Everyone wants to feel protected.
But not everyone wants to feel like John Wick.
If you want the peace of mind that comes from concealed carry, but feel like you aren’t a “gun person”, you’re in the right place. We approach concealed carry from a practical approach.
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Hi! We’re Kevin & Alisha
We created Armed2Defend because we want everyone to receive meaningful concealed carry training.
See, we were just ordinary people that decided to get our concealed carry license. (Kevin was a scientist and Alisha was a teacher.) But our training experience wasn’t good. The instructor didn’t care if we learned anything or not. We were there to fulfill seat time and jump through hoops.
Kevin decided to get his NRA Instructor credentials so we could help our friends and family get better training than we got. And that is how Armed2Defend was born. We didn’t mean to start a business. But we found a passion. And that passion grew into a business.
We love sharing our passion with thousands of students each year. We would love to have you in one of our classes.
Armed2Defend is the training we wish we would have received.
We want you to feel comfortable, confident and competent.
Russell Sowers
08:06 18 Jun 22
I had taken outher on line ccw class with no luck but armed 2 Defend is the best one I took on line class was great
Kayla Barker
22:02 11 Apr 22
Really happy with this CCW class. The online portion was concise and informative, and the in-person portion was really helpful. Both Kevin & Alisha gave me personal instruction on how to safely shoot more accurately and went out of their way to give me tips. I’d recommend this class to anyone!
Red Machine
01:23 01 Mar 22
best class I've ever taken. Kevin and his team are very professional and helpful. you will leave classes feeling very confident and proud.
Rodrique Henry
19:30 20 Nov 21
had an amazing experience. I am little upset that I forgot to take a photo with George. He gave me a lot of great tips and made the whole process comfortable.
Kelly Foster
00:26 24 Sep 21
Have nothing but great things to say. The instructor/sensei was very knowledgeable. I strongly recommend! Kelly Foster
Douglas Bouffard
23:53 17 Sep 21
I went through this course yesterday. I assumed it was going to be a boring 8 hours. I was wrong. It was fantastic. Everyone was great and I actually learned way more then I thought I would. I can’t recommend them enough. One of the best decisions I ever made. Thank you
Mazin Prim'Adonna
23:01 14 Aug 21
So first of all as an African American woman I did my research on different companies because if we're being real we have historically been kept out and many of us feel uncomfortable in these white dominated spaces; but, after a few google searches I came across armed to defend and immediately noticed the diversity. I was like "great. thats where I'm going", and I'm SO GLAD that I did. Kevin and Alisha are literally the bomb.com. Like, the type of people you would want over for dinner or game night. They managed to make information that could be deemed as boring very entertaining and engaging. They also have great energy. Even their instructors were warm and knowledgeable. This is a great family owned business and definitely a safe space.
J C
22:38 08 Aug 21
Awesome CCW/CHL training. Kevin and Alisha are top notch instructors who are passionate and knowlegeable about their field. Their style of teaching accommodates newer and seasoned firearm enthusiasts. They covered state requirements while also ensuring student questions were addressed on the spot. Finally, the range time was relaxed while prioritizing safety at all times.
christine bowen
22:15 07 Mar 21
I had an incredible experience with the class yesterday. I had some knowledge as to what was to be expected. The class was informative and educational. For me the best part of the day was the drive home, my 22 year old son was with me and the knowledge he gained from the experience. I would highly recommend this company.
Joseph Gaynor
21:23 07 Mar 21
As someone who has taken NRA Pistol classes before, I was happily surprised that the range training for the CHL featured 5+ NRA Instructors, as well as the leaders of the training, Alisha, and Kevin who are NRA Instructors themselves. Most other training providers I considedred don't provide instruction during the training process, and the investment in qualified NRA Instructors made me feel much better about this training over the others that I investigated before applying for my CHL. This is a great Company to use whether you're an experienced shooter, or have never shot a gun before. You will feel more comfortable with a firearm, and understand the responsibilities you have as a firearm owner by going through this company. Would highly recommend.
Dream Big
02:28 04 Dec 20
This was a very informative class with great instructors, they did a awesome job with engaging and involving everyone in the class. Also huge shout out to Instructor George at the range, Doing an awesome job!!
L Atcherson
14:00 03 Dec 20
Great class! Very informative. I was nervous at first, but I learned so much. Kevin and Alicia were awesome. The sampler pack at the range was quite helpful in helping me to choose my own firearm.
nick mccormish
03:10 15 Nov 20
Great class!Kevin and Alisha are clearly passionate about what they do and are very engaging during the classroom portion. We had Tommy at the range and he was great too!Thanks to all for a safe and enjoyable experience for a couple of beginners!
Brian Pharis
19:10 16 Oct 20
What a great class (CCW training course). Highly recommend.
Victor Sanchez
09:00 11 Oct 20
The class was easy to understand and participate in. With the classes being given over the net, it let people participate more openly and relaxed. With a class that talks about defending oneself and possibly taking another persons life, the trainers presented themselves as people of the community.If you are looking to get CCW license and are looking for that military/ police training experience in your class, then don't take the class from Armed2Defend. Armed2Defend will give you respect and train you as a person. They know that you will be taking a firearm into their community(s), so they will train you to take a firearm into a community, not onto a battlefield. Armed2Defend is the way to go for your CCW training!
Isiah Chillous
02:35 08 Oct 20
A2D has awesome instructors who take the time to walk you through gun safety/handling and self defense. You’ll enjoy your training! I had a great time.
Scott Fowler
23:22 02 Oct 20
Top notch training by knowledgeable folks
Thomas Miller
20:56 02 Oct 20
Class was awesome, they made sure the zoom style classes were effective, I liked how they kept folks accountable during class. Range day was great and the facility was set up nicely.
Bruce Bishop
16:12 02 Oct 20
Excellent experience. I enjoyed the online class modules and the range was absolutely great. As one who hadn't fired a gun for years this was a great experience. After the class I received my concealed carry license within 4 four days. Thanks all!
