Welcome to Lioness Defense, and thank you for your interest!

My name is Monique Clarke, and I am the Founder and Owner of Lioness Defense Firearms Training LLC. I started this company to provide the much-needed education and training on firearms safety and handling to everyday citizens.  

I retired from the United States Marine Corps in July 2024 after 20 years of active duty service. Fifteen of those years, I had a collateral responsibility as a certified Combat Marksmanship Trainer.

Additionally, I am the National African American Gun Association (NAAGA) Co-Director of Training and Senior Training Counselor. I am a certified Rangemaster Master Instructor, National Rifle Association (NRA) Instructor, and U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) Instructor. I pride myself on setting the tone for a professional and safe training environment. With over a decade of firearms experience, I have developed a niche in advanced instructional techniques and am well-versed in my trade. With that said, I believe in being a lifelong student of my craft to ensure I deliver quality instruction to you as a student.