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)
Student & Training Statistics:
Rhoades Training Group is proud to serve a diverse community of students, professionals, and organizations. Approximately 72% of our alumni are men and 28% are women, with an average student age of 45. Among handgun students, 71% train with 9mm handguns and 17% with .380 ACP. Among rifle students, 75% use 5.56×45mm rifles and 25% use .308 Winchester.
Our training experience includes working with organizations such as Walther Arms, Baptist Health Training Division, New Life Church Training Division, and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. We have also trained numerous law enforcement officers from university, municipal, and federal agencies.
In addition to training our own students, Rhoades Training Group provides contractual support to other training companies, helping them deliver instruction to their students.
Our alumni have reported 1 self-defense shootings since training with RTG.
Learn more about our instructors here.
