Are you new to shooting handguns/revolvers or deciding whether firearms is the right choice for you? Did you purchase your first red dot? Did you purchase your first handgun (or a new handgun) and would like to learn more? Has it been some time since you’ve shot a handgun and you’re in need of a refresher? If you’ve answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, this is the perfect class for you! This 1 – 1.5 hour course covers the fundamentals of handgun shooting while stressing the importance of the universal safety rules as you receive 1-on-1 attention from the instructor. This class is strongly recommended before taking the concealed carry class. Click the links to learn more about each option and contact us to schedule your training. No more than 2 students per time slot.

Gun Cleaning 101

Bought your first handgun and need to know how to clean it so that it’s performing when you need it to the most? Or do you need a refresher? This introductory level workshop will cover the basics of learning how to properly clean your handgun or rifle. Whether you have a handgun chambered in 22LR or 9mm, or your first AR chambered in 5.56/223, this course will provide you with those basic necessary skills. Universal gun cleaning kit is included.

The handgun brands and models that we’ll be focusing on are:

• Glock
• HK VP9
• Smith & Wesson Shield EZ
• Sig Sauer 365XL

Only 10 seats available.

This course satisfies the minimum requirement to apply for your concealed carry license while also providing you with additional knowledge as you need the confidence to make lawful, life-saving decisions under stress.

If you’ve never shot a handgun before or are in need of a refresher, it’s strongly recommended taking our Handgun Fundamentals course first.

If you’re a first responder, LEO, military, security, teacher and/or senior citizen, save 40% on registration fees by clicking here.

Only 8 seats available.

Defender Academy is our flagship foundation program. Over eight weeks, students develop the knowledge, judgement, and practical skills to prevent conflict, respond effectively to emergencies, provide lifesaving aid, and make lawful, ethical decisions under stress.

Built around the Toolbox Principle, the academy teaches students to select the right tool for the right situation-because true defense is about far more than force.

The Defender Academy includes…

• Evidence-informed instruction on responsible firearm ownership and mental wellness.
• A presentation developed by Walk the Talk America.
• A holistic approach to personal protection that includes judgement, preparedness, and wellness alongside physical skills.

Only 8 seats available.

Defensive Carbine Academy teaches responsible citizens how to safely, effectively, and lawfully employ a defensive rifle for home defense, personal protection, and emergency situations.

Built on the Toolbox Principle, the course emphasizes that the carbine is one of many defensive tools and must be paired with sound judgement, communication, and legal decision-making.

Only 6 seats available

Defensive Shotgun Academy develops the skills necessary to safely and effectively employ a shotgun for home defense and defensive emergencies. Students learn how to maximize the platform’s strengths while understanding its limitations and legal responsibilities.

Only 6 seats available

Prepared Defender Academy is our comprehensive emergency preparedness program designed to help individuals and families become more self-reliant before, during, and after disasters.

Built upon the Toolbox Principle, students learn that preparedness extends far beyond stockpiling supplies. True preparedness requires the right mindset, practical skills, medical knowledge, security awareness, communication, and planning.

Whether facing severe weather, extended power outages, civil unrest, vehicle emergencies, or other unexpected crises, graduates leave with the knowledge and confidence to protect themselves and assist those around them.

This academy emphasizes preparedness over fear, planning over panic, and capability over complacency.

Only 8 seats available.

Family Defender Academy is our premier household protection and family preparedness program. Designed for parents, spouses, caregivers, and responsible adults, the academy equips families with the knowledge, practical skills, and confidence to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies together.

Built around the Toolbox Principle, students learn that protecting a family requires far more than owning a firearm. It requires planning, communication, leadership, medical preparedness, home security, conflict management, and the ability to adapt under stress.

Rather than reacting to crises, graduates develop the capability to lead their families through emergencies while reducing risk and increasing resilience.

Only 10 seats available.

Community Defender Academy is our flagship organizational preparedness and leadership program. It is designed for church security teams, business leaders, school personnel, nonprofit organizations, volunteer groups, and community members who are committed to creating a safer, more resilient community.

Built upon the Toolbox Principle, this academy teaches that protecting a community requires far more than responding to violence. Effective community defenders prevent incidents through planning, communication, leadership, medical preparedness, physical security, and coordinated emergency response.

Students learn how to identify vulnerabilities, develop emergency action plans, lead teams under stress, and coordinate with first responders while maintaining an ethical, service-oriented mindset.

Adaptive Defender Academy is our inclusive personal safety and preparedness program designed for individuals with neurological, developmental, sensory, and physical disabilities.

Built on the Toolbox Principle, the academy recognizes that there is no single solution that works for everyone. Every student has unique strengths, challenges, and goals. Through adaptive instruction, students learn practical strategies to improve personal safety, emergency preparedness, communication, situational awareness, and self-confidence in a supportive learning environment.

Instruction is individualized whenever practical and focuses on helping each student develop skills appropriate to their abilities and circumstances.

Only 6 seats available.