Arizona Concealed Carry and Personal Defense
Inclusive Firearms Training for the LGBTQIA+ Community
Welcome to a space where self-defense is treated not as fear-based paranoia, but as empowered self-respect — especially for LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities who often face unique threats to their safety and autonomy.
This course provides the training required for your Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit (CWP), but it’s so much more than that. Taught in a judgment-free, affirming environment, this course is designed to give you the tools, knowledge, and mindset to carry a firearm responsibly, legally, and confidently. Whether you’re new to firearms or looking to deepen your skills, this course meets you where you are — with a focus on real-world preparedness, self-awareness, and community care.
Upcoming Classes
What You’ll Learn
Understand
Choosing to own or carry a firearm comes with a serious level of responsibility. We’ll equip you with the foundational knowledge, safety practices, and ethical mindset you need to carry with confidence and clarity.
Plan
How would you respond in a real-world self-defense situation? You’ll learn how to prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally — including how your body may respond to adrenaline, fear, and danger. Developing a plan ahead of time can make the difference between chaos and control.
Avoid
Knowing how and when not to use your firearm is just as important as knowing how to shoot. You’ll gain critical insight into the legal consequences of using deadly force, how to de-escalate potentially violent situations, and what steps to take in the immediate aftermath of a defensive encounter.
Course Curriculum
Who This Class Is For
This course is intentionally inclusive of the LGBTQIA+ community, especially trans and non-binary folk who are often excluded or made uncomfortable in traditional firearm spaces. Discriminatory, defamatory, or harassing language or behavior of any kind will not be tolerated. Any student who violates this policy will be asked to leave immediately without a refund. Our goal is to ensure you feel safe, respected, and empowered while gaining potentially life-saving skills.
Whether you live alone, with roommates, or with chosen family, we understand your safety concerns are real — and we’re here to support your right to be prepared.
Logistics
For additional information on scheduling a course date and time, please use the contact form.