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Ernest Chavis

Instructor # 2337657 | Level Red Defense, LLC

Certified with the USCCA since 4/24/2022

Certification Renewal Date 8/17/2027

  • levelreddefense@gmail.com
  • (410) 430-5730

Newark, MD, 21841

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USCCA Certifications

  • Concealed Carry & Home Defense
  • Countering the Mass Shooter

My Biography

Ernest has always been an educator. My education started with firearms as early on in Boy Scouts troop number 107, in 1970 northeast Baltimore, Maryland the county of Hamilton at young age I was taught the fundamentals of Safety and respect and confidence when using a firearm. Growing up with a father that was a average hunter and sportsman. I was taught how very important it was to be a responsible, firearm user and owner. as I got older, I joined a national rifle Association and further my education through the literature they provided. I’ve been attending the Worcester County firing Range for the Worcester County sheriffs department for the past 15 years, gaining as much important information and knowledge with the officers I met at the Range. I finally decided to become a USCCA firearms Instructor and was trained through Brinker tactical in Modelo Springs Maryland. I am certified in teaching concealed carry and home defense fundamentals through the USCCA and I am also certified in teaching countering mass shooter threat a comprehensive playbook for every house of worship schools, businesses and family in America.

Current Classes Available

  • Sat, Oct. 31, 2026 10:00 AM

    Maryland CCW & HQL

    with Ernest Chavis
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    Level Red Defense, LLC
    Millsboro, DE

    $375

    Sat, Dec. 5, 2026 10:00 AM

    Maryland CCW & HQL

    with Ernest Chavis
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    Level Red Defense, LLC
    Millsboro, DE

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    Sat, Jan. 30, 2027 10:00 AM

    Maryland CCW & HQL

    with Ernest Chavis
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    Level Red Defense, LLC
    Millsboro, DE

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    Sat, Feb. 27, 2027 10:00 AM

    Maryland CCW & HQL

    with Ernest Chavis
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    Level Red Defense, LLC
    Millsboro, DE

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    Sat, Mar. 27, 2027 10:00 AM

    Maryland CCW & HQL

    with Ernest Chavis
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    Level Red Defense, LLC
    Millsboro, DE

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Maryland HQL, handgun qualification license course. Is a 4-Hour class that gives the education and necessary training to purchase a handgun. The class provides students and introduction skill level and proficiency they need to qualify for their hql license.

Encountering mass shooter threat is a class for everyone. It’s a comprehensive playbook for every house of worship, school, and businesses and families in America. In this class, you will learn do gun free zones help her hurt does victim Response make a difference what our universal background checks would it end in mass shootings you’re also learn what are the warning signs creating an emergency operation plan for your school house of worship and business don’t be an easy victim run hide fight when fighting back means using a gun and finally where do we go from here? In today’s society, we can’t help but wonder what could happen when I leave my house to go to work to go to worship or simply just go Shopping. we need to prepare ourselves every time we leave our homes not to become a victim. This class will educate you prepare you and give you the confidence you need not to become a victim.

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    "GREAT Class!! If you do not take it, that would be a big mistake. That is from a former Police Officer!"

    Submitted on Fri, Sep. 18, 2026 by Mike S.

    "Thank you, Mike for your kind review. It was a pleasure having you in my class and thank you for allowing me to be your Instructor."

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    "Ernie really is an amazing instructor. Very patient, informative and helpful. "

    Submitted on Mon, Aug. 31, 2026 by Julia W.

    "Thank you so much for your kind of review. It was a pleasure to have you in my class and allow me to be your Instructor. Thank you so much. Stay safe."

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    "My trainer Ernie Chavez was outstanding Extremely knowledgeable and full of personal insights and recommendations "

    Submitted on Sun, Aug. 30, 2026 by Everett C.

    "Thank you so much for your kind review. It was a pleasure to have you in my class and allow me to be your Instructor. Thank you very much. Stay safe."

    Submitted on Mon, Aug. 31, 2026

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