The most immersive handgun training in Maryland

We have trained over 20,000 Maryland citizens on using a firearm for personal protection.  Whether for home protection or to carry a gun in public, we have one simple goal: To get you home and not to the prison cell or morgue.  

Our Executive Training Division is designed for the discerning client who desires a more intimate setting with less people in the training.  We have created trainings in this section that will keep total class sizes from 8-16 people.  Giving you more time on the gun, more detail in training this creates an environment where you get the most out of your training.  This section is NOT for someone who is brand new to firearms. If you have no experience, please begin with one of our public trainings, or arrange a private training with similarly skilled individuals and we will customize a training for you. 

For our most discriminating clients, ask if a training buy-out option is available. 

John Finnessy focuses solely on personal protection with a handgun. He is the creator of the M4 Carry Quadrant, and on-range skill stacking. You will not find another instructor at this level.

The executive training takes our regular courses, and we redesign and customize them around the students who are in the training.  No two classes will be exactly alike!  We will focus far more than just shooting a gun.  We focus on you as an individual and both train and challenge you to become more proficient and efficient with the tool you have chosen, a firearm. 

Platinum Training

Do you prefer more intimate of a setting?  Class and Range is Limited to 16 people. Let's face it training classes are going to be pack for quiet some time.  Some clients prefer a small class where there are not as many people, and you get more personal training.

Day 2 is our infamous full immersion hands on training.  You have a firearm on you all day.  Whether on range or off range training, you will learn at a level few will receive in this state.  This is the training that put Fortress Training on the map!

Training is $695.00

Next Level Carry

You will experience a world you have never entered.  We combine off-range tactical training and LIVE range confirmation of skill and advancement.

Our training takes you far beyond thinking you are just going to "pull the gun". 

You will learn critical skills involving the
Mind * Mouth * Mechanics * Muzzle

Professional Premier

We offer this training and limited the number of students.  The price for the training will reflect the number of people in the class.  Our trainings range from 4 -12 people in each class. 

This is the most intense wear and carry training in the state.  We combine virtual, class, off-range and live range training.  The level of skill and the understanding of the professional carry concept will be ingrained in you over 2 1/2 days of training. You must have an understanding of firearm safety, the operation of your firearm, the ability to change magazines and a willingness to learn.  If you are removed from the range, no refund will be issued.  

Concierge Service
This limited exclusive training is designed for someone who desires a concierge experience.  We will handle all of your paperwork, consult with you during the processes and be involved with you until you obtain your carry permit from the state of Maryland.  This is included in the Professional Premier training. 

Training Includes: ALL INCLUSIVE! 

4 hour Zoom Class 
​16 Hours Range Training
     Off- Range: (BWI) Class integration, Carry Skill Mastery, Shoot / No Shooting, Stress Inoculation, Situational Awareness, Decision Making Skills, LIVE encounters, Video Simulation and more! 
     On-Range: (Cambridge) Putting it all together through our exclusive skill stacking techniques.... we use paper, composites, and steel for 250-300 rounds of gun fighting training.
LIVESCAN Fingerprinting 
Non-Resident Carry Permit certification included.
MPD - DC concealed included.
Maryland State Police Licensing Fees
Signature Series Administration of your application
SIRT Training Pistol you will take home with you.... $265.00 value. 
Lunch day 1 
Breakfast day 2  ​



Training Cost is $2,000.00* - 12 people max. 
* This all-inclusive white glove training, certification, concierge signature application assistance, MSP licensing fees and fingerprinting.  Also included will be your choice of various non-resident CCW permits. Additionally, if you need a firearm, we will gladly provide one for you.  Day 1 range day, lunch will be provided and Day 2, breakfast will be provided for you. As a special thank you, you will take home the SIRT pistol you will be using in class.

Your Experience

• Thursday - Virtual Training from Home
• Friday - Off Range firearm training and class
• Saturday - Live Range Training*                (Up to 300 rounds)
  

             *includes paper, steel and composite targets

Hotel Information
If you desire accommodations for the training.  

BWI: 
Doubletree by Hilton (410) 859-8400
Hilton BWI (410) 694-0808
Cambridge:
Hyatt Chesapeake (410) 901-1234
Holiday Inn Cambridge (410) 221-9900

Training Schedule
                 

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