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CCW permit holders learn a lot of information in class, but it’s easy to forget what you know or get confused when you’re told differing information from friends, family, and coworkers. During your CCW class, we reviewed a variety of myths about concealed carry. In...

Whether they originated in Hollywood or online, there are a lot of misconceptions about the world of firearms and shooting. In this blog, we’re dispelling four of the most common firearms misconceptions we come across! “Concealed Carriers Only Choose Tacticool Brands”...

When you pair a pistol with the right training and mindset, the firearm becomes a tool that could potentially save your life. If you have yet to obtain your MD CCW permit, however, your pistol likely stays in its quick access safe in between your trips to the gun...

Did you know that summer is the most common season for home break-ins? The US Department of Justice estimates that winter typically has 11% less burglaries, followed by spring (9%) and fall (6%). There are a hand full of reasons why that could be the case, including...

This year, we made the switch to our outdoor range in Glen Arm, MD for our full range of live fire courses.  We’ve already instructed over a dozen courses since the start of March, meaning we’ve developed a good idea of exactly what you should pack for your next...

Whether you’re in the heat of a threatening encounter or you’ve just arrived at our range in Glen Arm, MD for your next firearms training course, there are a few fundamentals that should instantly come to mind when you are wielding a firearm. In fact, we recently...

So, you’ve decided to pursue your Maryland concealed carry permit. Whether you are waiting for your permit to arrive in the mail or still planning to register for the required Maryland CCW course, we have a hand full of tips that are sure to surprise you and hopefully...

As a firearms trainer in the Baltimore, MD area, we’ve been exposed to numerous products, organizations, and people over the years that have benefited us in a variety of ways. Here are a few of our favorite brands we have dealt with! Whether you are searching for ways...

With the right training and adherence to the rules of firearm usage, our pistols undoubtedly become tools that can protect our lives and preserve loved ones from harm. Even still, the subject of guns can be challenging to talk about at home, especially when children...

At Soteria, we pride ourselves on having a wealth of knowledge about most common types of firearms. Whether you’re looking to enter the world of shooting with an introductory pistol or AR class, or you are looking for training geared toward experienced shooters, we...