DD Tactical Instruction

DD Tactical Instruction handles the training side of getting your Ohio concealed carry license. Their Concealed Carry and Home Defense class is an 8-hour course that satisfies the state's CCW requirements—take the class at 18, earn your certificate, then apply through a Sheriff's Department when you turn 21. The certificate is good for three years.

They also run Advanced CCW Techniques (8 hours, requires prior CCW certificate) and First Time Gun Owner (4 hours) for people new to firearms. All classes cover safety fundamentals, handling, storage, and cleaning.

DD Tactical offers dedicated Women's Classes with the same curriculum taught specifically for women's needs and comfort.

Save ammo without sacrificing practice. Their simulation range uses laser-based pistols—bring your own or use theirs with their laser ammo. Sessions include:

• •Free Play (30 or 60 minutes): Target practice, skill games, or CCW scenarios
• •Private Lessons (1 hour): Certified instructor works with you on accuracy, tactical scenarios, and shoot/no-shoot decisions

USCCA-certified instructors with 40 years of combined firearms experience

• •Flexible scheduling: One-day and two-day options, weekday and weekend availability

• •Location: Smithville Community Center in Smithville, Ohio (Wayne County). They service a five-county region.

• •Special accommodations: Pregnant students can complete classroom work during pregnancy, finish range time after delivery at no extra cost. Church and nonprofit discounts available.

DD Tactical also hosts the Machine Gun Shoot (annual event in October)—fully automatic firearm experience at Killbuck Valley Sportsman Club, $30 per magazine, spectators welcome.