Betts Defense Training offers a variety of lethal, less-than-lethal, and non-lethal self-defense classes.
We provide Maryland Handgun Licensing and Renewal courses, along with Wear and Carry Permit training, including Utah Non-Resident Permits that grant legal carry rights in multiple states.
Our training also covers non-weapon self-defense techniques, as well as comprehensive Home & Business defense planning to help protect you, your family, and your business.
Additionally, we offer specialized firearms classes for women and firearm safety courses for children.
Protect. Defend.
What Matters Most.
– You’ll earn your license or permit to own and carry a weapon,
– You’ll learn self-defense without the use of a weapon,
– You’ll learn how to keep your children safe,
– And your home (and business) protected.
Through success driven, expert lead, in-person classes and trainings designed with safety in mind, you’ll find peace of mind.
Our Firearm & Defense Class Options
Handgun Classes
MD HQL (Maryland Handgun Qualification License)
MD HQL – Split Evening Class
Concealed Wear and Carry
Weapons Cleaning Class
Renewal Handgun Classes
MD HQL (Maryland Handgun Qualification License)
Conceald Wear and Carry
Military & L.E.O HQL Permit
Weapons Training
Pistol Training (Basic & Advanced)
Shotgun Fundamentals (Remington 870)
AR-15 Fundamentals
Specialty Training
Pre-Military & Police Cadets
Range Safety Officer
Non-Weapons Classes
Non-Weapon Self-Defense – Situational Awareness
Non-Lethal Self-Defense – Tazer, Pepper Spray
Emergency First Aid
Countering the Mass Shooter (Schools, Places of worship, etc.)
Women & Children’s Classes
Women’s Handgun Self-Defense Fundamentals
Women’s Handgun Self Defense Fundamentals + MD HQL
Children’s Firearm Safety & Fundamentals
Private Instruction
One-on-One Private Training Classes – Any Topic
Home Defense Plan