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Kerry Dugan Jr. Owner and Lead Certified Firearms Instructor at Archangel Defense, LLC of Jefferson, Pennsylvania (PA)
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KERRY DUGAN JR.

Owner, Chief Instructor, Coach & Training Counselor
Archangel Defense, LLC

Kerry Dugan Jr. is the owner and lead certified instructor of Archangel Defense, LLC specializing in defensive firearms training. A competitive shooter turned instructor, his main focus is in the body’s mechanics of shooting by breaking down the fine details of the shooter's fundamentals and gear to make sure they gain the perfect balance of both precision and speed. Kerry and his wife Felicha established Archangel Defense in 2018 as a way to educate fellow firearm owners and help them become safe, confident and proficient with their firearm. As Christians, they believe it is your God given right to protect yourselves and your loved ones and so it is their mission to train and share this critical information. Kerry is President of the Marianna Field and Stream Club and a volunteer for Gun Owners of America.

Kerry’s credentials are Level 4 MOS Glock Instructor, Level 4 MOS Glock Professional Operator, Level 4 Glock Professional Operator, Level 4 Glock Low Profile Professional Operator, Glock Armorer, USCCA CCHD & DPP Training Counselor, USCCA Defensive Pistol Program, Concealed Carry & Home Defense, Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals: Level 1, Countering the Mass Shooter, AR-15 Fundamentals Instructor, USCCA Range Safety Officer, NRA Basic Pistol Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, 5.11 ABR Academy Instructor and Certified for MPOETC Rifle and Pistol, Handgun Combatives: Combative Pistol, CQB Pistol, Defensive Handgun, Combat Handgun Fundamentals, I.C.E. Intuitive Defensive Shooting, Carry Trainer: Three Day Rifle Pistol Course, Modern Samurai Project:AIWB & Red Dot Pistol Fundamentals & Performance, Stop the Bleed, US Law Shield First Aid for Gunshot Wound and USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Instructor, competitive shooter, 2025 Gundie Award Nominee for Firearms Instructor of the Year

OUR TEAM

Felicha Dugan

FELICHA DUGAN
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Director of Operations & Certified Instructor

Felicha is an award winning graphic designer with over a decade of experience in communications and marketing. As Director of Operations and Certified Instructor of Archangel Defense LLC, she is responsible for all business, media and marketing operations. She works closely with her husband, owner and lead certified instructor, to meet company objectives and goals. Felicha is also a certified firearms instructor and the liaison for women's-only events and is the administrator of Concealed Carry Women, an online community for sharing concealed carry tips for women. Felicha is the current treasurer for the Marianna Field and Stream Club and a volunteer for Gun Owners of America.

Felicha's credentials are Associate in Specialized Business Degree: Graphic Design and Web from Douglas Education Center, USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals, Emergency First Aid Fundamentals and Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals Certified Firearms Instructor, USCCA Range Safety Officer, Certified for Stop the Bleed, Intro to Handgun (2020), Intro to Rifle (2021), Women's Defensive Handgun (2022), Advanced Rifle (2022)

JOE BREZE

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Assistant Instructor

Serving 30 years as a United States Marine with the majority of his career in Force Recon/ Recon units.  A combat Veteran of Desert Shield/ Storm, Somalia, and Iraq. Certified in several different licensed programs, including NRA and USCCA.  After retiring, Joe seen the need for training new and inexperienced gun owners in effective use of firearms.  Joe believes the journey for the gun owner is more than buying a fancy gun or taking a simple safety class, it requires time and effort.  He is committed to take the necessary time with his students by mentoring and utilizing relevant realistic training techniques for a capable competent licensed firearm owner.   Joe currently is a civilian contractor as an assistant instructor supporting the US Marine Corps MarSoc
command.

Joe's  credentials are GLOCK Professionals; Operator course, Operator Instructor Development, Low profile,  and MOS Instructor Development; Modern Samurai Project, AIWB and Red-dot;Dave Spaulding Handgun Combatives, Red-dot Fundamentals; USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense, Emergency First Aid, Defensive Shooting Fundamentals Level 1; NRA Basic Operation Pistol and Concealed Carry, PA Act 235

KYLE RICHTER

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​Assistant Instructor & LEO Liaison​

Kyle started his career in 2015 with the the Fayette county Sheriff's Department. Where he began work as courtroom security. In 2016 he graduated from CALU with a Bachelor Degree in Psychology and the PA Police Academy through IUP. In 2017 Kyle moved to full time Sheriff's Deputy, where he completed the act 2 Sheriff's Deputy training,  which included training in establishing defensive plans for buildings. He worked primarily in prisoner transport and criminal warrant service. In 2017 he also began his career as a Police Officer in Mt. Pleasant Boro. In 2019 he left the Sheriff's Department and Mt. Pleasant PD to begin working as Police Officer for the City of Uniontown where he continue to work to the current day.
 
