Black Gun Owners Association
America's Fastest Growing
Black Gun Rights
Organization
Building confident, responsible and informed firearm owners through education, training, advocacy and a nationwide community committed to protecting Second Amendment rights.
Protection
Legal-support information, insurance resources and benefits created for responsible owners.
Explore protection →Training
Practical education, chapter range days and professional instruction for every experience level.
Explore training →Community
Connect with members, chapters and events strengthening communities throughout the country.
Find a chapter →Member Benefits
Access discounts, partner programs, medical savings and member-first resources.
View benefits →Why Join BGOA?
More Than a Membership
Founded in 2017, BGOA connects responsible firearm owners with professional instruction, protection resources, exclusive benefits and a growing nationwide community.
Programs and Resources
Education. Protection. Community.
Distinct programs support responsible ownership while helping members build knowledge, confidence and genuine connections.
Live Training
Hands-on instruction, structured courses and chapter range days designed to develop confidence.
Explore training →
Instructor Directory
Locate instructors offering safety, defensive handgun, rifle and specialty training by state.
Find an instructor →
Protection Programs
Explore legal-support information, insurance resources and other benefits for responsible owners.
View protection programs →
Life Insurance
Learn about the no-cost supplemental benefit and additional coverage opportunities available to members.
Learn more →
Instructor Insurance
Professional liability resources for credentialed firearms instructors and training businesses.
Learn more →
Chapter Network
Join local gatherings, educational events, outreach and range days throughout the BGOA community.
Find a chapter →
New Instructor Program
Become a
Verified BGOA
Instructor
Join BGOA's network of firearms instructors committed to professional education, responsible ownership, safety and community leadership.
Train With Confidence
Find Firearms Training Near You
The BGOA Instructor Directory helps members locate professional instruction by location, experience and training discipline.
National Recognition
BGOA in the Media
Authentic media coverage highlights the organization, its members and its mission in action.
Jacksonville Chapter in the National Spotlight
BGOA members represented the Jacksonville chapter during a nationally televised feature.
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Real Chapters. Real Members. Real Community.
Local chapters bring BGOA's mission to life through education, outreach and responsible ownership.
View news and media →BGOA Member Travel
Plan Your Next Trip
Take advantage of BGOA's dedicated Member Travel Planner. Plan your next trip, explore accommodations and access available member travel and lodging savings in one convenient place.
Member-First Value
Benefits Beyond the Range
Programs and savings that add practical value to BGOA membership.
Medical Benefits
Coordinated-care information and available health-service savings.
✈Member Travel Planner
Plan trips, explore accommodations and access available BGOA member travel savings.
▦Hotel Savings
Available lodging offers and member travel benefits.
◇Partner Offers
Special savings from participating businesses and service providers.
◎Training Resources
Education and training opportunities for new and experienced owners.
●Community Events
Chapter gatherings, range days, outreach and local connections.
Growing Nationwide
Our Chapters in Action
From Los Angeles to Jacksonville, BGOA members build stronger communities through training, outreach and real relationships.
Join the Movement
Join America's Fastest Growing
Black Gun Rights
Organization
Become part of a nationwide community advancing education, responsible firearm ownership, meaningful training and protection of Second Amendment rights.
Black Gun Owners Association
America's Fastest Growing
Black Gun Rights
Organization
Building confident, responsible and informed firearm owners through education, training, advocacy and a nationwide community committed to protecting Second Amendment rights.
Protection
Legal-support information, insurance resources and benefits created for responsible owners.
Explore protection →Training
Practical education, chapter range days and professional instruction for every experience level.
Explore training →Community
Connect with members, chapters and events strengthening communities throughout the country.
Find a chapter →Member Benefits
Access discounts, partner programs, medical savings and member-first resources.
View benefits →Why Join BGOA?
More Than a Membership
Founded in 2017, BGOA connects responsible firearm owners with professional instruction, protection resources, exclusive benefits and a growing nationwide community.
Programs and Resources
Education. Protection. Community.
Distinct programs support responsible ownership while helping members build knowledge, confidence and genuine connections.
Live Training
Hands-on instruction, structured courses and chapter range days designed to develop confidence.
Explore training →
Instructor Directory
Locate instructors offering safety, defensive handgun, rifle and specialty training by state.
Find an instructor →
Protection Programs
Explore legal-support information, insurance resources and other benefits for responsible owners.
View protection programs →
Life Insurance
Learn about the no-cost supplemental benefit and additional coverage opportunities available to members.
Learn more →
Instructor Insurance
Professional liability resources for credentialed firearms instructors and training businesses.
Learn more →
Chapter Network
Join local gatherings, educational events, outreach and range days throughout the BGOA community.
Find a chapter →
New Instructor Program
Become a
Verified BGOA
Instructor
Join BGOA's network of firearms instructors committed to professional education, responsible ownership, safety and community leadership.
