About Trouble Defense LLC
About Trouble Defense LLC
Veteran-Owned Firearm Academy Since 2012 • 400+ Five-Star Google Reviews • Serving Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC
Who We Are
Trouble Defense LLC was created to make professional firearm and safety education more accessible to everyday people.
Our students include complete beginners, experienced firearm owners, women, families, seniors, individuals with disabilities, concealed-carry applicants and professionals responsible for workplace safety.
We understand that handling a firearm for the first time can feel intimidating. Our instructors teach with patience, clear communication and respect. Students are encouraged to ask questions, learn at their own pace and develop skills through structured instruction—not pressure or fear.
We do more than help people complete a class. We teach responsible decision-making, safe firearm handling, legal awareness, practical preparedness and the importance of continuing education.
Our Mission
Our mission is to help individuals and organizations become safer through education, preparation and responsible decision-making.
Every Trouble Defense program is built around five core values:
- Safety before everything
- Professional and respectful instruction
- Responsible firearm ownership
- Confidence through education
- Training that is accessible to people from different backgrounds and ability levels
Whether someone is holding a firearm for the first time, applying for a concealed-carry permit or preparing employees for an emergency, our goal is to provide training that is useful, understandable and applicable to real life.
Dee Parker — Founder and Chief Executive Officer
Dee Parker is an eight-year United States Army veteran, certified firearms instructor and the founder and CEO of Trouble Defense LLC.
During his military career, Dee served as a Unit Supply Specialist and Unit Armorer. He was also selected to support the Army’s Best Warrior Competition as an instructor and evaluator, helping soldiers improve their firearm safety, marksmanship and mission readiness.
After completing his military service, Dee spent more than 15 years supporting federal government operations at the Pentagon Motor Pool. His responsibilities included logistics management, equipment accountability, operational planning and support for military and government personnel.
Becoming a husband and father gave Dee an even stronger reason to promote responsible firearm ownership. He founded Trouble Defense to help families protect themselves through education, preparation and sound decision-making—not fear.
Today, Dee continues to lead the company using the same values that guided his military and federal service: integrity, discipline, accountability and service to others.
Sheena Parker — Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer
Sheena Parker is the co-founder, Chief Operating Officer and a certified firearms instructor at Trouble Defense LLC.
Sheena is known for her patient, supportive and straightforward teaching style. She works extensively with beginners, women and students who may feel nervous or uncertain about firearms.
As a wife, mother, business owner and instructor, Sheena understands that every student arrives with different concerns, experiences and goals. She creates a respectful learning environment where students can ask questions, build skills and gain confidence without feeling judged or rushed.
Sheena also helps lead Trouble Defense’s women’s firearm training programs, including private instruction and the B.A.B.E. women’s group training experience.
Her leadership has helped Trouble Defense build a welcoming training culture where safety, education and personal growth remain the priority.
Our Professional Instructor Team
Trouble Defense is supported by a team of professional firearms and safety instructors who share our commitment to responsible education.
Our instructors work with beginners, experienced shooters, concealed-carry applicants, women, private groups, organizations and students who require adaptive instruction.
Every instructor is expected to provide patient, respectful and safety-focused training while representing the professional standards of Trouble Defense LLC.
What We Do
Trouble Defense offers individual, group and organizational training throughout the DMV region.
First-Time Gun Owner Training
Our First-Time Gun Owner Training helps beginners understand firearm safety, operation, maintenance, storage and responsible ownership.
No previous experience or firearm ownership is required for many of our beginner programs.
Women’s Firearm Training
Our Women’s Firearm Training provides female-led, beginner-friendly instruction in a supportive and judgment-free environment.
Students can choose private instruction, small-group experiences or monthly B.A.B.E. range sessions.
Concealed-Carry Training
We provide professional concealed-carry education for Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC.
Students who need training across multiple jurisdictions can explore our DMV Concealed Carry Training and multi-state options.
