A safe, welcoming training program for everyday people who want to responsibly own, carry, and handle firearms — with the skills to stay calm, safe, and confident in the moments that matter most.

MEET YOUR instructor: JAY BARR

NRA & USCCA certified INSTRUCTOR BASED IN MARYLAND

CURRENTLY Offering :

  • Maryland HQL

  • MARYLAND Concealed Carry (CCW)

  • HQL & CCW renewals

  • Multi-State licensing

  • Basic and Defensive Pistol

WE ALL DESERVE TO BE SAFE

S - Develop your Skillset
A - Heighten your Awareness
F - Learn the Fundamentals
E - Ensure your Protection

  • Safety first. every time.

    Before we teach you how to shoot, we teach you how to stay safe — at home, at the range, and in the real world.

  • Everyday Preparedness.

    You train so that if the unthinkable happens, you’re not helpless; you’re prepared.

  • Building Confidence, Not Fear.

    Our goal is not to just make you tactical. It’s to make you confident, competent, and calm under pressure.

  • Consistent Training.

    We meet you exactly where you are, whether you’re a first-time shooter or John Wick Jr.

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Ready to Get Started?

  • Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense.

    BOOK MD CCW

  • This class is a CCW Maryland Renewal class that will take place on Sundays from 8am - 4pm starting at the gun range and then heading to the office for the remainder of the class.

    BOOK MD CCW RENEWAL

  • This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home or self-defense.

    BOOK MD HQL

  • This course includes everything tackled in the MD CCW class but with the option to also get licensed in UT which equates to coverage in 39 states including DE.

    BOOK MD Multi-state

Frequentlyasked questions

    • Maryland CCW & HQL Certifications and Renewals.

    • Multi-State Permit Certifications

    • Basic Pistol, Rifle and Shotgun Class Training.

    • Private Lessons

    • Personal Protection in Home and Outside the Home

  • You can book with one of the options on the website or you can reach out via email at Protect@raisethebarr.pro

  • You can bring your own firearm if you would like but it is NOT required. For the live fire qualification portion we will have firearms you can use.

  • You can reach us anytime via email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • We offer our standard rates when you register for classes via the buttons above.

    We offer appointment based rates for weekday sessions, and bookings via Afterpay or Klarna .

    While all bookings are non-refundable, all paid sessions can be rescheduled.

  • It’s more than a certification course or training lessons, it’s an overall experience. You will learn, have fun, and have thought provoking conversations that ensure your understanding of your responsibilities as a gun owner.

    Once you take a class with us you become a part of our family and we will be there for all of your training and consulting needs thereafter.

we can get you in class asap without payment upfront.

We Offer the following buy now, pay lateR options:

  • KlarNA

  • Afterpay

  • Clearpay

Shoot Now, Pay Later

WE offer the following training by request only:

  • WeekDay Sessions

  • Specialized Training Sessions

  • 1 on 1 or your own group training

  • Ladies Only Group Training

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