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Kerry Dugan Jr.Owner, Lead Certified Instructor
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OUR TEAM |
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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 and USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Instructor. |
Marcus has over 10 years of experience as a Police Officer and Sheriff’s Deputy. Marcus obtained a bachelors degree in business administration from Westminster College in 2011 and immediately started his career with the Sheriff’s Office. He became a part time Police Officer with a local police department in 2012 and was hired full time in 2013 with that Police Department. Marcus worked as the Chief Deputy and full time patrolman from 2015 to 2019 when he was elected Sheriff. Marcus is currently the Sheriff of Greene County and a part time patrolman for a local police department.
Marcus’s credentials: Marcus obtained his certification in handgun and shotgun in 2017 and has served as one of the firearms instructors at the sheriff’s office since. Marcus became a certified instructor in patrol rifle and less than lethal munitions in 2018. Marcus is a certified handgun, shotgun and patrol rifle instructor through the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission. Marcus is also a certified instructor through the Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency. Also certified in Stop the Bleed, First Aid, CPR and AED. |
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. |
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 |
Jason Slider is a full time paramedic working for a service covering a wide variety of service areas from extremely rural to upper class residential and urban environments. Jason has worked in law enforcement since 2007 as a Pennsylvania State Constable both full and part time. He has attended annual trainings as well as advanced training offered specifically to PSC. Slider has been involved with martial arts for much of his life including 10 years as co-owner and instructor in a family owned dojo. Since 2018 Slider has been an instructor with the NRA and in 2019 became an instructor with USCCA. Slider has trained with numerous instructors from his local area as well as outside instructors.
Jason takes personal safety very seriously and believes that everyone should learn to defend themselves and care for the wounded in times of crisis. On top of his firearms training he is also certified to teach CPR and Stop the Bleed. Above all things Jason has a strong faith in God and a relationship with our one and only Savior, Jesus Christ and believes that without Jesus we really have nothing. Jason’s credentials: PSC annual/adv 2007-Present, NREMT-B - 2016, Stop The Bleed Instructor - 2017, NRA Pistol Instructor 2018, AHA CPR/AED/First Aid Inst - 2018, USCCA CCHDF 2019, NREMT PARAMEDIC 2021 |
Dakota Wagner is a Certified Municipal Police Officer with 20 years experience in Traditional and Tactical Martial Arts styles focusing in Taekwondo and Krav Maga. Earning his 3rd Degree Black Belt at the age of 12, Dakota has been a Martial Arts instructor for 14 years. Dakota has experience in policing and Private security as well as developing training programs and creating security teams for Businesses and Security Firms. Dakota has his Degree in Criminal Justice with a focus in Law Enforcement and use of force. One of Dakota's favorite focuses of training is Tactical and Defensive Knife. He is a strong supporter of the 2nd amendment and constitutional rights as well as being well versed in the laws surrounding the use of force situations people may find themselves in.
Dakota's credentials are Warrior Krav CORE and Phase A Certified, Level 2 Instructor through the ATA, 3rd Degree Black Belt, Act 120 certified Municipal Police Officer, Emergency Medical Responder, Stop The Bleed, USCCA Defensive Shooting Fundamentals Level 1, EVOC |
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:
Up-to-date TrainingOur 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 RatioWe 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 ConvenienceWe 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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