About Apex

Who Am I?

My name is Chad King, and I am the Chief Instructor and Founder of Apex Defense Solutions, LLC. Here are some of my credentials: 

  • NAAGA Certified Instructor
  • NAAGA Range Safety Officer
  • USCCA Instructor and Training Counselor 
  • Certified Glock Armorer
  • NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting
  • NRA Personal Protection In The Home

I have a fervent passion for right to keep and bear arms! To be candid, this wasn’t always the case. I did not grow up around firearms, and some of my first experiences with firearms were VERY negative in the impoverished community of my youth. As I got older and read history, I began to understand that exercising my Second Amendment rights are just as important as exercising other rights. Now, I’m humbled by the opportunity to help others learn about firearms!

Apex has provided some great, reliable information with regards to firearm. I look forward to getting further instruction from this business. Would definitely recommend it to others.
Adrienne W.Ypsilanti, MI
The course was exceptional... Great for beginners to intermediates.
Al L.Detroit, MI
Very knowledgeable and personable. I definitely recommend Chad King and Apex Defense Solutions for your firearms education. 5 stars! I will continue to refer others. I had a real fear of firearms, and this CPL class helped eliminate my trepidation and increased my confidence by providing a very comprehensive delivery of gun laws and personal protection procedures. Everyone should be responsibly educated in this way!
Y. NichelleDetroit, MI
Great interaction and instruction. Very patient with individuals and willing to work with everyone. The information was presented in a relevant manner that was easy to comprehend and understand. Chad was an excellent teacher and had a great personality.
Hanna H.Lansing, MI
Chad did a remarkable job of making sure everyone's nerves will calm. He instructed in an approachable way and was incredibly detailed with information. I would highly recommend him to anyone ready to learn about firearm safety.
Kwesi W.Redford, MI
Chad did a remarkable job of making sure everyone's nerves will calm. He instructed in an approachable way and was incredibly detailed with information. I would highly recommend him to anyone ready to learn about firearm safety.
Norman H.Southfield, MI
I had the best experience ever. Chad was very informative and made sure that you understood everything he went over in class. If you’re looking for a CPL class hands down Chad is the guy you need to see. Thank you for an awesome experience.
Nakecia BDetroit, MI
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Why We Exist

Apex Defense Solutions was born out of a desire to provide high quality firearms training to anyone who is legally eligible, while educating the broader public on firearms safety. We endeavor to be servants of the community by providing courses that empower students to be self-determined and intentional about their safety well after the class is over.

Core Values

Being in a position to teach someone to defend their life or the life of a loved one is a sacred trust. Each student deserves and this faith requires:

  • A commitment to safety
  • A commitment to service
  • A commitment to excellence

"A man's rights rest in three boxes. The ballot box, jury box, and the cartridge box."

– Frederick Douglass, November 15, 1867