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Ohio CCW Classes and Firearm Instructors

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Featured Instructors

Patronus Training

Jessamy Bright, Instructor, NRA Training Counselor

Jessamy Bright, Instructor, NRA Training Counselor

33520 Howell Hill Road

Township Road 207

Pomeroy, OH 45769

Meigs County

Web:

http://www.patronustraining.com

Phone:

1 (740) 339-0620

Email:

[email protected]

Patronus Training is a Veteran-founded company based in Southeast Ohio. Jessamy Bright, Instructor and NRA Training Counselor, offers training classes for beginner through advanced students, and Instructor level training for Instructor Candidates:

-NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting/Concealed Carry (Ohio and West Virginia)

-NRA Personal Protection In The Home

-NRA Personal Protection Outside The Home

-NRA Refuse To Be A Victim Seminars

-NRA Range Safety Officer Certification

-NRA Instructor Training (Pistol, Chief Range Safety Officer, Personal Protection In The Home, Personal Protection Outside The Home)

-Private Range Instruction Sessions

-The Well Armed Woman Southeast Ohio Shooting Chapter (www.twawshootingchapters.org/join)

One Life Defense, LLC

Varg Freeborn

Varg Freeborn

Private Training Facility

Warren, OH 44473

Trumbull County

Web:

http://www.onelifedefense.com

Phone:

1 (330) 980-5883

Email:

[email protected]

Professional Defensive Firearms Training

Ohio Concealed Carry
Advanced Defensive Pistol 1-3
Defensive Rifle 1-3
Mindset, Combat Fitness, Hand-to-Hand Fighting
Private CQB training range

Our training is practical, detailed and specific to civilian self-defense. It is based upon being prepared for extremely violent encounters that occur on the streets or during home invasions. You do not need to be experienced in fighting or shooting to get started. Likewise, you should not assume your experience supersedes broadening your training. We have many ex-military and current law enforcement in our Alumni who appreciate our training just as much as the average beginner does. We teach fighting fundamentals covering handgun, rifle, hand-to-hand, and conditioning. Professional male and female instructors in every class. Visit our website for schedules, pricing, instructor info and Alumni reviews.

Armed2Defend - Columbus

Kevin Sadeski

Kevin Sadeski

651 Groveport Rd

Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Franklin County

Web:

http://armed2defend.com/

Phone:

1 (614) 209-7250

Email:

[email protected]

Step aside boring and mundane pistol instruction. If you want a class to sleep through then look towards a different instructor. Our award winning program has brought enjoyment in pistol shooting to over 8,000 here in the Columbus Ohio area.

If you’re a beginner, then leave your anxiety at home, we’re going to walk you through the instruction step by step and do it at your pace. On the range you’ll shoot a minimum of 50 rounds with our patient and expert certified instructors.

Attorney Ken Hanson, author of “The Ohio Guide to Firearm Laws”, will have you laughing on the edge of your seat while learning about Ohio’s firearm laws.

At only $90 we’ll provide everything that is needed to complete the training and everything that you need for applying for your license, except for food and drinks.

Trust us, our class will amaze you and leave you excited to get involved. Take the plunge and reserve your spot today in Armed2Defend’s training!

SimTrainer Range and Firearms Training Center

Mark Avery

Mark Avery

2031 Dryden Road

Moraine, OH 45439

Montgomery County

Web:

http://sim-trainer.com/classes/concealed-carry/

Phone:

(937) 293-3914

Email:

[email protected]

Exceeds training requirements for Ohio CHL. Includes live fire competency qualification on indoor range. Prerequisite - basic handgun proficiency. Firearm rental available. Current BFA members get $25 off. See web page for description and options.

Sixth Sense Handgun Academy

Emery Kimberlin

Emery Kimberlin

3706 Venice Rd.

Sandusky, OH 44870

Erie County

Web:

http://facebook.com/sixthsensegun

Phone:

(419) 357-8371

Email:

[email protected]

NRA Certified Training Counselor and Instructor- Pistol, Personal Protection, Home Firearm Safety, Chief Range Officer Concealed carry-Advanced Training-Range officer Training-Instructor Training-Personal Protection in the Home Classes

Smith Outfitters, LLC

Matthew Smith

Matthew Smith

254 Avery Avenue

Steubenville, OH 43952

Jefferson County

Web:

http://www.smith-outfitters.com

Phone:

(740) 381-5149

Email:

[email protected]

Smith Outfitters, LLC is a small local one stop shop for all your firearms, accessories, and shooting needs. Offering training courses from basic to advanced in pistol and rifle. Instructors are certified police, military, and competition shooters.

