Vinco Training Group

VINCO Training teaches handgun, AR-15, and self-defense instruction across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Most classes are small—capped at 6 students—so you get the individual attention instead of getting lost in a crowd. They're certified USCCA instructors with law enforcement backgrounds, which shows in how they structure training around actual skill-building rather than high-speed posturing.

Handgun & Concealed Carry - Handgun Fundamentals: Cover firearms safety, presentation from holster, reloading, and clearing malfunctions - Concealed Carry Handgun Fundamentals: Small group instruction (2:1 student-to-instructor ratio) focused on everyday carry gear, skill evaluation, and the responsibility side of carrying - Private instruction: 60-minute sessions ranging from "I just bought a gun, what's next?" basics to advanced training

AR-15 Training - AR-15 Fundamentals: Knowledge-focused course designed for new owners. No high-intensity nonsense—just solid foundation building on safe and effective AR-15 operations - AR-15 Self Defense in the Home: 4-hour class focusing on AR-15 use for home defense

Advanced & Specialized - Sub-Optimal Positional Shooting: Learn to engage threats safely while prone, supine, sitting, kneeling, and from other disadvantaged positions. Prerequisite: Gunfighter Basic or equivalent - Low Light Threat Identification and Engagement: Shoot safely and effectively in low/no-light conditions using both pistol-mounted and handheld flashlights - Self Defense & Legal Use of Force: Discussion-based course covering the murky legal waters of defending yourself. Includes real-world scenarios

Permit Classes - Maryland Wear and Carry (Concealed Carry) Permit: 2-day, 16-hour class with 4 hours live fire training ($200-$300 depending on renewal vs. initial) - New Jersey Concealed Carry Permit: Included in Maryland class; includes firearms qualification, holster draw requirement, and reloading standards - Utah Non-Resident Concealed Carry Permit: 4-hour classroom instruction; class fee includes fingerprinting - Multi-State Permit Class: 2-day course covering Maryland, Utah Non-Resident, Florida, Arizona, and New Jersey permits ($400) - RLEIA (LEOSA) Yearly Training: Pennsylvania-specific law enforcement training and qualification

VINCO curates specific gear they actually trust:

• •Holsters & Gear Clips: Discreet Carry Concepts DCC Monoblock, Tenicor concealment holsters, PHLSTER Enigma, belly band options
• •Firearms: Sig Sauer P229, Glock 19 Gen5 MOS
• •Lights: SureFire and Streamlight weapon-mounted and handheld options
• •Medical: Combat Application Tourniquet (CAT), Snakestaff Systems Tourniquet
• •Grip Enhancements: Talon Grips

Their approach centers on building actual competence. For AR-15 training specifically, they reject the "high intensity, high-speed" model. Instead, they focus on teaching new owners the fundamentals so they understand and can confidently operate the platform. Concealed carry classes leverage their law enforcement experience working in plain clothes, carrying daily in non-permissive environments.

Classes run at King Shooters Supply (346 E Church Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406). Private instruction is available at this location, and they can arrange training to meet your schedule. Check their calendar for upcoming dates or request a custom class.

"Do you have the skills and mindset to navigate the chaos?" – Their core question when designing curriculum

If you're interested in hosting training, the organizer's class fee is waived with a minimum group size (typically 6-10 students depending on the course).