Training Built for Every Stage of Firearm Experience
Eagle Wing Defense offers two types of instruction: certification-based classes and structured development paths.
Certification Classes (External Standards)
Certification Courses follow externally defined curriculum and qualification standards. These are delivered to meet state or national requirements and are not part of Eagle Wing Defense’s proprietary training paths.
NRA Certification Courses
Nationally recognized firearm instruction covering safety, handling, and foundational marksmanship. These courses follow NRA-defined curriculum and qualification standards and are delivered in accordance with established training guidelines.
Available Courses:
- NRA Basic Pistol
- NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home
- NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home
- NRA Home Firearm Safety
Best for:
- First-time certification
- Legal or insurance requirements
- Foundational credentialing
NRA CCW / Concealed Carry Certificate
State-compliant concealed carry certification covering legal requirements, safe handling, and responsible carry practices. This course follows state-defined curriculum and qualification standards and is delivered in accordance with applicable laws.
Includes:
- State-required concealed carry curriculum
- Firearm safety and handling review
- Legal instruction (use of force, carry laws, responsibilities)
- Live-fire qualification shooting (as required by state standards)
- Application guidance and documentation support
Best for:
- Individuals seeking legal concealed carry authorization
- First-time CCW applicants
- Those needing renewal or compliance with state requirements
Armed / Security Guard Training
State-regulated training for individuals pursuing armed security roles. This course covers required safety, legal, and operational standards and follows mandated curriculum and qualification requirements.
Includes:
- State-mandated armed security training curriculum
- Firearm safety and qualification standards
- Legal instruction specific to armed security roles
- Use-of-force standards, situational responsibility, duty-based carry and operational considerations
- Qualification shooting and certification / documentation requirements
Best for:
- Individuals pursuing armed security or guard positions
- Meeting initial state licensing and certification requirements or renewal
- Establishing baseline competency for professional duty carry
EWD Training Paths (Proprietary Development System)
Training Built on Structure, Not Guesswork
Every group class at Eagle Wing Defense is part of a defined progression. Whether you’re starting from zero or refining existing skills, training is designed to build, reinforce, and apply competence under real-world conditions.
Level 1: Secure Foundations
Build safe handling, foundational skills, and responsible ownership from day one.
Course List:
- Foundations I: Safety & Handling
- Foundations II: Live Fire & Control
Includes:
- Firearm safety and handling
- Introductory marksmanship
- Guided ownership and maintenance basics
- NRA-aligned foundational instruction
Best for:
- First-time owners or those seeking structured fundamentals
Level 2: Controlled Competency
Develop skill progression by increasing control, consistency, and confidence through structured training.
Course List:
- Competency I: Mechanics & Efficiency
- Competency II: Accuracy Under Time
- Competency III: Movement & Positioning Basics
Includes:
- Skills assessment and baseline evaluation
- Grip, trigger control, and recoil management
- Accuracy and consistency development
- Introduction to defensive application
Best for:
- Owners who want control—not just familiarity
Level 3: Defensive Readiness
Improve readiness performance by application of skills, planning, and equipment into a cohesive defensive strategy.
Course List:
- Readiness I: Defensive Application Fundamentals
- Readiness II: Concealed Carry / Scenario-Based Training
- Readiness III: Low Light / Environmental Application
Includes:
- Scenario-based training
- Home defense application
- Decision-making under pressure
- Equipment and setup alignment
Best for:
- Individuals serious about real-world preparedness
Level 4: Readiness Continuum
While not a curriculum tier, Level 4 is an ongoing cycle of maintaining and refine your skills through ongoing training, evaluation, and responsible upkeep. Be always ready.
Includes:
- Ongoing training sessions
- Personalized coaching cycles
- Skills validation and refinement
- Maintenance integration
- Weakness targeting
- Performance consistency over time
- Advanced workshops
Best for:
- Returning clients committed to maintaining readiness