Kyle's credentials are USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Instructor, NTOA Basic Swat Certified, Achilles Heel Tactical 3-day CQB Foundations, Defenders Series Training Group CQB Fundamentals, Modern Samurai Project AIWB and Pistol RDS Fundamentals and Performance, Characteristic of an Armed Gunman Certified, Archangel Defense LEO Handguns and Rifle Dynamics, Warriors Way of the Handgun, RDS Handgun, Advanced Rifle, 2 Day Rifle Dynamics, Handgun Dynamics, Stop the Bleed Certified, First Aid CPR and AED, Critical Incident Certified (CIT)

TODD LIPPENCOTT

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Assistant Instructor

Todd has a background in martial arts with 25 years of experience and a 3rd degree black belt, 8 of which he was a karate instructor. Todd is also the owner of Appalachian Weapons and has a federal firearm license. He is strong supporter of the 2nd Amendment and our constitutional rights.  He believes through hard work and dedication you can become a champion in life by developing discipline, control, self esteem and confidence in yourself with courtesy, respect and compassion for others.                                                                                       
​​Todd's credentials are USCCA Basic Pistol, Home Defense and Concealed Carry and Defensive Shooting Fundamentals: Level 1 Instructor,  USCCA Range Safety Officer and Certified for US Law Shield First Aid for Gunshot Wound, USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Instructor and Modern Samurai Project: AIWB & Red Dot Pistol Fundamentals & Performance.​

ERIK TRENT

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Assistant Instructor

Erik has always been a supporter of firearms and our second amendment. His love for helping other and his training has driven him to become an instructor. There is a lot more to self defense than just having a permit to carry. Training is invaluable. Erik understands this, so he dedicates his training in teaching people to become better protectors for their families and more responsible firearm owners. 

Erik's credentials are Level 3 Glock Professional Operator, Glock Armorer,  USCCA Basic Pistol, Home Defense, Concealed Carry and Countering the Mass Shooter Instructor,  USCCA Range Safety Officer, Certified for US Law Shield First Aid for Gunshot Wound and USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Instructor.
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ALEX SHAY

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Assistant Instructor

​Alex Shay, The GOA West Virginia State Director, natural born West Virginian, served in the US Army as a Combat Medic for 10 years. Six years Active Duty and four years Reserve. In his time in the Army, he became a Combat Medic, certified EMT-B. Then became a CPR, AED, CLS, BLS, and First Aid Instructor though the American Heart Association. Alex served one 15 month tour of duty in Iraq. After returning to the USA, Alex moved to Morgantown, WV and started his own DJ & Event Coordination company Called Total Party Package. After 10 years as a professional DJ, Defense In Depth approached him about Membership and Event Coordination. He took the job and since then he has established incredible membership benefits, established the GSSF, Master Academy Cup and has become Glock Armorer Certified, Glock Operator Certified and a USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Certificated Instructor and Training Counselor.

Our Commitment to You!

We feel it is our responsibility to make sure each student leaves feeling confident with their firearm so we dedicate ourselves to offering you the following:
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Up-to-date Training

Our instructors constantly continue their training and certifications and have certifications from nationally recognized organizations. We never stop being a student of the gun.
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Student/Instructor Ratio

We try our best to ensure that you get one-on-one instruction  that you deserve, even at an event so, we keep a low student/instructor ratio.
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Training at Your Convenience

We are open 7 days a week for private courses. Just give us a few days notice and we'll be ready to meet you at the range!
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Questions?

If you have questions or aren't sure what courses are right for you, please send us an email and we'll do our best to answer and make recommendations. 
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Be Safe, Keep Training & God Bless!
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​Psalm 144:1 - Blessed be the Lord my rock, who trains my hands for war and my fingers for battle.
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  • Home
  • Training Electives
    • Course Agreement
    • 2 Hr. Private Lesson/Event
    • Defensive Pistol Program
    • Intro to Handgun
    • Performance Handgun
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    • Concealed Carry
    • Intro to Rifle
    • Performance Rifle
    • Defensive Rifle
    • Intro to Competition (USPSA style)
    • Book a Course
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  • ABOUT
    • CONTACT
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