Reviews - Hold The Line Defense Solutions

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Nicole Colleen Simon

22:04 15 Nov 25

recommendsI went into my first class being terrified of guns. Loren gave me the confidence and knowledge to walk out of my first... class, not only NOT being afraid, but also feeling confident on how to handle a pistol of my own. Never once did I feel ‘stupid’ or ‘embarrassed’ for my lack of firearms training. I wish I would’ve went sooner, but I know with 100% certainty, that I will be back again and again.read more

Shane Pennington

00:07 20 Oct 25

recommendsI have taken 2 classes with Loren and his instructors. They are top notch !

Jayna Kitner Raugh

23:32 11 Oct 25

recommendsI can’t recommend Hold the Line Defense Solutions (HTLDS) enough!

They’re a Christian-based self-defense... organization focused on protecting and empowering women and they’re currently offering free classes for women, which is such a blessing.

I was a little nervous going in, but Loren immediately made me feel comfortable and confident. He’s an incredible instructor, patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about helping people learn. He guarantees he can help anyone become more confident handling a gun, and I believe it! He even helped Zack hit the 100-yard club in just six rounds.

If you’ve ever wanted to learn but didn’t know where to start, this is the place. Guns are provided, and it’s only $30 for supplies. Seriously, take the class! You won’t regret it!

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Olivia Henneman

03:40 27 Sep 25

recommendsI had my whole real estate team take the Pistol One class, and it was truly such a great experience! Our instructor,... Loren, was absolutely incredible. Not only was he knowledgeable and patient, but he also shared his personal story, which made the class even more impactful. He created an environment where everyone felt comfortable, safe, and confident while learning. It was both educational and enjoyable, and I’d highly recommend this class to anyone looking to build a solid foundation.read more

Abby Klusman

18:17 26 Sep 25

recommendsI had an amazing experience today! I feel so much more confident about gun safety and how to properly handle a pistol.... Thank you so much for helping me improve my skills and boosting my confidence.

Your story was truly inspiring, and I feel like your class made a real impact on me. I’m incredibly grateful to have been a part of such a meaningful and well-taught session.

Thank you again for such a wonderful experience!read more

Don Benn

21:36 18 Feb 25

recommendsAttended a recent 8 hour firearms (using optical sites) training recently. Health issues over the past year or so... resulted in very limited strength in my right hand.

The training (and the trainer) were both top-notch. The student (me) was on a different (spelled l o w e r) notch .

The trainer/owner was aware of my limitations….but rather than teaching “down” to me….he was able to elevate me far above my own expectations (it wasn’t too long ago that loading a magazine or racking my personal weapon was more than just a little challenging.

Long story short, by the end of the day skills had been learned, confidence had been restored, and my target had more holes than I thought possible.

Truth…..I’m not the “spry” rookie with a 6 gun in my hand as I was when I was at the academy (52 years ago). Hell, I not as ”spry” as I was when I began to type this……OK, I’m in my 70’s so after I finish this review the word “spry” will never be used again.

BUT, while it wasn’t designed or intended to do so, this class showed me (and my classmates) that age, injury, nor infirmity are no match for competent, professional training.

I would(and am) strongly recommending HOLD THE LINE for first timers, seasoned (or in my case, overly seasoned) LEO’s, or anyone who needs to learn new skills, break bad habits, or simply enjoys the safe use of firearms.

Can you tell that “back in my day” I was the guy who did all of the writing?

Don Benn
Pa. State Constable.read more

Mark Dibble

14:09 17 Mar 24

recommendsGreat experience. We will be signing up for another seminar.

Ernie Lempke

18:57 08 Sep 23

recommendsquality emoyees and quality training and services.

Jennifer G Hearel

09:17 23 Jul 23

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Annette Comp Patti

02:24 07 Jun 22

recommendsI’m always looking for unique and useful gifts for my dad who seems to have everything. The basic handgun safety class... with Loren was hands down the best gift yet! Loren was very thorough and informative in a fun engaging way. In this class we learned how to safely handle our guns, properly load them, how to eject a jam, proper handoff, among other great safety info. He was very patient as he showed us proper body positioning, helped us create more awareness of how our grip was impacting our accuracy and other skills that helped us hit the target accurately and with speed. There were 3 of us in the class this evening with varying degrees of skill. Loren did a great job of working with all 3 of us including my son who has very little handgun experience.
Regardless if your a beginner or you are pretty secure with a handgun this class has lots to offer.read more

