It’s actually easier to get out of state licenses and carry in neighboring states like pa or ct.

Well, unfortunately you live in the one of the worst areas for concealed carry reciprocity. The Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit is one of the most recognized carry permits in terms of reciprocity in other states. If you have a VA CHP then 35 other states will honor it when you cross into their state. Except for nearly every single state ABOVE Virginia. Only Vermont and New Hampshire honor it without restrictions and Maine with restrictions. And then, of course, everything west Nevada. I'm not sure PA and CT have any reciprocity at all. Here's where to check: https://www.usconcealedca[...]rocity_map

Did you train with Dalla in Woodbridge or in Falls Church? Most people aren't aware of this, but did you know that at one time it the Dalla/Yamasaki Academy. It was Mario Yamasaki and Leo Dalla together. Then Dalla moved back to Brazil and came back years later to open back up on his own.

Woodbridge. No I didn’t know he used to be partners with the Yamasakis. I actually was considering training at the Yamasaki dc location but the location wasn’t great for me.

That's cool. My gym is also in Woodbridge. Anytime you're back this way you are always welcome to stop by