Joe Herb
14:35 02 Oct 20
great place for beginners or experienced shooters, this is the perfect family run business.
troy standiford
00:39 02 Oct 20
I took this course about 8 years ago.I guess the best information I gained wasabout the law and how it relates to a ccwholder. I’m going to now send my 21 year old daughter through this same course. I would recommend them to anyone looking into ccw.
Eryn Harris
10:59 29 Sep 20
I took this class virtually due to COVID-19, even with it being virtual it was very detailed and they allowed us to ask questions. It didn’t feel rushed at all. At the range, we were able to use actual weapons and practice for the entire scheduled range time instead of doing more “lectured learning”. Would recommend.
Amanda Neighborgall
04:07 27 Sep 20
Great class. Made it interesting and fun.
Judy Barclay
19:15 25 Sep 20
This is a great company and the owners are awesome as well as instructors! So glad I took my training here! I learned so much from the great hand on hand instructors who help me.I have told my friendsand family in fact my cousin and her husband just did their training here at Armed2Defend and they loved it as well!I recommend 100%
Ahmed Egeh
16:10 24 Sep 20
Amazing experience.I enjoyed the training; staff were great, and I've learned a lot from them.
Adam Spafford
20:43 23 Sep 20
So glad I found these guys! While most other concealed carry classes were booked for months out, I got in and out of their class VERY quickly. The convenience factor of doing 6 of the required 8 hours from home makes this worth far more than what they charge. Thank you, Armed2Defend!
Rob Gordon, Real Estate Advisor
19:24 23 Sep 20
Great training!
Jamal Saxton
17:13 23 Sep 20
Part of the last class of '19. Wonderful people,great advice. Tip notch. Choose these guys.
HK Wright
21:32 22 Sep 20
The class offered was very low stress & nonjudgmental.. I learned so much & the class time flew by fast..The instructors that spent time with me at the range,made me very confident in handling a firearm effectively.⭐️ANY WOMAN wanting or needing to carry a firearm.. THIS IS PLACE U NEED TO GO⭐️
Mike Mateer
20:23 22 Sep 20
Super company. Instructors teaching specifically by the book. No shortcuts. Standards are maintained. I would strongly recommend them and would use them again
Leslita Moore
23:16 20 Sep 20
I am a first time gun user. I was so nervous to take this class because of my fear of firearms. They made me feel so comfortable. The class was very easy to follow and understand! Thank you and I recommend anyone to take this course.
Jeff Kanowsky
22:02 19 Sep 20
This was a great place to take the CCW class. Great instructors with patience and a lot of knowledge. Don’t go anywhere else but here.
David Uhl
18:51 18 Sep 20
Well organized with available classes. Good Job overall
Heath McNamee
02:08 17 Sep 20
Excellent class to attend for anyone wanting to conceal carry. From beginners to regular shooters this place covers every skill level. I can't say enough good things about how this range and classroom is ran. A+!!
Eleuterio Ruelas
17:40 16 Sep 20
The married couple who run this have a way to address all concerns and topics thoroughly. The online classes were simple and easy to follow. I wish more people would seek this class out so that they can understand how effective, concise and simple this course is. Remember, this is just the first step. It's your responsibility to further your firearm training. GREAT INVESTMENT!!!
Cameron Zakany
17:36 16 Sep 20
Very educational, instructional and non-bias
Brenda McGuire
18:41 13 Sep 20
My husband and I both enjoyed the concealed carry class and learned a great deal. The folks who teach this class are very knowledgeable and work super hard to be sure you are comfortable with all of the information as well as with handling the firearm of your choice.
Leeshon “Armed Advantage” Scott
17:17 13 Sep 20
I had a great time doing the training class. It was a really big class and Kevin made sure everyone felt welcome. I will be doing more training with them in the future.
Marcus Grace
18:18 12 Sep 20
Very informative and professional session
Mark Darnell
15:02 05 Sep 20
They offered various handguns to use and teaching was informative. Lawyer talk was beneficial. Felt safe and would not hesitate to recommend.
Maheer Khan
01:14 05 Sep 20
Kevin and Alisha were awesome instructors. Made everything super easy for me. They're a true power couple.
Brad Davis
22:56 04 Sep 20
I took my CCW course through Armed2Defend and it was an amazing experience. Kevin and Alyssa are experts in the field and top notch teachers. The range training was so good. I will be back for more education from this team!
Dave Ritchey Jr
22:48 04 Sep 20
Great class for the money,good info,great instructors,,being x military it was very informative for beginners on up..
Danielle Heilbrunn
16:02 02 Sep 20
This was such a memorable and fun class. I am looking forward to taking more of the classes that they offer. I HIGHLY recommend it to anyone interested in basic gun safety all the way up to advanced tactics.
Demetria Wilcoxon
00:36 02 Sep 20
Armed2Defend is an awesome place because they treat you like family and are truly concerned about your safety and are very passionate about what they do. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone. I received a personal call checking on me because I signed up twice but didn't go. So he rearranged things after he listened to my story and helped me a lot. Thank you for that. I forgot his name but not how he helped me. Thanks Armed2Defend.
April Davis
22:01 31 Aug 20
My Women's Concealed Carry Class was simply amazing! Alisha Sadeski's was the instructor- her abilities as an educator was definitely noticeable. Her enthusiasm and genuine desire to educate and help each student was amazing. I would highly recommend Armed2Defend to anyone who is looking for a First Class training experience!
Wesley Eddy
18:16 31 Aug 20
High quality Instructor. Maintaining a good training pace. Look forward to next scheduled class.
Meagan VanTilburg
22:36 30 Aug 20
You can tell they are passionate about what they do and i feel so much more confident after taking their class. The range staff was very experienced and patient. I learned so much in such little time. The sampler pack was my favorite prt of the experience because it helped narrow down what i felt comfortable with and helped me decide what to purchase.
