I recently partnered with Michael on a training retreat for myself and a couple of other women…read moreinterested in becoming more proficient with their firearms. I cannot say enough positive things about him! He is HIGHLY knowledgeable, professional, safe and has the most comforting demeanor. I can't wait to work with him again! I feel so blessed and lucky to have found him. If I lived closer I would train with him as often as possible. Highly recommend!

Fantastic classes from a very knowledgeable instructor. You get what you pay for! Michael ensures…read moreeveryone leaves with the knowledge they need from the course. He has a lot of patience and the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely. I don't think you'll find a better instructor in the area.

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I recently completed the MD CCW class. I thought the class was well thought out. Mr. Barnes is an…read moreexcellent instructor. He is patient and lead the class on various discussions. The facilities for training are top notch. I would recommend if you take this class to bring lunch and drinks as the location is a bit far from fast food locations. Definitely a great class and instructor. I would highly recommend MD Gun Training Center.

I'm active duty and these guys are 100% LEGIT you'll learn exclusive things that nobody else will…read moreteach you 1000% recommend!

Let me start by pointing out that I'm in Gaithersburg, which is in Montgomery County…read more I had been meaning to get my HQL for several months but I wanted to do the appropriate research beforehand. I noticed that there were many programs in my vicinity but the prices varied and it seemed as though they were just doing the HQL course as a side hustle. When I came across John's site and his videos, I just got a great vibe that he was a stand up guy and is truly in it to instruct and focus on the important thing: SAFETY! I had reached out to a local company and it took them over a week to get back in touch with me. I was very impressed with the quick response I received from Susan at Fortress Training. I was also somewhat overwhelmed knowing that there were multiple "stops" to make to finally apply for the permit. It really put my mind at ease knowing that everything I needed to do could be taken care of at one place and all at the same time. I took a 9am Saturday morning course in Ellicott City at a local establishment. It was about a 45 minute drive but it was absolutely worth the drive. The course was a lot of fun and everyone I interacted with from Fortress Training had a great sense of humor, so it calmed my nerves (having never fired a handgun before). John introduced himself at the beginning and stuck around for the first half but Dean was our "official" instructor. Both of them had a wealth of knowledge and offered up advice if anyone asked. I really liked that they gave an in depth explanation of MD gun laws, so we left with some excellent and practical information. They were very patient with each student that had questions and their honesty was appreciated. It was also nice to know that they weren't trying to sell me anything. They had several options for things they offered ie small fee for filling out the HQL permit for us, fingerprinting on site (which has to be done before applying for the permit regardless) but you could tell that they didn't NEED our money. I just wish everybody conducted their business this way. Susan was extremely organized and was sharp as a tack with all the forms and paperwork. It was a totally streamlined process and I'm glad I didn't have to run around town putting together everything needed just to be able to apply for the permit. I look forward to taking another course in the future. These guys are the way to go, especially since they're locals and have been around for a while.

I cannot say enough about Instructor K and her team, Rashard and Smitty. My experience was…read morethoroughly positive! The team was immediately welcoming and extremely accommodating. The team worked cohesively and presented the course content expertly and patiently until understanding was achieved. Legally Protected perfectly balances a fun, energized atmosphere with the very serious business of firearms legal and safety education. I intend to continue my training with K and her team at Legally Protected. I can confidently recommend it to anyone!

Helpful, fun, informative. Made training and process no hassle. I can't recommend them enough.read more

A fine orator once boldly proclaimed, "And I keep a baby glock, I ain't fightin' with no random…read more Period!" Ok, ok. It's just a City Girl lyric. And no, I don't plan to walk around with a gun in my purse (Maryland state gun laws prohibit that anyway), but I have been wanting to learn how to properly use a gun and to get my handgun license. I had only been to the gun range once and I remember not being fully prepared to handle the recoil. I found Prolific Operations through Instagram and realized it is a Black-owned business, led by two men with more than a decade each of firearms experience. I emailed a few questions that I had about what the class covers and COVID-related safety protocols and received really prompt (and reassuring!) responses. Registration was very simple and the class started promptly the day of. There were several bottles of hand sanitizer, everyone stayed spaced out, and the instructional guns were disinfected between students. The class was super informative and safety rules were constantly reinforced. We all drove to a gun range about 15 minutes away where we were able to use the knowledge we obtained in the classroom. Even as a petite woman with long acrylic nails, I was confident in holding and firing the gun because of how well we were taught to hold the gun. I highly recommend Prolific Operations if you want to obtain your HQL and familiarize yourself with how to properly operate a firearm. They are professional, great instructors, and still manage to be safe during this pandemic. Besides, the world is crazy and it's important to be able to protect yourself and know what you're doing!

Great class! Very proffessional and detailed training. The instructors all knew key details the…read morestudents had about hand guns (laws, use and transporation of weapons). The time at the gun range was very helpful and gave me experience with guns.

Great experience. His training focuses not just on conceal carry and protecting yourself. But…read moreunderstanding the consequences of using a firearm to protect yourself. Understanding that the use of deadly force whether justified or not will come with challenges regardless of whether you were right or wrong. Reminding students that you are responsible for where that ammunition lands, ex: inadvertently hitting an innocent person. It's a reminder that the right to carry and the use of deadly force should not be taken lightly. I think this is a key point. I found his class to be through and you can tell he takes his job seriously.

I paid MDT $150 via Zelle in May 2025 for a firearms cleaning and safety training session before…read moredeploying overseas. The trainer canceled the morning of the appointment due to a family emergency and promised to reschedule. He never contacted me again, and the office also stopped responding. I reached out multiple times to set a new date or request a refund--no reply, no service, and no refund. I have since reported this to the BBB, Zelle, and my military chain. Very unprofessional and disappointing. I have all receipts and documentation.

I took the class, and needed to do the shooting over again as I did not meet the qualifications per…read moreNRA Rules and however that's not the requirement in MD... IT'S that you have to had discharged a firearm and which I did. I reached out to his office about this and crickets. Waste of my time and money

An excellent school with a very professional staff and good prices to match. I'm glad I found this…read moreschool to continue my education in armed security.

Brian is an amazing instructor!!! Will definitely recommend to anyone or any company!read more