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Ohio CCW Classes and Instructors
Looking for a CCW class? Need a basic or advanced gun course? Find Ohio CCW instructors or gun classes near you with this county-by-county list. Click on your county below. See our CCW Information Center for tips and resources.
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ADAMS County
Tactical Defense Institute
John Benner -- President
2174 Bethany Ridge
West Union, OH 45693
tdiohio@dragonbbs.com
937-544-7228
www.tdiohio.com
We offer training in handgun, Precision Rifle, Shotgun, Tactical Rifle, Impact Weapons, Ground Fighting - CQPC. Our 186 acre facility in Southern Ohio features multiple pistol ranges, 3 live fire house, a 2 story force-on-force house, A 400 yard rifle range, a vehicle range, a steel range, climate controlled class-room and covered shooting positions.
ALLEN County
John Arthur
Allen County CCW
11470 Spencerville Rd
Spencerville, Oh 45887
jarthur57@vzw.blackberry.net
419-549-7043
www.allencountyccw.com
Small classes available. Also local to Auglaize, Putnam, Van Wert, Hardin, Hancock, and Shelby counties
Jim Barnes
Cole Street Trainers
4071 N. Cole St
Lima, OH 45807-9516
barney44@woh.rr.com
419-222-6531
Berlin Carroll
PDS, LLC
563 Hefner Drive
Lima, OH 45801
berlin.carroll@yahoo.com
419-236-3572
Specializing in small group and/or individual classes with a focus on Practical Defensive Solutions.
Steve Farmer
Insight Firearms Training
P.O. Box 2448
Cridersville, Oh 45806
ccwtraining@wcoil.com
(419) 302-1516
www.ohioccwclasses.com
With Insight you get more than a certificate, you get the confidence and ability to protect yourself!
Daniel Laudick
Northwest Suburban Tactical Training Center
1918 S. Fernwood Lane
McHenry, IL 60051
dan@nwsttc.com
815 790-0810
www.nwsttc.com
Civilian, security, and law enforcement training. We bring the training to you.
Brent Lawrence
Defense Training Academy
2725 Lost Creek Blvd.
Lima, OH 45804
brent@dta-inc.com
419-236-2770
www.dta-inc.com
We offer CCW, Advanced Pistol 1 and 2, and night shoots. please call with any questions or to sign up.
Billy Mac's CCW/PPC
4467 East Road
Elida, OH 45807
wmcdonnell@woh.rr.com
419-604-0956
Cole ST. NRA Instructors
4071 N. Cole Street
Elida, OH 45807
barney44@woh.rr.com
419-222-6531
Basic Pistol plus two 12 hour class with small groups 3-10.
ASHLAND County
Rich & Dans CCW
2241 Street, Route 511
Perreyseville, OH 44864
419-566-4744
Doug Pelton
Doug's CCW classes
Sandusky St
Ashland, Ohio 44805
pelbaum@zoominternet.net
419-282-1485
All classes are set up for small, relaxed groups of your friends. Everyone has fun and will learn from a good instructor. I hope to see you soon. Beginners to old salts, everyone will learn something from my classes. Help me or I can help you set up a class at your convenience and location.
ASHTABULA County
DJS Firearms Training
Dale Sunderlin
P.O. Box 186
Geneva, Ohio 44041-8307
djss@roadrunner.com
440-466-2223
1 Day 12-hour CCW course that qualifies you for both the Ohio and Florida permits.
NRA Basic Pistol Course which fulfills OHIO & Florida CCW requirements.
Indoor training facility and shooting range. Small classes or private groups welcome
Rick Alderman
Ashtabula Rod and Gun Club
Geneva, OH
argcweb@gmail.com
www.argconline.org/section-table/42-ccw/
CCW Classes held several times a year. Check our website for scheduling information
Kenneth Olp
First On Scene
2033 Columbia Lane
Roaming Shores, Oh 44084
ken41568@yahoo.com
440-862-2812
NRA Basic Pistol Course which fulfills OHIO CCW requirements
Col. Norman L. Steele Sr (Ret)
Steele Firearms Training Academy
909 S.Broadway
Geneva, Oh 44041
osteele@roadrunner.com
440 466-0494
Col.Norman L.Steele Sr.(Ret)-NRA Certified Pistol Instructor specializing in Ohio CCW training.
Located just east of Cleveland Ohio. Training NRA Basic Pistol classes,
Our gun educational program will meet all the requirements of the newly passed Concealed carry law. Small classes, one on one training. All classes by appointment only.
EMAIL me at osteele@roadrunner.com
ATHENS County
Kevin Martin
HillTop Gun Club
8156 Salem Road
Athens, Oh 45701
kevinm@frognet.net
1-740-592-6205
www.usabando.org
Full time year around combat training in the shooting arts including CCW, shotgun and home defense. Our trainers are former and current Law Enforcement and Military and we are all NRA Life members. Athens County's only certified gun range..
AUGLAIZE County
We currently have no listings in this county.
BELMONT County
Norman L. Doyle
EASTERN OHIO SHOOTING ACADEMY
64155 Garrett Hill Road
St. Clairsville, OH 43950
nrainstructor3@wmconnect.com
740-676-4155
Keith Phillips
41119 Mt Horeb
Bethesda, OH 43719
mailto:hdflhtcu7@hotmail.com
740-484-1055
NRA Basic Pistol
BROWN County
BUTLER County
Defensive Handgun Training LLC
649 Devonshire Circle
Florence, KY 41042
jkalil1@insightbb.com
859-746-8050
12-hour CCW course that qualifies you for both the Ohio and Florida permits.
Defensive Pistol Institute Of America
PO Box 440951
Middletown, OH 45044
jventers2@cinci.rr.com
513-594-2422
This is a one-day NRA basic pistol class. It is the class the state of Ohio requires you to have in order to get your Concealed Handgun License. You will also receive your Florida non-resident CCW application. I have 19 years of law enforcement experience, former SWAT team member, former VIP team member, former competitive shooter. Take the class from someone who has real world experience, not someone who has just read the book.
Mike Halcomb
Halcomb Firearms Training
1500 Central Avenue
Middletown, OH 45044
mhalcomb2@cinci.rr.com
513-504-6991
NRA Basic Pisotl Class, for Ohio CHL. 1 day class $100
Mike Reed
mike@ohiogunclass.com
513-317-1342
www.ohiogunclass.com
Offering a one day CCW class for only $90. Classes are held Near West Chester Ohio only 30 minutes North of Cincinnati and 30 minutes South of Dayton.
Call 513-317-1342 or visit www.ohiogunclass.com for more details or to register.
Raymond Scott Halcomb
RSH Firearms & Sporting Goods
RSHFIREARMS@cinci.rr.com
513-594-1195
www.RSHFIREARMS.
Tom Synan
Realistic Training LLC
5554 Eureka Dr suite C
Hamilton, Oh 45011
rti13@yahoo.com
513-218-6074
www.rtiohio.com
NRA certified instructor 12 hrs or more for $130 special, classes can be scheduled one day, two or when you are available (classes also in loveland area)
Richard D. Williams
Concealed Carry Training
4906 Basin St
West Chester, OH 45069
rick williams 4906 @gmail.com
513-375-1557
Individual concealed carry training
Alan R. Wise
P.O.Box 234
Middletown,OH 45042
awise1@cinci.rr.com
513 422-6881
By appointment
CARROLL County
We currently have no listings in this county.
CHAMPAIGN County
Tim Bostic
Mechanicsburg Police
18 N. Main St
Mechanicsburg, OH 43044
buckeyeguy142@yahoo.com
937-215-4770
12 hr one day Basic CCW Class and one of the lowest priced in Ohio Course is taught by Law Enforcement with over 25 years of experience, Class Cost is only $65
R.D. Howell
Kiser Lake Sportsmen's Club
10772 Possum Hollow Rd
St. Paris, Oh 43072
rocky3@main-net.com
937-362-2877
CLARK County
James [Butch] Adams
CCW4U2.com
3053 Shrine Rd
Springfield, OH 45502
info@ccw4u2.com
937-215-9617
www.ccw4u2.com
Basic Pistol ClassesDaily. $85 individual $105 for couple.
Bernie Corbin
6483 Brush Hollow Dr.
New Carlisle
bernmar882@woh.rr.com
937-882-6559
12 hour CCW training course.
WOPSFTG
PO Box 3209
Fairborn, OH 45324-4901
rgs@hrga.com
937-878-1467
Concealed carry and advanced concealed carry classes.
Jim Stouffer
LauhornerIndoor Arms and Archery Adventure
309 E. Leffel Lane
Springfield, Oh 45505
jstouffer@woh.rr.com
937-215-3584
www.Lauhorner.com
Ohio 12 hr concealed handgun educational requirements course.
Safety First Personal Protection, LLC.
PO Box 2174
Springfield, OH 45501
safetyfirstccw@woh.rr.com
937-605-3242
Course exceeds requirements needed to apply for both Ohio and Florida CCW permit.
