Non-Lethal Tools For Self-Defense

Non-lethal training bridges the gap between doing nothing to protect yourself and using deadly force, especially when it might not be appropriate or legal. This class helps students understand how effective these tools can be when carried as a primary or secondary self-defense option.

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Prepare for ANY situation, not the IDEAL one

You will encounter situations where you can't or don't want to use a firearm for protection. Discover how to navigate those gray areas with confidence and harness effective ways of protecting yourself with deadly force alternatives through non-lethal weapons training.

  • Explore a wide variety of non-lethal tools for self-defense like energy weapons such as stun guns and tasers, as well as chemical-based deterrents such as pepper ball launchers and pepper spray.
  • Discover the proper way to use common types of non-lethal self-defense tools.
  • Understand what makes each type of non-lethal tool effective for self-defense.
  • See these products in action with in-class demonstrations.
  • Find out why certain situations may require the use of a non-lethal option.
Pepper spray being used

Non-Lethal Fundamentals:

Start Training With the Topic of Your Choice

MINI-CLASS

TASER Devices

This class will introduce you to two types of civilian energy weapons developed by TASER. You will learn what makes these devices so effective, as well as what you need to consider when carrying them. Plus, you will get hands-on training with these devices which will increase your confidence and competence in carrying them as a means of self-protection.

MINI-CLASS

SABRE Sprays & Gels

This class will introduce you to the pepper sprays and gels offered by SABRE. You will learn what makes these devices so effective, as well as what you need to consider when carrying them. Plus, you will get hands-on training with SABRE practice sprays which will increase your confidence and competence in carrying them as a means of self-protection.

MINI-CLASS

ASP Defender

This class will introduce you to the Defender - a low-profile, highly effective pepper spray device from Armament Systems & Procedures, Inc. (ASP). You will learn what makes this device so effective, as well as what you need to consider when carrying it. Plus, you will get hands-on training with the Defender which will increase your confidence and competence in carrying this device as a means of self-protection.

MINI-CLASS

Self-Defense Launchers

This class will introduce you to one of the newest types of non-lethal devices - the self-defense launcher. This class features either the Byrna SD, the SABRE Launcher, or both.  You will learn what makes these devices so effective, as well as what you need to consider before deploying them in self-defense. Plus, you will get hands-on training with these devices which will increase your confidence and competence in using them as a means of self-protection.