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Lake Erie Arms LEA

Instructor # 3008293 | Lake Erie Arms

Certified with the USCCA since 8/29/2024

Certification Renewal Date 8/29/2027

  • mdotson@learms.net
  • (419) 433-8200

Milan, OH, 44846

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USCCA Certifications

  • Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
  • Countering the Mass Shooter
  • Emergency & First Aid
  • Concealed Carry & Home Defense
  • Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals

Current Classes Available

  • Sat, Oct. 24, 2026 8:00 AM

    CCW Course

    with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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    Lake Erie Arms
    Milan, OH

    $75

    Sat, Nov. 14, 2026 8:00 AM

    CCW Course

    with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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    Lake Erie Arms
    Milan, OH

    $75

    Sat, Nov. 28, 2026 8:00 AM

    CCW Course

    with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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    Lake Erie Arms
    Milan, OH

    $75

    Sat, Dec. 12, 2026 8:00 AM

    CCW Course

    with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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    Lake Erie Arms
    Milan, OH

    $75

  • Sun, Oct. 4, 2026 9:00 AM

    First Shots Rifle

    with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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    Lake Erie Arms
    Milan, OH

    $25

  • Sat, Oct. 10, 2026 8:00 AM

    Unarmed Self Defense

    with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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    Lake Erie Arms
    Milan, OH

    $75

      Sat, Nov. 7, 2026 8:00 AM

      Unarmed Self Defense

      with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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      Lake Erie Arms
      Milan, OH

      $75

        Sat, Dec. 5, 2026 8:00 AM

        Unarmed Self Defense

        with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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        Lake Erie Arms
        Milan, OH

        $75

        • Sat, Oct. 31, 2026 9:00 AM

          First Shots Pistol Youth

          with Lake Erie Arms LEA
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          Lake Erie Arms
          Milan, OH

          $25

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        This course will provide the student with quality instruction that, in part, meets the requirement for applying for the Ohio CHL permit. The course is 6 hours of classroom and 2 hours of range. Lake Erie Arms also provides a plethora of other classes from basic to advanced.

        This course is for beginners and covers safety, basic operation, and shooting techniques of a handgun. After the classroom training, students will be taken to the range for live fire training. This is a beginner friendly course using a .22lr handgun.

        Entry level safety, fundamentals, and short live fire range time.

        A great course to supplement your ccw or handgun skills, when the use of force does not rise to the level of deadly force you must use something less. Allow us to help provide those skills with this course.

        Learn how to safely and legally carry a concealed firearm. This class will cover both the legal aspects of concealed carry in Ohio and the practical skills needed for safely handling a handgun. This class meets the training requirements for obtaining a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) in Ohio.

        Learn the basics of firearms safety from our qualified firearm instructors.

        Learn the basics of firearm safety from our qualified firearm instructors.

        This course covers how to field strip, clean and maintain your handgun. The class will also discuss proper maintenance for short and long term storage.

        The Basic Handgun Course is designed for new shooters & handgun owners or those aiming to enhance their fundamental skills. It features classroom instruction combined with live-fire range activities, focusing on safety, legal knowledge and practical shooting methods.

        Learn basic pistol shooting techniques and help hone your skills in the comfort of a stress-free classroom environment using laser-enabled training pistols. There is NO live fire or range time in this class.

        This class covers situational awareness, conflict avoidance and proactive home defense strategies.

        This class covers a wide range of topics, including the legal principles governing self-defense, the escalation of force, and the use of deadly force. It includes information on the laws governing the legal use of force inside and outside the home.

        This class teaches you basic first aid and lifesaving techniques to be used in the event of a medical emergency.

        This class covers essential skills for treating severe bleeds. You will learn how to control arterial bleeding using commercial tourniquets or improvised methods, apply compression bandages, pack wounds and treat chest injuries.

        In this class you will learn how to identify sudden cardiac arrest including checking breathing status, and for a carotid pulse, how to perform chest compressions, how to use an AED, when and how to perform rescue breaths, and what to do when paramedics arrive on scene.

        Learn about the most up-to-date Concealed Carry gear and accessories and how they can help you take your everyday carry to the next level. Get hands on with the latest holsters, lights, belts, concealed carry bags, and more.

        In this class you'll gain a deeper understanding of the implications of being armed in public, how to stay safe by avoiding danger, pre-threat indicators, de-escalation tactics, using force, and the importance of seeking further training.

        Learn how to safely, quickly and effectively draw your pistol from the holster using a variety of techniques and carry positions for both open and concealed carry.

        This class is the foundation of armed self-defense training. From stance to grip to physical shooting technique, this class will help you get your body to work with your gun instead of against it. You will learn which intuitive skills work best with what your body will naturally do while under the stress of a violent encounter. Whether you're looking to train on the basics of putting bullets where you want them to go or building your skill for rapid acquisition and engagement of multiple targets in a real-world scenario, you'll find it in the Defensive Shooting Fundamentals.

        The New DPP (Defensive Pistol Program is now available at Lake Erie arms. There is limited seats available. This course of 5 modules of 5 hours each which equals 25 hours of training over 5 Sunday mornings. Come with limited skills and leave confident and competent!

        This course is for beginners and covers safety, basic operation, and basic shooting techniques of a shotgun. After the classroom training, students will be taken to the range for live fire training.

        For Ages 10-17. This course is for beginners and covers safety, basic operation, and basic shooting techniques of a handgun. After the classroom training, students will be taken to the range for live fire training.

        This course is for beginners and covers safety, basic operation, and basic shooting techniques of a shotgun. After the classroom training, students will be taken to the range for live fire training.

        Entry level safety, fundamentals and short live range time.

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          Class taken on Mon, Dec. 15, 2025
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            Milan, Ohio

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          • Jacob Selent

            Milan, Ohio

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          "Jake is a natural teacher. He entertained questions throughout the presentation and made sure everyone was aware of the rules so to have a successful first shots on the range."

          Submitted on Tues, Dec. 16, 2025 by Linda B.

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          Class taken on Sat, Sep. 20, 2025
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            Milan, Ohio

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          • Nicholas Twining

            Milan, Ohio

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          • Lance Nickester

            Milan, Ohio

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          " Staff was great very informative and helpful highly recommend and definitely will be back "

          Submitted on Sat, Sep. 20, 2025 by Kari C.

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          Class taken on Sat, Aug. 30, 2025
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          Instructors

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            Milan, Ohio

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          • Jacob Selent

            Milan, Ohio

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          • Matt Dotson

            Milan, Ohio

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          • Thomas Shepherd

            Milan, Ohio

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          "Obtained a lot of great info about handling situations and what not to do or say. Very helpful. Definitely will look for more training. "

          Submitted on Fri, Sep. 5, 2025 by Andrew H.

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