistol. Bring your CoF and let's practice together!!!
So you have your Concealed Carry Handgun permit. Now what?
Less than 2% of permit holders are estimated to continue the training necessary to use a firearm in self-defense. Don't let that be you!
Join this informative session to address the next steps following your decision to carry a firearm. Bring your questions and prepare to take your shooting to the next level!
Take your marksmanship to the next level with Marksmanship Simplified, Part 1, a course crafted to bridge the gap between basic handgun training and advanced defensive pistol skills. This class focuses on building solid shooting fundamentals through scientifically developed, objective-based training that adapts to your unique abilities and goals. Rather than fitting into a “one-size-fits-all” approach, this course meets you where you are, enhancing your skills safely, effectively, and confidently.
With hands-on learning in both dry-fire and live-fire practice, you'll deepen your understanding of firearm components, refine your accuracy, and cultivate the skills critical to your growth as a responsible protector.
Continue your marksmanship journey with Marksmanship Simplified, Part 2, designed to advance the skills gained in Part 1 by enhancing consistency, precision, and performance under pressure. This course offers an adaptive, objective-based training experience tailored to your individual goals, making it ideal for shooters ready to progress toward defensive shooting or competition. Through a combination of dry-fire and live-fire practice, you’ll master fluid shooting fundamentals, refine your accuracy, and build the confidence necessary for real-world application. Dive deeper into firearm mechanics and strengthen the critical skills that define you as a responsible, proficient protector.
So you bought a new firearm, but don't know what's next...
Unlock the full potential of your firearm in just one hour! This unique, fast-paced session is designed for new firearm owners eager to gain confidence and practical know-how. In a small-group setting, our expert instructors provide personalized, hands-on guidance tailored to your specific firearm. The session begins with an overview of your firearm’s essential functions, safety practices, and next steps. Then, on the range, you'll take your first shots under close supervision, empowering you to confidently handle your firearm.
Join us for a POWER HOUR that takes you from unboxing to the basics—all in one memorable session.
Ready to buy your first firearm but feeling uncertain about where to begin?
Join me, Joy Allen, in this one-hour webinar as I guide you through selecting a firearm that suits your needs and lifestyle. With years of experience in firearm education and personal defense, I’ll help you navigate the key factors—purpose, comfort, and practicality—to ensure you make an informed, confident choice.
Perfect for beginners or anyone overwhelmed by the options, this session will give you the insights to approach firearm ownership responsibly and with peace of mind. Let’s take this first step together toward smart, empowered decision-making!
Ready to sharpen your skills or take your first confident steps into the world of firearms? This Ladies Only Pistol Marksmanship Clinic is designed just for you! Whether you're a brand-new shooter eager to learn the basics or an intermediate shooter looking to refine your marksmanship, this event promises an empowering and educational experience in a supportive, all-female environment.
Empowerment & Safety: A Private Webinar for Women Hosted by Joy Allen, Owner & Lead Instructor of E3 Personal Defense
Take charge of your safety and learn how to develop a personal defense strategy that fits your life. This engaging 45-minute webinar is designed exclusively for women and covers essential topics to help you feel more confident and prepared in any situation:
In many states, responsible citizens can legally carry a firearm without obtaining a permit. However, carrying without a permit does not mean carrying without knowledge. Understanding your rights, responsibilities, and safety considerations is critical to ensuring both personal security and legal protection.
E3 Personal Defense is proud to offer the USCCA Constitutional & Permitless Carry Mini-Course, a live, interactive e-course designed for individuals who live in or travel to states with permitless carry laws. This training equips attendees with the legal, tactical, and situational awareness skills necessary to carry safely and confidently in public.
The RUN YOUR GUN Drill Practice is a live-fire session designed specifically for intermediate shooters desiring guided coaching for consistency and improvement.
Each session is different, featuring a variety of standardized, industry qualifications and drills, designed to provide immediate feedback on a shooter's performance.
This session will focus on presentation from a concealed holster. The session will include multiple dry fire and live fire drills designed to build fluidity, efficiency, and comfort with drawing from the holster.
THIS IS NOT A BEGINNER COURSE. This session is intended for intermediate-level shooters possessing the ability to independently and safely use a handgun. The forum provides an opportunity to receive coaching for improved performance, but it is NOT intended to teach you how to shoot. Personal coaching will be provided throughout.
PREREQUISITE: NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting, USCCA Basic Handgun, NC Concealed Carry, USCCA Defensive Shooting Fundamentals, or an equivalent defensive shooting course or experience.
Participants are required to bring a strong-side holster, a center-fire handgun, and 150 rounds of ammunition.
