Aaron Mleziva is an awesome trainer. His experience and knowledge immediately makes you feel…read morecomfortable during his concealed carry training. That's a big deal when training with weapons. He doesn't tolerate carelessness and makes you respect the gun. He also created a training that was part book and part field training. I am extremely grateful to have had him as my trainer. Thank you for teaching me how to protect and challenge myself, while respecting the weapon. I recommend him to everyone! Especially women :)

We took our concealed carry permit classes with Aaron. He was able to present and teach the class…read morein a professional manner. He made the class interesting and fun to learn. He is highly experienced and when teaching you know he understands what he's talking about. He is someone who "practices what they preach". After the classroom portion and taking our tests we went to his home range to undergo the hands on portion. We were able to qualify and put into practice what we had learned in the classroom and Aaron was our safety officer. He made the hands on time at the range just as enjoyable and safe for everyone who qualified that day. I highly recommend HIGH READY.

I recently conducted a FFL sale with Protect & Defend. Top rate company. My experience was…read morefantastic. I will definitely return and highly recommend.

I had a great experience with FFL. I will definitely use them again in the near future.read more

Great experience, no complaints! I love how small the classes are so you can get real hands on…read moreexperience catered towards your needs. Best gun training class in the area.

Jerome West and Mike Young are GREAT Instructors. I had never shot a gun prior to completing the…read morecourse, and after completion I feel very empowered and informed about gun laws and gun safety. Thank you for being professional and VERY knowledgeable

Over the last twenty-plus years, I have attended and hosted more than thirty-five professional…read morefirearms training classes conducted by nationally recognized instructors. In 2025, I participated in the Open Arms Red Dot class (twice) and the Low Light class. The quality of instruction and the safety provided have exceeded many of my prior training experiences. Open Arms excels at providing efficient and clear instruction. Matthew R.

I have been taking classes with Adam for nearly 5 years. Every class has moved the dial forward on…read moremy confidence and competency as a shooter. He is serious about safety and gun handling, but also encouraging and engaging. His classes can accommodate a variety of skill levels, enabling each person to achieve his or her own success. I train regularly, and Adam is a regular on my training schedule. Give him a try, you won't regret it!

Last night was my first interaction with Mark Warner and Liberty Firearms, and I must say that it…read morewas a great experience. As a basic requirement to obtain a concealed carry permit as a VA resident, you must complete a competency course issued by a NRA certified instructor. After looking at several classes that would meet the requirements, I settled on Liberty Firearms because of the great cost and frequency of available courses. I am not new to firearms or concealed carry, so my expectations were very low going into this class. Once Mark started, I was very impressed by his knowledge and presentation style. Firearms are a complex subject when it comes to state and local law that is usually hard to clearly answer without pouring through vague statues and codes or speaking with an attorney. Mark did an exceptional job walking through the responsibility, morality, awareness, training and resources for novice shooters to determine if owning a firearm would be right for them. I felt more knowledgeable and confident regarding local gun laws than I did before his class, and certainly plan on taking his advanced concealed carry class to learn more. I understand that Mark is not an attorney and can only give his understanding of the law, but it is a very solid base to work from and verify for myself. All in all, I was very happy with this class and Mark's professional approach to firearms. He is a valuable instructor who has the knowledge and experience to educate firearm owners so that they will be safe and confident in their ability to operate a handgun. I would highly recommend Liberty Firearms to friends and family of all ages who are considering buying and carrying personal defense pistols.

I attended the Concealed Carry class last weekend and enjoyed it immensely. The instructor was…read moreengaging, informed, and this company does a great job of teaching you about the responsibilities that accompany holding a concealed carry permit. You take a short test at the end of the class and if you pass, can receive the certificate.

If you're looking for a professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly patient firearms instructor,…read morelook no further than Adam. As an NRA-certified instructor, he delivers a perfect balance of technical expertise, safety, and approachability that puts even the most nervous first-timer at ease. From the moment we arrived, Adam created a welcoming and respectful environment, emphasizing safety protocols while demystifying the mechanics and responsibilities of handling a firearm. His instruction was clear, thorough, and empowering. Adam took the time to walk us through every step--proper stance, grip, sight alignment, trigger control--and ensured we understood the why behind each concept. Whether you're brand new or looking to refine your skills, Adam adapts his style to meet you where you are. By the end of the session, we felt confident, competent, and much more informed. You can tell he genuinely cares about helping people become safe, responsible shooters. We'll absolutely be back for more training and cannot recommend Adam highly enough.

Adam Wise, this is who I used for my concealed weapon license. Adam is a first class easy to learn…read morefrom instructor. He breaks everything down in such a manner that you will never forget safety rules, how to handle a a firearm with accuracy, and ensure and an easy manner that you will understand. Having and using a firearm is something to be taken seriously with security and safety is ultimate consideration at all times. Adam Wise, ensures that this is printed in your mind.

This was a great class, great overall experience. Very thorough, clear cut and to the point…read more Instructor gives great feedback and great at working with beginners

Excellent course- covered the laws of what you can and can't do as well as weapon safety. Look…read moreforward to doing another class.

Excellent training and instructors. My team will be using them for all entry level and in-service…read moreDCJS training going forward.