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Defensive Arts Center

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Portland, OR

Self-described as follows: Defensive Arts Center, LLC is a training organization and firearms retailer in Portland, Oregon offering concealed carry and tactical firearm courses. Pro Shop, FFL transfers, and gunsmithing services are currently suspended during a transitional restructuring phase.

Profile updated July 12, 2026

What they offer

Firearm instructor

Credentials
ACCJT, SABRE, TASER (Axon), USCCA, AVERT (HSI), UTAH BCI, NRA, AMERICAN RED CROSS and 4 more

Gun shop

Transfers
FFL transfers

Classes

  • Concealed Carry (CHL)
  • Use of Force
  • Baton Certification
  • Handcuffing Certification
  • OC Spray Certification
  • TASER Certification
  • Counter Assault Tactics
  • Martial Skills for the Security Professional
  • CPR, AED & First Aid
  • Emergency Trauma
  • Gun Safety Training
  • FFL Transfer Services
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  • Armorer Services & Light Gunsmithing

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Defensive Arts Center is one of 4 firearms instructors in Portland, OR that our research has identified. Overall, USA Arms lists 6 gun shops and 4 firearms instructors in Portland; a place can have more than one role.

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