CLERMONT County
Jeremy Curnutte
On Target Concealed Carry
4613 State Route 276
Batavia, Oh 45103
nra_eaglescout@hotmail.com
513-376-1606
www.otconcealedcarry.com
We offer ohio concealed carry classes the first and third saturday of every month. Check out or web site or send us an email with any questions
Steven R. Parrish
4602 Ellsberry Ct.
Batavia, Oh 45103
glocksr4u@yahoo.com
513 943 4407
NRA certified instructor for basic pistol class. Meets CCW requirements. Classes thru out Ohio. By appt. only
Barry Rhoten
Advanced Shooting
6256 Hunterwood Lane
Loveland, Oh 45140
barryrhoten@gmail.com
513-239-7006
www.ADVANCEDSHOOTING.COM
Classes start at $70 for CHL/CCW visit our website for more details!
Fred Romano
An American Lawmen Training Company
1359 SR 131
Milford, OH 45150
anamericanlawmen@yahoo.com
513-237-9423
Our concealed carry class is taught in a relaxed atmosphere by active duty police officers with over 20 years experience, including experience on a multi jurisdictional SWAT team. It fulfills the educational requirements set forth by the State of Ohio needed to obtain a concealed handgun license. We have excellent video along with video clips, Powerpoint and hands on training to make this class both interesting and informative. One day certification classes and evening classes are available. One day classes aret from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The cost of the class is $100 per person or $90 per person for groups of 3 or more. A $25 deposit is requested because of the limited number of seats available per class. For more information or to sign up for class call 513-237-9423 or email me at anamericanlawman@yahoo.com . Our office/classroom is located at 1359 SR 131 Suite 3 Milford Ohio 45150.
Andrew Davis
American Lawmen Training Company
1359 St. Rt. 131 Suite #3
Milford, Oh 45150
americanlawmen@gmail.com
513-578-7960
One Day CCW Certification Saturday's and Sunday's. Active Duty Police/SWAT Officer Instructor.Defensive Handgun and Gun cleaning classes also available.
CLINTON County
Ohio Gun Training
109 West Main Street
Blanchester, OH 45107
dana@ohioguntraining.com
937-783-5425
Professional instructors offering the 12 hour Ohio CHL/CCW course as well as self-defense, martial arts and personal safety courses.
Roger Purvis
NRA Certified CCW Instructor
384 Jesse Dr.
Wilmington, Oh 45177
rogerpurvis@rocketmail.com
937-728-2256
NRA Certified Instructor
Gunn Firearms Training
216 W. Main Street
Blanchester, OH 45107-1134
bill45a2000@yahoo.com
937-625-4228
NRA certified instructors in basic pistol, basic rifle, personal protection in the home, and metallic cartridge reloading. Specializing in training for the beginning shooter.
Mac's Archery
120 Sherman Street
Sabina, OH 45169
mcrik@hotmail.com
937-728-0966
NRA basic pistol.
COLUMBIANA County
Michael Peshel
Columbiana County Fish and Game
15360 Strader Road
East Liverpool, OH 43920
mpeshel@comcast.net
330-853-8122
www.ccfg.us
Enroll soon for next classes. For further information, please contact Mike Peshel
at 330-853-8122.
COSHOCTON County
Tod Windsor
Coshocton Gun Club
18358 SR 83
Coshocton,OH 43812
htwindsor@yahoo.com
740-202-0484
www.coshoctongunclub.com
NRA Basic Pistol for Ohio Concealed Carry. 12 hours. Friday 6p - 10p; Saturday 9a - 5p.
CRAWFORD County
410 Kaler Avenue
bucyrus, OH 44820
katona@aol.com
419-562-7900, EXT. 223
This is the premeir CCW class taught by a OPOTA.
CUYAHOGA County
Accurate Arms & Accessories
6834 Bunker Road
North Royalton, Oh 44133
AAAShooting@aol.com
Len or Dan 440-237-5355
12 hours on a Sunday some food provided
Alantic Gun & Tackle
5425 Northfield Road
Bedford, OH
charter4qnss@sbcglobal.net
216-475-5545
Commence Firearms Training Academy, LLC
PO Box 25438
Cleveland, OH 44125
www.commencefire.com
info@commencefire.com
216-401-1070
Commence Fire is the premier firearms training facility located in the greater Cleveland area. Experience Law Enforcement Officers and NRA Instructors teach with passion and professionalism. We offer numerous courses a month to accommodate your busy schedule. Concealed Handgun License, Basic Marksmanship, Advanced Handgun, Instructional & Retired LEO Re-certification courses available. DISCOUNTS available. Commence Fire is your "One Stop Concealed Carry Shop!" Please call today or checkout our detailed website for additional information.
David Dupont
P.D.T. LLc
3427 East 70th
Cleveland, OH 44105
Z17@roadrunner.com
216-469-9580
OPOTA Instructors Currant LOES
David Fago
Fago & Associates
8311 Salisbury Drive
Parma, OH 44129
dgfohio@yahoo.com
216-387-0588
CCW classes offered in Parma. Flexible schedules. $80 per person.
Greg Kopp
NRA # 13490204
216-503-6027
glockmann@gmail.com
John Farnsworth
Diversified Training Solutions
Cleveland, OH 44144
darkknights@sbcglobal.net
(216)739-9111
CCW training basic and advanced
Joe Fine
CCW Cleveland.com
55OO South Marginal
Cleveland, OH 44105
fine@att.nen
216-323-0059
WWW.CCWCleveland.com
CCW class. A NRA Basic Pistol Class.
J.L. HOLDEN
COWBOY ENTERPRISES, INC
PO BOX 21296
SOUTH EUCLID, OH 44121
MP5K9@AOL.COM
216-956-5287
WE have OPOTA certified firearms instructors with a training simulator to assist in your firearms training
Robert S. Metyk
The Training Doctor
10820 Ronald Drive
Parma, OH 44130
thetrainingdoctor@hotmail.com
440 829-1045
NRA Certified Instructor offering Ohio CCW and advanced pistol classes, call for class schedules.
Len Reinhard
Accurate Arms
6834 Bunker Rd.
N. Royalton, OH 44133
aaashooting@aol.com
440-237-5355
440-237-GUNS (fax)
Monthly 12 hour class held at SCSA in Medina, Ohio. Private classes also. Private indoor
heated shooting range. Lunch served on 12 hour class. 3 certified instructors. New classroom facility. Call shop or email for full class info. Serving Cuyahoaga, Medina, and Lorain counties.
Kim Rodecker
Concealed Carry Courses
6308 Brookpark Rd
Cleveland,Oh 44129
216-749-4416
www.concealedcarrycourses.com
We have a ALL U.S. Marine Corps Staff of patient instructors who will work with you until you pass the class and ALL our classes are kept small and the instruction is 1 ON 1 ONLY when you are on the firing line! We are one of the few companies that do this. No Puppy Mill training here! We will work with you no matter how long it takes. Above AND Beyond the call of duty!
Jim Swartz
2806 Commonwealth Dr
Parma, OH 44134
jswartz14@cox.net
440-884-5394
Please call for the next availible CCW class.
Tenable Training Institute
2423 Payne Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44114
216-426-7347
Luther E Norman
Double Tap Academy
216- 287-5485/990-4020
doubletapacademy.com
We are a team of NRA trained instructors teaching basic pistol, refused to be a victim, and personal protection in the home classes. We also offer basic shotgun and rifle training. Private classes can be held at your home or business to accomodate your schedule. Monthly classes are held at Atlantic Gun and Tackle 5426 Northfield Rd. Bedford, OH 44146 (216) 475-5545 the third weekend of each month.
Double Tap Academy
www.doubletapacademy.com
(216) 287-5485
(216) 990-4020
Ron Lauinger
Integrated Street Combatives
5514 Pine Lane
Solon, OH
Specialists in Close Quarter and Knife Combatives offering courses every Saturday and Sunday in Cleveland and all surrounding areas. We can also come to your club or range to offer instruction in Close Quarter Combatives, Knife Combatives, Fighting Pistol, Fighting Shotgun and Fighting Rifle.
www.LMIInc.com
RonLauinger@LMIInc.com
585-200-4000
Kevin Walsh
CCI
Cleveland, Oh 44109
kevin.walsh@conceal.us.com
216-339-3824
www.conceal.us.com
CCW basic, advanced, and one on one training
DARKE County
Jerry Bortner
3954 US Route 127
Greenville, OH 45331
jlbortner@earthlink.net
937-548-1919
NRA Basic Pistol & Ohio CCW combined
DEFIANCE County
Max Cleaves
HandGun Training,LLC
21761 Paulding County Line Road 10
Defiance, Oh 43512
ccwtraining4u@yahoo.com
419-393-2595
CCW Basic & Advanced Personal Protection Pistol Courses, exceeds Ohio Law requirements. Scheduling your group of 3 or more, Call for Details.
DELAWARE County
Robin Salvo
Black Wing Shooting Center
3722 Marysville Rd
Delaware, OH 43015
training@blackwingsc.com
740.363.7555
www.blackwingsc.com
This course exceeds Ohio's CHL training requirement. The cost includes everything you need to complete the course, including firearms & ammo. Our legal portion is taught by an attorney who is a gun rights advocate. Class size is limited to 18.
