Derek Arms Academy

Derek Arms Academy operates from Monroe, NC, serving the greater Charlotte area with firearms instruction and tactical training. Their mission centers on building confident, responsible citizens through expert education and hands-on experience — not just training shooters, but creating prepared individuals who understand situational awareness and decision-making under pressure.

Concealed Carry & Pistol Training - NC Concealed Carry Handgun (CCH) class: $90 (their top-rated offering) - Basic Pistol Training: $100 - Applied Tactical Handgun Skills: $350 - Personalized coaching for new shooters: From $120

Rifle & Emergency Skills - Basic Rifle Course: From $240 - Emergency Readiness & Survival Training: $120 - Tactical First Aid & Emergency Response: $100 - Tactical Medical Training: $280

Specialized Programs - Corporate & Community Firearms Training: From $80 - Private Group Classes: From $100 - Metallic Cartridge Reloading Course: $350 - Women-only courses (Level 1–4) - FPV Drone Building: $2,500 - Drone Navigation Training: $250–$450

The academy features a modern classroom and private shooting range, creating a supportive environment for both beginners and experienced carriers. Instructors hold decades of combined experience and teach a certified, legally compliant curriculum designed to exceed state requirements.

Their approach combines proven teaching methods, real-world scenarios, and an emphasis on firearm safety and responsibility — not just marksmanship.

Book courses 24/7 through their online booking system. Contact them at (984) 733-4002 or [email protected].