Alvin Tann is a Qualified Handgun Instructor, licensed hunter, and the founder of The Armed Stoic. With a training philosophy grounded in discipline and responsibility, Alvin bridges the gap between technical marksmanship and mental fortitude.

As the host of The Armed Stoic podcast and YouTube channel, Alvin is a leading voice on the intersection of self-defense and Stoic philosophy. He specializes in teaching the fundamentals of responsible firearm use, helping students develop the clarity to maintain a “Stoic mindset” even under the chaotic pressures of the everyday world. Whether in the field or on the range, his mission is to cultivate ethical protectors who possess both the skill to act and the wisdom to remain calm.

Credentials

• Maryland State Police Qualified Handgun Instructor
• NRA Certified Pistol Instructor
• Licensed hunter

Mission Statement

“The Armed Stoic was founded on a simple principle: owning a firearm does not make you safe; competence does. We believe that true self-defense requires the discipline to control your emotions and the skill to control your weapon. Our goal is to train the ‘Ethical Protector’—citizens who are dangerous to their enemies but safe to their families and communities.