Steve Yuszka
Powder Room
2470 State Route 750
Powell, Oh 43065
thepowderroom@netzero.net
614-846-3396
www.powderrm.com
NRA certified instructors teach 12 hour CCW one day class, 8am-8pm
ERIE County
Emery Kimberlin
Sixth Sense Handgun Academy
3708 #A Venice rd
Sandusky, Oh 44870
sixthsensegun@aol.com
419-627-8002
NRA CCW classes and Instructor Training
Alex Pocs
815 E Mason Rd
Avery,OH 44857
alexpocs@yahoo.com
419-706-2216
Scheduling classes for ccw,you must pre-register
NRA Certified Training Counselor and Instructor
1417 Sagamore Street
Sandusky, OH 44870
vicspank@aol.com
419-627-8002
Pistol, personal protection, home firearm saftey, RSO. instructor classes or CCW.
Bushido, Inc.
1514 1/2 Barker Street
Sandusky, OH 44870
419-502-6577
Concealed carry class for Ohio permit holders.
Dennis Schreiner
8403 State Route 99
Sandusky, OH 44870
dwschreiner@thewavz.com
419 271-4601
NRA Basic Pistol Course w/CHL addendum
FAIRFIELD County
Right Defense
Pickerington, OH 43147
RightDefense@insight.rr.com
614-309-4894
One day concealed carry classes, conducted monthly. Meets & exceeds the requirements for Ohio concealed carry! NRA basic pistol, Personal Protection Outside the Home, Personal Protection Inside the Home, advanced CCW classes.
FAYETTE County
Larry Smith
NRA Certified Instructor
3382 Miller Rd.
New Holland, Oh 43145
larrysmith@chlohio.com
740-505-0408
www.chlohio.com
CCW Training. One Day Class 12 Hours
FRANKLIN County
Intrepid Self Defense
Columbus, OH
Stevebfa@yahoo.com
614-418-9418
Chief trainer Steve Loos is a Buckeye Firearms Association Leader and volunteer coordiator, NRA certified instructor, gunsmith, firearms & self defense specialist. We offer affordably priced Basic CCW/self defense/firearms safety training. Class exceeds Ohio Concealed Handgun License training requirements. First time shooters, seniors and ladies welcomed. We also specialize in large groups with discounted rates. If you have a company or organization in need or training we are the trainers for you.
Richard Kendrick
Midstate Defense, LLC
1689 Holt Rd #64
Columbus, Oh 43228
midstatedefense@gmail.com
614-329-0563
www.concealedcarryinohio.com
Comprehensive concealed carry training. Exceeds all requirements for the Ohio concealed handgun license.
Robert S. Maroldy
Ohio CCW Training
OhioCCWtraining@AOL.COM
614-208-6612
NRA certified instructor with 43 years of concealed carry experience in 5 states holds classes in the Franklin County area, for men and women, to obtain an Ohio CHL. Private/family lessons in the home are available.
Mitch Capperes
Buckeye Protection Services
4937 West Broad St
Columbus, OH 43228
buckprotserv@yahoo.com
614-579-3642
www.buckeyeprotection.net
The course is twelve (12) hours long (10 hours classroom and 2 hours on the range) and exceeds requirements needed to apply for a CCW permit in Ohio, and 26 other states. It will build confidence in gun handling and develop the proper attitude.
Belay USA Investigations
4694 Cemetary Rd PMB 308
Hilliard, OH 43026-1124
ddean@BelayUSA.com
614-582-5472
www.BelayUSA.com
Basic CCW Class provides training requirements for State of Ohio CCW Permit
Charles Edwards
Buckeye Concealed Carry
3478 Vienna Ct
Westerville, OH 43081
host@buckeyeconcealedcarry.com
614-989-9612
www.buckeyeconcealedcarry.com
Offering 1 Day, and evening ccw classes
Nipa / Junction City Police Department
3731 Towne Center Boulevard
Columbus, OH 43219
614-905-6451
Real world training. I will teach you to survive.
PRO Training
4444 Indianola Avenue
Columbus, OH 43214
614-263-1601
Ohio CCW/NRA Basic Pistol Marksmanship classes, NRA Instructor classes, many other NRA safety programs. Contact Ron Herman, NRA Training Counselor.
www.centralohioccw.com
Bobby Roig
NRA Instructor
5451 Rockhurst Drive
Canal Winchester, OH 43110
bobby.tattoo@yahoo
614-829-7775
One Day Class - Basic Pistol. Meets requirements for CCW.
CCT-OCO
4770 Indianala, Suite 200
Columbus, OH 43214
614-774-9547
www.cct-oco.com
Charles Smith
6400 Stonebridge St
Columbus, OH 43229
buckeyeguns@yahoo.com
614-948-2053
NRA basic pistol course. $100 plus ammo and range fees.
Roy Toler
Concealed Defense,LLC.
6102 Hazelmere Dr.
Galloway, Oh 43119
rtoler@columbus.rr.com
614-623-2325
www.concealeddefenseonline.com
Ohio Peace Officer Certified Firearms, Defensive Tactics, ASP Tactical Baton,Active Shooter and Response to Terrorist Bombing Instructor
Jason Weaver
In-Service Training Group
5979 E. Ste. 107 Livingston Ave.
Columbus, Oh 43232
dutyishonor@yahoo.com
614-367-0285
The purpose of this class is to teach the student to use a firearm to protect themselves from a violent encounter. The student will learn how to carry the firearm and deploy the firearm to overcome the advantage of the criminal element
AT HOME CCW OHIO
ONE DAY CLASSES, contact Bobby Diaz @ 888 449 0645 - We come to your home, on your time, on your schedule, when it's convenient to you, in total privacy, and taking away the stress of spending the day with a group of strangers in order to obtain your training certificate for the Ohio CCW Permit. We welcome students and All-Women groups. One day class held on Sundays, or week days. Flat fee of $300.00 for the entire group (1-6 people.)For more information or to schedule your date contact us at: info@AtHomeCCWOhio.com or http://www.athomeccwohio.com/ Based in Columbus, Ohio we offer flat rates and travel within the State.
FULTON County
Northwest Self Defense L.L.C.
402 Walnut Street
Archbold, OH 43502
419-572-1526
See website for class descriptions, photos and more.
www.myspace.com/northwestselfdefense
Dr. Amos Patterson
PO Box 326
Metamora, OH 43540
amos45patterson@embarqmail.com
419-644-4690
Individualized instruction for beginning defensive combat shooting
GALLIA County
Jeff Adkins
Tri State K9
968 Evergreen Rd
Fraizersbottom, WV 25082
tristatek9@aol.com
888-201-5444
www.tristatek-9.com
Complete detail on website or call for more info 888-201-5444
Richard Starkey
Harrison Twp.Fire Dept.
Gallipolis,Ohio 45631
starkey@inbox.com
740-256-6514
NRA Certified Instructor,This is the one-day (12 hrs.) NRA basic pistol class. It is the class the state of Ohio requires you to have in order to get your Concealed Handgun License.NRA Certificate awarded same day.Cost $100.
GEAUGA County
Right To Carry, LLC
Mitch Houser
PO Box 719
Chardon, OH 44024
mitch@righttocarryllc.com
216-469-0866
righttocarryllc.com
NRA and Police certified instructors. We offer monthly as well as private classes and will travel to teach groups. Rental handguns are available.
Ohio Personal Protection Training
14914 GAR Hwy
Chardon, OH 44024
john@hkjgunstuff.com
440-279-3714
www.ohioppt.com
Denny V
15038 Woodsong Dr
Middlefield, OH 44062
kinturo3333@yahoo.com
216-870-9773
Relaxed atmosphere, groups, private, women. will travel. Call for info.
Lloyd Rob White
Rob White
PO Box 125
Middlefield, Oh 44062-0125
rcopperbear@aol.com
CCW class is presented in the NRA format.Handgun proficiency classes also subscribe to all NRA tenants & formats. Small class size, range on site. All weather private range, day/night, inside or out. PPC course, all stages available.
GREENE County
Richard W. Martin
Western Ohio Personal Safety/Firearm Training Group
PO Box 3209
Fairborn, OH 45324-9109
ohiogunsafety@yahoo.com
937-878-1467
http://www.handguntactics.com
Volunteer NRA Certified Instructors offer NRA Basic Pistol Shooting/Ohio CCW, NRA Personal Protection In The Home, NRA Personal Protection Outside The Home, Advanced CCW I and II, NRA RTBAV (R), Dayton-Springfield area.
Personal Protection Concepts Ltd.
PO Box 340485
Beavercreek, OH 45434
info@ppctraining.com
937-371-7816
Visit www.ppctraining.com for schedule.
GUERNSEY County
Herb Gerdau
H & M Training
Senecaville, Oh 43780
hgerdau@yahoo.com
740-630-7752
This NRA Basic Pistol Shooting course is held on Fri evenings for 4 hours and Saturdays for 8 hours. This meets the requirements for the Ohio CCW class.
HAMILTON County
Andrew J. Eckles
Science Coordinators International
4020 Landherr Drive
Louisville, KY 40299-4470
mailto:aje3@insightbb.com
502-742-3810
I certify both Instructors and Applicants. Florida CCDW, valid in many other states. I inform my students about the Ohio laws and differences in our KY laws, etc.