Teresa Amsley-Mentzer

13:43 11 Apr 22

recommendsYesterday's Self-Defense and Pistol Safety Class (4/10) with Loren from Hold the Line Defense Solutions was... outstanding! There were only three of us in attendance which was great for us since we got LOTS of individual and hands on instruction to include some firing of live rounds back in the range. I highly recommend this class! Loren is a top-notch instructor and keeps it fun and interesting!read more

Jen Lininger-Reed

02:08 09 Mar 22

recommendsI attended the HTLDS seminar on Sunday. Loren does an amazing job at teaching situational awareness and how to apply... different levels of defense. I feel more confident in my ability to protect myself, using my firearm as a last resort option. The concept that personal defense needs to happen in levels is really stressed, as well as the reasons why this class is for EVERYONE! Whether you intend to carry a firearm or not, self defense is a must and the knowledge provided could save your life.read more

Robin Biser

02:40 07 Mar 22

recommendsTook the class today and was in very impressed with the instruction. He stressed safety but made it fun. I walked away... feeling much more confident in the areas of a situation awareness, self-defense and handling a firearm. I am looking forward to more training in this program and bringing my older grandchildren.read more

Joanne Peterson

03:12 27 Feb 22

recommendsReally, really enjoyed our HTLDS class today! Loren is incredibly knowledgeable, upbeat and fun to train with! You can... definitely tell he has a real passion for what he is teaching! The situational awareness part of the class REALLY opened my eyes.. (I know I am going to be changing some of my ways for sure)… And the pistol handling .. well I just want to say I feel a whole lot better and more confident then I did going in! He really helped me with some issues i have been having on how I was handling my pistol! Just simple little changes makes a whole lot of difference! I totally recommend and encourage all women to take this course! Thanks again Loren!!!read more

Jess Kenny

16:32 26 Feb 22

recommendsAs a new gun owner, i reached out to HTLDS. Loren, on our very first phone call, was awesome at responding at all my... questions, and we talked and set up scheduling. He is VERY responsive and gets back right away. I always have questions, and he guided me through everything with no hesitation.

if you are looking for someone who is attentive, professional, and fun, look no more!

weve had two sessions already; and even though im not that great, i felt pretty good after shooting with his help! im very eager to learn more and get betterread more

Joan Zook

21:53 18 Feb 22

recommendsThis was a great course! Tons of safety information, defense techniques practice and the opportunity to ‘test the... waters’ for those of us who have not handled a firearm before.read more

Melene Joseph

23:26 02 Feb 22

recommendsNot taking this class would be one step away from getting harmed in someone's else hands. This class taught me so much... and I highly recommend to friends, families, and young ladies. This class shared so much information. I will return for more sessions.read more

Angie Pittenger

17:58 17 Jan 22

recommendsOn Saturday I attended HTLDS Situational Awareness and Basic Pistol course. I thought I was vigilant when I'm out and... about but Loren's course taught me that I'm not. He was engaging and very knowledgeable. I learned the correct handling of a pistol and enjoyed using the simulator during the pistol course. I feel a lot more confident that I can handle a bad situation if the need arises. Thanks Loren for sharing your insight and knowledge! I highly recommend Loren with Hold the Line Defense Solutions!!read more

Heather Vanderpool

02:26 16 Jan 22

recommendsI attended the HTLDS Basic Self Defense and Basic Pistol course today, highly recommend!! I enjoyed the Self Defense... piece and feel like the take away knowledge I gained today can be incorporated into my every day life with the places I go and the people I'm around. The Basic Pistol course was awesome!! I learned so much today and had fun at the end with the simulator. This course was really great!read more

Morgan Rebecca

00:55 03 Dec 21

recommendsWe brought HTLDS onto campus to do a seminar for our students. The knowledge of the unknowns, made me think about... things I haven’t before. 10/10 would recommend, great guy!read more

Kirsten Souder Lawson

16:19 17 Oct 21

recommendsMy husband requested for me to attend a Basic Pistol Class. I was not overly excited because it is easier to live in... denial and be naive at some level. AND I see the way of our world and want to be prepared, informed and safe. Loren's class was a wonderful and valuable experience! I really enjoyed the afternoon and learned a lot. I grew up around guns and thought I knew the basics. Loren shared not only the facts, he included the mind set and real life scenarios. I'm grateful that he allowed our 9 year old son, Kamden to join. It was a pleasure to watch my husband, Dominic and Kamden learn and explore their passion. Thank you, Loren, for the training you are offering and the commitment to creating a safer world for the next generation.read more

