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Df 6 Firearms Academy Consulting
LA
•DF6 Firearms Academy & Consulting LLC operates out of Metairie (1015 Central Ave, Suite 209 C) and serves Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Charles, St. Tammany, St. John, and Washington parishes. Gerard Doris, CEO and Chief Instructor, holds multiple certifications that matter: NRA ...
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DF6 Firearms Academy & Consulting LLC operates out of Metairie (1015 Central Ave, Suite 209 C) and serves Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, Plaquemines, St. Charles, St. Tammany, St. John, and Washington parishes. Gerard Doris, CEO and Chief Instructor, holds multiple certifications that matter: NRA Instructor, USCCA Certified Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, AR-15 Instructor, Women's Handgun & Self Defense Instructor, Defensive Shooting Instructor, and USCCA Range Safety Officer.
Concealed Carry & State Permits - LA State Police Concealed Carry Permit Class: $150 (was $200) - Legal Use of Force: $50 (was $100)
Women-Specific Programs - Women's Handgun & Self Defense Fundamentals: $150 (was $200) - Women's Basic Pistol: $65 (was $100) - Women's Intermediate Pistol: $65 (was $100) - Women's Defensive Pistol: $65 (was $100)
Specialized Training - Realtor Safety Course: $50 (was $100) - Children's Accident Prevention & Safety: $50 (was $100)
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Standard 1-on-1 Instruction | $100/hour |
| Women Defense (Private) | $100/hour (was $150) |
| In Home Firearm Consulting | $100/hour (was $150) |
DF6 offers in-home firearm consulting—they'll come to your house to assess your storage, handling habits, and safety setup.
DF6 operates as a licensed firearms dealer. Transfer fee: $30 per firearm. Customers consistently mention "top notch" service on the FFL side.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 9 AM – 6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM – 4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Facilities: - Range simulator on-site - Wifi available - Parking available - Accept Cash App, Venmo, debit & credit cards - Black-owned, veteran-owned
"The instructor (Gerard Doris) was very knowledgeable and took the time to make sure I understood everything about the gun safety and the new laws." — Martha Moore, Dec 2025
"I truly love DF6 not only do they teach my daughter self defense but they also make her feel welcome like one big family." — Keshawnna Johnson, Dec 2025
"Used DF6 as an FFL for a transfer, and the customer service was top notch!!! I would HIGHLY recommend using DF6 as an FFL." — BeepBoop, Dec 2025
"Coaches are very patient and help build my son confidence!!!!!" — Keyon Morris, Dec 2025
"The DF6 Defense Academy is a great place to learn self defense. The instructor G has a wealth of experience in many areas of martial arts defense." — Edward Johnson, Aug 2025
Parents specifically mention their kids leaving with more confidence. Women talk about feeling safe and welcome. The word "patient" appears in multiple reviews.
DF6 maintains a comprehensive LA gun law guide on their site covering: - Open carry rules (yes, without permit if 18+) - Concealed carry requirements (21+, shall-issue state) - Magazine capacity (no restrictions) - Tasers and pepper spray (both legal) - Private transfers (no background check required) - Armor-piercing ammo (prohibited)
Contact Information: - Phone: (504) 345-8348 - Email: [email protected] - Address: 1015 Central Ave, Suite 209 C, Metairie, Louisiana