FAQ
Common questions about instruction, scheduling and requirements.
Defense Firearm Training Academy is located at 11106 Hollowbrook Rd, Owings Mills, MD 21117, serving Maryland, United States.
The academy offers Wear and Carry classes, the Handgun Qualification License (HQL) course, and the NRA Basic Pistol course.
The Wear and Carry class is a 16-hour class and includes 1 hour of range time. The listed price is $250.
The Handgun Qualification License (HQL) program is a 4-hour class and includes 1 hour of range time. The listed price is $150.
Yes. The NRA Basic Pistol course is offered by the academy. Contact DFTA for current details.
Yes. Instruction starts from the beginning, safe handling, grip, stance, sight alignment and trigger control, before any live fire on the range.
Safe handling and storage, pistol shooting fundamentals, carrying and drawing responsibly, Maryland firearm law, the defensive mindset, and supervised live fire.
NRA Instructor, NRA Qualified Range Safety Officer, and Maryland Qualified Handgun Instructor.
Call or message 443-903-5673, reach the academy on WhatsApp at 443-903-5673, or email Instructor.dfta@gmail.com.