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.

Just got my CCW training from M.R. Tactical and it was awesome! The people who train you are…read moreawesome, funny, knowledgeable, and very down to earth. It was a two day long training and I loved it. Can't wait to sign up for another training in the future.

Small intimate setting for self-defense training by an expert in the field. Highly recommend him…read moreand his staff. Very matter-of-fact with out pretending they can tell you what DA's or lawyers will do, as Vinny will tell you, he is not a lawyer, but has the decades of experience in executive protection and military experience in self-defense to tell you what you should say, have, and do to maximize your safety, responses to threats, and minimize your risks. Just took a class there last night on defending the home. Afterwards he let us see & use the laser room, and Airsoft training room. I watched him and his staff give some quick basic instruction to a few people. Very impressed. Did not take pictures. Wish I had.

Vinny was very informative and knowledgeable. A true expert in the field. His class was very…read moreengaging and he kept things interesting. I would strongly recommend his services to anyone. Thanks Vinny!

Went for the ladies pistol event. Had a great time, staff is extremely knowledge and friendly,…read moresafety is first in every step. Also took a private lesson, very helpful and understanding. Felt much more comfortable after lesson and event handling pistols!

Today was supposed to be an enjoyable first experience at the shooting range for us. It was my…read morefriend's birthday, and we were all looking forward to having a good time. Up until we reached the Gun Range counter, every staff member we interacted with had been welcoming, respectful, and genuinely pleasant. Unfortunately, that changed the moment we spoke with the employee at the Gun Range counter -- the one with ginger-colored hair. When he asked whether it was our first time shooting, I answered honestly that it was my first time. My husband also mentioned that our friends would be arriving shortly and that one of them, who teaches Senior MilitaryTactical Fire Arm Instructor for 19 years would be helping us. Instead of responding professionally, the employee made an unnecessary and disrespectful comment. He said, first, that it was "freaking awesome," but then immediately followed it with, "people in the military are the worst shooters we've ever encountered." Our friends haven't even arrived yet. That statement alone was aggravating, unprofessional, and completely out of line. He didn't even see or talk to our friend before making that judgment. It was insulting not only to our friend's service but to anyone who has served. His tone and attitude were dismissive and condescending from that point forward. It is completely unacceptable for a man who has risked his life in service to this country to be spoken about or to be belittled in such a manner. He then turned to me and said he was "honestly concerned" that this was my first time shooting -- speaking to me as if I were a child rather than an adult customer. I already struggle with confidence, and his approach was unnecessary, rude, and completely inappropriate for someone working in a customer-facing environment. Instead of making me feel safe, informed, or supported, he made me feel judged and talked down to. When I entered the gun range, the same employee who had already made unnecessary comments about it being my first time shooting continued to behave unprofessionally. He stood there staring at me and making a face that was clearly judgmental and unwelcome. His demeanor made me extremely uncomfortable. I ended up firing only one round before deciding to leave because the environment he created did not feel respectful, supportive, or appropriate for a first‑time shooter. What makes this even more disappointing is that my husband was planning to take classes there and buy his guns. After this interaction, it's clear that this employee needs to be addressed. His attitude, his comments, and the way he speaks to customers are unacceptable. He needs to be reminded of what professionalism looks like and how to treat people with basic respect. I would also like to note our interaction with the second gentleman who approached the counter. He was very polite and spoke to us in a respectful, reassuring manner. When I mentioned that the previous employee's behavior had made me feel nervous, he responded by saying, "Oh yeah, he's a ginger -- he's just like that. He's not as bad as he seems." Although he was kind in his approach, his attempt to excuse the earlier unprofessional behavior was inappropriate and did not address the underlying concern. Since I am aware that your facility has a history of reviewing camera footage to justify an employee's behavior, I want to clarify what was occurring at that moment. After the employee's inappropriate comment, my husband was simply trying to talk to me and lighten the mood because he could see that I was uncomfortable and upset. His intention was to reassure me, not to escalate the situation. He was simply trying to calm me down and reminded me not to let an employee's overinflated ego interfere with my ability to enjoy the experience. I would find any response that deflects accountability for your employees actions is unacceptable and disrespectful to our Men and Women of our Military.

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!

Best gun store in Baltimore. Theyre attentive and patient and are never afraid or make you feel…read moreashamed of not knowing something. Could stand there all day and talk gun shop! Prices are way more fair than any other store near by, tbh in Md. #1 recommendation for everything guns. From safes/accessories to classes on home defense. They gotchu. Their big on give the same respect given. Stand up fellas. Love em!

I agree. I used Andrew's services over 5 years ago and he was fantastic! Very professional,…read moreeducational and personable. Will utilize his services soon.

Amazing teacher & team. Very professional & friendly. Left the class with a lot more knowledge that…read morebefore.

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

Had a great time learning about gun safety here! Highly recommend! John was entertaining and…read moreengaged with us the whole time!

If something makes you uncomfortable or you lack a skill, i believe you should step into it and…read morelearn as much as you can. My husband and I took our HQL certification class with Master Arms & Tactical. It was fun and relatable! Instructors are very informative and take time to answer questions. Plus, they are super patient! The class held a mix of students from every background and skill level, which made it feel super inclusive. They walk you through the MD Gun Laws. They teach you what firearms are and aren't. There is a practical session to just get familiar with holding a gun if you haven't done that before. They instruct you on the mechanics of shooting, with stance, sight, breath and firing. Then you get to shoot a hand gun. It is inside the classroom with a crayon shot...which was nice because it wasn't too loud. They must be pretty good because I hit the target square on my first try!...and I've never fired a handgun before! I would recommend Master Arms & Tactical if you need your HQL class or if you are just trying to understand something you don't have a skill in!

My experience has always been amazing with Magnum IFT. Mr. Victor is an exceptional instructor. He…read moredoesn't make you feel stupid for asking common sense questions and he takes his time so you never feel rushed. He is an expert when it comes to training and firearms. His service is top tier and he makes sure that all your paperwork is correct, which is a service that not all instructors or agencies offer. That is the reason I initially picked his firm and he has a lifetime customer in me and all family and friends that I refer. The prices are budget friendly as well. When my children are of age, as long as he is still an instructor, I have every intention of having him teach them as well. I highly recommend Magnum IFT !

From the owner: Magnum IFT offers over 25 years of experience in the private detective field for your investigative…read moreneeds. We also offer firearms training classes for individuals and groups that want their HQL (Handgun Qualifications License) and/or Wear and Carry Permit for Maryland. Magnum IFT can provide personal protective services for executives and V.I.P.s, using a off duty police, retired law enforcement and qualified military veterans.

My experience was five stars easy! Took the online course…read moreand went in for the skills portion. Instructor/ owner was really good. No-nonsense approach and efficient. This is my new place and YES! If you're a provider you will earn AHA not some off-Walmart brand rip off generic version of a certification. Mannequins clean, lots of hand sanitizers, plenty of parking too.

Pro: big parking lot, lot of classes offer, vending machine. Con: traffic…read more As a nurse looking for an ACLS class to take for my certification I came across this place on the BaySideCPR website since it was only 30 min from my home. To get here I had to drive across the terrible traffic of university Maryland College Park and they always doing road work. So many speed camera on this stretch of road. The building is clean and offer vending if needed. This location offers many classes such as BLS, ACLS, PALS. I did my ACLS online and came to class for the hands on training. My instructor Kyle Hasting is a knowledgeable & chill dude who work at the station. All in all a good place to get your certification.