Noah Snyder

01:10 13 Oct 21

recommendsLoren with Hold The Line was informative and engaging, and our group really enjoyed the experience. I learned a lot I... didn’t know and easy and affordable ways to increase my personal and at home safety.read more

Nicole Gash

23:46 10 Oct 21

recommendsLoren is very knowledgeable and knows how to keep your attention. He has a lot of experience and keeps things fun too.... I would recommend a private class with family and friends. We had a great time learning both self defense and fire arms and then practicing and competing with one another. I feel much more prepared but know this is just the start.read more

Kimberly Krall

01:49 10 Oct 21

recommendsSigned my 12 year old daughter and I up for mother/daughter self defense. I immediately received eye rolls. Within 10... mins of being there she was paying attention and laughing. After demonstrating, Loren came around and gave 1on1's w to make sure we were doing it correctly with the help of his son. He answered everyone's questions and explained everything well. He also did it in a way you felt comfortable and not embarrassed.

I spoke with Loren before the event about covid concerns. He was very polite and accommodating.

By the end of the night we were able to go home and demonstrate to Dad what we had been taught. We look forward to practicing the maneuvers. We will be looking into some of the other lessons offered as well I would absolutely recommend signing up for classes. Thank you Loren and family, you guys were awesome!read more

Evonne Beamer Garner

20:47 21 Sep 21

recommendsLoren was very patient. He was very knowledgeable. When I left I was hitting the target!!! Would recommend his class... to everyone. Thank you.read more

Jess Papamarkakis

02:28 20 Sep 21

recommendsCan't recommend HTLDS enough!! I attended the Basic Self Defense and Basic Pistol Course yesterday. My original intent... was focusing on the pistol course to sharpen my skills for personal protection, but after talking to Loren in advance, I decided to take both. I'm so thankful I did!!! After going through the Basic Self Defense portion, I felt like a new woman...an empowered woman that now has some easy to use tools in the event I am grabbed or attacked. After that, the pistol course seemed like just an added bonus...the self defense techniques will come in to use faster than I am able to draw my pistol. The pistol course taught me so much...and was so much fun!!! Can't wait for my range time!!! Loren presented everything in such a clear, concise and paced way that made it easy to learn. When we had questions, he would break it down even further in a way that was understandable, supportive, and totally professional. Thank you to all at HTLDS for your guidance!!read more

Cliff Shearer

22:47 19 Sep 21

recommendsAs newbees to the world of pistols wifey and I decided we needed a Course in handling weapons. We couldn’t have picked... a better instructor than HTLDS. We now have knowledge of proper use and handling a pistol w/ range time in the future. Highly recommended!!!!!read more

Michele Whitten

23:56 18 Sep 21

recommendsHad my class today with them! Very informative, took time to explain and show. Spent time with individuals one on one... to make sure they were comfortable. Highly recommend!!read more

Joanne McMillen

21:08 17 Sep 21

recommendsMy husband and I want to thank our instructor, Loren, for patiently and thoroughly walking us through the steps of hand... gun safety and use.
At the end of our session, Loren evaluated the areas that we should address so we can practice them on our own. Many Thanks, J&J McMillenread more

Aaron Reisinger

00:52 08 Sep 21

recommendsMy wife and I wanted to be more knowledgeable and confident with our handguns so we took the basic pistol class with... Loren. Our expectations were blown away!! Not only did we learn firearm safety, but we also learned proper handling and techniques that made us feel more comfortable and confident with our firearms!! Loren was a great instructor! He was kind, patient, very knowledgeable, helpful,and made it a fun experience!!! We will definitely be taking more classes and we highly recommend this class to everybody!!read more

Ronda Wilson Wickard

00:25 08 Sep 21

recommendsMy daughter Madison and I took the basic gun safety course with Loren and left feeling so much more comfortable... handling a gun properly. His number one goal was to make sure we understood the safety, safety, safety of using and being around guns. We will definitely be taking additional gun classes and looking forward to taking the self defense class. We highly recommend taking Loren’s classes. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️read more

Patricia Shannon

17:12 02 Sep 21

recommendsI attended the self defense and gun safety class in Newville. The class was awesome. I would recommend these classes to... everyone.read more

Jenny Lee

17:11 02 Sep 21

recommendsI attended the Self-Defense and Pistol safety class in Newville. Loren kept us engaged the entire time and what you... learn, wow, was it a lot. But don’t worry about that because everything we were taught was also emailed to us, so we can remember everything that we forgot already.
Thank you for doing these classes, they were great and I can’t wait to go to the range!read more