Special Tactics and Rescue Training (START)

Jamie Bear

Jamie Bear

797 Cool Springs Rd

Mingo Junction, OH 43938

Jefferson County

Web:

http://www.strt.us

Phone:

(740) 598-4891

Email:

[email protected]

START is a Veteran Disabled Owned Business located about 10 minutes south of Stubenville Ohio. We offer everything from basic conceal carry class all the way to advanced pistol and rifle classes as well as private instruction.

[email protected]

Springfield Tactical Training LLC

Paul Hoag

Paul Hoag

8301 Pilliod Rd

Holland, OH 43528

Lucas County

Web:

http://www.sprinfieldtacticaltraining.com

Phone:

1 (419) 340-6740

Email:

[email protected]

Complete CCW and firearms training with a NRA Certified Training Counselor. Individualized training available. We will come to your group or organization for the NRA 's Refuse To Be a Victim or Home Firearm Safety seminars for the cost of materials.

StoneCCW

Carla Savko

Carla Savko

1 Town Square Blvd

Columbiana, OH 44408

Mahoning County

Web:

http://www.stoneccw.com

Phone:

(330) 207-2432

Email:

[email protected]

Experienced female instructor who works with people of all age groups. Classes are hands-on in a relaxed environment. Also specializes in all female and private classes. Come have some fun! For more information please go to the website provided or

Strategic Training Group, LLC

Dean Boerger

Dean Boerger

1580 King Avenue

Suite 103

Columbus, OH 43212

Franklin County

Web:

http://www.StrategicTraining.org

Phone:

1 (614) 481-0777

Email:

[email protected]

NRA Certified Instructor and NRA Training Counselor. Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) Certified Firearms and Defensive Tactics Instructor. We train all levels of experience, on all weapons systems.

Sunfish Valley CCW

Robert Entler

Robert Entler

390 Mossbarger-Detty Rd

Piketon, OH 45661

Pike County

Phone:

1 (740) 222-9453

Email:

[email protected]

NRA Certified Instructor, CCW classes conducted each month, call or email for dates and pricing.

Tactical Firearms Training

John Sons

John Sons

502 Meadowview Place

Trenton, OH 45067

Butler County

Phone:

1 (513) 623-0137

Email:

[email protected]

Basic CCW and Advanced classes available. Currently a 25 year law enforcement veteran with 24 years of SWAT experience. Basic CCW classes- $100, Level II Handgun- $150, Tactical Rifle- $150, Room Clearing/ Home Defense- $200. Call John 513-623-0137

Tactical Intelligence Group

Davina Eccard

Davina Eccard

6111 Morgan Rd.

Cleves, OH 45002

Hamilton County

Web:

http://www.tacticalintelligencegroup.com

Phone:

(513) 579-1405

Email:

[email protected]

Greater Cincinnati's first and only Tactical Training Center provides a unique combination of real world focused courses and realistic practice environments for both civilians and the law enforcement community.

Tactical Skills Development, LLC.

Chris Timmerman

Chris Timmerman

212 W. Main St.

Russia, OH 45363

Shelby County

Web:

http://www.tacticalskillsdev.com

Phone:

1 (937) 684-5383

Email:

[email protected]

The TSD mission is to provide each and every student the foundation of knowledge, mindset, tactics, and handgun skills they need to defend themselves or another in a life threatening confrontation. Don't settle for the bare minimum. Train with TSD.

TD Selfdefense

Mike Decker

Mike Decker

4609 Harlem Rd

Galena, OH 43021

Delaware County

Phone:

(614) 581-3005

Email:

[email protected]

We have a SMALL CLASS. Our class is one (1), 8 hour day. Saturdays, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. $115.00 course fee: including snacks, refreshments and a meal at no additional cost to you. Our primary focus is safety & YOU the student learning.

