Instruction ranges from beginner handgun safety and concealed carry qualification to advanced tactical movement and defensive rifle courses. Class formats vary widely, with options for private one-on-one coaching, women-only groups, or full-day group workshops. Choosing the right provider depends on whether ammo and rentals are included in the fee or if you need to bring your own gear.
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Team Crucible, LLC
60 Jack Ellington Rd, Fredericksburg, VA 22406
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Affordable Security & Firearms Training
129 Industrial Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22408
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Trouble Defense Shooting Simulator Llc
10800 Courthouse Rd Ste D, Fredericksburg, VA 22408-2609
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Strategic Home Defense
22634-A Timberlake Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24502
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Armed & Confident Firearm Training, Llc
113 Sunburst Rd, Lynchburg, VA 24501-7772
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T4tactics
22634a Timberlake Rd Ste 207, Lynchburg, VA 24502-7304
Manassas 3
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Iron Sights Academy
9050 Hornbaker Rd, Manassas, VA 20109-3963
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Tactical Trash Pandas, Llc
10417 Balls Ford Rd, Manassas, VA 20109-2605
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Family Safety Training Center
7557 Centreville Rd Ste 106, Manassas, VA 20111-1749
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Green Ops
25050 Riding Plz Ste 130, Chantilly, VA 20152-5926
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Justified Defensive Concepts
25050 Riding Plz, Chantilly, VA 20152-5925
Fairfax 2
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Trouble Defense LLC
11166 Fairfax Blvd Ste 500, Fairfax, VA 22030
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Capital Defense Instruction, Llc
4000 Legato Rd Ste 1100, Fairfax, VA 22033-2893
Sterling 2
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Firearms Training With Paul
46859 Leesburg Pike Ste 302, Sterling, VA 20164-2253
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Tip Of The Spear Training Academy
10 Pidgeon Hill Dr Ste 20, Sterling, VA 20165-6153
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Southeast Education & Training, Lc
817 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451-4208
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Go2firearmsafety
3809 Princess Anne Rd Ste 116, Virginia Beach, VA 23456-1900
Alexandria 1
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SpecDive Tactical, LLC
5710 General Washington Dr, Alexandria, VA 22312
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Sirius Triggernometry Academy
2300 N Pershing Dr Ste 201, Arlington, VA 22201-1428
Aylett 1
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Paladin Firearms Training, Llc
6136 Herring Creek Rd, Aylett, VA 23009-2127
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Tactical 21
103 Watson Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23320-3928
Culpeper 1
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Humble Warrior Protection Llc
14222 Rixeyville Rd, Culpeper, VA 22701-4770
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Swift Precision, Llc
7118 Shreve Rd, Falls Church, VA 22043-3005
Hamilton 1
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Bullets & Beans
62 E Colonial Hwy, Hamilton, VA 20158-9009
Harrisonburg 1
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American Firearms Training
108 S Main St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801-3603
Henrico 1
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Proactive Shooters
9702 Gayton Rd PMB 185, Henrico, VA 23238-4907
Lake Ridge 1
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Executive Firearm Services
4196 Merchant Plz PMB 145, Lake Ridge, VA 22192-5085
Lorton 1
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Defensenow Llc
8194M Terminal Rd, Lorton, VA 22079-1443
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National Security & Survival Institute
1221 Mall Dr # 101, North Chesterfield, VA 23235-4737
Richmond 1
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Tds Training & Education
4615 W Broad St Ste 121, Richmond, VA 23230-3243
South Riding 1
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4th Box Training And Consulting Llc
25050 Riding Plz Ste 130-660, South Riding, VA 20152-5925
Staunton 1
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C-bar Firearms Training
1416 Churchville Ave, Staunton, VA 24401-1718
Suffolk 1
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Advanced Tactical
3575 Bridge Rd Ste 26, Suffolk, VA 23435
Vienna 1
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Bravo Zero Six
386 Maple Ave E Ste 202, Vienna, VA 22180-4720
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Training & Security Solutions
332 W Lee Hwy PMB 219, Warrenton, VA 20186-2428
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Boolits Builders LLC. Firearms Training Academy
331 GAINESBORO Rd, Winchester, VA 22603
Woodbridge 1
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Trin-tac Training Academy
13930 Minnieville Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22193-2309
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Good to know
Do I need to own a gun to take an introductory class?
Most beginner courses provide rental firearms and safety gear as part of the registration fee. You will usually just need to buy the appropriate ammunition at the facility or pay a small add-on fee for a student package.
How long does a concealed carry permit class take?
Class duration depends on state requirements, but most introductory qualification courses run between four and eight hours. They typically combine classroom instruction on local laws with a brief live-fire qualification on the range.
How much do firearm training classes typically cost?
Basic safety and state permit classes often cost between $75 and $150. Multi-day or specialized tactical courses generally run from $200 to $500 or more, excluding the cost of ammunition.
Can a felon go to a gun range?
Under federal law and state regulations in Virginia, convicted felons are generally prohibited from possessing or handling firearms and ammunition. Violating these laws at a shooting range can result in severe federal or state legal penalties. You can review safety guidelines and operational rules across 37 venues listed on RangeAtlas in Virginia.
How much is a concealed weapons permit?
The cost of a concealed weapons permit varies, usually ranging from forty to one hundred fifty dollars for state application fees plus background check processing. In Virginia, RangeAtlas lists 37 shooting and training locations where you can ask about state-specific permit requirements and documentation.