Who We Are
At A & R Tactical Solutions, our mission is to empower individuals and communities with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to protect themselves and respond to emergencies. We believe that quality training should be accessible, practical, and grounded in real-world application.
Built on Experience
Rudy Wade is the Lead Firearms Instructor and Owner of A & R Tactical Solutions, LLC. As a certified NRA firearms instructor and proud United States Navy veteran, Rudy brings discipline, experience, and a deep commitment to service into every class he teaches.
Driven by a genuine passion for helping others stay safe and build confidence, Rudy founded A & R Tactical Solutions to empower individuals with practical, effective, and fully compliant firearms and self-defense training. His mission is simple: give people the knowledge, skills, and mindset they need to protect themselves responsibly and legally.
Our Core Values
Safety First
Every course begins and ends with safety. We instill disciplined habits that stay with you long after the class is over.
Real-World Readiness
We don't just teach theory. Our training is built around practical scenarios and stress-tested techniques that work when it matters.
Community Focus
We're committed to building a safer, more prepared community — one student, one family, one team at a time.
Rudy Wade
Lead Instructor & Founder
Rudy Wade brings years of hands-on experience in firearms instruction and emergency medical training. An NRA-certified instructor and ASHI-accredited first aid trainer, Rudy is passionate about making professional-level training accessible to everyone — from first-time shooters to experienced professionals looking to stay sharp.
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