Train With Confidence
Find Firearms Training Near You
The BGOA Instructor Directory helps members locate professional instruction by location, experience and training discipline.
National Recognition
BGOA in the Media
Authentic media coverage highlights the organization, its members and its mission in action.
Jacksonville Chapter in the National Spotlight
BGOA members represented the Jacksonville chapter during a nationally televised feature.
View media coverage →
Real Chapters. Real Members. Real Community.
Local chapters bring BGOA's mission to life through education, outreach and responsible ownership.
View news and media →Travel With Confidence
Travel Planning for Responsible Firearm Owners
Use the BGOA Travel Planner to organize your trip with firearm owners in mind. Start with your destination, build your travel plan, and access BGOA's dedicated travel resource before you hit the road.
Member-First Value
Benefits Beyond the Range
Programs and savings that add practical value to BGOA membership.
Medical Benefits
Coordinated-care information and available health-service savings.
✈Firearm Owner Travel Planner
Plan firearm-friendly travel with a dedicated BGOA trip-planning resource built for responsible gun owners.
▦Hotel Savings
Available lodging offers and member travel benefits.
◇Partner Offers
Special savings from participating businesses and service providers.
◎Training Resources
Education and training opportunities for new and experienced owners.
●Community Events
Chapter gatherings, range days, outreach and local connections.
Growing Nationwide
Our Chapters in Action
From Los Angeles to Jacksonville, BGOA members build stronger communities through training, outreach and real relationships.
Join the Movement
Join America's Fastest Growing
Black Gun Rights
Organization
Become part of a nationwide community advancing education, responsible firearm ownership, meaningful training and protection of Second Amendment rights.
Black Gun Owners Association
America's Fastest Growing
Black Gun Rights
Organization
Building confident, responsible and informed firearm owners through education, training, advocacy and a nationwide community committed to protecting Second Amendment rights.
Protection
Legal-support information, insurance resources and benefits created for responsible owners.
Explore protection →Training
Practical education, chapter range days and professional instruction for every experience level.
Explore training →Community
Connect with members, chapters and events strengthening communities throughout the country.
Find a chapter →Member Benefits
Access discounts, partner programs, medical savings and member-first resources.
View benefits →Why Join BGOA?
More Than a Membership
Founded in 2017, BGOA connects responsible firearm owners with professional instruction, protection resources, exclusive benefits and a growing nationwide community.
Programs and Resources
Education. Protection. Community.
Distinct programs support responsible ownership while helping members build knowledge, confidence and genuine connections.
Live Training
Hands-on instruction, structured courses and chapter range days designed to develop confidence.
Explore training →
Instructor Directory
Locate instructors offering safety, defensive handgun, rifle and specialty training by state.
Find an instructor →
Protection Programs
Explore legal-support information, insurance resources and other benefits for responsible owners.
View protection programs →
Life Insurance
Learn about the no-cost supplemental benefit and additional coverage opportunities available to members.
Learn more →
Instructor Insurance
Professional liability resources for credentialed firearms instructors and training businesses.
Learn more →
Chapter Network
Join local gatherings, educational events, outreach and range days throughout the BGOA community.
Find a chapter →
New Instructor Program
Become a
Verified BGOA
Instructor
Join BGOA's network of firearms instructors committed to professional education, responsible ownership, safety and community leadership.
Train With Confidence
Find Firearms Training Near You
The BGOA Instructor Directory helps members locate professional instruction by location, experience and training discipline.
National Recognition
BGOA in the Media
Authentic media coverage highlights the organization, its members and its mission in action.
Jacksonville Chapter in the National Spotlight
BGOA members represented the Jacksonville chapter during a nationally televised feature.
View media coverage →
Real Chapters. Real Members. Real Community.
Local chapters bring BGOA's mission to life through education, outreach and responsible ownership.
View news and media →Know Before You Go
BGOA Carry Travel Planner
Planning to travel with a firearm? Use the BGOA Carry Travel Planner to select your home state and destination, organize your trip, and review important carry and firearm-travel information before you go.
Member-First Value
Benefits Beyond the Range
Programs and savings that add practical value to BGOA membership.
Medical Benefits
Coordinated-care information and available health-service savings.
✈Carry Travel Planner
Plan firearm travel by home state and destination before you go.
▦Hotel Savings
Available lodging offers and member travel benefits.
◇Partner Offers
Special savings from participating businesses and service providers.
◎Training Resources
Education and training opportunities for new and experienced owners.
●Community Events
Chapter gatherings, range days, outreach and local connections.
Growing Nationwide
Our Chapters in Action
From Los Angeles to Jacksonville, BGOA members build stronger communities through training, outreach and real relationships.
Join the Movement
Join America's Fastest Growing
Black Gun Rights
Organization
Become part of a nationwide community advancing education, responsible firearm ownership, meaningful training and protection of Second Amendment rights.