Derek Arms

Derek Arms Derek Arms Academy provides professional firearms training in Monroe & Charlotte, NC.

Specializing in NC Concealed Carry (CCH), handgun safety, marksmanship, private instruction, tactical medical training & responsible firearm ownership. Derek Arms Academy is a self-defense training facility for first time gun owners and advanced shooters. We offer a variety of training classes for new gun owners who want to learn basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for owning and using

a pistol, shotgun, or rifle. We also offer advanced shooters real world environments for urban combat and self-defense. Several Women’s only course from level 1 beginner to level 4 advanced and Eddie Eagle classes. All our instructors are NCDOJ & NRA certified and have real world experience.

🔥 GET CERTIFIED. GET CONFIDENT. NC CONCEALED CARRY CLASS — AUGUST 29THReady to take the next step toward carrying respon...
08/23/2026

🔥 GET CERTIFIED. GET CONFIDENT. NC CONCEALED CARRY CLASS — AUGUST 29TH

Ready to take the next step toward carrying responsibly in North Carolina?

Derek Arms Academy is hosting our next NC Concealed Carry Handgun (CCH) Class on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at our private outdoor shooting range in Monroe, NC, conveniently serving the greater Charlotte and Union County area.

Our course is designed for both beginners and experienced handgun owners who want professional instruction in firearm safety, North Carolina concealed carry laws, handgun fundamentals, and marksmanship.

🎯 COURSE HIGHLIGHTS

• NC concealed carry laws & permit responsibilities
• Firearm safety & responsible handgun handling
• Defensive-force and legal considerations
• Handgun fundamentals & shooting techniques
• Basic pistol marksmanship
• Supervised live-fire qualification
• Guidance on applying for your NC Concealed Handgun Permit

FIRST-TIME SHOOTER? YOU CAN START HERE.

You don't have to own a handgun to attend. Our $150 Premium Package includes firearm rental, 50 rounds of ammunition, and required safety gear, making it easy for new shooters to get started.

📅 Saturday, August 29, 2026
📍 Derek Arms Academy — Monroe, NC
🎯 Private Outdoor Shooting Range
👨‍🏫 Professional DOJ, NRA & USCCA Certified Instructors
📌 Serving Charlotte, Monroe, Indian Trail, Matthews, Mint Hill, Waxhaw & Union County

Seats are limited. Reserve your spot for the August 29th NC Concealed Carry Class today.

🌐 derekarms.com

Derek Arms Academy — Train Smart. Carry Confident.

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PROFESSIONAL ARMED & UNARMED SECURITY SERVICES IN NORTH CAROLINAWhen safety matters, experience matters. Derek Arms prov...
08/21/2026

PROFESSIONAL ARMED & UNARMED SECURITY SERVICES IN NORTH CAROLINA

When safety matters, experience matters. Derek Arms provides professional armed and unarmed security services for individuals, businesses, special events, corporate environments, and places of worship throughout North Carolina.

We recruit, train, and hire highly skilled security professionals, including experienced military and law enforcement veterans, with an emphasis on professionalism, situational awareness, prevention, and responsible protection.

Our security services are available for:

• Personal protection
• Corporate and workplace security
• Church and place-of-worship security
• Special events and private functions
• Community organizations
• Customized security assignments

From protecting people to helping organizations create safer environments, Derek Arms develops security solutions around the needs and risks of each client.

Protect your people. Protect your organization. Be prepared.

Visit DerekArms.com or call (984) 733-4002 to schedule a security consultation.

LEOSA / HR-218 Fi****ms Qualification – Derek Arms AcademyAre you an active or retired law enforcement officer looking t...
08/19/2026

LEOSA / HR-218 Fi****ms Qualification – Derek Arms Academy

Are you an active or retired law enforcement officer looking to complete your LEOSA / HR-218 fi****ms qualification?

Derek Arms Academy provides professional LEOSA fi****ms qualification courses in the Charlotte and Monroe, NC area for eligible current and retired law enforcement officers. Our qualification sessions are conducted in a safe, professional range environment with experienced fi****ms instruction.

Our LEOSA / HR-218 qualification course includes:

• Fi****ms safety and range procedures
• Handgun handling and marksmanship fundamentals
• Supervised live-fire qualification
• LEOSA / HR-218 qualification documentation upon successful completion
• Professional instruction at our private outdoor shooting range

Whether you're completing your annual LEOSA qualification, renewing your fi****ms proficiency, or looking for additional range training, Derek Arms provides a straightforward and professional qualification experience.

