"Maryland HQL class and training"

 Maryland Handgun Qualification License - Making it Easier for You! 

Our Maryland HQL class is a one stop, full service HQL training. Originator of the All-Inclusive training. 

Learn with a Firearm in your Hands!  (We are the ONLY training academy that does this for their students!) 
Learn the 3 ways to make sure the gun is safe - you will do it in class! 
Learn to take a gun apart and reassemble it! 
Learn to safely load and unload a Glock!
You will also learn Maryland Law, Firearm Safety, Operations and Mechanics of a firearm and basic shooting.  
We have trained over 15,000 Maryland citizens! 
The Best HQL Training in the state! 

 Class Training Schedule

The HQL training is 4 hours in length.  The ticket you are purchasing is for that particular training.
​The ticket is nontransferable or refundable.  The exact location will be emailed to you prior to the class. 
"Hands On" Live training - $160.00 

​Wednesday, May 18th @ 5:00PM - Ellicott City
Saturday, May 21st @ 9:00AM - BWI Area
Thursday, May 26th @ 5:00PM - Ellicott City
Saturday, June 4th @ 8:00AM - BWI Area *$100.00 Lecture
Wednesday, June 8th@ 5PM -Ellicott City
Saturday, June 11th @ 9AM - BWI Area
Tuesday, June 21st @5PM - Ellicott City
Saturday, June 25th @ 9am - Ellicott City * $100.00 Lecture
Thursday, June 30th @ 6PM - BWI

Why Choose Us


We Aim to Simplify the HQL Process.
​This 4 hour HQL course includes the training, firearm and ammunition.
It is an INTERACTIVE HQL TRAINING where you will work with actual firearms. 
We have helped over 10,000 people get their HQL's!

 Full-Time Firearm Instructors
Everything Is Done In Class, Even Your HQL Application
LIVE and Virtual Classes
Training and
Certification Offered
Fingerprinting Available
​at Class
Non-Resident Concealed Carry Upgrades

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Fortress Training
841 E. Fort Ave
Suite 224
Baltimore, MD 21230
​(410)983-3989
  • We have helped over 10,000 people obtain their Maryland Handgun Qualification License.  
  • All-Inclusive Training
  • Interactive Hands-On Training
Credit / Refund Policy:  If you make a financial commitment to a class and are guaranteed a seat, you are not entitled to a refund if you do not attend the class. Due to the COVID Pandemic we cannot transfer you to another class or refund your money. You are purchasing a ticket to that event, please make sure you attend.    
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