Our very own Douglas Jefferson, National VP at NAAGA, recently sat down with Aquil Bey, owner and Firearms Instructor of Tailored Defense Training Group based in Baltimore, and discussed his background in Firearms Training, personal philosophy, and his nationally known training program, LifeFighter365.
Great speaking with you toda, Aquil. I appreciate you sitting down with me. Thanks for the time.
Where were you born?
Queens, New York
When were you introduced to Firearms?
Officially, when I enlisted into the military at 17 years old.
How long have you been training with Guns?
For almost 30 years.
What is it about Firearms that you like?
It’s ability to provide protection and sustenance.
Favorite guns?
Short Range – Glock19/KSG Shotgun (12ga), Medium Range – Rock River AR (5.56mm), Long Range – Remington 700 SPS (.308)
What is unique about your training program?
I’ve tried it and tested it for almost 30 years. It’s comprised of information that I’ve both learned, tested and applied throughout my life and career, and a program that continues to improve each day. Best of all it’s a program which is tailored for everyone, regardless of background and/or experience.
What are your feelings about being an African American trainer and the special challenges and/or opportunities you have to face?
I’m a retired Army Green Beret, and there aren’t many African Americans in the Regiment. I’ve served in elite/Tier 2 units and have learned to understand one thing. The only special challenges we face are the ones we place on ourselves.
What is the name of your company, and where are you located?
Tailored Defense Training Group, LLC. We are based in Baltimore, Maryland.
Do you work nationwide or locally?
We work both locally (violent crime mitigation/neighborhood stability), and nationally through most firearms training programs.
What are some of your future plans?
We will continue to mitigate the effects of violent crime through the delivery of awareness and self-defense training programs. Our reach and brand footprint has expanded through the development and offering of our LiteFighter365 Training Program. It is designed to keep awareness, training and proficiency at the forefront of the participant’s mind, ensuring they remain not only prepared but ready to defend themselves at a moment’s notice. This program is subscription-based and eliminates extensive costs incurred through travel and attendance of more conventional courses by providing an online distance learning platform. Participants are provided training schedules and unique content, to which they will learn in grow in the comfort of their own homes. Weekly and monthly assessments are provided for Participants, so they can chart their growth within themselves and the program.
Well, it has been great speaking to you today and learning about the Tailored Defense Training Group, LLC. Please stay in touch with the NAAGA Family and I look forward to speaking with you in the future.