Practical Arms is committed to providing the very best in firearms training to all who want to become proficient in the use and care of their firearms whether a new firearm owner or an experienced shooter. Practical Arms provides the highest level of training by NRA Certified and North Carolina Justice Academy Instructors. At Practical Arms we have the passion for the individual gun owner and we will teach you the skills you need to safely and effectively use a firearm for recreational shooting as well as personal defense. Our mission is to provide a safe and controlled learning environment for all firearm users, from basic students to the more advanced student.

Let’s face it, most people buy a gun, put it in their night stand and never learn to use it. This is useless as well as dangerous. Simply owning a hand gun DOES NOT MAKE YOU SAFE! Further, taking one firearm class does not make you proficient with your firearm. In order to become more comfortable and proficient with your firearm it’s important to practice real life shooting simulations, practice regularly and take ongoing classes.

Come to Practical Arms and learn in a safe non-threatening environment where everyone feels welcome no matter your experience level.

I was really nervous about firing a gun for the first time. But after your course I can honestly say I feel at ease around my firearm
- CM

Courses We Offer

[+] NC Concealed Carry
  • Basics of Concealed Carry
  • Use of Lethal Force
  • On the Range Training
  • more info >
[+] NRA Pistol, Rifle & Shotgun
Pistol Class
  • Saftey Fundamentals
  • Stance & Form
  • Ammo Selection
  • more info >
Rifle Class
  • Single shot, bolt action & semi-automatic rifles
  • Stance & Form
  • Firearm Upkeep
  • more info >
Shotgun
  • Saftey Fundamentals
  • Parts & Operation
  • Straight & Angled Targets
  • more info >
[+] NRA Personal Protection - Inside Home
Learn how to defend your family from a home invasion.
  • Safe room fundamentals
  • Ammo selection
  • Basic Defensive Shooting
  • more info >
[+] NRA Personal Protection - Outside Home
Learn how to defend your family from a home invasion.
  • Defensive Shooting Skills and Strategies
  • Handgun Safety
  • Legal Aspects of Gun Ownership and Self-Defense
  • more info >
[+] NRA Refuse to be a Victim
Get the tools you need to develop your own personal safety strategy.
  • The Psychology of the Criminal Mind
  • Home and Phone Security
  • Self-Defense Tools & Training Options
  • more info >
[+] Private Training
Do you have 5 or more friends, family or co-workers who need professional firearms or safety training? Contact us via telephone or e-mail today to learn the advantages of private, customized courses!
Hurry! Register soon as classes fill up quickly.
PracticalArms.com - Mark Williams email: mwilliams@practicalarms.com phone: (704) 907-6694