Tolley Colley
22:13 30 Aug 20
Alisha and Kevin are knowledgeable, friendly, and great instructors. I highly recommend their classes.
Ronald Porter
15:41 29 Aug 20
Armed2Defend is a great learning experience. Given the gravity of gun ownership, responsible knowledge required to possess, and skill required to carry out your rights, this is one organization dedicated solely to those who want ownership and concealed carry. Kevin and Alisha both are teaching professionals with degrees and they take safety, teaching, and learning about gun ownership and handing with the utmost respect. The range portion of the experience is safe with 4 students with an instructor and only 2 on the firing line at a time. I feel I received much more than I paid for and these five stars are earned by the organization.
Lauren Beaver
21:43 28 Aug 20
My husband and I really enjoyed our experience with Armed2Defend. The classes were very informative but didn’t feel stuffy or intimidating. The owners are extremely personable and answered everyone’s questions happily. Our experience at the range was amazing. I was totally at ease and was thoroughly impressed with how professional and safe the procedures were. I would recommend Armed2Defend to any new or experienced firearm user!
rage abdi
19:27 26 Aug 20
family owned business, well train instractores!!! you will feel welcomed when you arrived the Range!!
James Schottenstein
15:55 25 Aug 20
My wife and I took this course to complete the requirements for obtaining a conceal carry license. We spent a total of 8 hours in a single week by taking 3 nights of 2 hour classes each night and passing quizzes each night. The final night we drove to the company’s private range in Canal Winchester where we obtained training and technique in firing our personal guns and also has the opportunity to try several other guns. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Kevin and Alisha and their staff.
Ben Ali
01:14 25 Aug 20
Nice people to work I enjoy my training with you guys good job
Jeff Pireu
22:43 24 Aug 20
Great class and experience! Appreciate Kevin and Alisha!!
M.E. Mateer
10:11 22 Aug 20
One of the best training academies to be found. Highly professional, maintaining standards, great educators. Basic Instructor Training was taught specifically to NRA standards. Definitely NOT a pay for your certificate class.
deborah ball
00:00 21 Aug 20
Very informative detailed instruction in such a short time period. Very organized.
Larraine Albert Shrigley
02:28 20 Aug 20
I took my concealed carry course from Armed2Defend after the pandemic started so the class part was done online. I had never done a zoom course and had issues with it the first night but I still learned a lot and enjoyed the lectures. The range was great—George was my instructor and he was great, very personable, patient and kind. I had my own revolver with me but had not been to a firing range in years and was very rusty, plus I had never fired a semi auto and didn’t even know how to load one. I purchased the 15 gun assortment for after my range time and highly recommend that, it was great having a chance to try them all out there with the help of the guys all of whom are very knowledgeable. I left there that day having chosen the exact gun I wanted for my concealed carry pistol and can’t wait to go back to the range! Very glad I did this course and I highly recommend Armed2Defend
rose ruffin
23:05 16 Aug 20
The entire staff at armed 2 defend Rock.. Thank you for the confidence and skills. I will Definitely be back for the refresher courses. Yes I would recommend armed 2 defend to family and friends.
lana urey
04:02 16 Aug 20
Took the CCW class. Instruction classes are online, very flexible, easy to take. The range part is very personalized upon your skill level. Highly recommended to check them out.
Kat Bradley
03:58 11 Aug 20
I was nervous going into the CCW class with virtually no experience. The instructors were able to identify where I was with my experience and build on it. They made me feel confident and assisted in finding what kind of pistol was best for me. The classroom portion was done via Zoom meetings due to COVID. The instructors were attentive to the students and made sure everyone was paying attention and understood each concept before moving forward. I don’t have a single negative thing to say about this experience. I will continue to be involved in their meetings to further my skill and will be bringing friends! 10/10!
Krista Weston
15:09 09 Aug 20
Extremely thorough! I highly respect the passion, time, and effort this team puts into their classes. I learned a lot and had fun comparing notes with my husband who took the class a few years back. This team is consistently improving their class structure and what they can offer. Very relaxed environment, as well, which helps ease some of the tension you may be feeling going through this process. Highly recommend.
Charles Headrick
22:58 07 Aug 20
Great learning experience. I look forward to more training in the future. Highly recommend to anyone looking for training.
adrian Walker
19:36 05 Aug 20
Great experience very helpful and knowledgeable
Rodney Koons
11:53 04 Aug 20
This was a very easy to follow class and very informative. I have and will recommend it again.
Ethen Steele
15:17 03 Aug 20
Great experience!!!
Sherm Stevens
13:29 03 Aug 20
This was my first experience taking a firearms class after the Plandemic. They executed the ZOOM meetings flawlessly, but the real fun was at the range. I LOVE how they are constantly emphasizing SAFETY from the very beginning. The crew running this show is top-notch! I highly recommend Armed2Defend, I'll be taking more classes here!
Craig Shepherd
22:00 02 Aug 20
Great staff and facility. Instructors presented the materials in a very effective manner and kept the participants engaged.
Tony Painter
19:43 02 Aug 20
Kevin and Alisha were great to work with. Class size was great and they were helpful and answered all questions I had. I have been back once for the range time and additional instruction. Great company and people to work with.
Keith Jones
15:59 02 Aug 20
Fantastic. Very well educated on the subject matter. Uses good materials. Nice range session. Kevin and Alisha are the best! Thank you again for a wonderful class!
Steve Tate
21:14 01 Aug 20
Highly recommend! The online classes were very convenient, well packaged, and the instructors know conceal carry inside & out.
Daniel Williams
13:04 31 Jul 20
I was great enjoy every minute of the class on line me and wife I tell everyone I know to join these class it was great
Paige Black
22:34 30 Jul 20
The experience was great!