Sgt Paul Healey
CCW Concepts, LLC
PO Box 62166
Cincinnati, Oh 45262
ccwconcepts@fuse.net
5136787380
www.ccwconcepts.com
Sgt Paul Healey and Officer Darian Bookman have over 25 years of combined firearms instruction experience. If you're looking for quality carrying concealed weapons instruction at an
affordable price then look no further. Basic Ohio CCW classes are just $125 per person. Call or email for class schedules and additional information
SFCJerry
At Arms Length Service Center LLC
1951 Fallbrook Lane
Cincinnati, Oh 45240
SFCJerry@fuse.net
513-205-7501 12 hour concealed carry class
Charles T. Kelly
5700 Winton Road #116
Cincinnati, OH 45236
privatepolice@hotmail.com
513-541-2964
Concealed handgun license classes.
First Personal Security
6843 Esther Lane
Madeira, OH 45243-3132
crink@buckeyefirearms.org
513-673-9473
We meet and exceed the statutory requirements. Out of state certifications also. Nobody in Cincinatti is more up to date on the laws and politics of concealed carry.
CCW For You
2810 Mount Airy Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45239
ohiorkba@yahoo.com
513-741-0005
This course meets the requirements set forth in the Ohio revised code for CCW training, and goes beyond to CCW law, mindset, methods of concealment, legal and financial considerations, and continuing education resources. Course cost is $95.
Joe Kalil
Defensive Handgun Training LLC
649 Devonshire Circle
Florence, KY 41042
jkalil1@insightbb.com
859-746-8050
www.DefensiveHandgunTraining.com
Get an OH & FL CCW Permit in the same course and
also learn KY CCW law. Course goes well beyond the basics.
Charles T. Kelly
5700 Winton Rd. #116
Cincinnati, Oh 45232-1026
privatepolice@hotmail.com
513-541-2964
12 Hr. Ohio Concealed Handgun License Course instructed by private security professional(retired law enforcement officer. Course includes handgun retention and shot avoidance.
126 S. Lebanon Road
Loveland, OH 45140
ohsheepdog13@yahoo.com
513-312-9897
Paladin Personnel Protection LLC
6273 Lusanne Terrace
Cincinnati, Ohio 45230-2713
info@paladinprotection.net
513-349-4800
Jeffrey W. Pennington
Freedom First Firearms Training
1140 Shangrila Dr.
Cincinnati, Oh 45230
ccwtng@aol.com
513-315-1507
www.freedomfirstconcealedcarry.com
This is a N.R.A. 12 hour Basic Pistol Course. Ohio and Florida applications completed on site including Photographs and notary services. Firearms provided if needed. $100.00 per student. This is EVERYTHING you need to apply for your C.C.W. permit.
Michael P. Spradlin
Fairfield Sportsmen's Association
1475 Foxwood Drive
Cincinnati, Oh 45231-5312
mspradlin@fuse.net
513-729-1827
www.fairfieldsportsmen.com
Classes are once a month and cost is $100 dollars per student, with certified NRA Instructors. We provide one on one instruction during the range portion of the CCW Instruction. Course curriculum is 2-> 3 hour sessions, and 1->8 hour session, for a total of 14 hours. Course has been voted best in South West Ohio!
Woodhill Training Group
7958 Harrison Ave
Cleves, OH 45002
twood1@fuse.net
513-353-3361
www.woodhilltraining.com
Training by retired LEO, cost $100.00, endorsed by law enforcement. Call to register, will exceed your expectations.
HANCOCK County
Freedom Shooting
555 County Road 313
Bluffton, OH 45817
419-358-1555
1020 Fremont Avenue
Findlay, OH 45840
neithndave@aol.com
419-423-4646
NRA basic pistol and CCW.
Dave Price
1020 Fremont Ave
Findlay, OH 45840
Neithndave@aol.com
419-423-4646
CONCEALED CARRY CLASS
Stephen A Smith
2394 Park St.
Findlay, OH 45840
marathonsteve@aol.com
419-348-4301
NRA Basic Pistol Class
HARDIN County
Petes Guns and Ammo
14154 co. rd. 70
Kenton, Oh 43326
wellsfamily1@windstream.net
419-673-2273
Ada Liberty Conservation Club ,Ada, Ohio fee $95.00
Terry Maris
NW Ohio CCW
PO Box 241
Ada, Ohio 45810
nwohioccw@aol.com
419-634-0310
http://www.nwohioccw.com
NRA Certified Pistol Instructors offering 12-hour CCW classes that exceed the Ohio Attorney General's educational standards. Classes are held at Lima Sabres Shooting Association (Lima), Liberty Conservation Club (Ada), and other locations in northwest Ohio. Our mission is "To provide our clients the highest quality firearms instruction and training at an affordable price."
HARRISON County
We currently have no listings in this county.
HENRY County
Don Sayers
NRA Certified Instructor
PO Box 10111
Colton, Ohio 43510
donpsayers@aol.com
419-265-2744
CCW, Basic Pistol, Rifle, Home Firearm Safety, BSA Merit Badge Counselor, Paintball Pistol Scenarios. donpsayers@aol.com Phone 419 265-2744
HIGHLAND County
Mike Banks
Southwest CCW
5610 Newton Road
Lynchburg, Oh 45142
Mike.Banks@prioritydispatch.com
937-205-6704
Basic Pistol, Home Firearm Safety, Personal Protection in the Home. Meets or exceeds all requirements for Ohio CCW
D.Embree
Hillsboro Services
9835 Careytown Rd.
Hillsboro, Ohio 45133
embreed@phreego.com
937-393-5620
NRA Basic Pistol/Revolver, Home firearm safety, First Steps Pistol, Personal Instruction, Women welcome
Jay A. Young
6516 George Ave.
Hillsboro, Oh 45133
jyoung76@cinci.rr.com
937-393-5129
12 hour NRA basic pistol course. fulfills the requirements for Ohio CCW education
HOCKING County
Happy Hollow CCW
19835 Happy Hollow Road
Laurelville,OH 43135
HOLMES County
Woodrow E. Wilson
Personal Combat Institute LLC
10672 State Route 520
Killbuck, OH 44637
kbkwoodu@embarqmail.com
330-276-6422
This is a combat oriented class with drawing from concealed.
HURON County
Don Alberts Jr.
684 T.L. RD 131 West
North Fairfield,OH 44855
419-744-2206, 419-744-4497
Alex Pocs Inc.
42 Spring Street
Norwalk, OH 44857
419-706-2216
Straight Shootin' LLC
29 Benedict Avenue
Norwalk, Oh44857
straightshootin@verizon.net
(419) 663 GUNS (4867)
Ohio CHL, personal protection inside and outside the home
JACKSON County
We currently have no listings in this county.
JEFFERSON County
Powers Defensive Tactics
241 N 4th Street
Toronto, OH 43964
powers307@yahoo.com
740-317-5432
Taught by retired police sniper.
KNOX County
KIT MORGAN
Rick'S Sporting Goods
206 South Main Street
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
RICKSSPORTINGGOODS@BRIGHTCHOICE.NET
740-397-6555
Joel Sexton
Centerburg Conservation Club
Centerburg, OH 43011
Joel614ohio@aol.com
614-519-8945
Exceeds Ohio training requirements for CCW. EVERYTHING provided- lunch, targets, ammo, firearms, range time- everything. Cost is $100, bring one friend or spouse for an additional $75.
LAKE County
Thomas Fleming sr.
10-Ring Training
Perry, Oh 44081
10ringtraining@live.com
440-259-2787
www.10ringtraining.com
NRA basic Pistol and Ohio CCW training
John Knack
ORCO SPORTSMAN ASSOC.
10453 Stuart Dr.
Concord, Oh 44077
ackozz@alltel.net
440-354-5033
NRA Basic Pistol
Rich Rozman
Confident Concealed Carry
P.O. Box 1776
Willoughby, OH 44096
confidentconcealedcarry@gmail.com
888-752-9119
Small and private classes at your location
LAWRENCE County
Collins Career Center
11627 State Route 243
Chesapeake, OH 45619
740-867-6641
Learn the laws, handling and firing of handguns.
Robert A Chaffins
NRA Instructor
1884 County Road 15
South Point, OH 45680
robert.chaffins@yahoo.com
740-377-4682
NRA 12- Hour Basic Pistol Instructor. Meets Ohio CCW requirements. Classes by appointment.
Brian E. Galligan
T.E.C.I.
73 Twp Rd 221
Proctorville, OH 45669
brian.e.galligan@gmail.com
304-751-0667
Small Personal Groups
Women's Only Classes
TODD GILLISPIE
TODDS SPORTING GOODS
116 STATE STREET
PROCTORVILLE, OH 45669
GUNSLINGER1100@VERIZON.NET
740-886-(AMMO)2666
WWW.TODDSGUNSANDARCHERY.COM
12 HR NRA Basic Pistol Course Covers Concealed carry
LICKING County
On The Defense, LLC
Alexandria, OH 43001
LWalker@BuckeyeFirearms.org
614-668-9777
One-day concealed carry classes that exceed Ohio requirements, NRA basic pistol, personal protection outside the home, advanced ccw classes. Instruction from Buckeye Firearms Leader, Linda Walker. Linda is also recipient of the 2009 NRA "Sybil Ludington Women's Freedom Award". This is the highest award given to a woman by the NRA, and only one is given out per year. Learn from those who are actively in the Statehouse defending Ohio's gun rights! Classes monthly.