Doria Marie

02:10 31 Aug 21

recommendsToday we had an awesome learning experience with Loren. He really takes the time to make sure you not only learn how to... handle a pistol, but also why you are doing what you are doing. My husband, son and I took a private course with Loren and we learned so much! We went in nervous, and left a whole lot more confident. I am so thankful we waited to get the proper training before trying to handle any weapon. If you are looking for a great course with a super patient and knowledgeable instructor, please sign up with Loren. You will not be disappointed! I look forward to signing up for another course in the future! Thank you, Loren!!read more

Daria Royer

09:38 15 Aug 21

recommendsI highly recommend their classes!! I just took their basic self defense class and basic handgun class. Very well done!!... Lots of great, practical information from a knowledgeable instructor. I plan on signing up for some private lessons very soon!!read more

Crystal Brown Paisley

02:39 15 Aug 21

recommendsI highly recommend taking their self defense class. It was a very informative 3 hours and I came out feeling more... confident. Loren was very detailed and sincere.read more

Sharon Lynn

03:05 05 Aug 21

recommendsMy kids and I took a self defense class with Loren. It was awesome. Very informative and hands on. Looking forward to... more classes with him.read more

Autumn Alleman

01:09 05 Aug 21

recommendsI would highly recommend taking a training course of any kind with HTLDS. I did a self defense and basic pew pew... class. I left feeling confident and informed. This was a class that I think everyone should take.read more

Lauren Gaillardet Burns

23:30 02 Aug 21

recommendsAwesome, thorough, and practical instruction from a well-skilled instructor

Emily Skillman

15:05 14 Jul 21

recommendsWould highly recommend this course for anyone interested in learning more about proper gun handling and safety. Loren... is very informative and knowledgeable and is a wonderful teacher! Learned a lot from this course.read more

Annie Middaugh Kauffman

15:09 02 Jul 21

recommendsI recommend this course for anyone thinking of or purchasing a hand gun. Very informative. Loren was very patient with... my friend and myself with our lack of experience. Definitely recommend him for any level of firearm experience.read more

David Trutt

13:12 06 Jun 21

recommendsThanks for a great day of knowledge! Money well spent. Highly recommend for anyone .Very professional staff.

Allison Miller

03:24 06 Jun 21

recommendsHighly recommend HTLDS! The course was highly informational and they took the time to get to know you and personalize... your shooting instruction. Wonderful day and course. 5/5 ⭐️read more

Becky Selby

22:57 05 Jun 21

recommendsGreat experience with Hold the Line. Attended a gun training/self defense course offered by HTL. Knowledgeable, patient... instructors who take the time to make sure you understand the techniques and are comfortable handling and shooting guns. 5 ⭐️ and would HIGHLY recommend them to anyone (whether you are a beginner or have experience shooting)read more

Elizabeth Hubler

15:17 05 Jun 21

recommendsI highly recommend this group that helps people understand self defense techniques and safe ways of handling weapons... and being aware of your surroundings.read more

StanleyJoni Helm

15:15 05 Jun 21

recommendsGreat group to come and share the proper ways of handling unforeseen situations highly recommended.

Levi Hilliard

23:51 18 Mar 21

recommendsWhat can I say besides what a great class to take. The class is great for anyone, experienced to beginners. Very... informative and safe. Instructor takes care in making all those in the class comfortable when shooting and handling all firearms. I learned a lot and improved my form greatly from when I came in the door to when I left. Prices are reasonable for everything you get not to mention the priceless information that is taught that can one day save your life or someone else’s. I recommend highly to anyone thinking about taking this class, you won’t regret it.read more

Donna Malenich

22:54 17 Mar 21

recommendsWritten by Donna Malenich.
Chuck and I can’t say enough good things about Loren!
A very professional and... knowledgeable Instructor. He makes learning fun! Before taking this class I knew very little about how to properly and effectively use a firearm. I had to do things over at times and had many questions during the training but Loren didn’t make me feel silly for asking.
I came away with a wealth of information that I can use for the rest of my life, more importantly I can now use a firearm safely and with confidence should I ever need to.
We would strongly recommend this training to anyone who is a beginner or if you just want to brush up on knowledge and skills.read more

Sharon Snyder

01:47 20 Jan 21

recommendsExcellent instructor. I would highly recommend taking Loren’s class. He is professional, knowledgeable, and... enthusiastic! You won’t regret learning from the best...Hold the Line Firearms Instruction.read more

Kii Babyy

20:29 19 Jan 21

recommendsExcellent Instructor Had An Amazing Time I’ll Definitely Be Back Again

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