Let us instruct you on the best and simplest tactics for physically defending yourself. We will teach you SIMPLE techniques that are effective and easy to perform without having to rely on superior strength or undergo hours and hours of training. This course teaches unarmed tactics which include striking with hands, feet, knees and elbows on instructors protected with padding. Each student is taught the PROPER way to deploy mace on an attacker and is given an inert water-based canister to practice with. Taser training is included with footage of real deployments on attackers and suspects. (a Taser is demonstrated using a live cartridge on a dummy target). You will learn: "At Risk” Factors, Attackers Motives and Mental Status, Effective Target Areas, Simple Maneuvers to Escape, Disabling Strikes & Injuries, & Use of Pepper Spray. You must be13 years or older to participate. Classes are NON REFUNDABLE, however you may exchange for another class of the same type on a different date if something comes up that prevents you from attending.

Price: $35.00

This course is designed to teach you the proper way to clean and maintain your handgun. We will show you the correct way to field strip, clean, inspect and reassemble your handgun safely. Regular cleaning and care for your firearm will ensure its proper function for years to come. All supplies needed for this class will be provided by Ultimate Defense. Age Requirement: 13 years and older (13-20 must be accompanied by an adult 21 and over). Classes are NON REFUNDABLE, however you may exchange for another class of the same type on a different date if something comes up that prevents you from attending.

CRAC is designed to immerse you in multiple reality-based scenarios involving live role players that truly train you to be mentally and physically prepared to deal with real world encounters. There are seven different scenario-based courses available that can be taken in any order. In CRAC Orange, you will be taken through the following scenarios:

· Anniversary Supper

· Late Night Restaurant

· St. Louis City Parking Lot  

· Baseball Game Bums

· Attorney's Bad Day

You will be provided all necessary supplies including state-of-the-art Simunition® equipment. Our Simunition® handguns look and perform exactly the same as a normal handgun (Glock 17) but are engineered to exclusively fire FX® training ammunition. FX® rounds leave a “star” shaped detergent-based water-soluble signature upon impact which taking the guess work out of evaluating round placement. CRAC instructors are police officers, typically active duty or former SWAT, who are use-of-force experts. Learn from the experts how to survive and win an armed force encounter! Class is limited to 8 participants.

Cost:  $200

Price:  $69 

Time:  7:00PM - 10:00PM

This LADIES ONLY class is a guided experience that provides you the opportunity to learn how to shoot without any pressure or stress. Our instructors understand that everyone operates at different comfort levels around firearms and will work with you to help you feel relaxed and comfortable as you gain experience. This course covers the 4 major rules of gun safety, gun safety in the home, gun safety at the range and proper shooting technique (grip, stance, posture). *Note:  This is the same course content as First Steps, but this course is designed to be a more relaxed, fun atmosphere for the ladies.  Firearms shot will be a Ruger 22 Mark VI ,a revolver, and 5 rounds on a 9mm.  Ammunition, targets, eye & ear protection are provided.  Class size is limited to 16 participants.  Age Requirement: 13 years and older (13-20 must be accompanied by an adult 21 and over). Classes are NON-REFUNDABLE; however, you may exchange for another class of the same type on a different date if something comes up.

Price: $135

All of us want to have the ability to be able to protect ourselves and the people we care about. Ultimate Defense specifically created the Concealed Carry course to accomplish this exact objective. Our active duty law enforcement instructors are highly experienced in preparing people of all backgrounds to have the confidence, knowledge and skills needed to be able to safely carry a concealed carry firearm, gain the tactical advantage over an attacker and be able to survive an armed encounter. The course is divided between an interactive lecture and 50 rounds of live fire. Owning or providing your own firearm is not a requirement. We provide handguns, ammo, eye & ear protection, and everything needed for this course. Missouri’s permit is accepted in 36 other states. Age Requirements: 18 years and older. Classes are NON REFUNDABLE, however you may exchange for another class of the same type on a different date if something comes up that prevents you from attending.

Price: $69.00

This course is designed specifically for individuals with little to no experience with pistols and revolvers but have a desire to learn how to shoot proficiently. Our experienced and patient instructors will give you an in-depth understanding of firearms safety, basic fundamentals of marksmanship, and firearm operations. Our primary goal for this course is to give each participant a feeling of comfort and confidence with a handgun. This is a live fire course where handguns, ammunition, eye & ear protection and everything needed for the course will be provided by Ultimate Defense. Age Requirement: 13 years and older (13-20 must be accompanied by an adult 21 and over). Classes are NON REFUNDABLE, however you may exchange for another class of the same type on a different date if something comes up that prevents you from attending.  

Price: $95.00

If you have taken our very popular First Steps class, this is the perfect course to progress into selecting which centerfire handgun will be the best fit for you. Our instructors have pre-selected several of the best suited concealed carry handguns, all varying in different calibers, for you to shoot and evaluate. You will be able to gain first-hand experience comparing and firing many of the most popular calibers and models of handguns which will give you the experience necessary to make an educated purchase in regard to which firearm is best suited for your comfort level, skill level and purpose. This course is all inclusive. Ultimate Defense provides handguns, ammunition, safety glasses, hearing protection, everything you need to complete this course. Age Requirements: 13 years and older (13-20 must be accompanied by an adult 21 and over).Classes are NON REFUNDABLE, however you may exchange for another class of the same type on a different date if something comes up that prevents you from attending.

Ultimate Defense’s Modern Tactical Rifle is designed to give you the knowledge, tools and experience to be able to protect yourself and family with any of the AR-15 variants as well as any other platform. This course covers the primary purpose of a tactical rifle, loading / unloading as well as all other operating functions, fundamentals of operation, and a host of drills to improve your proficiency and effectiveness. You will need the following items for the course. If you do not have something on the list, we have product for sale to make sure you have everything you need.

• Handgun and at least one magazine
• 50 rounds of handgun ammo
• Rifle Sling
• Iron sights or other optic
• 3 Rifle Magazines
• 250 rounds of rifle ammo

Ultimate Defense’s Modern Tactical Rifle is designed to give you the knowledge, tools and experience to be able to protect yourself and family with any of the AR-15 variants as well as any other platform. This course covers the primary purpose of a tactical rifle, loading / unloading as well as all other operating functions, fundamentals of operation, and a host of drills to improve your proficiency and effectiveness. You will need the following items for the course. If you do not have something on the list, we have product for sale to make sure you have everything you need.

• Handgun and at least one magazine
• 50 rounds of handgun ammo
• Rifle Sling
• Iron sights or other optic
• 3 Rifle Magazines
• 250 rounds of rifle ammo