Armed Defense Training Association upcoming events

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, April 23, 2026)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Description
Build and maintain your shooting skills by attending ADTA’s Fun Shoot training events. This event includes training in the basic skills needed to earn your Safe Shooter certification. Our target lane exercises will help you improve your defensive shooting and build confidence in your ability to defend yourself and your loved ones. Please join us for a fun-filled evening in a friendly social setting!

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

Build and maintain your shooting skills by attending ADTA’s Live-Fire training events. All of our events include fun and challenging defensive skills training. Use this opportunity to get your Defensive Shooter card signed off. Join us and receive practical defensive firearms training that you cannot get on your own at the range.

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Wednesday, May 06, 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 01:00:00 GMT

ADTA Board Meeting (Thursday, May 07, 2026)

Fri, 08 May 2026 01:30:00 GMT

ADTA board meetings are open to all ADTA members. You're welcome to attend! Meetings are relatively informal, and all members are invited to contribute to the conversation.

Board meetings focus on planning. Discussion items include organizational goals, budgets, schedules, marketing, recruiting, tax status, insurance and legal compliance, volunteer development and rewards.

Meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Just let us know in advance so we can include you in the video conference emails.

Teams or Zoom video conference works on all computers and devices – PC, MAC, phones, tablets
We send out an email with the meeting link via before the meeting starts. The email also includes PDFs of any handouts for the meeting.

BEGINNERS / NEW MEMBER WORKSHOP with MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE – ADTA Bellevue – Basic Handgun Training (Saturday, May 09, 2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Join us for the ADTA BEGINNER LEVEL WORKSHOP – Training for Handgun Beginners and New Members.

Training starting point for ADTA membership.
Registration fee includes your 1st year ADTA membership ($129 value). Class-only option is not available due to our non-profit status.
No firearms experience required to attend.
The event will start in the classroom, followed by a one-hour "live-fire" session together in the indoor training bay.
Bring your defense handgun or rent one* from the range. We may have staff-owned loaners available for you use, with advance request.
50 rounds of ammo is needed. You'll need to purchase ammo at the range if using their rental firearm or a one of our loaner firearms.
Proper eye and hearing protection is required to enter the training bay at the facility. The range offers these for rent too.
Plan on arriving 20 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Bellevue Gun Club - Bellevue

Event Description:

Our Beginner Level New Member Workshop provides basic training for both new handgun owners and experienced shooters who want to refresh their skills. Your registration includes your 1st year of ADTA membership ($129 value), which opens the door for you to participate in our frequent Live-Fire Tactical events. This 4-hour event covers all the basics of handgun safety and operation in one session. Includes many skills needed to get your Safe Shooter certification and participate in Live-Fire events. Enrollment is limited so that you receive lots of personal attention.

What you will learn in this workshop:

How to handle a variety of real handguns safely – under the supervision of a ADTA Range Safety Officer and Instructor.
How to hold, aim and dry-fire a handgun.
How to draw from the holster.
How to participate in a Live-Fire shooting line.
Find out how to earn your ADTA “Safe Shooter” certification and get signed-off on some of the requirements.

Event includes these Safe Shooter requirements:

The 4 Basic Rules of Gun Safety.
Dealing with unsafe gun handling.
Naming the parts of a handgun.
The 12-Step Basic Dry-Fire Exercise.
The 5-Step Basic Holster Exercise.

Firearm Safety Protocol:

Firearm safety is of absolute importance to us. There are several rules that must be followed for everyone’s safety.

1. One of our Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will greet you and clear any handgun you have with you.

2. All handguns present must be unloaded. No attendees are allowed to have ammunition anywhere in the room. Please leave all ammunition in your vehicle or with the ADTA Range Safety Officer.

3. Handling of firearms must take place while being supervised and directed by an ADTA instructor. When not taking part in an exercise, please keep your handgun on the practice tables (or in a holster or case).

4. Come prepared for a safe event. Although created for our more advanced events, please familiarize yourself with what gear and attire is suitable by visiting Armed Defense Training Association - ADTA Shooter’s Checklist.

Refund Policy:

Should you need to cancel your registration for any reason, please shoot us an email at membership@armeddefense.org. Let us know early as our event registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable within 7 days of the event. We'll fully refund your registration fee should we be forced to cancel your class. Thank you for your understanding!

