Mick Digges
Instructor # 4503855 | Mission MADE Academy, LLC
Certified with the USCCA since 5/24/2026
Certification Renewal Date 5/24/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals
- Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
- Countering the Mass Shooter
- Range Safety Officer
My Biography
Mick holds a degree in Homeland Security and Security Management and has been a firearms safety and target shooting enthusiast for more than 20 years. Passionate about responsible gun ownership, firearm safety, and marksmanship development, he enjoys helping individuals build confidence and competence in a safe, welcoming learning environment. As co-owner of Laser MADE Simulated Range in Virginia Beach, he combines real-world knowledge with innovative simulation technology to provide engaging, practical firearms education for shooters of all experience levels.
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This class introduces children (ages 5-18) to essential firearm accident prevention, safety basics, and situational awareness in a safe, age-appropriate environment. Students will learn the importance of the 4 Rules of Gun Safety for children, what to do if they encounter a firearm, situational awareness, and how to recognize and respond to potentially unsafe situations. The class focuses on building confidence, awareness, responsibility, and respect through hands-on discussion and interactive learning activities. Children will not be handling any real or replica firearms in this class.
At least one Parent must stay on site the entire class. Parent's are free and do not need to register.
This class introduces children (ages 8-18) to the fundamentals of safe and responsible firearm handling and marksmanship in a controlled, beginner-friendly environment. Students will learn proper stance, grip, sight alignment, trigger control, and breath control while developing confidence, discipline, and safe firearm habits. Through guided instruction and interactive training exercises, children will build a strong foundation in shooting fundamentals while emphasizing safety, focus, and responsible decision-making. Children will not be shooting any real or replica firearms in this class. However, they will be handling a training replica.
At least one Parent must stay on site the entire class. Parent's are free and do not need to register, cost is per youth student.
Students must have taken the Family Safety Day class as a prerequisite to this class.
This class gives children (ages 8-18) the opportunity to practice safe firearm handling and shooting skills using advanced simulated training technology in a fun, controlled, and beginner-friendly environment. Students will reinforce firearm safety rules while developing shooting fundamentals, target engagement, focus, coordination, and confidence through interactive drills and age-appropriate simulation exercises. The class emphasizes safety, responsibility, discipline, and positive skill development every step of the way. Children will not be shooting any real firearms in this class. However, they will be handling and shooting laser training replica firearms in this class.
At least one Parent must stay on site the entire class. Parent's are free and do not need to register, cost is per youth student.
Students must have taken the Family Safety Day and the Children's Fundamentals class as a prerequisite to this class.
Virginia Concealed Carry Handgun Certification Course
Whether you're purchasing your first handgun or taking the next step toward carrying responsibly, this course provides the knowledge and training needed to build a strong foundation for safe and lawful concealed carry.
Taught by a USCCA Certified Instructor, this class covers essential firearm safety, Virginia concealed carry laws, conflict avoidance, situational awareness, defensive firearm fundamentals, and the responsibilities that come with carrying a concealed handgun.
Students will also receive hands-on training using our state-of-the-art laser firearms simulator, allowing them to safely practice marksmanship fundamentals, decision-making, and firearm handling in realistic scenarios without the cost, noise, or recoil of live ammunition.
Upon successful completion, students will receive documentation meeting Virginia's handgun competency requirement for a Concealed Handgun Permit, in accordance with applicable Virginia law.
**This class meets the State of Virginia requirements to apply for a Concealed Carry Permit which does not require LIVE FIRE to be permitted. **
Concealed Carry Judgmental Training
Take your concealed carry skills beyond the target!
This instructor-led training session uses our advanced Judgmental Training Software (JTS) to place concealed carry permit holders into realistic, interactive scenarios that require critical thinking and sound decision-making under pressure. Students will encounter situations that may involve potential threats, unknown contacts, and rapidly changing circumstances. The focus is not simply on marksmanship, but on situational awareness, threat assessment, communication, de-escalation, decision-making, and understanding when the appropriate response may be to shoot—or not shoot.
Using safe, laser-based training technology (no live fire), participants gain valuable experience applying their concealed carry knowledge in a controlled environment without the risks and expense of live ammunition.
Prerequisite: Valid Concealed Handgun Permit. (Must present card to instructor before class can begin).
Note: Some of these scenarios can be triggering based on some less than ideal outcomes. Students will be required to sign a waiver before class can begin.
Link to an example of one of the scenarios: https://youtube.com/shorts/fTHGiFuLm3w
Safety first. Decisions matter. Train for the moments you hope never come.