The InHER Piece Ladies' Shooting Club is the official women’s outreach program of E3 Personal Defense. We gather monthly for empowering sessions that combine education, skill-building, and sisterhood. Each meeting features a unique topic, special guest, or hands-on concept designed to elevate your knowledge, confidence, and capabilities.
Meetings include a brief educational presentation followed by structured range time. Whether you're brand new to firearms or an experienced shooter, you’ll find a welcoming space to grow, connect, and train.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: For the safety and enjoyment of all participants, all ladies participating in live-fire activities must have completed, at a minimum, a basic safety or marksmanship course before the event. Our monthly range meetings are themed, educational gatherings—not formal firearms training. While all experience levels are welcome to attend our educational presentations, live-fire range exercises are designed for those who understand firearms safety and have foundational shooting skills. If you are new to firearms or have not yet taken a course, we encourage you to register for the Introduction to Handguns course, offered monthly through E3 Personal Defense.
This E3 Personal Defense Introduction to Shotguns course is designed to introduce the shooter to the safe and proper handling, operation, and use of the pump-action and semi-automatic shotgun.
This small group session provides a "crash course" covering:
E3 Personal Defense’s POWER HOUR sessions are focused, small-group training experiences designed to build essential firearm skills with expert coaching. Each session targets a specific skill set, ensuring personalized instruction and hands-on support during a live-fire session.
POWER HOUR | FUNDAMENTALS IN FOCUS Ready to build confidence through practice? This one-hour session is designed for new shooters who want to strengthen their skills and reinforce the basics in a safe, supportive environment.
Under the guidance of a certified instructor, you’ll focus on:
- Proper grip, stance, and sight alignment
- Trigger control and breathing techniques
- Repetition of the fundamentals for accuracy and consistency
This isn’t a lecture — it’s guided practice. You’ll spend the entire time on the range applying the core skills that matter most, with real-time feedback to help you improve every shot.
Who this is for:
- New shooters who want supervised practice time
- Anyone who has taken an Introductory or Concealed Carry course and wants to refine the basics
- Students looking for confidence before moving on to advanced training
Stop Guessing. Start Measuring.
Are you actually getting better, or are you just turning money into noise?
Most shooters practice without a plan and leave the range without knowing if they’ve improved. The E3 Diagnostic is designed to fix that. This is not a class—it is a live-fire "lab" environment designed to audit your defensive shooting skills against a set of standardized metrics.
Limited Coaching. Maximum Accountability. In this session, you will run a series of specific courses of fire under the supervision of an E3 proctor. While safety is paramount, you will not receive step-by-step instruction or technique correction during the drills. The goal is to capture a snapshot of your current performance level under pressure.
The Ranking System. At the conclusion of the session, you will receive your score sheet and a "Rank" indicating where your skills currently land. This creates a repeatable benchmark you can test yourself against in the future.
Evaluated: You possess the safety standards required for ownership, but need work on fundamentals.
Effective: You balance speed and accuracy well. You are proficient in defensive carry.
Elite: You are pushing the limits of performance. You are the 1%.
What’s Included: . Professional Proctoring & Timer Management . Qualification Targets . Course of Fire Instructions . Personal Score Sheet & Rank Assessment
Don't Catch a Case, a free webinar offered exclusively through E3 Personal Defense, presents safety, accountability, and legal considerations for gun owners and operators.
Owning a firearm comes with serious legal responsibilities, and too many gun owners learn the law only after something goes wrong. This 90-minute session covers the critical legal considerations every firearm owner and operator should know, regardless of the state they live in. You will gain a clearer understanding of how the law views firearm ownership, defensive use of force, and the actions that follow a critical incident.
Topics include: ✅Foundational gun laws every owner should understand ✅The justifiable use of deadly force and common legal misconceptions ✅What to expect during police interactions before and after an incident ✅Legal considerations when traveling with a firearm ✅How to respond to live-fire or self-defense incidents ✅Understanding the legal aftermath and protecting yourself after a defensive event
This webinar goes beyond theory. Attendees will learn practical, real-world considerations to help protect their rights, freedom, and future if self-defense with a firearm is ever necessary.
This seminar is ideal for anyone who plans to own or use firearms, but highly recommended for new shooters.
The E3 Personal Defense Introduction to Handguns II: Mechanics, Manipulation & Marksmanship course is designed for students who have completed our Introduction to Handguns class and already possess a solid foundation in handgun safety and basic operation. This course advances beyond the introductory level, focusing on helping students gain a deeper understanding of how their handgun functions, how to handle it efficiently, and how to shoot with greater consistency and control.
