Thomas Washington 

CEO/Founder 

   Thomas T. Washington is the owner of Columbia North East Firearms Training LLC. Joined the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and served with the 3rd Marine Division in the Republic of Vietnam. Experiencing the first cease-fire of the War in January 1973.
   I am Dedicated to the Freedom and liberties for self-defense for Gun owners. A Certified South Carolina Private Security Instructor with SLED since 1996. Bringing a wealth of knowledge concerning personal protection, Baton defense, handcuffing skills, An OC and Reflex spray instructor for Private Security Officers, as well as civilian personnel. "We all need firearms knowledge", and safe operation techniques while in a defensive mode. Thomas has served in many areas as a leader and Instructor, specifically in the field of Private Security. 
   Understanding the laws of South Carolina while engaging in offensive and defensive modes is essential. An active Adjunct Professor at Columbia International University; Teaching Private Security Officers up-to-date survival tactics and the use of defensive tools for Private Security Officer’s use and safety. Thomas thrives at defeating fear “of use of a firearm”, or other legal defensive tools. We are willing to give personal one-on-one sessions if you desire.