B2 Defense Training
Erica & Russell Brown
BACKGROUND: Civilian, Former Law Enforcement, Instructor
8 Years Instructing
PH: 954 228 9165
Available Courses
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Defensive Pistol 1 |
Intermediate, Advanced | Intermediate |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Firearms Safety & Concealed Carry Class |
Basic, Concealed Carry Training | Basic |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
FL Concealed Carry License, Experienced Shooter Perfect for experienced shooters who wan… |
Intermediate, Advanced, Concealed Carry Training | Intermediate |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Gun Cleaning and Maintenance Clinic |
Basic | Basic |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Introduction to Handguns This is lecture and dry-fire class |
Basic | Basic |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Introduction to Handguns - Classroom and Range Ladies Only |
Basic, Women's Only Courses | Basic |
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Next class: Mar 22 See Classes |
Ladies Only - First Shots® Introductory Range Session |
Basic, Women's Only Courses, Specialty Other, Private Classes (Group / Individual), Handgun Fundamentals | Basic |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
NRA Basic Range Safety Officer Course (RSO) Held in a Private Classroom with Full Am… |
Basic, NRA Courses, Range Safety Officer | Basic |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Pistol Shooting Fundamentals |
Basic, Intermediate | Basic |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Stop The Bleed & First Aid Learn life-saving techniques and gain th… |
Basic, Intermediate, Specialty Other, Seminars / Lectures, Stop the Bleed, Medical Other | Basic |
About B2 Defense Training
Erica and Russ are dedicated firearms instructors with a shared commitment to safe, responsible gun ownership and practical self-defense training. Their backgrounds span firearms instruction, law enforcement service, tactical training, and instructor development, shaped through extensive hands-on training with respected veterans and leaders within the firearms industry.
Their teaching philosophy is simple and effective: hear it, see it, do it. Students are first taught the concept, then shown proper execution, and finally guided through hands-on application. This structured approach builds confidence, reinforces safety, and ensures skills are both understood and retained.
Committed to excellence, Erica and Russ continue to train regularly with other industry professionals, consistently challenging themselves to refine their skills and stay current with best practices. Their goal is to provide students with realistic, approachable training that empowers them to safely protect themselves and their families.
Contact Information
📧 Erica: ebrown@b2defense.com
📧 Russ: rbrown@b2defense.com
📧 Office: b2defensetraining@gmail.com
Courses Taught
Concealed Carry Training, Basic, Intermediate, NRA Courses, In Home Defense Training, Women's Only Courses, Seminars / Lectures, Combatives / Less Lethal, Concealed Carry License, Stop the Bleed, CPR / AED (First Aid for Lay Rescuers), Medical Other, Specialty Other, Constitutional / Permitless Carry, Range Safety Officer, Firearms / Gear Selection, Youth Available Classes, Youth ONLY Classes, Handgun Fundamentals, Real Estate Safety
Class Instructors
Erica Brown
Erica started shooting later in life and has found her passion in instructing and training. She holds several NRA Instructor certifications, as well as NRA Chief Range Safety Officer and Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events trainer. She believes in incorporating real-life experiences and training experiences into all levels of instruction. She loves working with new shooters to help them learn how to be safe with firearms, while learning, and developing fundamentals skills.
Russell Brown
Russell began shooting at the age of 16 as a police explorer. He became a police officer and currently has over 35 years of experience in law enforcement. He has had extensive training in self-defense, tactical firearms, active shooter, home defense, dignitary protection, anti-terrorism, and civil disorder response. He is an NRA member and holds several certifications, including NRA Chief Range Safety Officer, Stop the Bleed instructor, and Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events trainer.
Policies
Cancellation Policy
Student Cancellations & No-Shows
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If a student cancels ten (10) days or more before class, the student has two options:
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Receive a credit for the tuition or deposit to apply toward a future B2 Defense Training class within the next 12 months. This credit is non-refundable once issued.
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Receive a refund to the original form of payment, minus any non-refundable deposits, range fees, service, and/or processing fees.
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If a student cancels less than ten (10) days before the class, or is a no-show, the tuition, deposit, and service/processing fees will not be refunded and cannot be applied to any other class.
B2 Defense Cancellations
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If B2 Defense cancels a class, we will make every effort to notify all registered students as quickly as possible.
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Students will be eligible to receive either:
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A refund of tuition or deposit, minus any non-refundable deposits, range fees, service, and/or processing fees, or
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A credit of tuition or deposit toward any B2 Defense Training class within the next 12 months.
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Natural Disaster Cancellations
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If a class is canceled due to a natural disaster, all registered students will be eligible for a refund of tuition or deposit, minus any non-refundable deposits, range fees, service, and/or processing fees.
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Students may also choose to credit the tuition or deposit toward any B2 Defense Training class within the next 12 months.
Course-Specific Policies
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This general refund and cancellation policy applies to all B2 Defense Training classes unless otherwise noted in the course description.
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If a course description contains specific refund, cancellation, or rescheduling terms, those terms will take precedence and override this general policy.
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Students are responsible for reviewing course-specific policies at the time of registration.
Reschedule Policy
Student Reschedules
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If a student requests to reschedule ten (10) days or more before the class date, B2 Defense Training will make every effort to accommodate the request. The student may transfer their registration to another available class within the next 12 months at no additional charge.
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If a student requests to reschedule less than ten (10) days before the class date, rescheduling will be at the sole discretion of B2 Defense Training and is dependent on class availability. If approved, a reschedule fee may apply to cover administrative and material costs. If rescheduling is not approved, the standard cancellation policy will apply.
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No-shows are not eligible for rescheduling.
B2 Defense Reschedules
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If B2 Defense Training needs to reschedule a class, students will be notified as soon as possible.
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Students may either transfer their registration to the new date or, if unavailable, receive a credit toward any future B2 Defense Training class within the next 12 months.
Course-Specific Policies
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Some classes may have unique reschedule terms listed in the course description. When this occurs, those terms will take precedence and override this general reschedule policy.
Refund Policy
Tuition and Deposit Payments
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Tuition and deposit payment requirements may vary depending on the class, location, and other factors.
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Payment options will be provided with the registration information for each class.
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Some classes may require a deposit, additional range fees, or full payment in advance.
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All refunds are subject to B2 Defense Cancellation, Reschedule, and No-Show Policies.
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Tuition, deposits, range fees, and/or service or processing fees may be non-refundable.
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Course-specific refund terms, if listed in the course description, will take precedence over this general policy.
Other Policy
The safety of our students is our top priority. At B2 Defense, we strictly follow the fundamental rules of firearms safety, along with any host, class, range, or location-specific rules and policies. All safety rules and procedures will be reviewed at the beginning of every class.
B2 Defense reserves the right to remove any student from a class for unsafe or disruptive behavior, or for violating safety rules, policies, or procedures. Removal decisions are made at the sole discretion of the lead instructor.
Students who are removed from a class for safety or conduct violations are not eligible for a refund, in full or in part.