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Ryan Burkett

Ryan Burkett

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  1. Joe Dale
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    Ryan may come off as subtle and disciplined but he could eat your head off if the mood arises. Must be where the “Mantis” name derives. He’s like a mix between Leslie Chow and the terminator. He could be your best friend at the party, or lead an army through combat. Everything about Mantis is what you want in a class. It’s serious and professional, yet exciting and fun. Highly recommend. 5 stars. Will return!

    1 week ago
  2. Amina Black
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    The entire experience was great. I learned so much & felt supported throughout! Ryan Is extremely knowledgeable & you will leave feeling more prepared than when you entered! I’m going to refer anyone that I know is interested in obtaining their conceal carry straight to him!!!

    4 months ago
  3. Mike Double
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    Totally enjoyed the CCW class with Ryan and Wayne. Their expertise and add lib made the 16 hours of information and training really sink in. Ryan has a wealth of information on firearms and shooting. Very professional and helpful. Looking forward to working with Mantis in the future…Thanks

    6 months ago
  4. Bryan
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    Great class! They were very knowledgeable and easy to learn from. Great communicators, and overall good people. Above all else, safety was always #1! Use Mantis Defence for you training needs, you’ll be happy too!

    6 months ago
  5. Carl Maxin
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    Excellent instructor.
    Definitely worth spending the money going with him, rather then spending 200 bucks going to a shady “instructor” that’s been teaching for 3 months.
    You get what you pay for, and you get alot with Ryan.

    7 months ago
  6. Naomi
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    Ryan is truly an amazing firearm instructor!! I met Ryan in 2018; I signed up for his holster class. At the time, I knew veryy little about firearms. Today, my knowledge and skills on how to handle a firearm are allll thanks to Ryan!! You can 100% tell the passion Ryan has for teaching by just taking one class with him. He does such a great job at making his students feel so comfortable and calm on the range. He is super safe, knowledgeable, patient, and professional! He is the total package! You will not regret booking a class with Ryan!

    7 months ago
  7. Joy
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    I took the CCW course with Ryan as he was recommended to me by a friend. I was blown away by how professional and knowledgeable he was. His expertise is truly unmatched! I learned so much from him in such a short time that I am going to come back for one on one training. As a mother, the knowledge and piece of mind I got from taking this course led by Ryan is truly priceless. Ryan more than exceeded my expectations – he was SO much better than my HQL instructor. I highly recommend him!!

    7 months ago
  8. Nate Homayouni
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    If you’re looking to get your CCW or HQL, Ryan is the man. I took his CCW class and I’m happy I did. Ryan has the gun acumen like no other. I took one on one lessons with him and he trained me how to shoot. When it comes to firearms training, he’s the only guy I trust.

    8 months ago
  9. Leon E Hairston Il
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    Ryan was an excellent instructor with a wealth of knowledge and expertise. For the course, he was hands on in the classroom and at the range. I have known him for 2 years and this is my first training with him. I’m going back for private sessions also. Great selection on my CCW journey and after class email we’re followed up promptly. Highly recommend his service. Thanks for the time and energy!

    8 months ago
  10. Nicole
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    It’s been a while since I’ve done any training with Ryan, but he’s definitely a top notch instructor that I’d recommend time and time again. Whether you’re a novice or an advanced shooter, rest assured that there’s still plenty to learn and Ryan is your guy to help strengthen whatever skill set you have. Ryan genuinely cares about his students and makes sure you feel confident in the material he’s teaching. He’s super professional, extremely safe, patient, helpful, and makes learning fun! He’s passionate about firearms and firearm safety and it shows in his teaching. I’ve seen him teach students from all walks of life – male and female, young and old – and can confidently say that he’s great with shooters from all backgrounds. Book a class and tell your friends… you’ll be happy to have Ryan to learn from!

    9 months ago
  11. Robert Sigillito
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    I just attended a W&C class where Ryan was half of the team, and I must say that he has an impressive breadth of knowledge that he conveys in a very clear manner. I have been shooting handguns for many years attending Steel Challenge and IDPA matches and he taught me somethings to tweak my grip and stance that I am using to fine tune my skills. I plan on taking more classes with Ryan and recommend him to both new and experienced shooters.

    9 months ago
  12. Steve
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    Ryan is great!!! I have been to him multiple times and will continue to go back.

    9 months ago
  13. John M
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    I recently took the MD W & C course from Ryan and his associate Wayne. Ryan was extremely knowledgeable, very easy to understand and also very patient in going over some items several times to make sure the class understood the concepts presented. They are very organized and are wonderful communicators, before, during and after the class. I will be taking additional courses from Ryan and Wayne.