Class schedule:
Dec 12
Jan 9
Feb 6
Kevin Ferrebee
9642 Wilkins Run Rd
Newark, Oh 43055
kant@windstream.net
740-349-2222
Basic pistol course, and First steps pistol course.
Aaron Kirkingburg
Be Prepared Firearms Training ltd
6051 Jacksontown Rd
Newark, OH 43056
para45acp@roadrunner.com
740 403-5115
One day Basic Pistol (CCW), and Personal Protection in the Home classes. Basic Pistol class meets all requirements for Ohio's CCW license, and includes some mindset/tactical training you will not find in the course outline. Entire class takes place at one location, private outdoor range, indoor classroom...contact me for more details.
Advanced classes available.
Drason Sillin
Security and Investigations Unlimited, LLC
5791 Smith Chapel Rd
Newark, Oh 43055
drason@thesiuteam.com
740-973-0787
www.thesiuteam.com
We offer Basic NRA Pistol courses at $110.00 per person at least twice per month, and an Independent Advanced course for $125.00 - also twice per month. Basic NRA Pistol - Ladies only classes are offered at least once per month. Take our class and enjoy an indoor classroom, a private range, and individual instruction. Space is limited, call today!
Chad Kramer & Jason Taggart
NewarkCCW.com
9975 Summit Rd SE
Newark, OH 43055
info@newarkccw.com
740-527-0123
www.newarkccw.com
Offering multiple classes for Ohio CCW, Firearms Safety in the Home, and more throughout the year. Register online.
Rich Thorne / Eric Curtis
FG Firearms, LLC
3800 Fallsburg Road
Newark, Oh 43055
info@fgfirearms.com
877-345-8956
www.fgfirearms.com
Quality firearms training just 1 mile north of Newark in Licking County. Our instructors are NRA certified. Also certified in other areas such as First Aid and CPR, Ohio Hunters Education and more. We offer monthly Ohio Concealed Carry classes. We have additional offerings throughout the year in pistol, rifle, shotgun, Ohio Hunters Education, the Ohio Passport to fishing, First Aid and CPR. Check our website for more information and course schedules.
LOGAN County
Adam D. Niederkohr
641 S. Madriver St
Bellefontaine, OH 43311
adamn@embarqmail.com
937-592-9627
I Hold CCW class thru out the year.
LORAIN County
Keith Cook
455 11th St.
Elyria, Oh 44035
firearmsafetyinstructor@gmail.com
440-289-7717
Certified NRA instructor. Basic Pistol and Personal Protection In the Home. Small classes and Private instruction available. E-mail for details.
David Francway
Wolf Defense Institute
338 Pasadena Ave
Elyria, OH 44035
Info@WolfDefense.com
440-506-0248
www.WolfDefense.com
Wolf Defense was designed to provide the next step in your concealed carry training. I offer real life scenarios, advanced training, and much more. Don't have your CHL yet? Then sign up for one of my Basic Classes and get more than the basics. I offer classes from basic CHL, advanced pistol, personal protection in the home with shotgun/pistol/carbine, AR15/carbine familiarization, and Refuse To Be A Victim Seminars. Very flexible schedule from weekends, nights, weekdays, 1-3 day classes and ability to travel. Instructor is NRA Certified in several disciplines, current law enforcement for the State of Ohio, and combat veteran. Discounts for NRA members, veterans, groups, and businesses. Check out my website for registration, class schedule, and additional information. Serving Lorain, Erie, Huron, Ashland, Medina, and Cuyahoga counties.
Lorain County CCW
341 Wesley
Elyria, OH 44035
richh56@yahoo.com
440-371-8252
Basic firearms safety and educational classes by NRA certified instructor. Small class sizes.
Ken Mangel
Self Protection
735 Erie St.
Grafton, OH 44044
selfprotection1@yahoo.com
330-715-5266
NRA basic pistol course, and all Ohio Laws regarding concealed carry, including the current updates.
This is a complete class, how to pick out a proper holster, proper firearm,how to survive a deadly encounter.If you do not currently have a firearm, one will be provided at no charge for the class. Class is $125.00, discounts may apply. Instructors are NRA certified instructor, honorably discharged USAF Military Police, trained at TDI (Tactical Defense Institute), attended RACS (Realistic Advance Combat Seminar), and current local Ohio Law Enforcement. These instructors believe in concealed carry and want you and your family safe. Serving Lorain and Medina County
Teddy Reed
K.L.A Firearms Tactical Academy
KLA1901@HOTMAIL.COM
440-453-5185
http://klaoh.web.officelive.com/default.aspx
We only offer the best quality training. Classes are small and personal and are offered in English and Spanish. We also offer the Florida NON Resident concealed carry, NRA First Steps Pistol, NRA Home Firearm Safety, and NRA Personal Protection in the home. Our lead trainer is a Military veteran with a story of survival that must be heard! He has LEO experience and special ops security training. Upon completion you will receive the required credentials and State applications will be on hand. NRA Certificate of completion and much more! A great attitude! Willingness to learn and courtesy to other students is a requirement. Check our website for details.
Tim Shaffer
Defensive Line CCW, LLC
PO Box 243
Amherst, OH 44001
tim@defensivelineccw.com
440-986-5720
NRA Certified Instructor for Concealed Carry. Basic Pistol / Basic Personal Protection in the Home / Home Firearm Safety. Don't wait until it's too late. Call and reserve your spot in the next class in Medina, Lorain, Huron, Ashland, and Erie counties.
LUCAS County
>strong>Andre Alexander
Alexander's Defensive Shooting
329 N. Superior
Toledo, OH 43604
seekertol@yahoo.com
419-309-8765
CCW, Advanced CCW, Shotgun and Tactical Rifle Classes
Wayne Blank
BSA inc.
14389 Canterbury Lane
Monroe , Mi. 48161
blankws3@att.net
734-241-9131
mcsami.org
NRA certified in all disciplines
Also advanced defensive shooting classes
Brian James Bodi
Northwest Firearms Academy
2611 Benedict
Toledo, Ohio 43605
jillbodi@att.net
419-367-1262
This academy travels to teach in different locations.
Michael Cornell
Owens Community College Center for Emergency Preparedness
PO Box 10000
Toledo, OH 43699
cep@owens.edu
567-661-2689
www.owens.edu/cep
Train with the best! CCW Permit Course that exceeds Ohio Requirements. Very reasonable rates
Cousino's Firearms
Toledo
scott@cousinos-firearms.com
419-704-8182
$100 per student, all materials included including pistol and ammo. Dates/times based on each individual class.
Michigan-Ohio CPL Training
5226 Summer Dr.
Sylvania,OH 43560
419-350-8577
Larry Smith
7738 Jeffs Rd
Ottawa Lake
MI, 49267
larry@hocainc.com
419-481-4147
Ohio and Michigan Concealed Pistol License
Tom Urbanski
SKI's Firearms Training
1746 Glenross Blvd
Oregon, OH 43616
tom@urbanski.com
419-509-5769
www.skisguns.com
One day small classes. 5 students max. Coffee, rolls, soda, water and lunch provided. Use our guns and ammo to qualify at no additional charge. $120 per person.
MADISON County
Big Darby Creek Shooting Range
875 Middlepike Road
West Jefferson, OH
rcordial1@aol.com
614-736-0840
CCW classes.
MAHONING County
Tactical Priority
3955 Newton Falls Road
Diamond, OH 44412
tacticalpriority@aol.com
330-360-2499
All NRA classes and instructors classes.
Kaleda Firearms Instruction
8920 Shaffer Road
North Jackson, OH 44451
rkaleda@ameritech.net
330-270-9416
Offering both NRA basic pistol / Ohio CHL classes to fulfill the requirements to obtain a license as well as NRA personal protection outside the home for those interested in more advanced training beyond the minimum requirements.
MARION County
Rods, Guns & More, LLC
Rod Cooper
1993 Harding Highway East
Marion, OH 43302
rodsguns@yahoo.com
740-382-4998
Wayne Strunk
Self Defense Training
Big Island Township
Marion, OH 43302
ohioselfdefense@yahoo.com
614-537-2262
Currently we are running the 12 hour NRA Pistol/Ohio CCW class on weekends. Cost is $75.00 plus student needs to furnish 150 rounds of ammunition. NRA certified instructor and former law enforcement officer. Call for more info and class dates. We also offer Unarmed Self Defense,
Force on Force and Advanced Training.
MEDINA County
Ken Mangel
Self Protection 1
selfprotection1@yahoo.com
330-715-5266
This is a premiere class with only top notch highly trained and experienced instructors. This class is a one day event from 7:00 to 7:30pm We take a 10 minute break every hour, 30 minutes for lunch.The course covers all Ohio laws as covered in the Attorney Generals CHL handbook. If you have physical concerns that may keep you from class, please call so we can accommodate your situation. We provide you with the application for the Sheriff’s office, and have a photo service that takes the required photo. For Class is limited to 25 students. Please call 330 715 5266 or e-mail selfprotection1@yahoo.com for complete information.