*Range Firearm Rental:

Renting a firearm from the Bellevue Gun Club requires: their "Bronze Membership" or higher; their handgun rental fee; and ammo purchased from them. All these additional fees and coordination with Bellevue Gun Club for your rental are your responsibly. If you wish to borrow a handgun from your ADTA instructor, you must contact them in advance for their borrowing requirements. At a minimum, they will require the use of factory brass-cased ammunition.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Training for Experienced Shooters (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Training for Experienced Shooters in an Open Bay

You must have your ADTA Safe Shooter Certification in order to attend this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
VENUE: West Coast Armory North, Everett
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FREE DRY-PRACTICE WORKSHOP – ADTA Lynnwood (Tuesday, May 26, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA DRY-PRACTICE WORKSHOP – Ongoing Training for Intermediate-Level Shooters

To attend this class, we recommend that you have already attended our Beginners Workshop, -OR- that you own a gun and know how to shoot it.

Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Refuge Church - Lynnwood.

Event Description

Build and maintain your shooting skills by attending ADTA’s Dry-Fire Workshop. This event includes training in the basic skills needed to earn your Safe Shooter and Defensive Shooter certifications. Also includes many of the shooting scenarios that you'll encounter in our live-fire events. Let our Dry-Fire (no ammunition) training get you ready for the real thing!

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Dry-Fire Workshops:

Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
A concealed-carry cover garment – doesn't really matter what it is, as long as it conceals your gun.

Typical Scenario Training at our Dry-Fire Workshops

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you are a concealed pistol license holder, you are of course welcome to do so responsibly at our events.
At most of our workshops we encourage our attendees to actively participate in exercises or scenarios.
For everyone's safety, we require that active workshop participants not be carrying a loaded firearm.
For everyone's safety, handling of firearms is not permitted during ADTA workshop events except by the supervised, specific direction of an ADTA official.
Our ADTA Range Safety Officers will be present to help all attendees unload and clear any firearms prior to participating.
If you are participating in the workshop, you may also secure and lock your own firearm in your vehicle prior to entering the workshop venue.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, May 27, 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, May 28, 2026)

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Wednesday, June 03, 2026)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 01:00:00 GMT

ADTA Instructors Meeting (Thursday, June 04, 2026)

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Instructor meetings focus on training content and scheduling, instructor development and training, getting new instructors on-stage and performing, shooter certifications, RSO development and training.

This meeting takes place via Microsoft Teams or Zoom video conference.

Teams and Zoom video conferencing works on all computers and devices – PC, MAC, phones, tablets
We send out an email with the meeting link via before the meeting starts. The email also includes PDFs of any handouts for the meeting.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Training for Experienced Shooters (Tuesday, June 09, 2026)

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Training for Experienced Shooters in an Open Bay

You must have your ADTA Safe Shooter Certification in order to attend this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
VENUE: West Coast Armory North, Everett
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, June 24, 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, June 25, 2026)

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Wednesday, July 01, 2026)

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

ADTA Board Meeting (Thursday, July 02, 2026)

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:30:00 GMT

ADTA board meetings are open to all ADTA members. You're welcome to attend! Meetings are relatively informal, and all members are invited to contribute to the conversation.

Meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Just let us know in advance so we can include you in the video conference emails.

Teams or Zoom video conference works on all computers and devices – PC, MAC, phones, tablets
We send out an email with the meeting link via before the meeting starts. The email also includes PDFs of any handouts for the meeting.

BEGINNERS / NEW MEMBER WORKSHOP with MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE – ADTA Bellevue – Basic Handgun Training (Saturday, July 11, 2026)

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Join us for the ADTA BEGINNER LEVEL WORKSHOP – Training for Handgun Beginners and New Members.

Training starting point for ADTA membership.
Registration fee includes your 1st year ADTA membership ($129 value). Class-only option is not available due to our non-profit status.
No firearms experience required to attend.
The event will start in the classroom, followed by a one-hour "live-fire" session together in the indoor training bay.
Bring your defense handgun or rent one* from the range. We may have staff-owned loaners available for you use, with advance request.
50 rounds of ammo is needed. You'll need to purchase ammo at the range if using their rental firearm or a one of our loaner firearms.
Proper eye and hearing protection is required to enter the training bay at the facility. The range offers these for rent too.
Plan on arriving 20 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Bellevue Gun Club - Bellevue

Event Description:

What you will learn in this workshop:

How to handle a variety of real handguns safely – under the supervision of a ADTA Range Safety Officer and Instructor.
How to hold, aim and dry-fire a handgun.
How to draw from the holster.
How to participate in a Live-Fire shooting line.
Find out how to earn your ADTA “Safe Shooter” certification and get signed-off on some of the requirements.