Juan Lumpkin
18:04 30 Jul 20
My son-in-law heard about A2D through a co-worker. He knew I wanted to take classes sooner rather than later (after COVID) so told me about them. I’m glad he did.The six hours of online training was interesting and very thoroughly executed. I didn’t doze off once! LOL! The instructors were very laid back and easy to follow, adding real live examples where possible. Made the material very easy to apply.The two hour range session was just as great! The instructor was patient for newbies; and adjusted to those who were more experienced. Trainers were very personable and made me feel they genuinely cared about my technique.To me, they earned every one of the five stars!
Tom Wetmore
00:39 30 Jul 20
Efficient, professional and helpful. What more can you ask for.
Moparman
23:04 29 Jul 20
In taking the USCCA content driven CHL(CCW) course, it’s obvious that this family business cares about delivering the best content covering laws, safety, handgun and ammo knowledge, grip, stance, real life self defense cases and much more. They make even the most novice individual feel comfortable that they will walk away with renewed confidence to safely carry a handgun. Armed2Defend is not about throwing content at you for money. It is the BEST value for what you get in return of any course I researched! You won’t be disappointed!!
T M
00:02 27 Jul 20
Well organized and experienced staff made the training a safe, informative and pleasurable experience.
Daniel Cronk
00:16 24 Jul 20
I took the CCW class with Kevin and Alisha. They were awesome! Both the class and range time were beneficial even though I've been using guns my whole life. Highly recommend.
Billy Mehl
23:57 22 Jul 20
Very professional and knowledgeable.
Chrissy E
17:40 22 Jul 20
Great informative classes and range time. Instructors took the time to answer questions and make sure I was comfortable with what I was doing. I will go back for more training in the future.
Deanna Frick
02:24 20 Jul 20
The classroom was very detailed and loved the attorney who instructed us on the legal issues. The range time was good but get there promptly as the classes are large especially if you are a beginner.Thanks to all the instructors for your teaching and encouragement and safety instruction!
Da Hills
11:00 19 Jul 20
This is a quality course, if you are in need of some training in the basic fundamentals of firearms you can't go wrong here. The instructor is knowledgeable, professional and a all around decent guy who has a genuine interest in the topic and the teaching of the course material. I live a full 2.5 hours away but would definitely do the drive again for this quality training in another discipline. Thanks for the training ARMED 2 DEFEND.
Emily Kerstetter
16:51 17 Jul 20
Had a great experience with Armed2Defend. Visiting the range for the first time by myself made me a little nervous, but once I arrived, I felt totally at ease. The experience is not intimidating and the lessons learned online prior to range training help you understand basic gun safety before you start! I only wish I had more time to actually think about/take notes with the different guns I tried...I felt a little rushed, but came away with a better understanding of what might be a better fit for me. I plan on coming back for more self defense training in the future.
Charles Carr
00:20 17 Jul 20
I had a great time and the instructors are very knowledgeable, I recommended Armed2Defend to my family and all my friends for their CCW needs.
Jeff Gamble
23:17 16 Jul 20
The instructors were awsome made every session so easy to understand and very interesting and at the range everyone were so helpful to all students taking time with everyone so they could leave there very confident I would highly recommend to anyone to not look any further for training sign up here they make it so easy and I will be back soon to take the NRA training as soon as I can
Kimberley Cowie
14:53 16 Jul 20
Our family took the Concealed Carry Class, instruction was great and we learned a lot. They provided a lot of good resources, especially for beginners like us. The range instructors were patient and thoughtful they ensured we understood how to handle our guns safely.
Tim Demers
21:19 15 Jul 20
Kevin and Alisha are awesome people. There instructions are awesome. They do everything in there power to help you out like picking up your lunch, supply drinks during class and make sure you have all the course requirements. They call you personally to make sure you are good to go for the course and make sure you are practicing the course material. Just awesome instructor's and people. Thanks so much had a blast.
Dorcas Li
02:39 14 Jul 20
Both Kevin and Alisha are very nice and informative. The price is very reasonable and and experience you get is awesome!
Carl Thomas
18:11 09 Jul 20
Very professional and Quality experience.
Stefanie Harrison
23:44 08 Jul 20
I had a great time and learned so much!
Randall Rhodes
17:28 06 Jul 20
My wife and I took the conceal carry class and it was excellent! Tons of info, instructions and cautions regarding conceal carry. The range time was even better! Our instructor, Tim was so helpful and patient. My wife had not shot before and he really spent time with her understanding how to shoot. It’s a must for new gun owners, in my opinion. Thank you guys for the awesome training. And please tell Tim thanks too!!
Ralph Large
00:07 04 Jul 20
Excellent cc instructor. Very professional and informative. I would highly recommend Armed2Defend if you are wanting to get the concealed carry license.
Antonia L
20:16 27 Jun 20
Kevin and Alisha were fantastic. They run a very professional business along with all of their instructors and I would recommend any of their classes especially for beginners!
Zachary Mitchell
19:00 27 Jun 20
Great experience! Kevin and Alisha were great instructors and I learned a lot about gun safety, laws, as well as tips on being a more accurate shooter. The zoom classes were very convenient for my schedule and the sampler pack at the range allowed me to try our a lot of different guns i would never usually shoot. Would highly recommend taking the course!
Ben Christy
22:21 22 Jun 20
Kevin, Alisha and all of the instructors were amazing. Very informative, safe, thorough, and passionate. Our class was very engaged and they did a great job answering questions and explaining material. Thank you!
Susan Garver
00:23 18 Jun 20
I was quite nervous about attending a ccw class. Armed2Defend was awesome. They answered all my questions. The range was way better than I expected. All the instructors were helpful and informative. I would highly recommend taking this course with Armed2Defend.
Tom Lewis II
11:31 16 Jun 20
Great experience overall. The class wasn't boring and there wasn't that b.s. that I've seen in other classes, it's straight to the point with a comfortable atmosphere that's not full of storytelling and condescending rhetoric. Well put together and I recommend Armed2Defend to anyone, beginner or veteran.
Dale Joiner
02:31 11 Jun 20
Very professional and easy to work with!
Mika R
01:52 11 Jun 20
Had a great experience! All of the staff were awesome. The rest of my family will be getting their CCW training from here!