    9 months ago
  14. Natalia
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    Looking for an instructor? Look no further. Ryan is your guy. I’ve taken classes from many other instructors but have kept coming back to Ryan. He knows how to break down skills and concepts in such a way that anybody could understand. He really motivates me during sessions and it’s always a great time. I can’t wait for our next one!

    9 months ago
  15. Jon G.
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    Ryan was great, easy to talk to and answered all my questions. He has a very safe and comfortable environment for training. Definitely plan on taking another lesson with him!

    9 months ago
  16. Adrienne Hansen
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    Oh my gosh, where do I begin. Ryan is amazing. Not only is he super knowledgeable but he is patient and understanding. He personalizes your education without judgement. Honestly I never liked Handguns I was more of a long gun fan, but I knew I needed to face the fear I had. Ryan was patient and guided me thru all my education. Even helped me find the best handgun for me! He could tell thru my training when it was me just being fearful or me just not understanding. He would guide me thru my fears. I never felt judged and always felt safe. We took many amazing safety classes he taught which I feel like everyone should take. Ryan is the best!

    9 months ago
  17. Bernie Bass
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    Ryan is very knowledgeable when it comes to firearms and training. He has a great personally that makes learning fun and keeps you interested and on topic. I would recommend him for any type of firearms training you’re looking to take. You will not be disappointed having him as an instructor.

    9 months ago
  18. Derek F
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    Everything with the class went smoothly. Ryan and team have a soothing effect on their students. One of the most valuable additions to the class is the amount of communication that Ryan has with MSP about the most up to date guidance in Maryland.

    9 months ago
  19. Justin Dennie
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    Ryan is a stand up instructor who will break it down in any way possible to make sure that you understand what he wants you to learn in his sessions. For Ryan, there’s no such thing as a stupid question. He encourages all questions no matter how small it may seem. He not only will answer your questions and train you on the fundamentals but if you are trying to build and you don’t know what parts to go with, he will help guide you through the process. But he will not tell you “this is the only part that you can use”. Instead, he will recommend parts that he likes and that he uses himself.

    9 months ago
  20. Arty Bolembakh
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    I’ve used various instructors over the years but Ryan’s knowledge and ability to teach surpasses every one of them. His dedication to his students is unlike anything I’ve ever seen. He will take his time to break down every little detail in a way that makes it easy to understand and apply. I now send everyone I know to Ryan.

    9 months ago
  21. Michael Frank
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    Honestly, not knowing where to turn, I’ve leaned on Ryan for many things over the years, as he has always been an open book of communication and support. I went to him first to get my HQL license, which was when I was most surprised by the content, the way he shared, and the patience he had with shooters of all ages. He never made me feel dumb in my learning process, and he even encouraged asking silly questions because that’s how we learn. Ryan has been my go to for education, training, and now, gun ownership/management. His approach is hands on, real time, and “don’t over think it”, which has been pivotal in my learning curve.

    9 months ago
  22. Jeremy Dowden
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    I’ve known Ryan for a little over 10 years. Wouldn’t say we’re the closest of friends but whenever I’ve needed anything firearm related he is always willing to help in any way he can. When Maryland made to move to be a better state I immediately texted Ryan and he got me the forms for the class and got me in asap. Throughout the class he answered every single question with the utmost professionalism, gave great knowledge tidbits and was extremely patient during the live fire portion. Ryan is just a real stand up guy if you ask me, you couldn’t ask for a better instructor and if you did, you probably wouldn’t find one.

    9 months ago
  23. Tim R
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    I have taken a few classes from Ryan, he’s definitely one of the best instructors in the area, very knowledgeable. I spend a lot of times with firearms, I’ve been a firearm enthusiastic for over a decade but Ryan has taught and showed me so many things that I never knew. I took HQL , CCW , and learned a few firearm training (pistol & rifle) from him, he’s very patient and helpful to his students.

    9 months ago
  24. Steve
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    Very educational class,
    offered constructive insight on fixing my shooting.

    9 months ago

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I started Mantis Defense with a friend from college in 2013 and grew that passion into a full LLC offering training focusing on the student needs, not just a curriculum sheet. Methods and concepts have been refined and expanded. In addition to training, Mantis Defense has provided photography, media, and consultation for others. Our goal has always been to make someone self sufficient and reliable upon themselves. I have trained 10 year olds, 80 year olds, civilian, military, law enforcement, and high profile students. I have trained under Mil, LE, various 3 letter agencies instructors, and other civilian instructors. Graduate of TU Bachelor’s in Sociology and Anthropology with a concentration in Criminal Justice. Minority Leadership Awards. Eagle Scout.

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