Mark S. Walton
Walton & Associates Inc. - Firearms Training Division
2875 Medina Rd. (Rodeway Inn Conference Facility)
Medina, OH 44256
pwalton@neo.rr.com
330-334-0509
www.carryingsafe.com
Course meets all Ohio CCW requirements. Taught by 4
NRA Cert. Instructors. $75.00 tuition covers all course fees,
materials, ammunition, range fees, and use of our guns. Call Pam at
330-334-0509 or email pwalton@neo.rr.com
MEIGS County
Jeff Adkins
Tri State K9
968 Evergreen Rd
Fraizersbottom, WV 25082
tristatek9@aol.com
888-201-5444
www.tristatek-9.com
Complete detail on website or call for more info 888-201-5444
MERCER County
Mike Bailey
Big Bucks Firearms and Sporting Goods
2484 St. Rt. 127
St. Henry, Oh45883
Support@niekamp.com
419-925-5208
www.niekamp.com
Visit our website for the dates of our classes.
MIAMI County
David C. Long
LongMeadows Shooting School
4910 State Route 201
Tipp City, OH 45371
dcl@hughes.net
937-667-2799
1 day/12hr. class or schedule your group at your times
MIKES GUN SALES
8330 W COVINGTON GETTYSBURG RD
COVINGTON, OH 45318
MIKESGUNSALES@AOL.COM
937-473-3584
NRA INSTRUCTOR, ( CCW CLASSES, 85.00
CATM Combat Arms Training
2566 Brookview Road
Troy, OH 45373
rsherman2@woh.rr.com
937-510-1259
Two classes monthly. One-day class held at Preble fairgrounds Raton, Ohio. The two-day class held at Gander Mountain Store in Huber Heights, Ohio we have multiple instructors with 30 years experience in military & law enforcement.
Craig Synan
Rapid Fire
1285 Archer Dr.
Troy, OH 45373
Rapidfirecraig@yahoo.com
(937)332-0833 ext. 2
www.ohiorapidfire.com
Rapid Fire works around your schedule for the CCW class. Contact us for more information!
MONROE County
Charles Edwards
Edwards' Instruction
36190 Co. Rd. 2 E
Woodsfield, OH 43793
740-472-0603
NRA Basic Pistol
MONTGOMERY County
Mark Avery
SimTrainer Range and Training Center
2031 Dryden Road
Dayton, OH 45439
mavery@sim-trainer.com
937-293-3914
http://www.sim-trainer.com/civilian.shtml
Satisfaction guaranteed! Legal section is taught by an active prosecuting attorney--if you have questions you don't have to go find and pay a lawyer - just ask ours! Classes alternate between weeknights Mon-Thu, 5:30-9:30 PM and Weekends Sat-Sun, 9AM-5PM. Special classes can also be arranged on your schedule if you have a group of at least eight students. If the legal section of your CCW class was not taught by a lawyer, bring your CHL and take only our legal portion for $49.
Jeff Coleman
Ohio Firearm Trainers
6700 Derby Rd
Dayton, Oh 45418
jrcoleman@woh.rr.com
937-545-9129
www.ohiofirearmtrainer.com
Ohio Concealed Carry Course: $100. See Website for course dates!
ED DANIELEWICZ
VANDALIA RANGE & ARMORY
100 CORPORATE CENTER DRIVE
VANDALIA,OH 453477
info@vra-ohio.com
937-387-0485
www.vra-ohio.com
We offer First Steps, CCW, and Advance Technique at our facility with an indoor firing range
2nd Generation Instruction
1744 Brownell Rd.
Dayton, OH 45403
kimbrell@fuse.net
937-253-3479
CCW Certification From A 2nd Generation NRA Instructor.
Jeff Hamilton
HES
6869 Germantown Pike
Miamisburg, OH 45342
jeff.hamilton@hamiltonengineeringservices.com
937-371-2540
CCW Training $75-$100 - NRA Instuctor
Tim Johnson
Ohio Shooting Instruction
Germantown, OH
hogandchopper@verizon.net
937-371-4142
One day class taught at the Germantown Police Station by Tim Johnson, professional educator, currently Middle School Principal. E-mail me for a course flier, dates of classes, and registration form.
Duane Kemper
KEMPER OHIO CCW
9740 Springwater Lane
Miamisburg, Oh 45342
KEMPEROHIOCCW@AOL.COM
(937) 475-5157
WWW.KEMPEROHIOCCW.COM
Basic Pistol / Ohio CCW. 12 HOURS (10 hours classroom, 2 hours live fire, indoor range
Lessons Learned
5818 Wilmington # 104
Centerville,Oh 45459
ohiosafegun@gmail.com
937-673-6085 After 3 pm
Carry Concealed Weapons Class (CCW) Max of 15 Students per class.
Instructors are off duty police officer and NRA Instructor Class is broken into 2 five hour class days plus range Female students are welcomed. There is one female Instructor. No boot camp mentality going on in class. email name and phone # for details.
25 Dollar non refundable registration fee required
Doug Miller
J&D Training Solutions
New Lebanon, Oh 45345
937-694-8788
CCW Classes, Call for more info.
CHF. Instr. George Nassmacher
MADDUCK
6700 Derby Rd.
Dayton, OH 45342
nassmacher1@netzero.com
937) 247-9413
www.ohiofirearmtrainer.com
Take a class from Current up to date Instructors who have taught Law Enforcement, Military, And Federal Agents the art of Conceal Carry! Rated Distinguished Experts in Pistol, we can teach you all areas of firearms, including shotgun and rifle. The advanced classes we offer have been featured in S.W.A.T. magazine. We are National Association Firearm Instructors, IALEFI (International Association Law Enforcement Firearm Instructors), NRA, and members of the United States Conceal Carry Association members. We keep the student ratio very small to give you one on one training. You already have your CCW and feel your training was lacking Call us for a free refresher.
Vince Renda
Family Tactical Training
Dayton, OH 45420
vince@familytacticaltraining.com
937-781-9109
www.familytacticaltraining.com
Ohio CCW Course, Ohio CCW recertification, and other NRA courses. Please check website for more information.
Ray Ross
Gander Mtn. Store
8001 Old Troy Pike
Huber Heights, Oh 45424
dragnet55@woh.rr.com
937-689-6518
Classes held twice a month: Gander Mountain, Huber Heights OH & Preble County Fairgrounds, and Eaton Ohio. Class fees $90. Special groups are given discounts. We have one or two day classes. Retired Federal Agent and NRA Certified. Also worldwide Competition Instructor and have trained over 40,000 students over the past 45 years, am most experience & teaching firearms longer than any Instructor in the area. Call day or night to sign up or for brochure.
Renott Training & Supplies
7237 Serpentine Drive
Dayton, OH 45424
renott@aol.com
937-236-7234
NRA basic pistol along with other training.
2612 Needmore Road
Dayton, OH 45414
gun_trainer@sbcglobal.net
937-279-6425
New Carlisle Sportsman's Club
1909 Burroughs Dr.
Dayton, OH 45406-4419
mr1993@woh.rr.com
937-673-3215
www.ncsportsmansclub.com/home.htm
8 instructors, call for class times and info.
Mid-West Technical Schools, Inc.
PO Box 24806
Huber Heights, OH 45424
937-236-2122
Guy Walters
C -TAC
guywalters@c-tac.us
937-671-9677
www.c-tac.us
Ohio Concealed Carry Course
Sanford Whitlow
Personal Defense Inc. LLC
P.O. Box 4356
Dayton, OH 45401
PDI.advancedtraining@yahoo.com
937-304-9217
P.D.I. Offers Private Concealed Carry Weapons classes, designed to give the student enhanced training. P.D.I.has 3 Advanced Fireams courses that will enhance your shooting skills and teach you how to defend yourself in a combative situation. We also offer Private Rape Prevention and Un-Armed Escape Tactics Classes and Childrens Home Firearms Safety course.
Greg Wight
Valley View Firearms Training
1800 Farmersville W Alex Rd.
Farmersville, OH 45325
gwight8@gmail.com
937-313-6503
12 hour Ohio CCW, Ohio re-qualification, Personal Protection
MORGAN County
We currently have no listings in this county.
MORROW County
David A. Baker
Bake's Best Shot
9028 St. Rt. 314
Lexington, Oh 44904
Davidubee1@aol.com
419-884-3143, $125.00 per person indoor pistol range
MUSKINGUM County
Dan Sorensen
475 Walnut Hills Drive
Zanesville, OH 43701
740-452-5363
OPOTA Certified, get the tactical training that police use
NOBLE County
We currently have no listings in this county.
OTTAWA County
Dead Aim
323 Harrison Street
Port Clinton, OH 43452
creativecustomwoodworking@adelphia.net
419-734-0863
Terrence Rudes
Attorney -NRA Training Counselor
216 Adams St.
Port Clinton, OH 43452
trudes@cros.net
419 732-3000
Attorney/NRA Instructor Training Counselor. NRA Personal Protection Course meets Ohio and Florida Training Requirements. This course emphasizes the laws regarding firearms not provide in the Basic Pistol Course. All level of shooters accommodated. Course taught over two days to fully cover material.
PAULDING County
Scotland Arms
104 Oswalt Street
Antwerp, OH 45813
mmcd@policeone.com
419-258-1379
PERRY County
We currently have no listings in this county.