Event includes these Safe Shooter requirements:

The 4 Basic Rules of Gun Safety.
Dealing with unsafe gun handling.
Naming the parts of a handgun.
The 12-Step Basic Dry-Fire Exercise.
The 5-Step Basic Holster Exercise.

Firearm Safety Protocol:

Firearm safety is of absolute importance to us. There are several rules that must be followed for everyone’s safety.

1. One of our Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will greet you and clear any handgun you have with you.

2. All handguns present must be unloaded. No attendees are allowed to have ammunition anywhere in the room. Please leave all ammunition in your vehicle or with the ADTA Range Safety Officer.

Refund Policy:

*Range Firearm Rental:

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Training for Experienced Shooters (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Training for Experienced Shooters in an Open Bay

You must have your ADTA Safe Shooter Certification in order to attend this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
VENUE: West Coast Armory North, Everett
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, July 23, 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

FREE DRY-PRACTICE WORKSHOP – ADTA Lynnwood (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)

Wed, 29 Jul 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA DRY-PRACTICE WORKSHOP – Ongoing Training for Intermediate-Level Shooters

To attend this class, we recommend that you have already attended our Beginners Workshop, -OR- that you own a gun and know how to shoot it.

Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Refuge Church - Lynnwood.

Event Description

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Dry-Fire Workshops:

Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
A concealed-carry cover garment – doesn't really matter what it is, as long as it conceals your gun.

Typical Scenario Training at our Dry-Fire Workshops

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you are a concealed pistol license holder, you are of course welcome to do so responsibly at our events.
At most of our workshops we encourage our attendees to actively participate in exercises or scenarios.
For everyone's safety, we require that active workshop participants not be carrying a loaded firearm.
For everyone's safety, handling of firearms is not permitted during ADTA workshop events except by the supervised, specific direction of an ADTA official.
Our ADTA Range Safety Officers will be present to help all attendees unload and clear any firearms prior to participating.
If you are participating in the workshop, you may also secure and lock your own firearm in your vehicle prior to entering the workshop venue.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, July 29, 2026)

Thu, 30 Jul 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Wednesday, August 05, 2026)

Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

ADTA Instructors Meeting (Thursday, August 06, 2026)

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT

This meeting takes place via Microsoft Teams or Zoom video conference.

Teams and Zoom video conferencing works on all computers and devices – PC, MAC, phones, tablets
We send out an email with the meeting link via before the meeting starts. The email also includes PDFs of any handouts for the meeting.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Training for Experienced Shooters (Tuesday, August 11, 2026)

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Training for Experienced Shooters in an Open Bay

You must have your ADTA Safe Shooter Certification in order to attend this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
VENUE: West Coast Armory North, Everett
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, August 26, 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, August 27, 2026)

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

Live-Fire Fun Shoot BBQ Fundraiser (Saturday, August 29, 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

This very special ADTA membership event will start with a short business meeting and mandatory safety briefing at 10:00AM. At 11:00AM Randy Hayden will then host an ADTA fundraiser on his property including a Fun Shoot and Potluck BBQ with our Families and Friends. Select members will be volunteering their support as range safety officers to ensure a safe while fun event.

41104 State Route 530 Northeast Arlington, WA 98223

Cost is $40 per person.

All legal firearms welcome – Rifles, Revolvers, Shotguns encouraged
BBQ potluck beginning at 4:00 PM
Please bring a side dish and/or something for the grill. Also, bring your own lunch, snacks and beverages so you can sustain until dinner time.

The fun shoot includes but is not limited to:

Directions:

Head North on I-5. Turn East on WA-530. The property is on the right.

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Space is limited and online preregistration and payment are required; you must be a current member to participate in live-fire events.

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ADTA Member-Instructors and ADTA Range Safety Officers manage the event, helping everyone have fun, learn something new, challenge themselves, and stay safe.

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Please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased; event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster or case.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and reholster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event.

