Gray Lady Self Defense, LLC

Gray Lady Self Defense, LLC Fi****ms Training for Women, by Women. My sole mission is to empower you with the confidence and ski Ladies, it's just a fact that we learn different than men!

That's not a bad thing. We simply like things broken down into their smallest components, in the order of A to Z, being able to ask questions without being treated like we're stupid for asking. And we definitely don't accept someone saying 'because that's the way it's done' or 'because I said so' as a valid explanation for anything as important as our understanding of fi****ms and fi****ms safety.

I am a NRA Certified Pistol Instructor and NRA Certified Range Safety Officer, and Co-Leader of The Well Armed Woman Summerville/Charleston SC Shooting Chapter. As a woman, I understand your initial fear, anxiety and nervous excitement. It is perfectly normal to feel all those things. More importantly, I truly understand the need to know the 'why' when told how to do something, that you don't know what you don't know, and that we are our own worst critic. I want you to know that you CAN learn to shoot! You CAN learn to lawfully, morally and responsibly make wise decisions under pressure. You CAN reach a high degree of confidence in your skills when you have the right training and the willingness to train and practice on a regular basis. Shooting is a highly perishable skill. My teaching approach is to be your conduit to learning and empowerment. ‘I am not a teacher, but an awakener.’ [Robert Frost]. My goal #1 is to awaken the hidden warrior within you and be a guide on your journey to becoming independent and confident in your ability to defend yourself and your loved ones.

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01/26/2026

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12/31/2025
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Please be advised that as of 12/05/2025; online submissions of SC CWP Applications (NEW, RENEWALS, AND REPLACEMENTS) will be unavailable until January 2026. All SC CWP Applications should be submitted by physical application via mail service. SLED will continue to process all applications received as required by state statute. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your patience during this service outage.

This is in preparation of Idemia’s new applicant platform (go-live December 8, 2025, for some locations) as well as SLED’s own applicant platform launching January 2026. Identogo will begin upgrading select locations on 12/08/2025 and will stagger the locations.

Remaining locations will be upgraded in the following week of 12/15/2025.
Existing appointments will still be honored and processed.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to direct them to the SLED Regulatory office at (803) 896-7015 or [email protected].

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12/03/2025

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A Real-World Reminder from This Week – Mocksville, NC

One of our students had his vehicle broken into a few days ago while shopping at the Walmart in Mocksville. The thief used a screwdriver to pry open the door, causing significant damage, stole several of his wife’s personal belongings, and found his cell phone hidden in the center console, which they then destroyed.

Thankfully, the one thing the criminal did NOT get was a firearm.
Our student was carrying his pistol on his person (exactly where it belongs) instead of leaving it in the vehicle. This prevented a legally owned gun from falling into criminal hands.

Quick reality check:
• The #1 way criminals obtain fi****ms in the United States is by stealing them from vehicles.
• Vehicles are broken into constantly—often in broad daylight in “safe” parking lots.
• Even the best locked console or glovebox can be defeated in a matter of seconds.

Leaving a gun in a car “just for a few minutes” is one of the highest-risk decisions a responsible gun owner can make.

Better options (in order of preference):
1. Carry it on your body (legal, secure, and under your control).
2. Secure it at home in a proper safe if you can’t carry it where you’re going.
3. If you absolutely must leave it in the vehicle for some reason, use a high-quality, tethered vault that is bolted to the vehicle—and accept that it’s still far from foolproof.

This student’s experience is a strong reminder: your firearm is safest when it’s with YOU, not sitting in a parked car waiting to become another stolen gun added to the cringeworthy statistics.

Stay aware, stay responsible, and keep carrying responsibly.

Today marked my final official, formal class. These ladies demonstrated exceptional enthusiasm and dedication to learnin...
11/09/2025

Today marked my final official, formal class. These ladies demonstrated exceptional enthusiasm and dedication to learning. I am grateful for each of them. The class featured numerous learning opportunities and epiphanies. I am thankful for the past decade of teaching, coaching, and sharing knowledge imparted by the many exceptional instructors and coaches whom I've been so fortunate to train with. This experience has been both exhausting and fulfilling. I extend my sincerest appreciation to everyone who chose to learn alongside me. Today, as with EVERY CLASS or PRIVATE LESSON, I left all my energy in the classroom and on the range!

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1605 Central Avenue
Summerville, SC
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