PICKAWAY County
We currently have no listings in this county.
PIKE County
Charlie Reader
Williams Gun Shop
1292 Strickland Road
Waverly, Oh 45690
csreader@earthlink.net
(740) 493-2172
OPOTC certified instructor's Charlie Reader and Dave Adkins. Guest Speaker, Pike County Prosecutor Rob Junk.
PORTAGE County
Desperado Gunworks
smokinj38@adelphia.net
330-274-3553
Greg Kopp
NRA # 13490204
216-503-6027
glockmann@gmail.com
Robert Campbell
Targething Pro Shop
12006 Fenstermaker Road
Garrettsville, OH 44231
targething@windstream.net
440-548-2442
www.targething.com
Targething offers an intermediate level course featuring defensive shooting techniques. Our instructors are always glad to answer questions, feel free to call.
PREBLE County
Roy Cardone
Roy's Place
P.O Box 692
Lewisburg, OH 45338-9530
roy@roysplace.us
937-572-0327
www.roysplace.us
We Specialize in Training for Beginners and Seniors. If you have thought you would like to get your Ohio Concealed Handgun License but have little or no experience we can help.
Mad Duck Training
Somerville W. Elkton Road
West Elkton, OH 45070
john.farquhar@verizon.net
937-787-4414
Concealed carry, personal protection, instructor training.
CCW Training
111 W. Main Street, PO Box 132
Eaton, OH 45320
dragnet55@woh.rr.com
937-689-6518
Classes held twice a month. Gander Mountain, Huber Heights OH & Preble County fairgrounds, Eaton Ohio. Class fees $90. We have one or two day classes. NRA certified, retired federal agent,also worldwide competition instructor. Have trained over 35,000 students. Call day or night to sign up or for brochure.
Raymond Ross
722 S. Franklin St. (Fairgrounds)
Eaton, OH 45320
dragnet55@woh.rr.com
937-689-6518
CCW TRAINING, One day course, 8:00am at the Preble county Fairgrounds. $90 per person, Florida & Ohio included, carry in 36 States. Pay on day of class (not in Advance) Call Ray for further details (937) 689-6518 cell.
Peter Stan
IPFT
5708 Lewisburg Ozias Rd.
Lewisburg, OH 45338
pete.stan@hughes.net
937-416-5531
www.ipft.izzitso.com
Personal Practical Firearms Training, singles or groups
PUTNAM County
Sheriff's Office
13458 Street, Route 694
Ottawa, OH 45875
siefkerb@sheriffoff.com
419-538-6272
Ohio CCW classes.
RICHLAND County
Stephen G Anderson
Ohio Concealed Carry Training Center
2674 Stiving Road
Mansfield, Ohio 44903
OCCTC@aol.com
866-466-1717
We teach at the Gander Mountain Stores in Franklin Co. 1st weekend at Hilliard and the 2nd week at Reynoldsburg. We'll see you there.
Guy Mack
Abschuss Concealed Carry
Mansfield, Oh 44903
protection@neo.rr.com
419-756-8522
NRA approved courses. Basic Pistol for CCW, Personal Protection in the Home, Firearm Safety
Contact us for more info.
Jeff S Marx
5752 SR 96 W
Shelby, OH 44875
jeffsmarx@yahoo.com
419-566-9533
NRA Certified Basic Pistol and Home Firearm Safety to gain CCW Permit
Dave Vanderpool
Shelby, OH 44875
jdvanpools@aol.com
419-571-1291
Teach NRA Basic Pistol,RTBAV, Home Firearm Safety
ROSS County
We currently have no listings in this county.
SANDUSKY County
Joy and Faith Esther Ferkel
faithesther@gmail.com
Cell:419-765-0284 Offering Basic Pistol, Ohio CCW, Personal Protection in the Home, Home firearm safety, and Refuse to be a Victem classes. Offer ladies-only classes as well as co-ed classes and specialize in making beginners feel compfortable. $100 fee includes lunch, all materials, and range time. Handguns available for use (ammo cost $15-$20)
SCIOTO County
Matthew Muzik
Renzik Arms LLC
318 S Park Ave
Fremont, OH 43420
m_muzik@hotmail.com
419-603-0515
www.renzikarms.com
We offer ccw classes and we also offer gunsmith services please call to make an appointment
Ralph and Rebecca Scott
Lock Stock & Barrel Gun Shop
3838 Rhodes Ave
Portsmouth (New Boston),OH 45662
LockStockBarrel1919@verizon.net
740-456-6700
www.GunsUSA.Biz
Our NRA certified Training Counselors and Instructors have conducted Ohio CHL courses for five continuous years on a weekly basis. We have trained in excess of 1200 persons who have gone on to obtain their Ohio Concealed Carry License. Classes are one day. Firearms are available for those who don't own one. Classes are kept to a maximum of 10. We specialize in safety and competency. Please call for a class date or find us on the web.
SENECA County
Scott A. Hofacker
S&S Firearms Training
3188 Stuart Rd.
Fostoria, OH 44830
Email: SSFirearmsTraining@gmail.com
Phone: 419-619-7439
Website:www.S-SFirearmsTraining.com
This NRA course meets and exceeds The State of Ohio requirements to
obtain your Ohio Concealed Carry License. Course is taught by two
instructors with retired law enforcement and military backgrounds.
Course is taught in a professional classroom environment and features
a private range facility. Class fee is $120 per person or we offer a
discount rate of $95 per person for any 2 or more that register and
take the class together. A $25 deposit is required to reserve your
seat. Our class also includes lunch and refreshments. See website for
hotel discount and promo code.
*S&S Firearms Training Instructors are Certified in various areas of
firearms and tactics and are fully insured.*
Steve Frasure
SJFDEFENDERS
Tiffin, Oh 44883
frasure_steve@yahoo.com
567-201-4464
Basic Pistol & Personal Protection in the home. Call now for available dates to qualify for your Ohio CCW.
Dean Henry
Covenant Holdings, LLC
315 West Woodmere Drive
Tiffin, OH 44883
deanhenry@bright.net
419-448-4575
Chief Trainer is an Ohio attorney, NRA Certified Instructor and experienced shooter. Classes are small in size and allow for one-on-one range instruction. I work very well with first time/inexperienced shooters. Range and live-fire exercises are conducted indoors, allowing for practice in low-light conditions. This one-day, 12 hour class exceeds Ohio Concealed Handgun License training requirements. Preregistration is required.
SHELBY County
Jerry Brock/Dean Sharp/Roy Morrison
Safe Handgun, LLC
4361 Dawson Road
Houston, OH 45333
safehandgun@gmail.com
937-498-9662
2 day Ohio Concealed Carry Course. Classroom and range on premises. Three NRA certified instructors. Call for class dates and times or email us.
STARK County
Casey Evans
EGA Safety & Security
Canton, OH 44711
caseycntn@aol.com
330-754-5114
www.egasafetyandsecurity.com
NRA Basic Pistol Course, meets OH CCW requirements.
Frank Karl
Greenport Tactical Association
5169 Greenport Ave SE
Canton, OH 44707
bhpgirl@yahoo.com
330-773-8330
Exceeds state requirements
Ken Loftis
Kens Concealed Carry Class
2365 Haut St SW
E.Sparta ,OH 44626
lazbuffalo@hughes.net
330 484 0045
Kens Concealed Carry Class
Class available for weekends call for details
Carl A. Moore, III
ALLIANCE MARITIME & SAFETY
Alliance, OH 44601
captcam3@yahoo.com
330-823-1024
www.alliancemaritimeandsafety.com
Concealed Carry Courses, NRA Basic to Instructor Training, Advanced Training Programs available
Buckeye Training Academy
2215 6th Street SW
Canton, OH 44706
330-456-2671
12-hour CCW classes held in our indoor facility.
Matthew Fonte
Crystal Park Hardware
1241 Harrisburg Rd NE
Canton, Oh 44705
matthew.fonte@yahoo.com
330-453-7624
www.crystalpark.doitbest.com
We are now offering the NRA Basic Pistol/12 hour Ohio CCW classes through Crystal Park Hardware & Firearms. Firearm rental available. Please call Matt or Sarah for available dates and times and for registration information at 330-412-3224.
Wohlwends Bird Farm
10905 Lawndell Rd. SW
Navarre, OH 44662
birdguy@173rdairborne.com
330-767-3597
OHCONCEALEDCARRY.COM
Novices welcome
SUMMIT County
Dan Clevenger
D&D FIREAMS INSTRUCTORS
3101 SNOWGOOSE LANE
Akron, OH 44319
DCLEVENGER@NEO.RR.COM
330-715-5993
www.CCWFIRINGRANGE.COM
I teach ccw classes and advance firearms classes .
David Conner,Lynn Freshly
Defensive Training Concepts
PO Box 144
Barberton, Oh 44203
330-352-2929
Professional training by experienced law enforcement and former military instructors in Ohio's CCW requirements.
Ohio Gunsight
Bryon Little/Rick Stein
Ohio Gunsight
632 Canton Road (Rt 91)
Akron, OH 44312
esotericwarrior@aol.com
330-784-3422
www.concealedcarryohio.com
NRA certified instructors with over 30 years experience. This is a 12 hour course toward applying for your Ohio Concealed Carry permit. Lunch is provided by us, class includes 2 hours shooting range time. Please see our website concealedcarryohio.com for details.
