Instructors

Jordan Bass – Co-Founder:

Jordan Bass is a USCCA Certified Instructor, as well as a Certified Firearms Instructor for both Maryland and Utah. With a career that began in the security industry in 1994, Jordan has spent over two decades protecting and training some of the nation’s most high-profile clientele, celebrities, and professional athletes.

Recognized for his ability to anticipate trends and stay ahead of the curve, Jordan co-founded National Firearms Training in 2022 alongside Darren Bass. His vision was to establish a premier training organization dedicated to responsible firearm ownership, safety, and practical defense education.

Jordan’s extensive field experience and instructional expertise allow him to deliver professional, real-world training that empowers individuals to protect themselves and their loved ones with confidence and competence.

 

Darren Bass - Co- Founder:

Darren Bass is a highly experienced firearms and security professional with over three decades of expertise in personal protection and firearms instruction. He is a USCCA Certified Instructor, Certified Firearms Instructor for the State of Maryland, and Certified Firearms Instructor for the State of Utah.

In 2022, Darren co-founded National Firearms Training with Jordan Bass in Maryland, where he continues to train individuals in responsible firearm ownership, safety, and defensive skills.

Since 1994, Darren has provided security services for celebrities and high-profile athletes, earning a reputation for professionalism, discretion, and excellence in personal protection. His extensive background in both private security and firearms training allows him to deliver practical, real-world instruction to students of all experience levels.

​

Charles Bass:

Charles Bass is a seasoned security professional, instructor, and executive protection specialist with over 30 years of experience safeguarding high-profile clients and training the next generation of responsible firearm owners.

He is a USCCA Certified Instructor, Certified Retired Police Officer (RPO) Instructor for New Jersey, and a Certified Firearms Instructor for Maryland and Utah. Charles has trained countless law enforcement officers, security personnel, and responsible citizens in firearm safety, defensive shooting, and situational awareness.

Since 1994, Charles has provided executive protection services for celebrities, dignitaries, and high-profile athletes, earning a reputation for professionalism, discretion, and unwavering commitment to safety. His instruction emphasizes practical, real-world preparedness and responsible defensive practices.

In addition to his extensive field experience, Charles is certified in Cybersecurity and Cloud Computing (AWS), combining physical and digital security expertise to meet the evolving challenges of modern protection.

Through his work, Charles remains dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to protect themselves and others responsibly.

​

 

​

 

​