We start with a cold range, with firearms unloaded and holstered until you are on the firing line and instructed to load.

Do not touch or handle any gun until you are at the firing line and instructed to load.
All guns must be unloaded and holstered or cased unless you are on the firing line.
OK to handle and load magazines but do not insert into the gun.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Wednesday, September 02, 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

ADTA Board Meeting (Thursday, September 03, 2026)

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 01:30:00 GMT

ADTA board meetings are open to all ADTA members. You're welcome to attend! Meetings are relatively informal, and all members are invited to contribute to the conversation.

Meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Just let us know in advance so we can include you in the video conference emails.

Teams or Zoom video conference works on all computers and devices – PC, MAC, phones, tablets
We send out an email with the meeting link via before the meeting starts. The email also includes PDFs of any handouts for the meeting.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Training for Experienced Shooters (Tuesday, September 08, 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Training for Experienced Shooters in an Open Bay

You must have your ADTA Safe Shooter Certification in order to attend this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
VENUE: West Coast Armory North, Everett
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

BEGINNERS / NEW MEMBER WORKSHOP with MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE – ADTA Bellevue – Basic Handgun Training (Saturday, September 12, 2026)

Sat, 12 Sep 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Join us for the ADTA BEGINNER LEVEL WORKSHOP – Training for Handgun Beginners and New Members.

Training starting point for ADTA membership.
Registration fee includes your 1st year ADTA membership ($129 value). Class-only option is not available due to our non-profit status.
No firearms experience required to attend.
The event will start in the classroom, followed by a one-hour "live-fire" session together in the indoor training bay.
Bring your defense handgun or rent one* from the range. We may have staff-owned loaners available for you use, with advance request.
50 rounds of ammo is needed. You'll need to purchase ammo at the range if using their rental firearm or a one of our loaner firearms.
Proper eye and hearing protection is required to enter the training bay at the facility. The range offers these for rent too.
Plan on arriving 20 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Bellevue Gun Club - Bellevue

Event Description:

What you will learn in this workshop:

How to handle a variety of real handguns safely – under the supervision of a ADTA Range Safety Officer and Instructor.
How to hold, aim and dry-fire a handgun.
How to draw from the holster.
How to participate in a Live-Fire shooting line.
Find out how to earn your ADTA “Safe Shooter” certification and get signed-off on some of the requirements.

Event includes these Safe Shooter requirements:

The 4 Basic Rules of Gun Safety.
Dealing with unsafe gun handling.
Naming the parts of a handgun.
The 12-Step Basic Dry-Fire Exercise.
The 5-Step Basic Holster Exercise.

Firearm Safety Protocol:

Firearm safety is of absolute importance to us. There are several rules that must be followed for everyone’s safety.

1. One of our Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will greet you and clear any handgun you have with you.

2. All handguns present must be unloaded. No attendees are allowed to have ammunition anywhere in the room. Please leave all ammunition in your vehicle or with the ADTA Range Safety Officer.

Refund Policy:

*Range Firearm Rental:

FREE DRY-PRACTICE WORKSHOP – ADTA Lynnwood (Tuesday, September 22, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA DRY-PRACTICE WORKSHOP – Ongoing Training for Intermediate-Level Shooters

To attend this class, we recommend that you have already attended our Beginners Workshop, -OR- that you own a gun and know how to shoot it.

Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Refuge Church - Lynnwood.

Event Description

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Dry-Fire Workshops:

Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
A concealed-carry cover garment – doesn't really matter what it is, as long as it conceals your gun.

Typical Scenario Training at our Dry-Fire Workshops

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you are a concealed pistol license holder, you are of course welcome to do so responsibly at our events.
At most of our workshops we encourage our attendees to actively participate in exercises or scenarios.
For everyone's safety, we require that active workshop participants not be carrying a loaded firearm.
For everyone's safety, handling of firearms is not permitted during ADTA workshop events except by the supervised, specific direction of an ADTA official.
Our ADTA Range Safety Officers will be present to help all attendees unload and clear any firearms prior to participating.
If you are participating in the workshop, you may also secure and lock your own firearm in your vehicle prior to entering the workshop venue.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, September 24, 2026)

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, September 30, 2026)

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

ADTA Instructors Meeting (Thursday, October 01, 2026)

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 01:30:00 GMT

This meeting takes place via Microsoft Teams or Zoom video conference.