Adaptive Firearm Training
Our Adaptive Firearms Training provides specialized instruction for people who are blind or have low vision.
Training may include enhanced verbal communication, tactile reference points, individualized instruction and carefully controlled range procedures.
Government and Corporate Safety Training
Our Government and Corporate Safety Training helps organizations prepare employees for emergencies and workplace threats.
Programs can include active-shooter preparedness, workplace violence prevention, situational awareness, de-escalation, emergency-response planning and facility security risk assessments.
Corporate Shooting Events
Trouble Defense coordinates professionally managed Corporate Shooting Events and Range Safety Officer Services for businesses, government teams and private organizations.
Court-Ordered Firearm Safety Training
Our Court-Ordered Firearm Safety Training serves qualifying participants from Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC.
We also provide a limited number of complimentary court-ordered training opportunities each month for qualifying individuals experiencing financial hardship.
Community Safety Programs
Through the Trouble Defense Community Safety Initiative, we donate one free Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events seminar every quarter to a selected nonprofit or community organization.
Why People Choose Trouble Defense
Beginner-Friendly Instruction
Many of our students have never handled or fired a gun before. We explain the process clearly, answer questions and allow students to develop their skills at a comfortable pace.
Training Across the DMV
We help students understand the different training requirements and responsibilities associated with Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC.
Individual and Organizational Programs
Trouble Defense serves individual students as well as businesses, government agencies, schools, churches, healthcare facilities, nonprofits and community organizations.
Accessible Training
We believe professional safety education should be available to people who are often overlooked by traditional training programs. Our adaptive programs serve blind and low-vision students, seniors, beginners and people who may require additional assistance.
Proven Student Satisfaction
Trouble Defense has earned more than 400 five-star Google reviews from students and clients who consistently recognize our instructors for their patience, professionalism, knowledge and ability to make people feel comfortable.
Recognition and Community Impact
Trouble Defense has received recognition for firearm education, community service and accessible training.
Our recognition includes:
- Named Best Firearms Training & Safety Education Provider 2026 by Corporate Vision
- Named Best Firearms Safety Training Provider 2024 — Southeast USA
- Featured by the National Federation of the Blind’s Braille Monitor for our blind and low-vision firearm safety and range program
- More than 400 five-star Google reviews
- Community firearm-safety and emergency-preparedness programs
- Specialized training for women, beginners, seniors and people with disabilities
- Complimentary quarterly CRASE training for selected nonprofit and community organizations
Recognition is appreciated, but it is not the reason we do this work. Our success is measured by the students who leave training feeling safer, more knowledgeable and more confident than when they arrived.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous firearm experience?
No. Many Trouble Defense courses are designed specifically for complete beginners. Our instructors will explain the fundamentals and help you learn at an appropriate pace.
Do I need to own a firearm?
No. Firearm ownership is not required for many of our beginner, private and shooting-experience programs. Equipment availability and what is included vary by course, so review the class description before registering.
Where is Trouble Defense located?
Trouble Defense is based in Fairfax, Virginia. We serve clients throughout Northern Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC. Organizational training may be provided at a client’s facility or another approved location.
Do you offer women-only training?
Yes. Trouble Defense offers female-led private instruction, group experiences and monthly women’s firearm training.
Do you provide training for people with disabilities?
Yes. We provide individualized and adaptive instruction, including specialized firearm training for blind and low-vision students. Contact us before registering so we can discuss your specific needs.
Can businesses and government agencies hire Trouble Defense?
Yes. We provide customized safety and preparedness training for businesses, government agencies, contractors, schools, churches, healthcare facilities and other organizations.
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How do I register?
Visit our training calendar to review current classes and registration options. If you are uncertain which course meets your needs, contact us before registering.
Begin Your Training With Trouble Defense
Whether you are handling a firearm for the first time, pursuing concealed-carry training, improving your current skills or preparing an organization for an emergency, Trouble Defense is ready to help.
Professional training starts with instructors who listen, explain and take your safety seriously.