What we’re about
Armed Defense Training Association
ADTA is a member-led, member-instructed non-profit association with 3 chapters in Washington. We promote the safe and ongoing development of personal defense skills by sponsoring regular events:
• Free monthly public seminars and events.
• Monthly live-fire practice events suitable for beginning and advanced shooters alike.
• Special live-fire events with unique scenarios and challenges to improve your shooting.
• We arrange exclusive use of local shooting ranges during ADTA live-fire events.
As a member of ADTA, you can learn and practice many types of defensive handgun techniques not normally available to public range users. You are always encouraged to learn at your own pace, practice the techniques you most want to refine, from basic gun handling on up, and observe the exercises you may want to try later. Learn to defend yourself with a helpful group of experienced neighbors from your own community. No competitions, no pressure but what you put on yourself, and ongoing opportunities to share your own growing skills with others. Welcome to the Armed Defense Training Association!
Upcoming events (1)
See all- Bellevue Basic Handgun Training w/Membership PackageBellevue Gun Club, Bellevue, WA
YOU MUST REGISTER AT:
https://armeddefense.org/event-5904575Join us for the ADTA BEGINNER LEVEL WORKSHOP – Training for Handgun Beginners and New Members.
- Training starting point for ADTA membership.
- Registration fee includes your 1st year ADTA membership ($129 value). Class-only option is not available due to our non-profit status.
- No firearms experience required to attend.
- The event will start in the classroom, followed by a one-hour "live-fire" session together in the indoor training bay.
- Bring your defense handgun or rent one from the range. We may have staff-owned loaners available for you use, with advance request.
- 50 rounds of ammo is needed. You'll need to purchase ammo at the range if using their rental firearm or a one of our loaner firearms.
- Proper eye and hearing protection is required to enter the training bay at the facility. The range offers these for rent too.
- Plan on arriving 20 minutes early to check in.
- VENUE: Bellevue Gun Club - Bellevue
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Event Description:
Our Beginner Level New Member Workshop provides basic training for both new handgun owners and experienced shooters who want to refresh their skills. Your registration includes your 1st year of ADTA membership ($129 value), which opens the door for you to participate in our frequent Live-Fire Tactical events. This 4-hour event covers all the basics of handgun safety and operation in one session. Includes many skills needed to get your Safe Shooter certification and participate in Live-Fire events. Enrollment is limited so that you receive lots of personal attention.
What you will learn in this workshop:- How to handle a variety of real handguns safely – under the supervision of a ADTA Range Safety Officer and Instructor.
- How to hold, aim and dry-fire a handgun.
- How to draw from the holster.
- How to participate in a Live-Fire shooting line.
- Find out how to earn your ADTA “Safe Shooter” certification and get signed-off on some of the requirements.
Event includes these Safe Shooter requirements:
- The 4 Basic Rules of Gun Safety.
- Dealing with unsafe gun handling.
- Naming the parts of a handgun.
- The 12-Step Basic Dry-Fire Exercise.
- The 5-Step Basic Holster Exercise.
Firearm Safety Protocol:
Firearm safety is of absolute importance to us. There are several rules that must be followed for everyone’s safety.
1. One of our Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will greet you and clear any handgun you have with you.
2. All handguns present must be unloaded. No attendees are allowed to have ammunition anywhere in the room. Please leave all ammunition in your vehicle or with the ADTA Range Safety Officer.
3. Handling of firearms must take place while being supervised and directed by an ADTA instructor. When not taking part in an exercise, please keep your handgun on the practice tables (or in a holster or case).
Refund Policy:
Should you need to cancel your registration for any reason, please shoot us an email at membership@armeddefense.org. Let us know early as our event registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable within 7 days of the event. We'll fully refund your registration fee should we be forced to cancel your class. Thank you for your understanding !
