Best self-defense training on the eastern seaboard. Highly…read morerecommend them for L E, and civilian.

Albeit I have served in the British Army, including with Coalition Forces in Iraq and Afghanistan,…read moreas I have not served in the US military I had to do the requisite Handgun Qualification License Course to qualify to own a handgun in Maryland. I booked myself and my wife on the HQL Course with Annapolis Defense & Security. My wife has very little handgun experience. I served for 22 years as a Sapper, former Commando and Military Diver with extensive handgun experience, including concealed carry; I wondered what I was going to learn. The course was outstanding, Joe is a phenomenally experienced Instructor; I learned a lot and even though a small part of the course, Joe helped me iron out a few habits! Joe easily catered to the different experience levels in the class and no-one was lost throughout the course, as the content was explained and different experience levels were catered for. I will definitely be using ADS again, so my wife and I can progress our handgun experience in a safe and healthy environment, which I trust. I recommend ADS to anyone, irrespective of experience level; they have my strongest recommendation.

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 absolutely LOVE this store! The guys there are all so helpful friendly and knowledgeable. Eric,…read moreJake, Benny, Chuck and Vince tou guys have never let me down. I just bought my 3rd firearm from there in a year. Not 1 regret, never made to feel dumb or anything but welcome Thank you 10/10 Rick Enos

Still the best in the area for all your firearm needs. The lowest transfer and consignment fees in…read morethe region by a mile. If they don't have it in stock, Tyler's can order it and have it in store ready for pickup in a week. They also have a nice selection of suppressors and make the form 4 process a breeze for anyone new to the world of NFA. 10/10 for service, quality and value!

Chris was an amazing instructor. Someone who is very knowledgeable about his field. In this class…read moreyou'll learn what it takes to buy, own, and be responsible with a handgun. I also purchased a handgun from him and it was like getting custom fitting for football equipment! 11/10 recommend!

Competative pricing, small classes and excellent instruction with an emphasize on gun safety. I was…read morevery pleased with the class. Chris, the instructor was excellent. He was very easy to talk to and really seemed to care about every student. Snacks and drinks were provided during the four hour class. A few days after the class I texted Chris with a few questions. He got right back to me with the answers I needed. He was very helpful and is very knowledgeable about Maryland's gun laws. I would highly recommend this class to anyone wanting their HQL.

​Jen is an outstanding and highly professional instructor! I would absolutely recommend for…read morebeginners through seasoned experts who are interested in getting their Maryland Wear and Carry (CCW, HGP, whatever Maryland calls it nowadays) permit! I took the 2-day, 16-hour Maryland Wear and Carry course and was thoroughly impressed by Jen's deep expertise and genuine passion for the subject. I never felt bored or overwhelmed, and she cultivated a comfortable atmosphere where questions were always welcome. She has a remarkable talent for making complex material, especially Maryland's tomb of firearm regulations, both engaging and easy to understand. The course is a true one-stop shop. Jen simplifies the entire application process by offering on-site fingerprinting at cost and passport photos for free, and even provides individual assistance with filling out the HGP paperwork. The range qualification was conducted with the utmost safety and professionalism. Her instructions were crystal clear, and she provided excellent, patient coaching to those with less experience. ​As an added bonus, her training also qualifies you for permits in Arizona and Florida. If you are serious about getting your carry permit and want top-tier instruction at a very reasonable price, look no further. I will definitely be returning for future classes with her!

Took the class in Cambridge, MD very convenient for us on the Eastern Shore. Instructor was great,…read moreclass was great. We did shoot in the wind and snow on Sunday morning and it wasn't as bad as you would think. The class was half men and half women and all of us passed the shooting qualification in the wind and snow.

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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.

Received contact information from the NATA Website for fingerprints. Out of 4 people he was the…read morefirst to respond to my email within a few hours. We set the appointment for the next day. His hours are pretty good for they go late in the evening/night. I had slight difficulty finding the office on my own but a quick phone call to him and he directed me in. As I approached he was standing outside waiting for me or catching some fresh air. The incubator office space is cute clean and efficient.. the location is nice you could actually make a day of it since it's centrally located near the Power Plant amongst eateries, shops and the harbor. The whole process took about 30-40 mins for paperwork and fingerprinting. Definitely recommend his services

From the owner: While we no longer offer Bail Bonds, we are creating a one stop shop experience for our customers…read more We specialize in CJIS Fingerprints, Security Guard Initial Training, First Aid/CPR/AED Training, Notaries, Handgun Training, Process Service and Life Insurance.

The friendliest gun range in town .. Nothing could be more factual. Great prices we bought 2…read morefirearms here, wife took private lessons, we received our MD Wear and Carry Permits and renewals as well as 2 others and other training. Membership highly recommended for savings Great value! Thank you guys Rick and Missy Enos

Pro: moderate size parking lot, clean interior. Con:…read morebathroom. Came here to do my HQL class and it was fairly quick and simple. Moderate size parking lot so no issue finding a parking space. Upon entering I check in with the staff in front and then headed upstairs to where the class was held. Our instructor Stephanie was engaging and made class fun. Got our fingerprint done during class and then after the lecture we went and did some live firing. One of the downside is the bathroom only has 1 urinal and 1 stall, on this day the urinal was out of order so a long wait time to use the bathroom since only have one stall. All in all, it was a very straight forward process to completing the class and getting my HQL certificate and I would highly recommend anyone who in the area and need a HQL class to get it here. As for me I won't be back unfortunately due to the distance, gas price, and having to drive through dingy Baltimore to get to this facility.