What they offer
- Format
- In person
- Also teaches in
- Alexandria, Virginia, Culpeper County, Virginia, Fairfax County, Virginia, Fauquier County, Virginia, Loudoun County, Virginia, Maryland, Prince William County, Virginia and Washington, DC
Classes
As published by the business.
Upcoming classes
| Class | Date | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1: Defender Ready (Classroom Only)- November 12th, 2026Beginner classroom-only defensive preparedness course: mindset, awareness, safety, and preparation; 3 hours; all equipment provided.At Defender Ready, 6317 Vint Hill Rd., Warrenton, VA 20187, United States | Date: Thu, Nov 12, 2026, 6 pm | $125 | Register for Tier 1: Defender Ready (Classroom Only)- November 12th, 2026, Bear Arms Training |
| Tier 2: Defensive Pistol & Concealed Carry Applications-November, 14th, 2026Flagship concealed carry and defensive handgun course: classroom, live fire, and defensive scenarios; 8 hours; certificate of completion for multi-state CCW paperwork.At Defensive Pistol & Concealed Carry Applications, Vint Hill Rd., Warrenton, VA 20187, United States | Date: Sat, Nov 14, 2026, 9 am | $250 | Register for Tier 2: Defensive Pistol & Concealed Carry Applications-November, 14th, 2026, Bear Arms Training |
| The Resilient Warrior Workshop (Low Visibility) : November 17th, 2026Women-only beginner personal safety workshop on less-lethal options (pepper spray, compact flashlights); outdoor training with practice units; equipment included.At The Resilient Warrior, 6317 Vint Hill Rd, Warrenton, VA 20187, United States | Date: Tue, Nov 17, 2026, 6:30 pm | $99 | Register for The Resilient Warrior Workshop (Low Visibility) : November 17th, 2026, Bear Arms Training |
| Private Shooting Tune-Up: November 21st, 2026 (90-minutes)Private 90-minute pistol or defensive carbine skill refresher, one-on-one, two-on-one, or up to four people; range fees included; ammunition student provided.At HOST, 9783 Old Foxville Rd., Warrenton, VA 20186, United States | Date: Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 10:30 am | $150 | Register for Private Shooting Tune-Up: November 21st, 2026 (90-minutes), Bear Arms Training |
| Private Shooting Tune-Up: November 21st, 2026 (90-minutes)Second same-day private 90-minute pistol or defensive carbine skill refresher session; range fees included; ammunition student provided.At HOST, 9783 Old Foxville Rd., Warrenton, VA 20186, United States | Date: Sat, Nov 21, 2026, 1:30 pm | $150 | Register for Private Shooting Tune-Up: November 21st, 2026 (90-minutes), Bear Arms Training |
| Tier 1: Defender Ready (Classroom Only)- December 3rd, 2026Beginner classroom-only defensive preparedness course: mindset, awareness, safety, and preparation; 3 hours; all equipment provided.At Defender Ready, 6317 Vint Hill Rd., Warrenton, VA 20187, United States | Date: Thu, Dec 3, 2026, 6 pm | $125 | Register for Tier 1: Defender Ready (Classroom Only)- December 3rd, 2026, Bear Arms Training |
| Ladies First : The Womens Handgun Experience Saturday, December 12th, 2026Women's handgun course for beginners and intermediate shooters in a women-only environment; 8 hours, classroom and live fire; no experience required.At Ladies First, 6317 Vint Hill Rd., Warrenton, VA 20187, United States | Date: Sat, Dec 12, 2026, 9 am | $250 | Register for Ladies First : The Womens Handgun Experience Saturday, December 12th, 2026, Bear Arms Training |
Courses offered
| Class | Format | Length | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Arms Training Instructor DevelopmentTier 3 professional development course for new and experienced firearms instructors: adult learning principles, instructional methodology, curriculum development, diagnosing shooter errors…Who it’s for: Certified instructors seeking professional development; Experienced shooters preparing to teach others; New firearms instructors; Range instructors and safety officersIncluded and extra costs: Adult learning principles; Coaching defensive shooters; Communication and presentation skills; Curriculum development; Diagnosing shooter errors; Instructional methodology; Reliable firearm, 250 rounds, holster, magazine pouch, eye/ear protection required | Format: In person | Length: 8 hr | Official page for Bear Arms Training Instructor Development, Bear Arms Training |
| Defensive Pistol & The Concealed Carry WayFlagship 6-hour concealed carry and defensive handgun course: use-of-force law, environmental awareness, de-escalation, concealed carry principles, mindset, ethics, and a live-fire evaluation…Who it’s for: Participants aged 21 and overIncluded and extra costs: 150–200 rounds of factory ammunition required; De-escalation; Environmental awareness; Equipment rental available (limited supply); Ethical considerations; Live-fire evaluation; Mindset; Principles of concealed carry; Use-of-force lawProvider’s credential claim: Provider states that on completion students receive a certificate of completion from Bear Arms Training and, if they have not yet obtained a concealed carry permit, the course qualifies them to receive one, which is reciprocated in thirty-six states pursuant to the Commonwealth of Virginia. (credential source captured October 23, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 6 hr | Official page for Defensive Pistol & The Concealed Carry Way, Bear Arms Training |
| Defender Ready (Foundations of Personal Defense)Tier 1 beginner classroom-only course (no firearms) on defensive mindset, situational awareness, threat identification, safe firearm handling, and use-of-force law.Who it’s for: Beginners; New or prospective firearm ownersIncluded and extra costs: Defensive mindset and situational awareness; Real-world defensive scenarios and applications; Safe and efficient firearm handling under stress; Threat identification and decision-making; Understanding use-of-force laws | Format: In person | Length: 3 hr | Official page for Defender Ready (Foundations of Personal Defense), Bear Arms Training |
| Virginia Self-Defense Law for Armed CitizensTwo-hour legal workshop on Virginia use-of-force law, the J.O.P.A. test, Castle Doctrine, stand-your-ground vs duty to retreat, and real Virginia self-defense court cases. No firearm required.Who it’s for: Concealed carry permit holders; Virginia gun ownersIncluded and extra costs: Castle Doctrine in Virginia; J.O.P.A. test; No firearm required; Real Virginia self-defense court cases; Stand Your Ground vs Duty to Retreat; Virginia use-of-force law | Format: In person | Length: 2 hr | Official page for Virginia Self-Defense Law for Armed Citizens, Bear Arms Training |
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