05/31/2026
This group didn't need to be told twice.
They showed up early, came ready to work, and spent the day doing exactly what armed church volunteers are supposed to do — train.
Church Safety Team 1.0 covered the foundational skills every armed protector in a house of worship needs to have. These men put in the work today and their congregations are better protected because of it.
To the churches represented here — you are well served.
Called to Protect. Trained to Act.
05/21/2026
Saturday 8am — Carbine 1.0. Last call. 'AR-15 fundamentals built for responsible gun owners who are ready to train seriously.'
Learn: Stance | Grip | Reloads | Standing vs Kneeling | Malfunctions and more.
Register Here:
Carbine 1.0 - Rifle Fundamentals | Gatekeeper Defense
Carbine 1.0 is a foundational rifle course designed to teach safe, efficient operation of the AR-15 platform. Students will develop proper stance, grip, sight picture, and trigger control while learning to manage recoil, perform reloads, and understand mechanical offset. Through structured instructi...
05/20/2026
Your Church Deserves a Trained Team
Church Safety Team 1.0 | Saturday, May 30th | Orlando, FL
05/19/2026
Florida recently changed the law for armed church volunteers — and it matters. Read our breakdown of Florida Chapter 2026-46: what it removes (the private security license requirement for unpaid volunteers) and what still matters for safety, training, and liability. A clear, practical guide for faith communities and volunteers. Read more: https://wix.to/ygtOwYQ
Florida Just Changed the Law for Armed Church Volunteers. Here's What That Actually Means.
By Adam Shrider | Gatekeeper Defense Training LLCOn July 1st, 2026, Florida Chapter 2026-46 takes effect. It removes the Chapter 493 private security licensing requirement for unpaid volunteers providing armed security at houses of worship.That's a good thing. The law was a barrier that was keeping....
05/19/2026
We still have a few spots open for our Carbine class this weekend - If you have an AR-15 and have never had formal training or are seeking structured drills, this class is for you! Please feel free to call or text with questions - 407.594.5811
Carbine 1.0 is a 4-hour fundamentals course built for AR-15 owners who want structured, practical instruction — not just range time. We cover rifle handling, marksmanship, emergency reloads, positional shooting, and mechanical offset in a small class setting at a private outdoor range in Orlando.
Next class is Saturday, May 23rd. $195.
If you've been meaning to get serious with your rifle, this is where you start.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.gatekeeperdefensetraining.com/ar15-rifle-training-orlando
Or see link in bio.
05/19/2026
This is why we show up. Thank you for trusting us with your training.
05/18/2026
Multiple targets. Controlled fire. No hesitation.
This is what we train for — not punching paper at a static range, but building the skills that actually hold up under pressure. Threat assessment, target acquisition, accuracy without slowing down.
This is the work.
🎯 Upcoming classes at gatekeeperdefensetraining.com
05/17/2026
Memento mori — a Stoic discipline that brings clarity to those who protect. In our latest post we explore how remembering our mortality sharpens purpose, decisions, and presence in high-stakes roles. Read the full piece and reflect with us: https://wix.to/qqXRrBy
Memento Mori: What an Ancient Phrase Means for Those Called to Protect
“Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” — Psalm 90:12 The ancient Stoics had a practice. Every morning, before the demands of the day took over, they would pause and remind themselves of their own mortality. Not as a morbid ritual — but as a discipline. A deliberat...
05/17/2026
Another group of responsible gun owners who showed up, put in the work, and earned it.
Practical Pistol 1.0 — done. These folks came in today and left with a stronger foundation, more confidence, and a clear picture of where to go next.
Proud of this group. See you on the range for 2.0.
🎯 Upcoming classes at www.gatekeeperdefensetraining.com/book-online