Teams and Zoom video conferencing works on all computers and devices – PC, MAC, phones, tablets
We send out an email with the meeting link via before the meeting starts. The email also includes PDFs of any handouts for the meeting.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Wednesday, October 07, 2026)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Training for Experienced Shooters (Tuesday, October 13, 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Training for Experienced Shooters in an Open Bay

You must have your ADTA Safe Shooter Certification in order to attend this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
VENUE: West Coast Armory North, Everett
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, October 22, 2026)

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, October 28, 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Wednesday, November 04, 2026)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

ADTA Board Meeting (Thursday, November 05, 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 02:30:00 GMT

ADTA board meetings are open to all ADTA members. You're welcome to attend! Meetings are relatively informal, and all members are invited to contribute to the conversation.

Meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Just let us know in advance so we can include you in the video conference emails.

Teams or Zoom video conference works on all computers and devices – PC, MAC, phones, tablets
We send out an email with the meeting link via before the meeting starts. The email also includes PDFs of any handouts for the meeting.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Training for Experienced Shooters (Tuesday, November 10, 2026)

Wed, 11 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Training for Experienced Shooters in an Open Bay

You must have your ADTA Safe Shooter Certification in order to attend this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
VENUE: West Coast Armory North, Everett
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

BEGINNERS / NEW MEMBER WORKSHOP with MEMBERSHIP PACKAGE – ADTA Bellevue – Basic Handgun Training (Saturday, November 14, 2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Join us for the ADTA BEGINNER LEVEL WORKSHOP – Training for Handgun Beginners and New Members.

Training starting point for ADTA membership.
Registration fee includes your 1st year ADTA membership ($129 value). Class-only option is not available due to our non-profit status.
No firearms experience required to attend.
The event will start in the classroom, followed by a one-hour "live-fire" session together in the indoor training bay.
Bring your defense handgun or rent one* from the range. We may have staff-owned loaners available for you use, with advance request.
50 rounds of ammo is needed. You'll need to purchase ammo at the range if using their rental firearm or a one of our loaner firearms.
Proper eye and hearing protection is required to enter the training bay at the facility. The range offers these for rent too.
Plan on arriving 20 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Bellevue Gun Club - Bellevue

Event Description:

What you will learn in this workshop:

How to handle a variety of real handguns safely – under the supervision of a ADTA Range Safety Officer and Instructor.
How to hold, aim and dry-fire a handgun.
How to draw from the holster.
How to participate in a Live-Fire shooting line.
Find out how to earn your ADTA “Safe Shooter” certification and get signed-off on some of the requirements.

Event includes these Safe Shooter requirements:

The 4 Basic Rules of Gun Safety.
Dealing with unsafe gun handling.
Naming the parts of a handgun.
The 12-Step Basic Dry-Fire Exercise.
The 5-Step Basic Holster Exercise.

Firearm Safety Protocol:

Firearm safety is of absolute importance to us. There are several rules that must be followed for everyone’s safety.

1. One of our Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will greet you and clear any handgun you have with you.

2. All handguns present must be unloaded. No attendees are allowed to have ammunition anywhere in the room. Please leave all ammunition in your vehicle or with the ADTA Range Safety Officer.

Refund Policy:

*Range Firearm Rental:

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, November 19, 2026)

Fri, 20 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

FREE DRY-PRACTICE WORKSHOP – ADTA Lynnwood (Tuesday, November 24, 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA DRY-PRACTICE WORKSHOP – Ongoing Training for Intermediate-Level Shooters

To attend this class, we recommend that you have already attended our Beginners Workshop, -OR- that you own a gun and know how to shoot it.

Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Refuge Church - Lynnwood.

Event Description

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Dry-Fire Workshops:

Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
A concealed-carry cover garment – doesn't really matter what it is, as long as it conceals your gun.

Typical Scenario Training at our Dry-Fire Workshops

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you are a concealed pistol license holder, you are of course welcome to do so responsibly at our events.
At most of our workshops we encourage our attendees to actively participate in exercises or scenarios.
For everyone's safety, we require that active workshop participants not be carrying a loaded firearm.
For everyone's safety, handling of firearms is not permitted during ADTA workshop events except by the supervised, specific direction of an ADTA official.
Our ADTA Range Safety Officers will be present to help all attendees unload and clear any firearms prior to participating.
If you are participating in the workshop, you may also secure and lock your own firearm in your vehicle prior to entering the workshop venue.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, November 25, 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Wednesday, December 02, 2026)

Thu, 03 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

ADTA Instructors Meeting (Thursday, December 03, 2026)

Fri, 04 Dec 2026 02:30:00 GMT

This meeting takes place via Microsoft Teams or Zoom video conference.