D&D Firearms Instructors LLC
3101 Snowgoose Lane
Akron, OH 44319
dclevenger@neo.rr.com
330-715-5993
CCW classes at Pro Gun in Cuyahoga Falls, OH.
DAVID IVEY
FREEDOM FIREARMS TRAINING CENTER
CCW CLASS $75.00
CALL 330-784-9992
Sgt Glen H Workman Jr
Workman Firearms Training & Safety Classes
614 W Tuscarawas Ave
Barberton, Oh 44203
info@workmanfirearms.com
330-703-5131
www.workmanfirearms.com
NRA Certified U.S. Marine Corps Instructors. CCW classes to fit your schedule
Pastor Rick
Reach Out Center for Youth and Family Firearms Training Center
PO Box 7581
Akron, Oh 44306
BeSafe@NRACertified.com
(330) 548-2092
www.NRACertified.com
Licensed and NRA Certified Instructors. We focus on PROPER Training, Safety and Education. You won't find a better class. If you are new to firearms we are here to prepare you, not scare you. We teach many disciplines and offer the OHIO CCW course. Group and Private classes are available and we Travel all over Ohio to meet special and/or specific needs. Call us TODAY! (330) 548-2092
TRUMBULL County
Michael P. Fuchilla
CCW Service
7400 Highland Ave. SW
Warren, OH 44481
shadowkitcorp@aol.com
330-540-9985
http://www.ohioccwtraining.org/schedule_info.html?schedule_id=2412
One day classes to accommodate busy schedules & allow for family time! One day class fee includes class materials, a small lunch AND range fees! Call us or visit our website for more information.
Pam Karousis
NRA Training
3010 State Rt. 5
Cortland, OH 44410
Pamsnails@aol.com
330-638-6245 or 330-720-1110
Concealed Carry Classes are offered on Saturdays. Other days are available for groups of 4 or more students. Please contact me for more information on the classes.
Joshua Petrusko
Concealed Carry Professionals
Youngstown, Oh 44425
Joshccw@aol.com
330-207-2454
Classes are Held weekly. $85.00 per person
Gary E. Rotuna
Gary's Guns
681 Bedford Rd. SE
Brookfield, OH 44403
gunrunner1209@aol.com
330-448-4219
Small personal class offering one on one instuction. 2 experienced instructors. (Male & Female)
Thomas Welch
Adirondack Firearms & Training
2643 Blair Dr NE
Warren, OH 44483
Adirondackft@aol.com
330-766-5540
www.AFThome.com
$100 CCW Class offered Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday 8-8 every week. Class can be taken in 1 day or 2,3,4 days. $10 Cash & $40 Veteran Discounts Available. We accept Cash, Check or Credit Card. WE NOW SELL FIREARMS! If you need a different day please call or e-mail. For more information please visit our website
TUSCARAWAS County
George Keffer
George's Gun Gallery
135 2nd St. S.E.
New Philadelphia, OH 44663
marilynsew@verivon.net
330-339-1210
Do the class all in one day. Material, guns &ammo & meals inc.
Kimberly Hobart
Hobart's CCW Training, llc
132 4th Street SE
New Philadephia, OH 44663
hobartsccw@yahoo.com
330-206-5802
Comprehensive 12-hour course with NRA certified instructors.
Janice M. Norton
340 N Bodmer ave.
Strasburg, OH 44680
janicemnorton@verizon.net
330-495-1321
Female instructor encouraging women to carry
Robert Tingler
Ting's
4792 New Cumberland RD.
Mineral City, OH 44656
tingler55@RoadRunner.com
330-343-3806
UNION County
We currently have no listings in this county.
VAN WERT County
We currently have no listings in this county.
VINTON County
We currently have no listings in this county.
WARREN County
Advanced Shooting
Warren City, OH 45040
info@advancedshooting.com
513-549-4045
Provides Ohio concealed carry training.
www.CincinnatiCCW.com
Gary L. Barnard
American Freedom
4655 Pennyroyal Road
Franklin, Ohio 45005
gbarnard11@yahoo.com
937-776-2776
NRA Basic Pistol class.
Ralph Campbell
ccw classes
2352 Stubbsmill rd
Lebanon,Ohio 45036
rcjc73@roadrunner.com
513-509-3659
Classes are Sat.8-4 and Sun. to be determined,
usually 1-5. Breakfast and lunch on Sat.
Tom Choate
255 Millard Drive
Franklin, Oh 45005
grimesy62@earthlink.net
(937) 830-6217
NRA Basic Pistol Class (Expanded) 12 hours including 2hour of live range fire.
Montana Armory Training
Mason, OH 45040
jacklevy@fuse.net
513-519-9363
Basic pistol for Ohio or Florida CCW, rifle , shotgun, personal protection in the home. NRA certified instructor.
Family Safety Services Ltd.
317 Melanie Drive
Franklin, OH 45005
fss@familysafetyservices.com
513-267-6088
Ohio CHL CLASSES, Refuse To Be A Victim and home/business safety.
www.familysafetyservices.com
Little Miami Tactical
308 W. Pike Street
MORROW OH 45152
mreising@fuse.net
Mark Reising
Little Miami Tactical LLC
308 W. Pike St
Morrow, OH 45152
mreising@littlemiamitactical.com
513-899-4157
www.LittleMiamiTactical.com
NRA Basic Pistol/OH CCW and all other NRA Courses and Instructor Training
513-378-9787
1-day Ohio CCW classes. NRA pistol, rifle, shotgun.
www.LittleMiamiTactical.com
WASHINGTON County
Bill Carroll
Rose Range and Gun Club
845 Collinc Rd.
Little Hocking, OH 45742
bill@wtcarroll.com
304-295-2309
The Basic Pistol class meets all requirements for Ohio, West Virginia, and other states' CCW license, and includes applications, state informational booklets, reciprocity maps, and numerous additional materials. The course is based on the NRA Basic Pistol course and the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission model concealed carry training. No experience needed. Training for Beginners, Seniors and Physically Challenged. Advanced, Marksmanship and Private instruction available. Classes can be held at your home or business to accommodate your schedule.
J. Michael Shafer
Shafer Enterpises, LLC
P.O. Box 23
Whipple, OH 45788-0023
TheologicalOne@aol.com
(740) 624-5070
NRA 10 hour pistol instruction with addition 2 hours of live fire exercises as required by the state of Ohio. I provide group and one-on-one courses to help individuals acquire the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to handle handguns safely.
WAYNE County
Robert Clason
Falcon Inv. Services, Ltd.
1651 Beall Avenue
Wooster, OH 44691-2347
pifalcon2@yahoo.com
330-263-1240
www.falconinvestigativeservices.com
Classes now forming
David Zech
3136 W.Old Lincoln Way
Wooster, OH 44691
Zecpull@sssnet.com
I am a Part time instructor I do about 5 classes a year..
WILLIAMS County
William Danielson
WKDAN LLC
10426 State Route 576
Montpelier, OH 43543
twoguns31@hotmail.com
419-485-5239
Ohio CCW course taught by a 21-year Ohio certified instructor.
CCW Class
Stryker, OH 43557
rlsisco@bright.net
419-439-3295
Complete class done indoors in one-day, 12-hour class.
WOOD County
Michael Cornell
Owens Community College Center for Emergency Preparedness
30150 Tracy Road
Walbridge, OH 43465
cep@owens.edu
567-661-2689
www.owens.edu/cep
Train with the experts. Our All Hazards Training Center will provide classroom and hands on range time that will exceed the minimum requirements for the CCW permit process. Contact us today
Firearm Education & Training
10139 Sugar Ridge Road
Bowling Green, OH 43402
wjbarber@amplex.net
419-351-6703
NRA training counselor.
Jack Mattox
MATTOX'S FIREARM SCHOOL OF INSTRUCTION LLC
3322 Douglas Rd.
Bradner Oh 43406
madox2u@aol.com
419-350-7036
www.mattoxsfirearmschool.com
NRA Certified Personal Protection, CCW and Hunter Safety
Chris Simonds
Professional Firearms Instruction
18712 N Dixie
Bowling Green, OH 43402
professionalfirearms@ambt.net
419-409-3222
1 or 2 day classes at my office or at a location of your choice for large groups. $75 for classes from 1-10 persons, $65 for groups of 11 or more. We now have indoor and outdoor shooting ranges for students so weather is never a factor. Call for details
Jeff Stearns
Stearns Guns & Firearms Training
1747 Brandeberry Rd.
Fostoria, Oh 44830- 9719
jstearns@stearnsguns.com
419-435-5157
www.stearnsguns.com
NRA Certified. Excellent classroom and private range. Flexible schedule. Call for group rates.
Todds Training
12610 Devils Hole Rd
Bowling Green, Oh 43402
3zonks@wcnet.org
419-354-6076
Firearm safety, explain SA,DA,DAO, Safe Ammo, Laws
in Ohio, Min 100 Rds, Class 9-3 Sat, 9-3 Sun, cost $125
WYANDOT County
We currently have no listings in this county.
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