🎯 Serving Charlotte, Monroe, Union County and surrounding North Carolina communities.

Derek Arms Academy
Train Smart. Carry Confident.

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and emergencies happen without warning—your response can make all the difference. Join Derek Arms Academy's Tactical M...
07/28/2026

and emergencies happen without warning—your response can make all the difference. Join Derek Arms Academy's Tactical Medical Training Class and gain the confidence to provide life-saving care before first responders arrive. Our hands-on training covers Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC), Stop the Bleed, tourniquet application, wound packing, chest seal placement, airway management, casualty evacuation, and emergency scene response using realistic scenarios.

Whether you're a responsible firearm owner, security professional, church safety team member, first responder, or simply someone who wants to be prepared to protect family and friends, this course delivers practical skills you can use when every second counts.

Train with experienced instructors in Charlotte and Monroe, North Carolina, and leave prepared to respond confidently during critical emergencies.

✅ Hands-On Training
✅ Realistic Emergency Scenarios
✅ TECC & Trauma Care Techniques
✅ Stop the Bleed Instruction
✅ Small Class Sizes
✅ Beginners Welcome

Train Smart. Save Lives. Be Ready When It Matters Most.

📍 Charlotte & Monroe, NC
🌐 www.derekarms.com

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🎉 Congratulations to Our New Derek Arms Academy Concealed Carry Graduates! 🎉Today marks an important milestone for anoth...
07/22/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Our New Derek Arms Academy Concealed Carry Graduates! 🎉

Today marks an important milestone for another outstanding group of students who successfully completed our North Carolina DOJ Approved Concealed Carry Handgun Course.

At Derek Arms Academy, we believe that carrying a firearm is not just about exercising a right—it's about embracing the responsibility to protect yourself and those around you through knowledge, sound judgment, and ongoing training. Each graduate demonstrated dedication, discipline, and a commitment to learning safe firearm handling, North Carolina concealed carry laws, defensive shooting fundamentals, and responsible firearm ownership.

We are incredibly proud of every student who earned their Concealed Carry Certificate today. Your hard work and willingness to learn are what make responsible armed citizens stronger and our communities safer.

Remember, your certificate is just the beginning. Continue practicing, seek additional training, and never stop improving your skills. Confidence comes from preparation, and preparation comes from consistent training.

Thank you for trusting Derek Arms Academy with your fi****ms education. We look forward to seeing you back on the range for Basic Pistol, Advanced Defensive Pistol, Home Defense, and other continuing education courses.

Congratulations again, graduates—we're proud to have you as part of the Derek Arms family!

🌐 www.DerekArms.com
📞 (984) 733-4002
📘 Facebook: /DerekFi****ms

Train Smart. Carry Confident.

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🔰 Derek Arms Basic Pistol Class | Perfect for First-Time ShootersThinking about purchasing your first handgun but don't ...
07/22/2026

🔰 Derek Arms Basic Pistol Class | Perfect for First-Time Shooters

Thinking about purchasing your first handgun but don't know where to start? Derek Arms Academy's Basic Pistol Class is designed specifically for first-time shooters, women, and anyone looking to build confidence through professional fi****ms training.

Our experienced instructors provide a safe, supportive, and beginner-friendly learning environment where you'll gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to safely own and operate a handgun.

During This Course You'll Learn:

✅ Firearm Safety Rules
✅ Safe Loading & Unloading Procedures
✅ Proper Grip, Stance & Trigger Control
✅ Sight Alignment & Marksmanship Fundamentals
✅ Range Safety & Etiquette
✅ Safe Firearm Storage
✅ Building Confidence Through Hands-On Instruction

Whether your goal is personal protection, recreational shooting, or preparing for a future North Carolina Concealed Carry Class, this course provides the perfect foundation.

📍 Derek Arms Academy
3317 Love Mill Road
Monroe, NC 28110

🎯 Private Outdoor Shooting Range
👩 Beginner-Friendly Environment
💪 Women Encouraged to Attend
👨‍🏫 Professional Fi****ms Instructors

🌐 www.DerekArms.com
📞 (984) 733-4002
📘 Facebook: /DerekFi****ms

Build Confidence. Learn Safely. Shoot Responsibly.

