The Ladies' Safety Network is a directory of women-owned self-defense and personal safety-related businesses, including firearms instruction schools, hand-to-hand combat schools, women's shelters and support groups, and more.
It's important for women to have access to mentors who understand their experiences and can offer tailored guidance and support. As a female firearms instructor, I have heard over and over from my female clients that they generally feel more comfortable training with other women. Women who share similar experiences, struggles and challenges can offer valuable insight that is specific to the female perspective, as well as foster a sense of community and belonging, which can be empowering and motivating.
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Magenta icons - Women Firearms Instructors/Firearms Dealers
Green icons - Federal Firearms Dealers
Purple icons - Women's Shelters and Support Groups/Organizations
Blue icons - Martial Arts and other non-firearms training programs
DISCLAIMER: Businesses must be at least 50% woman-owned or woman-led to be added to this directory.
Additionally, we do not claim to personally know all of the listed business owners. Please do your research as you generally would before patronizing any establishment. Check out our blog on how to vet your instructor here.
If you're just diving into the world of firearm ownership and self-protection, here are concise definitions of a few terms you might encounter:
Abbreviation for "Second Amendment". In the US Constitution, the 2nd Amendment outlines your right to keep and bear arms.
IWB refers to Inside the Waistband. People commonly use IWB holsters when concealed carrying. OWB refers to Outside the Waistband. People typically go for OWB holsters when open carrying.
Every Day Carry: All of the necessary items and tools you carry when you leave home, including your firearm.
When you 'flag' a person, this means you are pointing your firearm in their direction. This is gravely dangerous and breaks fundamental safety rules. Don't flag people! Be mindful of the orientation of your firearm at all times.
When the outline of your firearm is visible through your clothes. When concealed carrying, you should aim to limit printing as much as possible. The idea is for no one to know that you are carrying.
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