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Walker's Firearms & Defensive Tactics Training
MD
•Walker's Firearms & Defensive Tactics Training LLC is built around helping shooters—from complete beginners to those seeking permit renewals—get the knowledge and skills they need to handle firearms safely and defend themselves confidently. Owner Vincent Walker is certified as an NRA Instructor, NRA...
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Walker's Firearms & Defensive Tactics Training LLC is built around helping shooters—from complete beginners to those seeking permit renewals—get the knowledge and skills they need to handle firearms safely and defend themselves confidently. Owner Vincent Walker is certified as an NRA Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, and USCCA Instructor, covering concealed carry laws in Arizona, District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia, and Utah.
The training menu covers the fundamentals:
| Course | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| NRA Basic Pistol | $250 | Intro/refresher covering fundamentals |
| NRA Basic Rifle | $325 | Rifle rules for safe handling |
| NRA Basic Shotgun | $185 | Basic knowledge, skills, attitudes |
| DC Concealed Carry | $275 | NRA CCW program for DC residents |
| Maryland HQL | $255 | Maryland Handgun Qualification License |
| Virginia CCW | $275 | Eight-hour in-person certification |
| MD Wear & Carry Permits | $350 | Maryland-specific carry permit class |
| Multi-Jurisdiction CCW | $550 | 16-hour course covering MD, DC, VA, AZ, UT |
| Women's Basic Handgun | $250 | Dedicated course for female shooters |
| Private Firearms Training | $275 | One-on-one instruction for beginners or skill building |
Multi-State Coverage: The 16-hour multi-jurisdiction course is split across two 8-hour days and covers concealed carry requirements for five states—useful if you travel or relocate frequently.
Walker emphasizes comfort and accessibility. Training happens in a calm, private learning space with one-on-one tutoring available. He accepts debit/credit cards, PayPal, and CashApp, and there's parking on-site with WiFi available.
Live Scan Fingerprinting
Walker offers live scan background check services for multiple purposes: - Government employment (state only, or state + FBI) - Government licensing (state only, or state + FBI) - Child care (full-time and volunteer) - Criminal justice positions - Immigration/visa applications - Gold Seal/Adoption services - Maryland Board of Nursing licensing (new and renewal) - Private employer petitions - Personal background reviews
Prices range from $30 to $60 depending on the background check type. Ink fingerprinting (FD-258 cards) is $10 each, and passport photos are $10 for two.
Notary Services
Standard notary public services at $8 per document. Designed to ensure all paperwork is in proper order.
Seminars
NRA "Refuse To Be A Victim" seminars ($80) cover legal, ethical, self-awareness, and practical implications of personal defense.
Based in Columbia, Maryland (21044), serving the Metro D.C. area. By appointment only.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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Contact: (240) 712-0129 | [email protected]
"I make sure each of my courses is accessible and easy to learn from. I understand that people learn faster in calm and comfortable spaces." — Vincent Walker
Walker's is a black-owned operation in the firearms instruction space, offering training with a focus on safety, responsibility, and practical defensive knowledge for the DMV community.