

WELCOME TO LION 414
Our Mission Statement:
Empower individuals to embrace their natural right to self-defense and cultivate unwavering confidence through expert firearms training.
Our Purpose:
At LION 414, we recognize the inherent right to self-defense and strive to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and mindset necessary to protect themselves and their loved ones. We believe that fear should never dictate one's ability to defend themselves effectively. Instead, we foster a culture of courage, resilience, and empowerment, guiding our clients as they transition from fear to lion-like confidence in their firearm proficiency.
Our purpose has three points:
1. Education: We provide comprehensive firearms training programs led by experienced instructors who prioritize safety, legality, and proficiency. Through engaging curriculum and hands-on instruction, we ensure that our clients develop a deep understanding of firearm handling, marksmanship, and situational awareness.
2. Empowerment: We believe that confidence is the cornerstone of effective self-defense. Our training goes beyond technical proficiency, instilling in our clients the mental fortitude and self-assurance necessary to confront and overcome threats. By cultivating a mindset of empowerment, we empower individuals to navigate challenging situations with clarity and resolve.
3. Community: We foster a supportive community of like-minded individuals who share a commitment to self-reliance and personal safety. Through ongoing education, practice sessions, and networking opportunities, we provide our clients with the resources and camaraderie needed to continually enhance their skills and confidence.
At LION 414, we envision a world where individuals embrace their innate right to self-defense without hesitation or fear. Through our mission and purpose, we strive to empower every client to stand tall, walk confidently, and live fearlessly, knowing they possess the skills and mindset to protect themselves and those they hold dear.




HELLO I'M NICK
I have a passion for helping people grow out of fear and into confidence. ​
My firearms experience started when I was 10 and my grandfather showed me how to shoot his "rabbit gun", a 22LR single-shot rifle. I joined the Army after 9/11 in college and enjoyed a 13 year career in the Army in various combat units with 2 combat tours to Iraq, working operations with both Navy Seals and Army Rangers, ranger qualified and a part of the 1st Infantry and 82nd Airborne Divisions.
Among my Army career, shooting has been a hobby and joy to learn, grow and help others as well. Through the NRA, I am now an instructor and look forward to helping you. I'm also just a caring citizen of my community, a patriot of our country, a loving husband and father of three kids, and one who believes in hope.
So, I continue to be a student of shooting sports and techniques and hope you will too with me.


GET IN TOUCH
I'm always looking for new people to meet and exciting opportunities to train and learn. Let's connect!
910-264-0128