At Rhoades Training Group, we believe that training is more than just pulling a trigger — it’s about preparation, mindset, and the ability to respond confidently under pressure. Our mission is simple: to provide high-quality, reality-based firearms and defensive training to responsible citizens, law enforcement, and armed professionals.
Founded by instructors with extensive backgrounds in military, law enforcement, and civilian defense, Rhoades Training Group was created to fill the gap between basic firearms instruction and real-world application. Our training is designed to prepare students for the situations they’re most likely to face — from defending their homes and families to responding under threat in high-stress environments.
What Sets Us Apart
- Experience That Matters: Our instructors bring decades of combined operational, tactical, and instructional experience to every course.
- Realistic Training: We focus on scenario-based, stress-tested drills that build skill, judgment, and confidence.
- Student-Centered Approach: Whether you’re a first-time shooter or a seasoned professional, our courses are tailored to your skill level and personal goals.
- Safe & Professional Environment: Safety is at the core of everything we do. Every course is conducted in a controlled, respectful, and supportive setting.
- 3-acre training facility
- 100% of our staff instructors have security, military, and/or law enforcement experience
- Just minutes away from Fort Chaffee Joint Maneuver Center, Ebbing Air National Guard Base, and the Mena National Guard Armory
- Force on Force Role Players
- Two Handgun/Shotgun Flat Ranges & 250 yard Rifle Range
- 24’x30’ Classroom (Can seat <17 students)
Alumni Demographics: Our alumni are approximately 71% male and 29% female, with an average age of 45. We’ve taught a range of students from new shooters to individuals from Walther, Baptist Health Training Division, NLC Training Division, UAFS PD, Spiro PD, U.S. Border Patrol, and the FBI. 29% of our alumni are repeat students.
Our alumni have reported 1 self-defense shootings to since training with RTG.
Learn more about our instructors here.
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