Liberty Defense

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Events

NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course – 05/02/2026 in Quincy, WA

Testimonials

This was the first step I needed to be able to move forward with my decision of whether I should own a firearm. Thank you!

Jessica

The thing I liked about the class was the hands-on training and shooting. Thank you Devin, it was a great experience.

Albert

Highly recommend Devin Howe’s classes — thorough, well presented, and had a personal touch too.

Kathy

I have been shooting pistols for about 30 years. [Liberty Defense was] able to identify the bad habits I have developed and help me to overcome them.

Eric

My confidence in my ability has increased.

Holly

Fabulous instruction. Wonderfully complete and informative.

Katie

Well-rounded and very informative for someone new to pistols, especially the parts and mechanics of guns and cleaning.

Nathan

Very thorough with information & answering every question.

Anonymous

The instructors were very courteous and patient when explaining the course, and the course itself was enjoyable.

Tyler

I was surprised at how much I learned, even though I have been shooting for years.

Bobb

I thoroughly enjoyed the Liberty Defense pistol training course…

Eric

Can’t wait to sign up for another class and this time I’m bringing my husband too!!

Amy

I feel more confident handling my firearm but I know I have so much more to learn. Excited to learn more — thank you!

Anonymous

… An NRA Basic Pistol Shooting course was just what we needed.

Bobb

Thank you for your help. This class was very engaging and fun. I will definitely keep coming to your classes.

Anonymous

This course built the confidence I was looking for in using/handling a pistol.

Holly

Really enjoyed it! Best thing you could do if you are a new gun owner.

Glenda

Being a new gun owner, I was excited to take this class to become more comfortable using my gun. I really enjoyed the class and found all of Devin’s tips & pointers to be incredibly useful in making me a safer & more knowledgeable gun owner. Thank you for an awesome class.

Luba

I have gained much greater confidence and accuracy.

Eric

Loved it! A lot of very good information combined with hands on. I feel very comfortable that I could safely own a pistol and that makes me feel great about living on my own.

Anonymous