Instruction includes a combination of classroom learning and practical application, allowing students to deepen their understanding of firearm mechanics, manipulation, and marksmanship concepts before reinforcing those skills through live-fire exercises on the range. This course emphasizes deliberate practice, safe handling under increased complexity, and measurable improvement in shooting performance.
Course Topics Include: ✔️A deeper dive into handgun mechanics and operation ✔️Safe and efficient firearm manipulation techniques ✔️Grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control refinement ✔️Applying marksmanship fundamentals during live-fire exercises
This course is ideal for individuals who: ✔️Have completed Introduction to Handguns or similar foundational training ✔️Want to understand better how their handgun functions and operates ✔️Are ready to move beyond first shots and build shooting consistency ✔️Plan to continue into defensive or advanced handgun training
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a training certificate.
BONUS INCENTIVE: This course includes the NC Concealed Carry Handgun shooting qualification as part of the live-fire exercises. Students who pass will be pre-qualified and may apply that qualification toward the NC Concealed Carry Handgun course with E3 Personal Defense, provided they register within 45 days.
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PLEASE READ OUR CANCELLATION POLICY BEFORE BOOKING YOUR TICKETS
Take Care of What Takes Care of You Firearm Care & Maintenance Made Simple
Owning a firearm is more than just knowing how to use it. You must know how to care for it.
In this practical and approachable webinar, we’ll walk through the fundamentals of firearm cleaning and maintenance, with a focus on handguns and principles that apply across platforms. Proper care is essential for safety, reliability, and long-term performance.
This session is designed to remove the guesswork and build your confidence.
In this webinar, you’ll learn: ✅When and how often to clean your firearm ✅The basic tools and supplies you’ll need (and what you don’t) ✅Safe step-by-step cleaning techniques ✅How to identify common wear, buildup, and potential issues ✅Best practices for storage and ongoing maintenance
No prior experience is required. This is a judgment-free, beginner-friendly session created to help you feel more confident and capable as a responsible firearm owner. Best of all, it's FREE and available from the comfort of your own home!
Join us to learn, ask questions, and take the next step in your personal defense journey.
If it’s been a while since you’ve been on the range, you’re not alone, and you’re exactly who this course is designed for!
Skill Reboot: Handgun Fundamentals is a focused refresher for students who have received prior training but need to rebuild consistency, sharpen their fundamentals, and regain confidence in their shooting. We’ll begin with a review of essential firearm safety and core fundamentals, including grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control. From there, students will move to the range for guided exercises designed to reinforce proper technique, identify opportunities for improvement, and quickly restore comfort and confidence behind the gun.
This is not a beginner course—it’s a reset. A chance to get back to the basics, refine your skills, and recommit to your personal defense journey.
PISTOL SHOOTING SUCCESS Build Skill, Speed, and Confidence in 6 Months or Less
What does it really take to become a confident, capable shooter?
In this live webinar, you’ll learn a clear, practical path to improving your pistol performance without confusion, wasted time, or inconsistent results. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to break through a plateau, this session will help you understand how to train with purpose and see measurable progress.
One of the biggest challenges shooters face is not knowing what to actually do when they get to the range. Too often, practice turns into simply putting rounds downrange without a plan, without structure, and without real improvement. In this session, we will address that directly, giving you a framework for approaching your range time so that every session builds skill, reinforces fundamentals, and moves you forward.
We’ll walk through the key elements that define effective shooting, including the balance between speed and accuracy, the role of mindset and consistency, and the difference between simply practicing and truly training. You’ll also gain insight into how equipment, environment, and physical readiness all play a role in your performance.
By the end of this session, you will have a structured approach to your range sessions, a clear understanding of how to train effectively, and the confidence to show up with purpose every time you step on the line.
In this webinar, you will learn: ✅What “good shooting” really means and how to define it for yourself ✅The difference between training and practice and why it matters ✅What to actually do at the range to improve your skills ✅The core fundamentals that drive consistent performance ✅How to balance speed and precision for real-world applications ✅How to structure your training for steady, measurable progress ✅Key considerations for selecting and using your equipment effectively
If you’re ready to stop guessing at the range and start progressing with purpose, this session is for you.
The USCCA Instructor Development program is the most comprehensive in the industry. Instructors completing the program are qualified to teach the USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals curriculum, including Concealed Carry, Basic Handgun, Home Defense, and more!
COURSE FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE Ensure you are qualified for the course and can fully attend before booking.
Please call 984-833-3373 with any questions prior to registration.
PASS/FAIL COURSE The USCCA Instructor Development is an objective-based, pass/fail course, meaning there's no opportunity for retakes or remedial training if you don't pass. Certification requires the successful completion of both a written exam and a shooting qualification.
NO REFUNDS If you attend the course and fail to receive certification, refunds will not be given.