Alex
01:52 10 Jun 20
The classes were very informative and the trainers at the range were super helpful. Definitely recommending to any friends interested in a CCW!
Meagan/Eric Riley
22:41 08 Jun 20
Great course! very knowledgeable and informative about ccw, gun safety and rules. Also a great gun range!
I had taken outher on line ccw class with no luck but armed 2 Defend is the best one I took on line class was great
Russell Sowers
08:06 18 Jun 22
Really happy with this CCW class. The online portion was concise and informative, and the in-person portion was really helpful. Both Kevin & Alisha gave me personal instruction on how to safely shoot more accurately and went out of their way to give me tips. I’d recommend this class to anyone!
Kayla Barker
22:02 11 Apr 22
best class I've ever taken. Kevin and his team are very professional and helpful. you will leave classes feeling very confident and proud.
Red Machine
01:23 01 Mar 22
had an amazing experience. I am little upset that I forgot to take a photo with George. He gave me a lot of great tips and made the whole process comfortable.
Rodrique Henry
19:30 20 Nov 21
Have nothing but great things to say. The instructor/sensei was very knowledgeable. I strongly recommend! Kelly Foster
Kelly Foster
00:26 24 Sep 21
I went through this course yesterday. I assumed it was going to be a boring 8 hours. I was wrong. It was fantastic. Everyone was great and I actually learned way more then I thought I would. I can’t recommend them enough. One of the best decisions I ever made. Thank you
Douglas Bouffard
23:53 17 Sep 21
So first of all as an African American woman I did my research on different companies because if we're being real we have historically been kept out and many of us feel uncomfortable in these white dominated spaces; but, after a few google searches I came across armed to defend and immediately noticed the diversity. I was like "great. thats where I'm going", and I'm SO GLAD that I did. Kevin and Alisha are literally the bomb.com. Like, the type of people you would want over for dinner or game night. They managed to make information that could be deemed as boring very entertaining and engaging. They also have great energy. Even their instructors were warm and knowledgeable. This is a great family owned business and definitely a safe space.
Mazin Prim'Adonna
23:01 14 Aug 21
Awesome CCW/CHL training. Kevin and Alisha are top notch instructors who are passionate and knowlegeable about their field. Their style of teaching accommodates newer and seasoned firearm enthusiasts. They covered state requirements while also ensuring student questions were addressed on the spot. Finally, the range time was relaxed while prioritizing safety at all times.
J C
22:38 08 Aug 21
This class was one of the best classes I've taken. It was fun and entertaining as well as informative. I felt the upselled everything, yet everything they sold was only high quality products that they believed in. Now I believe in them too. They're motto, "It's a lifestyle." is something I've already learned to adapt.
Aaron Bowen
22:20 07 Mar 21
I had an incredible experience with the class yesterday. I had some knowledge as to what was to be expected. The class was informative and educational. For me the best part of the day was the drive home, my 22 year old son was with me and the knowledge he gained from the experience. I would highly recommend this company.
christine bowen
22:15 07 Mar 21
As someone who has taken NRA Pistol classes before, I was happily surprised that the range training for the CHL featured 5+ NRA Instructors, as well as the leaders of the training, Alisha, and Kevin who are NRA Instructors themselves. Most other training providers I considedred don't provide instruction during the training process, and the investment in qualified NRA Instructors made me feel much better about this training over the others that I investigated before applying for my CHL. This is a great Company to use whether you're an experienced shooter, or have never shot a gun before. You will feel more comfortable with a firearm, and understand the responsibilities you have as a firearm owner by going through this company. Would highly recommend.
Joseph Gaynor
21:23 07 Mar 21
This was a very informative class with great instructors, they did a awesome job with engaging and involving everyone in the class. Also huge shout out to Instructor George at the range, Doing an awesome job!!
Dream Big
02:28 04 Dec 20
Great class! Very informative. I was nervous at first, but I learned so much. Kevin and Alicia were awesome. The sampler pack at the range was quite helpful in helping me to choose my own firearm.
L Atcherson
14:00 03 Dec 20
Great class!Kevin and Alisha are clearly passionate about what they do and are very engaging during the classroom portion. We had Tommy at the range and he was great too!Thanks to all for a safe and enjoyable experience for a couple of beginners!
nick mccormish
03:10 15 Nov 20
What a great class (CCW training course). Highly recommend.
Brian Pharis
19:10 16 Oct 20
The class was easy to understand and participate in. With the classes being given over the net, it let people participate more openly and relaxed. With a class that talks about defending oneself and possibly taking another persons life, the trainers presented themselves as people of the community.If you are looking to get CCW license and are looking for that military/ police training experience in your class, then don't take the class from Armed2Defend. Armed2Defend will give you respect and train you as a person. They know that you will be taking a firearm into their community(s), so they will train you to take a firearm into a community, not onto a battlefield. Armed2Defend is the way to go for your CCW training!
Victor Sanchez
09:00 11 Oct 20
A2D has awesome instructors who take the time to walk you through gun safety/handling and self defense. You’ll enjoy your training! I had a great time.
Isiah Chillous
02:35 08 Oct 20
Top notch training by knowledgeable folks
Scott Fowler
23:22 02 Oct 20
Class was awesome, they made sure the zoom style classes were effective, I liked how they kept folks accountable during class. Range day was great and the facility was set up nicely.
Thomas Miller
20:56 02 Oct 20
Excellent experience. I enjoyed the online class modules and the range was absolutely great. As one who hadn't fired a gun for years this was a great experience. After the class I received my concealed carry license within 4 four days. Thanks all!
Bruce Bishop
16:12 02 Oct 20
great place for beginners or experienced shooters, this is the perfect family run business.
