Joseph Evangelist

This course is a one-day course that goes over both concealed carry and home defense options, we start with the universal safety rules, defensive shooting, home defense plans, concealed carry, the legal use of force, the aftermath, guns, gear, and gadgets. Textbook Included in Course.

An introductory handgun course designed specifically for women who are new to pistols or want to build a strong, confident foundation. This class focuses on safety, fundamentals, and skill development in a supportive, low-pressure environment.

Students will learn proper firearm safety, basic pistol operation, stance and grip, sight alignment, trigger control, and safe loading and unloading procedures. The course includes both classroom instruction and live-fire range time, allowing students to apply what they learn with hands-on guidance from qualified instructors.

No prior shooting experience is required. The goal of this course is to help students gain confidence, develop safe habits, and establish a solid base for continued training.

Topics covered include:

Firearm safety rules and range etiquette

Pistol parts and operation

Proper grip, stance, and shooting fundamentals

Loading, unloading, and clearing malfunctions

Live-fire practice with instructor coaching

Who should attend: Women with little to no pistol experience, or those seeking a refresher in a comfortable, encouraging learning environment.

This is for those considering or already carrying concealed, a guide to gear and gadgets as well as training development.

Learn about mass shooter threats, what we can do to prevent this from happening in our schools, our houses of worship, and our workplaces.

Learn about handguns, the controls, the type of action, and the grip. Learn how to size up a handgun to your specific needs without buyer's remorse.

Off the X is an intermediate pistol course that goes beyond the fundamentals and introduces students to practical self-defense concepts with a handgun. This class focuses on movement, situational awareness, and applying marksmanship skills in defensive contexts, helping students begin the transition from static shooting to real-world defensive pistol use.

In this course we go over safety, situational awareness, approaching buildings, pre-approach self-check-ins, inside property management, self-defense, self-defense tools lethal and non-lethal options and more

This seminar includes a Reality Based Training short demonstration.

Women’s Pistol 1 is a continuation class held immediately after Women’s Basic Pistol. Designed for women who have completed the basic course or have equivalent experience, this class focuses on refining fundamentals through increased live-fire practice, instructor coaching, and confidence-building range time.

This class is a great comprehensive seminar for anyone carrying concealed, or considering carrying concealed for self-defense. You will learn in this class: conflict avoidance, situational awareness/ handgun, shotgun and Semi-Automatic Rifle basics. The physiology of violent encounters, legal aspects of using deadly force and a complete guide on gear, gadgets and ongoing training.

In this course, you will learn about the concealed carry lifestyle including universal safety rules, self-defense vs. marksmanship skills, handgun selection, cover and concealment explained, concealed carry, the lethal use of force, and a bonus! A great course for those currently carrying or considering carrying a firearm for self-defense.

In this course, we help you develop a home defense plan in detail. From the front door to your floorplan, we help you understand the dynamics of planning vs not planning. Defend your family's home today for a safer tomorrow.

In this course, you will learn about the concealed carry lifestyle including universal safety rules, self-defense vs. marksmanship skills, handgun selection, cover and concealment explained, concealed carry, the lethal use of force, and a bonus! A great course for those currently carrying or considering carrying a firearm for self-defense.

This is the renewal course for Maryland's Wear & Carry.
All material will be emailed to you for you to bring to the class.

Designed for parents and new parents-to-be who are considering a firearm in their home for defense. This course guides you into the legal aspects of firearms ownership with newborns and children in the home under 18 years of age. We go over safety in the home, storage laws, firearms and ammunition types, dos and don’ts with concealed carry and infants/toddlers, and how to keep your teens from being too curious when you are not around. This course is not a live-fire course, this course will be utilizing SIRT pistols.

This is a non-shooting course. This is complete content with your House of Worship's leadership and congregants in mind. A great eye-opener to those who are seeking information about protecting, or countering the mass shooter threat.

The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting course is a great way for you to learn the basics of pistol shooting from the top firearms training organization in the world! The course may be used for you to obtain the certification for your concealed carry permit in some states. Be sure to contact your county, city, or state to find out whether this course fulfills the requirement.

Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Course Learn to be your Family's Immediate Responder!

Course Introduction: Basic Pistol Foundations (USCCA – Non‑Live Fire) Whether you’re brand new to firearms or simply looking for a stress‑free way to build confidence, this course delivers exactly what new shooters need. We cover the essentials: Handgun Anatomy, Action Types, Ammunition, Grip, Stance, and Sight Picture, all in a calm, supportive learning environment.

