Homeland Protection Service, Office Of Investigations
About
HPS teaches the mandatory VA “in-person”, CCW firearms training and safety course in 4 to 5 hours. You pick the date, time and place! We go to you!
During this fun and educational course, you will learn handgun types/gun safety rules/handgun operation/nomenclature/stance/grip/aiming/trigger/breath, ammo/magazine parts/loading, malfunctions, cleaning storage. Ask as many questions as you want!
Unlike other gun training classes, you will prove gun safe handling on an actual shooting range! You will receive a nice certificate to include with your CCW application.
Non-resident of VA, will receive a signed affidavit, 2 x 2 pictures, and be fingerprinted. Call (703) 988-1091 to register.
TIME: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. (please arrive early)
RANGE: To be announced - local range near you.
PHONE: (703) 088-1091 (instructor)
CLASS: We will let you know where the classroom is at time of registration.
WEATHER: See local weather report online.
PARKING: In front of the range. Lock your vehicle.
RESTROOM: Inside gun store.
ID: Bring photo ID
PAYMENT: Collected BEFORE start of class in order to register.
CAPACITY: 5 Students max.
BRING: Student Packet and sign the Release and Disclosure attached
DRESS: See Student Packet Page #7 of the Student Packet
FINGERPRINT: On-Site same day (For non-resident only)
PICTURE: On-Site same day (For non-resident only)
AFFIDAVIT: On-Site same day (For non-resident only)
CERTIFICATE: Given on the range after you shoot. Photos are optional
GUNS/AMMO: Provided or bring your own. NO AMMO IN CLASSROOM
HEARING: Bring foam earplugs or muffs - buy at the range also
EYE: Prescription glasses OK, must-have eyewear (no sunglasses)
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Frequently asked questions
What is your typical process for working with a new student?
VA CCW IN-PERSON shooting class. $125. Sign up today.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
U.S. Marine, Federal Agent, Secret Service, Federal Air Marshal, NRA Firearms Instructor, law enforcement.
Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.
$125 individual, includes gun, ammo, target, range fees
Group more than 3 rates apply
Group rates
Couples rates
How did you get started teaching?
NRA certified instructor. Teaching safe gun handling and shooting for over 30-years.
What types of students have you worked with?
All. Homeland Protection Service is an equal opportunity firearms instruction agency. All are welcome even students with limited English ability.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
2nd Amendment right to bear arms.
What advice would you give a student looking to hire a teacher in your area of expertise?
Most gun safety classes do not take the student to the gun range to shoot a gun. Homeland Protection Service takes students to the gun range to shoot guns.
What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?
Why do want to take a gun class?