Teams and Zoom video conferencing works on all computers and devices – PC, MAC, phones, tablets
We send out an email with the meeting link via before the meeting starts. The email also includes PDFs of any handouts for the meeting.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – ADTA Everett – Training for Experienced Shooters (Tuesday, December 08, 2026)

Wed, 09 Dec 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Training for Experienced Shooters in an Open Bay

You must have your ADTA Safe Shooter Certification in order to attend this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
VENUE: West Coast Armory North, Everett
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.

ADTA 2026 Annual Meeting / Holiday Potluck (Thursday, December 10, 2026)

Fri, 11 Dec 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Join us for annual ADTA meeting and Holiday Potluck

Bring a dish!

Potluck from 6:30-8:00pm, Business Mtg from 8-9pm.
VENUE: Refuge Church, Lynnwood, WA

Event Description:

Every year we hold a social potluck to bring our members together and celebrate the year and to also hold our official business meeting which includes the 'state of ADTA' by the president and go over financials. It is a great time to fellowship with our membership in supporting our firearm community.

FUN SHOOT – ADTA Federal Way – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters (Thursday, December 17, 2026)

Fri, 18 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA FUN SHOOT – Target Lane Training for All Levels of Shooters

Open to ADTA members, friends, family, and the public.
Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
VENUE: Federal Way Indoor Range

Event Highlights

Great way to get in more shooting practice and training
Get your Safe Shooter Certifications signed off
Learn more about ADTA’s Defensive Shooting training programs

What to bring

In addition to your eye and ear protection, all participants need to bring their own semi-auto handgun and ammunition. You can rent a gun at the shooting range if you wish.

Range rules and lane rental fees

All participants will be asked to follow all shooting range rules, and to pay their own lane rental fees.

No membership fee
$15 charge per visit/day, per lane. Stay as long as you like.
$10 for each guest accompanied by member and sharing the lane. Maximum 2 persons per lane.
Complimentary Eye & Ear Protection
Pistol calibers & rifles up to 44 magnum only.

LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT* – ADTA Bellevue – Training for All Abilities (Wednesday, December 30, 2026)

Thu, 31 Dec 2026 02:30:00 GMT

Join us for an ADTA LIVE-FIRE TACTICAL SHOOT – Pistol Training for All Shooters in an Open Bay

* You must be an ADTA member to participate in this event. We have waived the usual Safe Shooter Certification requirement for this event.

Plan on arriving 15 minutes early to check in.
Please arrive with holsters on and magazines loaded.
Sig P320 pistols are prohibited at this event.

Click here to see videos from our Live-Fire Training Events!

Event Description

What do I need to participate?

ADTA membership is required to attend.
ADTA Safe Shooter certification is required.

To find out more about ADTA certifications, click here. If you're not yet a member, click here to start your membership application process.

What skills will be featured at this event?

To be announced.

Items needed specially for this event:

To be announced.

Items you should always bring to our Live-Fire Shoots:

Eye and ear protection.
Your pistol with an outside-the-waistband hip holster.
Three magazines and a magazine carrier with two pouches.
Tactical flashlight with momentary push-button switch.
At least 150 rounds of ammunition.

For more information about equipment, check out our ADTA Shooter's Checklist.

Typical Scenario Training at our Live-Fire Shoots:

Basic home defense
Active shooter situations
Sudden confrontations

Firearm Safety Protocol

This protocol must be followed for everyone's safety. ADTA Range Safety Officers (RSOs) will be present to check you in at the door.

If you have a CPL and normally carry, you may arrive with your firearm loaded and holstered. Event staff will direct you where and when to unload and re-holster your UNLOADED firearm at the start of the event. At the conclusion of the event, event staff will direct you to reload and holster.
If you do not carry, please arrive with your firearm unloaded and cased. Event staff will direct you where and when to uncase and transfer your UNLOADED firearm to your holster.