Instead of live fire, we use SIRT training pistols to create a smokeless, lead‑free, low‑stress range experience. This allows students to focus on fundamentals without the pressure, noise, or recoil of a traditional range session.

This is a discounted Course from original price of $107

This comprehensive training course is designed specifically for Houses of Worship to equip security teams and volunteers to respond effectively to a wide range of real-world threats and emergencies. The program extends well beyond active shooter response, providing essential training in medical emergencies, domestic disturbances, mental health crises, verbal disruptions, extreme weather events, and other situations that may impact a worship service.

With an emphasis on situational awareness, clear communication, and coordinated team response, participants learn how to maintain a safe, welcoming environment while preserving the mission and spirit of the congregation. Whether establishing a new safety team or strengthening existing procedures, this course provides the practical tools, training, and confidence needed to protect both people and places of worship.

This is a year-long training commitment.

This comprehensive training course is designed specifically for Houses of Worship to equip security teams and volunteers to respond effectively to a wide range of real-world threats and emergencies. The program extends well beyond active shooter response, providing essential training in medical emergencies, domestic disturbances, mental health crises, verbal disruptions, extreme weather events, and other situations that may impact a worship service.

With an emphasis on situational awareness, clear communication, and coordinated team response, participants learn how to maintain a safe, welcoming environment while preserving the mission and spirit of the congregation. Whether establishing a new safety team or strengthening existing procedures, this course provides the practical tools, training, and confidence needed to protect both people and places of worship.

This is a year-long training commitment.

Course Highlights Include: Maryland firearm laws and legal use of force Safe handgun handling and storage Situational awareness and personal protection strategies

De-escalation and conflict avoidance Defensive mindset and decision-making Live-fire qualification (as required) Application guidance for the Wear & Carry permit Whether you are new to carrying or renewing your permit, this course goes beyond the minimum requirements by focusing on real-world responsibility, safety, and legal knowledge—not just checking a box.

Upon successful completion, students receive the certificate required to submit their Maryland Wear & Carry application.

Train with confidence. Carry responsibly. Stay compliant.

In this clinic, we start at the range, we watch your grip, shooting technique and help you with adjusting to get better groupings.
After range time, we go to the clubhouse and clean your handguns with the kit you will receive as a bonus! A $25 value!

Off the X 2 is an advanced defensive pistol course designed for students who have already been introduced to movement and self-defense concepts and are ready to further refine their skills. This class expands on the principles taught in Off the X by integrating more complex movement, shooting techniques, and problem-solving under dynamic conditions.

Topics covered include: Advanced movement and positional shooting Transitional shooting techniques Rifle-to-pistol transition concepts Movement and engagement around vehicles Threat assessment and decision-making under stress Reinforcement of defensive mindset and situational awareness Prerequisites: Completion of Off the X 2 or equivalent advanced defensive pistol training call for verification

Strong pistol fundamentals and consistent safe gun handling Experience with movement, drawing, and engaging targets Prior rifle experience recommended for transition blocks

Who should attend: Experienced shooters looking to expand their defensive skill set and challenge their abilities in a structured, safety-focused training environment.

An introductory defensive pistol course designed to save you ammunition. This course focuses on core techniques using SIRT training pistols, which emit a laser instead of firing a projectile, eliminating noise and recoil so students can focus on learning. You’ll gain valuable skills while saving significant ammo, all on a training platform that closely matches your everyday pistol. We bring multiple SIRT pistol sizes to ensure a realistic fit for each shooter.

Learn about mass shooter threats, what we can do to prevent this from happening in our schools, our houses of worship, and our workplaces.

The Drawing From Concealment Course is a non‑firing, dry‑fire training program designed to build safe, consistent, and confident draw‑stroke skills. In a controlled environment, students work with multiple concealment setups; inside‑the‑waistband, outside‑the‑waistband, appendix, and more, to understand how each affects movement, access, and efficiency.

You’ll learn how to properly draw your concealed firearm using a step‑by‑step method that emphasizes safety, repeatability, and real‑world application. Because this is a dry‑fire course, students can focus entirely on technique without the stress, noise, or recoil of live ammunition.

This class is ideal for new and intermediate shooters who want to develop a reliable, safe draw from concealment before transitioning to live‑fire practice.