Building a Home Defense Plan Class
A firearm is only one part of protecting your home. This course teaches you how to develop a practical, well-thought-out home defense plan focused on safety, preparation, and decision-making.
Topics include home security considerations, safe room planning, communication with family members, emergency response, defensive mindset, interacting with law enforcement after an incident, and the legal and ethical responsibilities of defending yourself and your loved ones.
Whether you own a firearm or are simply looking to improve your family's emergency preparedness, this course will help you build a personalized plan so you can respond with confidence instead of panic when seconds matter.
Plan ahead. Stay prepared. Protect what matters most.
Concealed Carry Judgmental Training
Take your concealed carry skills beyond the target!
This instructor-led training session uses our advanced Judgmental Training Software (JTS) to place concealed carry permit holders into realistic, interactive scenarios that require critical thinking and sound decision-making under pressure. Students will encounter situations that may involve potential threats, unknown contacts, and rapidly changing circumstances. The focus is not simply on marksmanship, but on situational awareness, threat assessment, communication, de-escalation, decision-making, and understanding when the appropriate response may be to shoot—or not shoot.
Using safe, laser-based training technology (no live fire), participants gain valuable experience applying their concealed carry knowledge in a controlled environment without the risks and expense of live ammunition.
Prerequisite: Valid Concealed Handgun Permit. (Must present card to instructor before class can begin).
Note: Some of these scenarios can be triggering based on some less than ideal outcomes. Students will be required to sign a waiver before class can begin.
Class can have up to four students in them. If there is less than four we will still have the class, but the length of the class may be shortened slightly.
Here is a link to a video demoing one of the scenarios: https://youtube.com/shorts/fTHGiFuLm3w
Safety first. Decisions matter. Train for the moments you hope never come.
Protecting Your House of Worship Class
Every house of worship deserves to be a place where people can gather in peace, confidence, and safety. This course is designed to help church leaders, safety teams, staff, and volunteers strengthen their security preparedness through practical planning and hands-on learning.
Students will learn how to develop an Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) tailored to the unique needs of a house of worship, evaluate their facility's current level of security, identify potential vulnerabilities, and implement practical strategies to enhance safety while maintaining a welcoming environment. The course also includes interactive exercises and scenario-based activities that participants can take back to their own congregation to reinforce training and improve preparedness.
Whether your organization is just beginning to develop a safety ministry or looking to strengthen an existing security program, this course provides actionable tools and practical guidance to help your team prepare for a wide range of emergencies.
Practical Defensive Shooting Practice
Take your defensive shooting skills beyond standing still on the firing line. This hands-on training session uses our advanced simulated laser range to practice realistic defensive shooting techniques in a safe, controlled environment.
Students will work through drills designed to improve movement, positioning, and decision-making, including shooting from cover, pieing (peeking) around corners, moving backward while engaging threats, shooting from kneeling and seated positions, and even engaging targets while lying on your back or other unconventional positions. Training emphasizes proper firearm handling, movement, use of cover, and maintaining accuracy under realistic conditions.
Whether you're a concealed carry permit holder or simply looking to build confidence and defensive shooting proficiency, this class provides valuable practice that is difficult to replicate on a traditional live-fire range.
Prerequisites: Safe firearm handling skills are required. This course is recommended for individuals with prior firearms experience or a concealed carry permit. All training is conducted using realistic laser training firearms in a safe, ammunition-free environment.
Private Range Training Session
Take your training to the next level with a personalized one-on-one private training session at Laser MADE Simulated Range. Using our advanced simulated firearms training system—with no live ammunition—you'll work directly with a certified instructor on the skills that matter most to you.
Whether you're looking to improve your marksmanship, practice drawing, target transitions, movement, defensive shooting techniques, reloads, malfunction drills, low-light decision-making, or simply build confidence with your firearm, each session is tailored to your individual goals and experience level.
Our safe, controlled environment allows you to practice realistic scenarios, receive immediate feedback, and refine your skills without the cost or limitations of live-fire training.
Perfect for:
New firearm owners Concealed carry permit holders Experienced shooters looking to sharpen their skills Competitive shooters Anyone wanting focused, personalized instruction
Train with purpose. Practice with confidence. Improve without firing a single live round.
Designed for current concealed carry permit holders and those who have previously completed concealed carry training, this course provides a practical refresher on legal use of force, concealed carry laws and responsibilities.
We’ll review where you can and cannot carry, interactions with law enforcement, use-of-force considerations, and other important legal topics every responsible permit holder should understand.
This is a refresher course and does not replace a concealed carry certification or permit-qualifying course.


