The Second Amendment gives Americans the right to own firearms. At Arsenal Defender, we believe that right carries a serious responsibility. That’s why our mission is to help you adopt firearms into your life safely, confidently, and responsibly.
We deliver rigorous, progressive training led by highly experienced, highly credentialed instructors. Our civilian courses are designed to build skills step-by-step — through instruction, practical drills, testing, and repeat assessment — so you gain the competence and judgment needed to handle firearms safely in everyday life and, if necessary, in defense situations.
What we offer:
Structured, skills-based training programs for beginners through advanced shooters.
Instructors with real-world credentials and deep teaching experience.
Emphasis on safety, decision-making, and progressive skill development.
Practical drills, scenario training, and consistent assessment to measure improvement.
We don’t just teach shooting — we develop responsible firearm owners who understand the legal, ethical, and practical aspects of carrying and using a firearm. If you want to earn the confidence to protect yourself and your loved ones, we’ll give you the training to do it right.
Join Arsenal Defender — where responsible ownership is taught, practice is deliberate, and skill is earned.
The Northeast Ohio State Police have compiled a list of frequently asked questions on firearms requirements and resources in Northeast Ohio. It is a good source of information and provides answers to many common firearms questions.
ArsenalDefender delivers practical, safety-first firearms education for responsible owners and professionals. Our courses cut through theory to teach skills that work under stress — safe handling, accurate decision-making, and effective marksmanship. Whether you’re new to firearms or sharpening advanced techniques, we provide clear instruction, hands-on practice, and real-world scenarios so you leave prepared, confident, and safer.
ArsenalDefender provides real-world firearms knowledge designed to build confidence, skill, and safety. Our training focuses on practical, essential, and life-saving techniques that prepare you for real situations — not just theory. Whether you’re a first-time gun owner or an experienced shooter, ArsenalDefender delivers the education and mindset needed to handle firearms responsibly and effectively.
At arsenaldefender, our firearms range stretches a full 40 yards—making it 60% longer than most standard ranges! We are proud to be one of the few ranges in Northeast Ohio capable of accommodating a .50 caliber BMG. Please note, for safety and the comfort of all our visitors, .50 BMG shooting is available by appointment under specific conditions.
Each of our spacious 48-inch-wide shooting lanes is equipped with Mancom’s Touch Plus digital target retrieval system. Its intuitive touch screen lets shooters easily control target distance, giving you a seamless and customizable shooting experience.