Town and Country Firearms Training LLC

Jack Frontz

Jack Frontz

1665 Tuscarawas Ave.

Coshocton, OH 43812

Coshocton County

Phone:

1 (740) 502-6562

Email:

[email protected]

Ohio CCW class $100 per person . Individual or group classes at my private training facility.

I own a private shooting range and offer classes 7 days a week . I also have a mobile classroom to hold a class at your location ( 10 student minimum). I can provide guns and ammunition for an additional fee. I am NRA certified in Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Muzzleloading Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Personal Protection In The Home, Personal Protection Outside The Home and Range Safety Officer. I have 42 years teaching experience. Ohio CCW cost is $100 per person. Hourly advanced training is $25 a hour. You will need at least 100 rounds of ammunition for the CCW class. Each class is set up to meet your individual needs. It is best to call me to discuss your needs. I teach individual and group classes. Call 740 502 6562.

Training Masters

Steve Warner

Steve Warner

9709 Summit Road

Newark, OH 43056

Licking County

Phone:

1 (740) 616-9744

Email:

[email protected]

For ALL proficiency levels- inexperienced to expert. Small class size/casual atmosphere provides personal training for CCW certificate,including essential knowledge, tactics, and shooting skills. Lunch included.Cost $75. Advanced training available.

Trigger Pull

Jonathan Thacker

Jonathan Thacker

296 Main St

Groveport, OH 43125

Franklin County

Web:

http://www.triggerpullohio.com

Phone:

(614) 668-9893

Email:

[email protected]

TOP RATED CCW ,AUTHORIZED AND QUALIFIED INSTRUCTION

The course is designed for everyone. We have taken the time too make this an enjoyable safe experience. We have trained beginners with no experience to experts with military backgrounds

Trumbull Defense LLC

Eric Lytle

Eric Lytle

6793 Youngstown Kingsville Rd

Farmdale, OH 44417

Trumbull County

Web:

http://www.trumbulldefense.com

Phone:

1 (330) 646-4810

Email:

[email protected]

This is a one day Ohio CCW Class with an NRA Certified instructor. Cost is $85. Please call for class schedule. Registration is available at www.trumbulldefense.com.

Urban Gunner LLC

Ken Curtis

Ken Curtis

P.O. Box 181068

Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

Cuyahoga County

Phone:

1 (216) 906-0059

Email:

[email protected]

This is a basic NRA pistol course that meets the requirements for an Ohio Concealed Handgun License (CCW) permit taught by a 20+ year Law Enforcement Officer and Glock Armorer. Our hours are flexible. Group rates.
Follow us on Facebook @UrbanGunner

Valley View Firearms Training LLC

Greg Wight

Greg Wight

1800 Farmersville W Alex Rd

Farmersville, OH 45325

Montgomery County

Web:

http://valleyviewccw.com

Phone:

(937) 414-3099

Email:

[email protected]

We are a small firearms training school, partnered with http://ElectronicCCW.com to give Ohio residents the easiest way to get the training they need. The excellent online classes are super convenient and live fire training done on a private range.

Walton + Associates Group LLC - Firearms Training Division

Mark Walton

Mark Walton

7996 Boneta Rd.

Ste. B

Wadsworth, OH 44281

Medina County

Web:

http://www.carryingsafe.com

Phone:

1 (330) 334-0509

Email:

[email protected]

NRA Basic Pistol Course, meets all reqmnts for OH CCW training. 8 hr course (6 class + 2 range). 4 NRA Cert Instrs incl former law enforcement. $75 course fee inclds all matls, range fees, use of our guns, ammo, etc. - 11yrs/1,000s of students

Women focused

Angi Gardner

Angi Gardner

445 Hoskins

Wilmington, OH 45177

Clinton County

Phone:

(513) 535-4963

Email:

[email protected]

ZenDecision Training

Todd Gruesbeck

Todd Gruesbeck

11155 Old State Line RD

Swanton, OH 43558

Lucas County

Phone:

(419) 410-4005

Email:

[email protected]

CCW, pistol, personal and home safety and self defense classes available at reasonable rates for large groups, couples or individuals.

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