Xavier Firearms
Xavier Firearms Academy serves the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia region with certified firearms instruction focused on concealed carry licensing, handgun qualification, and safety training. Founded by Kenneth Brown—an NRA and USCCA certified instructor, Metropolitan Police Department firearm...
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Xavier Firearms Academy serves the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia region with certified firearms instruction focused on concealed carry licensing, handgun qualification, and safety training. Founded by Kenneth Brown—an NRA and USCCA certified instructor, Metropolitan Police Department firearms instructor, and medical school student—the academy exists to reduce preventable firearm accidents through proper training and licensing preparation.
They run four primary course tracks:
Maryland Wear and Carry (Initial & Renewal) - 16-hour program (two 8-hour days) - Day one: Classroom instruction - Day two: Classroom + live-fire range qualification - Includes applicant screening to maximize approval odds - Initial course: $249.99 | Renewal: $149.99
Maryland HQL (Handgun Qualification License) - 4-hour classroom course - Required for most Maryland handgun purchases - Covers Maryland law, safe handling, shooting fundamentals, firearm maintenance, home defense basics - Price: $124.99
Utah CCW Permit Course (36+ States) - 4-hour classroom only (no live-fire required) - Covers federal/state law, use of force continuum, pistol nomenclature, shooting fundamentals, malfunction clearing, concealed carry options - Includes FBI fingerprinting (FD-258 card), passport photos, application assistance - Utah background check fee: $63.25 (paid to Utah BCI) - Utah processing timeline: 60 days - Price: $149.99
DC Concealed Carry Pistol License (DC CCPL) - Available through their course schedule - Price: $249.99
Significant savings available when combining courses:
| Package | Coverage | Original | Current |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ultimate CCW Package | MD, DC, VA, MA, FL, 45+ states | $1,100.00 | $449.99 |
| MD-DC + Multistate | DC, Maryland, 44+ states | $899.99 | $549.99 |
| Bring a Friend Ultimate | DC, MD, VA, UT, FL, MA (two people) | $2,000.00 | $699.99 |
| Utah/MASS/FL Multistate | Multiple state permits | $379.99 | $249.99 |
- •Note: Maryland Wear and Carry courses always include Maryland HQL training at no extra cost.
One-on-One Coaching Available - Solo sessions: $100/hour - Two or more people: $75/hour per person
They also offer specialized instruction not listed on standard curriculum: - Women's self-defense courses - Children's firearm safety in the home - Advanced tactical topics (available upon inquiry)
Kenneth X Brown brings multiple credentials to the table. He holds certifications from: - National Rifle Association (NRA) - United States Carry Conceal Association (USCCA) - Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) Firearms Instructor program
Currently enrolled in medical school, Brown started Xavier Firearms Academy specifically because he saw a critical gap in firearm safety education across his community. His mission is straightforward: eliminate 100% preventable firearm accidents through proper training.
The academy actively stays current on Maryland's regulatory landscape, including recent changes under the Gun Safety Act of 2023, which they address in their training curriculum.
- •Phone: 240-739-9930 or 443-315-6959
- •Current Offer: 25% down payment to start any course today. Group rates and package deal discounts available.
- •Maryland residents purchasing handguns (HQL required)
- •DC applicants seeking concealed carry licenses
- •Multistate travelers who want carry reciprocity across 36+ states
- •Concealed carry permit renewals in Maryland or DC
- •Anyone seeking hands-on firearms safety instruction from law enforcement-trained professionals