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LADIES EQUALIZER SELF DEFENSE COURSE

Rochester Personal Defense, LLC |

  • Women's Only
  • Wheelchair Accessible
    • Sun, Jun. 14, 2026

      9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  • $125
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    300 Air Park Drive, Suite 100
    Rochester, NY 14624
  • In-Class Time
    8 Hour(s)

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What You'll Learn

This is not your everyday Rape Prevention class!

Designed for women who want to even the odds against an attacker. The EQUALIZER series of classes will teach you how to not only avoid a serious situation such as a sexual assault, but how to fight and win.

There is no second place. There are no ties. There is only you and the predator and you are the one that should win.

This is not your basic level class. This is a class that will get you to think and react faster and better. The skills taught here will greatly increase your chances against an attacker.

Scenario role playing and physical contact with a padded assailant will be worked in throughout the day, leaving you tired, maybe a little sore, but ENERGIZED and ready to EQUALIZE!

This course offers an introdcution to the following: Striking Skills Frontal Attack Defenses Rear Attack Defenses Groundfighting Skills

Topics covered (but not limited to):

  1. Conflict Avoidance
  2. Seconds Count
  3. Situational Awareness
  4. Protective Bubble
  5. Not Looking Like a Victim
  6. Color Code of Awareness
  7. Reaction vs Response
  8. Observing Your Environment
  9. Thinking Like a Criminal
  10. Mental Exercises

Other Use of Force Options

  1. Tasers
  2. Pepper Spray

Using physical force

  1. Reasonable Use of Force
  2. Use of Force Continuum

Responses to an assault

  1. Understanding Fight or Flight
  2. Recognizing a Threat
  3. Issuing Commands and Evaluating Options

Gears and Gadgets

  1. Tactical Flashlights

Cancellation Policy: Q: WHAT HAPPENS IF I HAVE TO CANCEL MY ATTENDANCE IN ONE OF YOUR COURSES? A: WE HAVE A FAIRLY RELAXED POLICY BUT THERE ARE LIMITS. We realize that attending a course is an investment in time and money for you, but it is also an investment for us, the course location hosts, and the instructors themselves. Each class requires administrative and logistical planning, and in most cases, a financial commitment as well. By the time the course starts, we have expended time, energy, and finances on your behalf. We are upholding our end of the agreement in providing you a professionally operated course or experience. Please be sure you understand the policy before enrolling in a class. By signing up for any of our courses, you agree to abide by these policies. Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions about these policies, please contact us. If you have enrolled in a class and later find that you cannot make it, please contact us immediately. MORE THAN 30 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR COURSE If you register for a course but have to cancel 30 days or more prior to your course, your tuition is fully refundable or you may accept Tuition Credit and apply that amount to a future course or courses. (Tuition Credit must be used within 12 months from the date of cancellation) WITHIN 30 DAYS OF YOUR COURSE If you cancel between 8 and 30 days prior to class, your tuition is not refundable. However, you may apply that tuition to another course or courses as Tuition Credit. (Tuition Credit must be used within 12 months from the date of cancellation) WITHIN ONE WEEK OF YOUR COURSE If you have to cancel within 7 days of a course, OR fail to show up for a course, your tuition is non refundable and no Tuition Credit is available. Once you have accepted either Tuition Credit or a rescheduled course date, there is no cash value. There are no refunds available. The above policy applies regardless of when you register. There are no exceptions.

What We'll Teach

Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals

Lessons:

  • Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan
  • Self-Defense Firearms Basics
  • Shooting Fundamentals
  • Gear and Gadgets
  • The Legal Use of Force
  • Violent Encounters and the Aftermath
  • Basic and Advanced Skills

Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters

Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.

This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.

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    "YOU are amazing! Thank you!"

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      Rochester, NY

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      Rochester, NY

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    "Great class! A lot of valuable information packed into this class. It has changed my perspective on how I view my environment and how I move through the world. Learned many skills and it all begins with being alert and aware. I learned about avoidance and about engagement. After taking this class I am more open to noticing what is happening around me instead of walking around unaware, I notice I am also actively observing my surroundings more and forming a dynamic list of my options in a given situation. This class is empowering and I recommend it for women of any age or physical condition. The instructor (Darci, Darcie, Darcy - spelling???) is EXCELLENT - I loved her from the very start, she kept my attention and is very relatable. "

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