Joe Herb
14:35 02 Oct 20
I took this course about 8 years ago.I guess the best information I gained wasabout the law and how it relates to a ccwholder. I’m going to now send my 21 year old daughter through this same course. I would recommend them to anyone looking into ccw.
troy standiford
00:39 02 Oct 20
I took this class virtually due to COVID-19, even with it being virtual it was very detailed and they allowed us to ask questions. It didn’t feel rushed at all. At the range, we were able to use actual weapons and practice for the entire scheduled range time instead of doing more “lectured learning”. Would recommend.
Eryn Harris
10:59 29 Sep 20
Great class. Made it interesting and fun.
Amanda Neighborgall
04:07 27 Sep 20
This is a great company and the owners are awesome as well as instructors! So glad I took my training here! I learned so much from the great hand on hand instructors who help me.I have told my friendsand family in fact my cousin and her husband just did their training here at Armed2Defend and they loved it as well!I recommend 100%
Judy Barclay
19:15 25 Sep 20
Amazing experience.I enjoyed the training; staff were great, and I've learned a lot from them.
Ahmed Egeh
16:10 24 Sep 20
So glad I found these guys! While most other concealed carry classes were booked for months out, I got in and out of their class VERY quickly. The convenience factor of doing 6 of the required 8 hours from home makes this worth far more than what they charge. Thank you, Armed2Defend!
Adam Spafford
20:43 23 Sep 20
Great training!
Rob Gordon, Real Estate Advisor
19:24 23 Sep 20
Part of the last class of '19. Wonderful people,great advice. Tip notch. Choose these guys.
Jamal Saxton
17:13 23 Sep 20
The class offered was very low stress & nonjudgmental.. I learned so much & the class time flew by fast..The instructors that spent time with me at the range,made me very confident in handling a firearm effectively.⭐️ANY WOMAN wanting or needing to carry a firearm.. THIS IS PLACE U NEED TO GO⭐️
HK Wright
21:32 22 Sep 20
Super company. Instructors teaching specifically by the book. No shortcuts. Standards are maintained. I would strongly recommend them and would use them again
Mike Mateer
20:23 22 Sep 20
I am a first time gun user. I was so nervous to take this class because of my fear of firearms. They made me feel so comfortable. The class was very easy to follow and understand! Thank you and I recommend anyone to take this course.
Leslita Moore
23:16 20 Sep 20
This was a great place to take the CCW class. Great instructors with patience and a lot of knowledge. Don’t go anywhere else but here.
Jeff Kanowsky
22:02 19 Sep 20
Well organized with available classes. Good Job overall
David Uhl
18:51 18 Sep 20
Excellent class to attend for anyone wanting to conceal carry. From beginners to regular shooters this place covers every skill level. I can't say enough good things about how this range and classroom is ran. A+!!
Heath McNamee
02:08 17 Sep 20
The married couple who run this have a way to address all concerns and topics thoroughly. The online classes were simple and easy to follow. I wish more people would seek this class out so that they can understand how effective, concise and simple this course is. Remember, this is just the first step. It's your responsibility to further your firearm training. GREAT INVESTMENT!!!
Eleuterio Ruelas
17:40 16 Sep 20
Very educational, instructional and non-bias
Cameron Zakany
17:36 16 Sep 20
My husband and I both enjoyed the concealed carry class and learned a great deal. The folks who teach this class are very knowledgeable and work super hard to be sure you are comfortable with all of the information as well as with handling the firearm of your choice.
Brenda McGuire
18:41 13 Sep 20
I had a great time doing the training class. It was a really big class and Kevin made sure everyone felt welcome. I will be doing more training with them in the future.
Leeshon “Armed Advantage” Scott
17:17 13 Sep 20
Very informative and professional session
Marcus Grace
18:18 12 Sep 20
They offered various handguns to use and teaching was informative. Lawyer talk was beneficial. Felt safe and would not hesitate to recommend.
Mark Darnell
15:02 05 Sep 20
Kevin and Alisha were awesome instructors. Made everything super easy for me. They're a true power couple.
Maheer Khan
01:14 05 Sep 20
I took my CCW course through Armed2Defend and it was an amazing experience. Kevin and Alyssa are experts in the field and top notch teachers. The range training was so good. I will be back for more education from this team!
Brad Davis
22:56 04 Sep 20
Great class for the money,good info,great instructors,,being x military it was very informative for beginners on up..
Dave Ritchey Jr
22:48 04 Sep 20
This was such a memorable and fun class. I am looking forward to taking more of the classes that they offer. I HIGHLY recommend it to anyone interested in basic gun safety all the way up to advanced tactics.
Danielle Heilbrunn
16:02 02 Sep 20
Armed2Defend is an awesome place because they treat you like family and are truly concerned about your safety and are very passionate about what they do. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone. I received a personal call checking on me because I signed up twice but didn't go. So he rearranged things after he listened to my story and helped me a lot. Thank you for that. I forgot his name but not how he helped me. Thanks Armed2Defend.
Demetria Wilcoxon
00:36 02 Sep 20
My Women's Concealed Carry Class was simply amazing! Alisha Sadeski's was the instructor- her abilities as an educator was definitely noticeable. Her enthusiasm and genuine desire to educate and help each student was amazing. I would highly recommend Armed2Defend to anyone who is looking for a First Class training experience!
April Davis
22:01 31 Aug 20
High quality Instructor. Maintaining a good training pace. Look forward to next scheduled class.
Wesley Eddy
18:16 31 Aug 20
You can tell they are passionate about what they do and i feel so much more confident after taking their class. The range staff was very experienced and patient. I learned so much in such little time. The sampler pack was my favorite prt of the experience because it helped narrow down what i felt comfortable with and helped me decide what to purchase.
Meagan VanTilburg
22:36 30 Aug 20
Alisha and Kevin are knowledgeable, friendly, and great instructors. I highly recommend their classes.
Tolley Colley
22:13 30 Aug 20
Armed2Defend is a great learning experience. Given the gravity of gun ownership, responsible knowledge required to possess, and skill required to carry out your rights, this is one organization dedicated solely to those who want ownership and concealed carry. Kevin and Alisha both are teaching professionals with degrees and they take safety, teaching, and learning about gun ownership and handing with the utmost respect. The range portion of the experience is safe with 4 students with an instructor and only 2 on the firing line at a time. I feel I received much more than I paid for and these five stars are earned by the organization.
