Our Courses

    Rochester Personal Defense, LLC offers a full complement of firearms, self-defense, and pistol permit training classes for private citizens and law enforcement officials. The instructors at Rochester Personal Defense, LLC have taught lots of men, women, and children with a simple philosophy.

    We Offer the Following Courses

    We will collaborate with you in every possible way to guarantee you get the most out of your self-defense training.

    18HR NYS CCW Course

    18HR NYS CCW Course

    In order to apply for your NY State Pistol License, you must complete this 18-hour course, also known as the NYS CCW course or Pre-License course. As Part of the "Concealed Carry Improvement Act," this training is a requirement for all new applicants.

    Handgun Training

    Handgun Training

    As a gun owner, it's essential to be responsible and safe with your firearm. If you own a handgun for protection, understanding how to use it safely is crucial. Our handgun training courses are designed to help you do just that. We offer both basic and advanced handgun training courses!

    Ladies Only Courses

    Ladies Only Courses

    We have put together some courses that are specifically designed for ladies. These ladies-only courses will empower women and make them confident enough to handle any emergency situations. So ladies, join us and learn how to fight back and how to be prepared for unforeseen situations.

    Rifle & Shotgun Courses

    Rifle & Shotgun Courses

    A rifle or shotgun serves as a valuable tool for personal or home defense. The key is to understand how to use it effectively and safely. Enroll in our courses, where you'll gain the knowledge and skills to employ a rifle or shotgun defensively.

    NYS Security Guard Training

    NYS Security Guard Training

    A security guard is a crucial post at any place that requires attentive and trained professionals who can combat emergency situations masterfully.

    NRA / USCCA

    NRA / USCCA

    We focus on providing an informative, fun, and safe way to learn not only the basics of shooting but advanced training as well. We ensure our students learn in a safe, comfortable, and interactive environment, and our courses instill confidence in them.

    Unarmed / Less Lethal

    Unarmed / Less Lethal

    We believe in empowering everyone through knowledge and skills. Our specialized Unarmed/Less Lethal courses are designed to equip individuals with the confidence and abilities to handle unexpected situations effectively.

    Multi State CCW Courses

    Multi State CCW Courses

    The Multi State Carry Permit course is what you need to attend if you wish to carry concealed in as many states as possible! Our course will provide you with the correct training, the right way — no shortcuts or tricks — to assist you in your application process for the permits.

    LionsPride Training Group

    LionsPride Training Group

    This course is for the shooter who has a solid base of essential skills but now must learn how to use them in the pandemonium of armed conflict. It focuses on "movement with purpose" — lateral, diagonal, forward and rearward movement demonstrated and drilled.

    Special Events

    Special Events

    The purpose of fighting is to win — not just survive, but to prevail! This course reviews essential combat shooting skills and advances to required tactics and techniques. Use of cover, unconventional shooting positions, one hand shooting, and decision making drills will be emphasized.

    Law Enforcement Training

    Law Enforcement Training

    We are offering extensive Law Enforcement Training courses for retired Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs). This course will help LEOs to qualify under HR 218 LEOSA guidelines and also qualify to carry a specified arm, under Article 35. Join this course now to get the knowledge and excellence you want.