Women's Initial Pistol Orientation, Simulator Training, MD HQL, MD Wear & Carry, VA Carry & More (Up to 30% Off)

7404 Maxey Drive, Fort Washington

Harp Firearms Training And Defense Harp Ftd

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Unlock the confidence of safe firearm handling with state-approved women's courses, featuring NRA certified instructors

About This Deal

Looking to boost your confidence and skills with firearms? These state-approved courses focus on safety and fundamentals while building confidence through hands-on simulator training. It's all about empowering women with knowledge and practical skills. Get the chance to learn from certified instructors who understand what it takes.

All In-Person course sessions include:

Hands-On Skills:

  • Handgun mechanisms, operation, proper grip, stance, aiming, trigger control, operation, and handling Demonstration

Simulator-based training for comfort and skill-building:

  • Dry-Fire practice for marksmanship fundamentals like sight alignment and trigger control

Classroom instruction:

  • State firearm law
  • Home firearm safety

Final Exam

Options:

1. Women's FIRST Steps Pistol Orientation + Simulator Training | MD (HQL)

  • Perfect for beginners
  • 4-hour In-Person course
  • MD HQL Course Completion Certificate
  • NRA FIRST Steps Course completion certificate (satisfies VA Concealed carry permit application training requirement)

2. Women's MD Wear & Carry |Renewal

  • 8-hour In-Person course
  • Range Time: supervised, live-fire MDSP required shooting qualification
  • MD Wear & Carry Renewal Course Completion Certificate
  • NRA Basic Pistol Course certificate (satisfies VA Concealed carry permit application training requirement)

3. Women's Initial MD HQL | MD Wear & Carry | VA Carry | Hybrid Course

  • 8 - 10-hours online
  • 8-hours In-person
  • Range Time: supervised, live-fire MDSP required shooting qualification
  • MD HQL Course Completion Certificate
  • MD Wear & Carry Course Completion Certificate
  • NRA Basic Pistol Course certificate (satisfies VA Concealed carry permit application training requirement)

4. Initial MD HQL | MD Wear & Carry | VA Carry | 2-Day In-Person Course

  • Full 2-day course (16 hours total) of in-person training
  • Range Time: supervised, live-fire MDSP required shooting qualification
  • MD HQL Course Completion Certificate
  • MD Wear & Carry Course Completion Certificate
  • NRA Basic Pistol Course certificate (satisfies VA Concealed carry permit application training requirement)

Shooting Qualifications are done during class or at a later scheduled date and take place at Maryland Small Arms Range located at: 9801 Fallard Ct, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

LIVESCAN FINGERPRINTS are required prior to applying for a MD HQL. MDSP explains how & where here.

What You Should Do First

  • Determine whether you need the HQL (for pistol purchase) or also the Wear & Carry Permit (for carry).
  • Register for a course that meets Maryland's state requirements (approved HQL training or also the Wear & Carry training).
  • Complete your fingerprinting (Livescan) for the HQL & Wear & Carry Permit.
  • After training and fingerprints, file your application through MDSP per their instructions.

Step 2: (Hybrid Course Participants Only) Complete the Online Portion

  • Visit https://basicpistol.nra.org
  • Below "ONLY $60" Click "Enroll Today!"
  • Click "New users register here" (NRA Membership # is not required)
  • Create a username and PIN (️ PIN password!) | Your PIN is NOT your password its a 4 to 6 digit number!
  • Complete the online modules and exams
  • Receive your online completion certificate
  • Email your certificate, username, and PIN to : office@harpftd.com

Well schedule your in-person session once received.

Course Fine Print

  • Must be 21 for HQL; 21 for Wear & Carry
  • Valid only for women participants
  • Online NRA course fee ($60) paid directly to NRA for hybrid (online portion of the course)
  • Groupon covers in-person instruction only
  • Fingerprinting and MDSP application fees payable to MDSP
  • Range fees, targets, ammunition, and handgun rentals, paid separately to Maryland Small Arms Range on the day of required MDSP shooting qualification.
  • Non-refundable once scheduling is confirmed

Class Location

  • Haze Line Gun Store
  • 7404 Maxey Dr, Fort Washington, MD 20744

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About Harp Firearms Training And Defense Harp Ftd

At HARP Firearms Training & Defense, we empower individuals—especially women—with the knowledge and skills to protect themselves confidently and safely. As a survivor of three firearm-related incidents, including domestic violence, a carjacking, and a highway threat. I founded this minority women-owned business in 2023 to provide real-world, effective firearm training. Backed by veteran-owned Haze Line Guns, we offer state-certified courses designed to prepare you for self-defense with professionalism, respect, and empowerment.