Ronald Porter
15:41 29 Aug 20
My husband and I really enjoyed our experience with Armed2Defend. The classes were very informative but didn’t feel stuffy or intimidating. The owners are extremely personable and answered everyone’s questions happily. Our experience at the range was amazing. I was totally at ease and was thoroughly impressed with how professional and safe the procedures were. I would recommend Armed2Defend to any new or experienced firearm user!
Lauren Beaver
21:43 28 Aug 20
family owned business, well train instractores!!! you will feel welcomed when you arrived the Range!!
rage abdi
19:27 26 Aug 20
My wife and I took this course to complete the requirements for obtaining a conceal carry license. We spent a total of 8 hours in a single week by taking 3 nights of 2 hour classes each night and passing quizzes each night. The final night we drove to the company’s private range in Canal Winchester where we obtained training and technique in firing our personal guns and also has the opportunity to try several other guns. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with Kevin and Alisha and their staff.
James Schottenstein
15:55 25 Aug 20
Nice people to work I enjoy my training with you guys good job
Ben Ali
01:14 25 Aug 20
Great class and experience! Appreciate Kevin and Alisha!!
Jeff Pireu
22:43 24 Aug 20
One of the best training academies to be found. Highly professional, maintaining standards, great educators. Basic Instructor Training was taught specifically to NRA standards. Definitely NOT a pay for your certificate class.
M.E. Mateer
10:11 22 Aug 20
Very informative detailed instruction in such a short time period. Very organized.
deborah ball
00:00 21 Aug 20
I took my concealed carry course from Armed2Defend after the pandemic started so the class part was done online. I had never done a zoom course and had issues with it the first night but I still learned a lot and enjoyed the lectures. The range was great—George was my instructor and he was great, very personable, patient and kind. I had my own revolver with me but had not been to a firing range in years and was very rusty, plus I had never fired a semi auto and didn’t even know how to load one. I purchased the 15 gun assortment for after my range time and highly recommend that, it was great having a chance to try them all out there with the help of the guys all of whom are very knowledgeable. I left there that day having chosen the exact gun I wanted for my concealed carry pistol and can’t wait to go back to the range! Very glad I did this course and I highly recommend Armed2Defend
Larraine Albert Shrigley
02:28 20 Aug 20
The entire staff at armed 2 defend Rock.. Thank you for the confidence and skills. I will Definitely be back for the refresher courses. Yes I would recommend armed 2 defend to family and friends.
rose ruffin
23:05 16 Aug 20
Took the CCW class. Instruction classes are online, very flexible, easy to take. The range part is very personalized upon your skill level. Highly recommended to check them out.
lana urey
04:02 16 Aug 20
I was nervous going into the CCW class with virtually no experience. The instructors were able to identify where I was with my experience and build on it. They made me feel confident and assisted in finding what kind of pistol was best for me. The classroom portion was done via Zoom meetings due to COVID. The instructors were attentive to the students and made sure everyone was paying attention and understood each concept before moving forward. I don’t have a single negative thing to say about this experience. I will continue to be involved in their meetings to further my skill and will be bringing friends! 10/10!
Kat Bradley
03:58 11 Aug 20
Extremely thorough! I highly respect the passion, time, and effort this team puts into their classes. I learned a lot and had fun comparing notes with my husband who took the class a few years back. This team is consistently improving their class structure and what they can offer. Very relaxed environment, as well, which helps ease some of the tension you may be feeling going through this process. Highly recommend.
Krista Weston
15:09 09 Aug 20
Great learning experience. I look forward to more training in the future. Highly recommend to anyone looking for training.
Charles Headrick
22:58 07 Aug 20
Great experience very helpful and knowledgeable
adrian Walker
19:36 05 Aug 20
This was a very easy to follow class and very informative. I have and will recommend it again.
Rodney Koons
11:53 04 Aug 20
Great experience!!!
Ethen Steele
15:17 03 Aug 20
This was my first experience taking a firearms class after the Plandemic. They executed the ZOOM meetings flawlessly, but the real fun was at the range. I LOVE how they are constantly emphasizing SAFETY from the very beginning. The crew running this show is top-notch! I highly recommend Armed2Defend, I'll be taking more classes here!
Sherm Stevens
13:29 03 Aug 20
Great staff and facility. Instructors presented the materials in a very effective manner and kept the participants engaged.
Craig Shepherd
22:00 02 Aug 20
Kevin and Alisha were great to work with. Class size was great and they were helpful and answered all questions I had. I have been back once for the range time and additional instruction. Great company and people to work with.
Tony Painter
19:43 02 Aug 20
Fantastic. Very well educated on the subject matter. Uses good materials. Nice range session. Kevin and Alisha are the best! Thank you again for a wonderful class!
Keith Jones
15:59 02 Aug 20
Highly recommend! The online classes were very convenient, well packaged, and the instructors know conceal carry inside & out.
Steve Tate
21:14 01 Aug 20
I was great enjoy every minute of the class on line me and wife I tell everyone I know to join these class it was great
Daniel Williams
13:04 31 Jul 20
The experience was great!
Paige Black
22:34 30 Jul 20
My son-in-law heard about A2D through a co-worker. He knew I wanted to take classes sooner rather than later (after COVID) so told me about them. I’m glad he did.The six hours of online training was interesting and very thoroughly executed. I didn’t doze off once! LOL! The instructors were very laid back and easy to follow, adding real live examples where possible. Made the material very easy to apply.The two hour range session was just as great! The instructor was patient for newbies; and adjusted to those who were more experienced. Trainers were very personable and made me feel they genuinely cared about my technique.To me, they earned every one of the five stars!
Juan Lumpkin
18:04 30 Jul 20
Efficient, professional and helpful. What more can you ask for.
