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John Allen

Instructor

John is certified to teach Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Home Firearm Safety and is a Chief Range Safety Officer.  While teaching shooting classes since 2017 John has had hundreds of students both youth and adults. He is the former shooting sports director for the local Boy Scout Camp and the Scout council shooting sports committee chairman.  With a firm belief of Safety-first and foremost, John works with each student individually to develop their knowledge of firearm safety and use.
George Valentine - Instructor

George Valentine

Instructor

George is a certified NRA Pistol instructor who has extensive experience in competitive pistol shooting and is active in local IDPA and USPSA matches. He has been a member of a local church's Safety Team for the last eight years. George has spent his professional life working for a major energy supply company as an Engineering Technical Consultant for the last 36 years.
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Michael Brame

Instructor

Michael Brame brings nearly a decade of experience in the private security sector, with expertise in private investigations and personal protection services. From 2016 onward, he has built a reputation for professionalism and discretion. As the founder of a security firm specializing in bodyguard services for Virginia politicians, Michael successfully operated his company for three years, delivering high-level protection to public officials. He has held a Concealed Handgun Permit since 2001 and has been a certified NRA Pistol Instructor since 2021, reflecting his ongoing commitment to safety, training, and excellence in the field.
Todd Long - Instructor

Todd Long

Instructor

Todd is an NRA Range Safety Officer, NRA Pistol Instructor, and has had Crisis Intervention Team training. Todd currently serves as a full-time Professional Firefighter EMT and instructs at the fire academy as well as teaching fire and life safety education for ages five to adult. He earned his Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and continues to enhance his credentials by furthering his training with many recognized leaders in firearms instruction.

John Kochensparger

John Kochensparger

Education Director

John Kochensparger has spent his entire career in law enforcement and security since 1973 with more than 21 contiguous years as a school director and trainer in private security services (VA DCJS 88-1190). The other highlights include, in chronological order: 

  • U. S. Army Military Police, 
  • Sergeant, 
  • Investigator and Physical Security Inspector; 
  • Armed security officer as a college student; 
  • Police Officer, City of Alexandria, VA; 
  • National trainer; 
  • Corporate security director Washington, DC; 
  • Electronic security; 
  • Administrator at the VA Department of Criminal Justice Services.

                    PC Hecker - Instructor

                    Philip C. Hecker

                    Director

                    Phillip C Hecker has 20 plus years’ experience in the government and security arena. He is certified as a Pistol, Rifle and Shotgun expert. Is a NRA Certified Instructor, he brings safety to the table while educating you on all levels of defense and situational awareness. As one of the leaders in Situational Awareness development, he brings a level of skill to the table that is rarely experienced in the Self- Protection and Defense arena.

                    Course Catalog

                    welcome to the COURSE CATALOG

                    Have a group? We offer private classes to groups with a minimum of 25 people for the Virginia/Utah Non-Resident Concealed Carry Class, group of 4 for a handgun class, group of 10 for the NRA basic shotgun and rifle shooting courses and a minimum of 10 people for all other classes. Your group can either come to our academy or our instructors can come to you! Contact Us to schedule today!

                    Virginia Concealed 

                    Carry Class

                    The Concealed Carry/Gun Safety Course fulfills the requirement necessary to apply for a Virginia Resident Concealed Handgun Permit.


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                    Virginia/Utah non-resident Concealed 

                    Carry Class

                     If you do not yet have your Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) or if you already have your Virginia CHP and want to get your Utah Non-Resident Concealed Carry Permit, this class is designed specifically for you!


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                    Virginia DCJS Classes

                    We offer multiple Virginia DCJS Classes to ensure you meet regulatory requirements for employment. 


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                    Beginner 
                    Handgun

                    The Beginner Handgun Course teaches basic handling of a handgun at a local range.


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                    Situational 
                    awareness

                    Can you observe your surroundings and prevent an attack before it happens? Situational Awareness will help you see the world with new eyes.


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                    NRA Basic Rifle 
                    Shooting Course

                    Do you have the the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely handle a rifle? Learn now from a 

                    NRA Certified Instructor.


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                    Intermediate 
                    Handgun

                    The Intermediate Handgun Course is a half-day live fire continuation course of the Beginner Handgun Course.


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                    self 
                    defense 

                    Our Self Defense Training Program is currently being redeveloped. Please contact us for more information on the next session.


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                    NRA Basic Shotgun 

                    Shooting Course

                    Shotgun Shooting Course is a class where students develop the knowledge & skills necessary to safely use a shotgun to shoot moving targets.

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                    Advanced  
                    Handgun

                    The Advanced Handgun Course is a full-day live fire continuation course of the Intermediate Handgun Course.


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                    Women's 

                    Workshop

                    The Women's Self Defense Workshop is a full-day event. Come learn self defense and situational awareness in a fun group setting.


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                    Anchor

                    Course

                    Empower your agency with the ANCHOR 40-Hour Crisis Intervention Training. The gold standard in modern crisis response.  


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                    Life Saving Courses

                    Do you have the the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to safely handle a life threatening emergency? Learn now from a 

                    Licenced Health & Safety Institute   Instructor.


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