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🎯 NEW at Derek Arms – Feyachi Precision Optics Has Arrived! 🎯Take your shooting performance to the next level with the N...
07/21/2026

🎯 NEW at Derek Arms – Feyachi Precision Optics Has Arrived! 🎯

Take your shooting performance to the next level with the NEW Feyachi Precision Optics product line, now available at Derek Arms! Whether you're upgrading your concealed carry pistol, outfitting your AR-platform rifle, or looking for dependable optics for hunting, competition, or home defense, Feyachi delivers outstanding performance at an exceptional value.

Our selection includes premium red dot sights, reflex sights, magnifiers, rifle optics, and mounting solutions engineered for fast target acquisition, rugged durability, and dependable accuracy.

At Derek Arms Academy, we don't just sell quality optics—we teach you how to use them. Join one of our North Carolina Concealed Carry, Basic Pistol, Basic Rifle, Women's Fi****ms Training, or Private Instruction classes and learn from experienced instructors on our private outdoor range.

✅ Feyachi Precision Optics
✅ Professional Fi****ms Training
✅ Expert Product Recommendations
✅ First-Time & Experienced Shooters Welcome

Whether you're building your first firearm or upgrading your current setup, Derek Arms has the products and training to help you shoot with confidence.

Train Smart. Carry Confident.

🌐 Shop online or register for classes today at www.DerekArms.com

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Honor. Courage. Sacrifice.Today, all of us at Derek Arms pause to honor the lives of Army Pvt. Isabella Gonzales and 1st...
07/21/2026

Honor. Courage. Sacrifice.

Today, all of us at Derek Arms pause to honor the lives of Army Pvt. Isabella Gonzales and 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan, two American heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Their courage reminds us that freedom is never free. It is protected by extraordinary men and women who willingly stand in harm's way so that others may live in peace and liberty.

We extend our deepest prayers and heartfelt condolences to their families, friends, fellow Soldiers, and all who served beside them. May their memories be a source of strength, and may their sacrifice never be forgotten.

At Derek Arms, we believe responsible firearm ownership, education, and service to our communities are rooted in the same values these heroes embodied—honor, responsibility, and commitment to protecting others.

Please join us in remembering these brave Americans.

Rest easy, heroes. We have the watch.

🎯 Train Smarter with MantisX – Now Available at Derek Arms Academy!Take your shooting skills to the next level with the ...
07/20/2026

🎯 Train Smarter with MantisX – Now Available at Derek Arms Academy!

Take your shooting skills to the next level with the complete line of MantisX firearm training systems, now available at Derek Arms Academy. Whether you're a first-time firearm owner, concealed carry permit holder, competitive shooter, or experienced marksman, MantisX provides real-time feedback to help you improve faster with every training session.

Practice safely at home with dry fire or enhance your live fire sessions using advanced motion analysis that measures trigger control, sight alignment, recoil management, follow-through, and overall shooting performance.

✔ Dry Fire & Live Fire Training
✔ Real-Time Shooting Analytics
✔ Improve Accuracy & Trigger Control
✔ Compatible with Most Handguns & Rifles
✔ Trusted by Military, Law Enforcement & Professional Instructors

Visit our showroom in Monroe, NC, or shop online at www.derekarms.com to explore the latest MantisX training systems and accessories.

Derek Arms Academy – Train Smart. Carry Confident.

🔒 StopBox® Secure Storage Solutions – Now Available at Derek Arms AcademyProtect what matters most with the innovative S...
07/16/2026

🔒 StopBox® Secure Storage Solutions – Now Available at Derek Arms Academy

Protect what matters most with the innovative StopBox® line of portable firearm storage devices, now available at Derek Arms Academy. Designed for fast, keyless access without batteries, electronics, or biometric failures, StopBox provides a secure storage solution for responsible firearm owners.

Whether you're protecting your handgun at home, in your vehicle, at the office, or while traveling, StopBox offers dependable security with rapid access when seconds count.

✔ StopBox Pro Full-Size
✔ StopBox Pro Compact
✔ Portable & Vehicle Storage Solutions
✔ No Batteries • No Electronics • No Keys
✔ Fast Mechanical Access
✔ Trusted by Responsible Firearm Owners

Visit our Monroe, NC store or shop online today at www.derekarms.com and discover why StopBox is one of America's fastest-growing firearm storage systems.

Derek Arms Academy
Train Smart. Carry Confident.

Address

3317 Love Mill Road Unit B
Unit B, NC
28110

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+19847334002

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