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Welcome to Ridgeside Firearms Training. Our goal is to give our students the skills, experience and confidence they need in order to become successful at their chosen shooting discipline. Our programs are flexible and have the ability for private, semi-private, or group training. We specialize in first-time shooters. Contact us to learn more!
Available Course Series
Our State specific Concealed Carry and MD Handgun Qualification License training meets the minimum requirements set forth by State guidelines. State options include Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington D.C.
Want to learn more about Personal Protection, Firearms Education, Training and Self-Defense? The U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) delivers full version, and mini version of instructor led training. Check out our full menu of USCCA training options.
Our NRA courses are designed and developed by experts in the field to help you learn the basics and hone your shooting skills. From marksmanship and shooting techniques to firearm safety, be the best shooter you can be by enrolling in an NRA firearm training course
In any of our professional programs, students will receive instruction and learn techniques from NRA, USCCA and State Certified Instructors. Take a look at our available programs, and don’t hesitate to reach out with questions. Range and classroom instruction are performed in conjunction with the State Guidelines, NRA, USCCA and The Firearm Industry Trade Association (NSSF).
Platform Courses
Roll up your sleeves and learn something new? Our goal is to give our students the skills, experience and confidence they need in order to become successful at their chosen shooting discipline.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced shooter, safety is our top priority. Learn the best practices and techniques for handling an AR-15 safely and effectively.
Teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude for the safe and proper use of a shotgun in shooting a moving target. These courses include classroom and range time learning how to shoot shotguns at moving targets.
Specialized Courses
Check out our full menu of available training courses. From our popular Concealed Carry or Basic Pistol to our Defensive Pistol and Personal Protection, we have a training class to fit your needs.
Personal protection offered with State certified Concealed Carry. Defensive Pistol, Carbine, Shotgun, and more.
If we don't teach them... who will?
The Children’s Firearms & Safety Fundamentals has a lot to offer new and experienced gun-owning parents and non-gun owning families.
Want to become a Firearms Instructor? check out our complete list of instructor level classes.
Active Violence Immediate Response Training
While other programs focus solely on active shooter or stop the bleed, AVIRT goes
beyond by combining both of these important topics in one training program.
The Non-Lethal Curriculum delivers self-defense options for everyone. From your first option, to the last resort, a firearms may not be the option or the answer for you.
Emergency First Aid Fundamentals begins to build skills in Patient Assessment, Traumatic and Medical Emergencies, Building First-Aid kits, Control the Bleed and more.
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About Ridgeside Firearms Training
Thinking about purchasing your first firearm, or looking to enhance your marksmanship skills? We are here to help you achieve your goals. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to providing comprehensive firearms training to individuals of all skill levels. Our experienced instructors specialize in first time shooters. We are dedicated to your success.
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Ridgeside Firearms Training
9001 Crystal Falls Dr. Boonsboro, Maryland 21713
240-591-8964