Tom Wetmore
00:39 30 Jul 20
In taking the USCCA content driven CHL(CCW) course, it’s obvious that this family business cares about delivering the best content covering laws, safety, handgun and ammo knowledge, grip, stance, real life self defense cases and much more. They make even the most novice individual feel comfortable that they will walk away with renewed confidence to safely carry a handgun. Armed2Defend is not about throwing content at you for money. It is the BEST value for what you get in return of any course I researched! You won’t be disappointed!!
Moparman
23:04 29 Jul 20
Well organized and experienced staff made the training a safe, informative and pleasurable experience.
T M
00:02 27 Jul 20
I took the CCW class with Kevin and Alisha. They were awesome! Both the class and range time were beneficial even though I've been using guns my whole life. Highly recommend.
Daniel Cronk
00:16 24 Jul 20
Very professional and knowledgeable.
Billy Mehl
23:57 22 Jul 20
Great informative classes and range time. Instructors took the time to answer questions and make sure I was comfortable with what I was doing. I will go back for more training in the future.
Chrissy E
17:40 22 Jul 20
The classroom was very detailed and loved the attorney who instructed us on the legal issues. The range time was good but get there promptly as the classes are large especially if you are a beginner.Thanks to all the instructors for your teaching and encouragement and safety instruction!
Deanna Frick
02:24 20 Jul 20
This is a quality course, if you are in need of some training in the basic fundamentals of firearms you can't go wrong here. The instructor is knowledgeable, professional and a all around decent guy who has a genuine interest in the topic and the teaching of the course material. I live a full 2.5 hours away but would definitely do the drive again for this quality training in another discipline. Thanks for the training ARMED 2 DEFEND.
Da Hills
11:00 19 Jul 20
Had a great experience with Armed2Defend. Visiting the range for the first time by myself made me a little nervous, but once I arrived, I felt totally at ease. The experience is not intimidating and the lessons learned online prior to range training help you understand basic gun safety before you start! I only wish I had more time to actually think about/take notes with the different guns I tried...I felt a little rushed, but came away with a better understanding of what might be a better fit for me. I plan on coming back for more self defense training in the future.
Emily Kerstetter
16:51 17 Jul 20
I had a great time and the instructors are very knowledgeable, I recommended Armed2Defend to my family and all my friends for their CCW needs.
Charles Carr
00:20 17 Jul 20
The instructors were awsome made every session so easy to understand and very interesting and at the range everyone were so helpful to all students taking time with everyone so they could leave there very confident I would highly recommend to anyone to not look any further for training sign up here they make it so easy and I will be back soon to take the NRA training as soon as I can
Jeff Gamble
23:17 16 Jul 20
Our family took the Concealed Carry Class, instruction was great and we learned a lot. They provided a lot of good resources, especially for beginners like us. The range instructors were patient and thoughtful they ensured we understood how to handle our guns safely.
Kimberley Cowie
14:53 16 Jul 20
Kevin and Alisha are awesome people. There instructions are awesome. They do everything in there power to help you out like picking up your lunch, supply drinks during class and make sure you have all the course requirements. They call you personally to make sure you are good to go for the course and make sure you are practicing the course material. Just awesome instructor's and people. Thanks so much had a blast.
Tim Demers
21:19 15 Jul 20
Both Kevin and Alisha are very nice and informative. The price is very reasonable and and experience you get is awesome!
Dorcas Li
02:39 14 Jul 20
Very professional and Quality experience.
Carl Thomas
18:11 09 Jul 20
I had a great time and learned so much!
Stefanie Harrison
23:44 08 Jul 20
My wife and I took the conceal carry class and it was excellent! Tons of info, instructions and cautions regarding conceal carry. The range time was even better! Our instructor, Tim was so helpful and patient. My wife had not shot before and he really spent time with her understanding how to shoot. It’s a must for new gun owners, in my opinion. Thank you guys for the awesome training. And please tell Tim thanks too!!
Randall Rhodes
17:28 06 Jul 20
Excellent cc instructor. Very professional and informative. I would highly recommend Armed2Defend if you are wanting to get the concealed carry license.
Ralph Large
00:07 04 Jul 20
Kevin and Alisha were fantastic. They run a very professional business along with all of their instructors and I would recommend any of their classes especially for beginners!
Antonia L
20:16 27 Jun 20
Great experience! Kevin and Alisha were great instructors and I learned a lot about gun safety, laws, as well as tips on being a more accurate shooter. The zoom classes were very convenient for my schedule and the sampler pack at the range allowed me to try our a lot of different guns i would never usually shoot. Would highly recommend taking the course!
Zachary Mitchell
19:00 27 Jun 20
Kevin, Alisha and all of the instructors were amazing. Very informative, safe, thorough, and passionate. Our class was very engaged and they did a great job answering questions and explaining material. Thank you!
Ben Christy
22:21 22 Jun 20
I was quite nervous about attending a ccw class. Armed2Defend was awesome. They answered all my questions. The range was way better than I expected. All the instructors were helpful and informative. I would highly recommend taking this course with Armed2Defend.
Susan Garver
00:23 18 Jun 20
Great experience overall. The class wasn't boring and there wasn't that b.s. that I've seen in other classes, it's straight to the point with a comfortable atmosphere that's not full of storytelling and condescending rhetoric. Well put together and I recommend Armed2Defend to anyone, beginner or veteran.
Tom Lewis II
11:31 16 Jun 20
Very professional and easy to work with!
Dale Joiner
02:31 11 Jun 20
Had a great experience! All of the staff were awesome. The rest of my family will be getting their CCW training from here!
Mika R
01:52 11 Jun 20
The classes were very informative and the trainers at the range were super helpful. Definitely recommending to any friends interested in a CCW!
Alex
01:52 10 Jun 20
Great course! very knowledgeable and informative about ccw, gun safety and rules. Also a great gun range!
Meagan/Eric Riley
22:41 08 Jun 20