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DEFEND to the END FIREARMS TRAINING LLC 504-201-9450

DEFEND to the END FIREARMS TRAINING LLC 504-201-9450DEFEND to the END FIREARMS TRAINING LLC 504-201-9450DEFEND to the END FIREARMS TRAINING LLC 504-201-9450

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    Meet your instructor

    Hi, my name is J.C. Smith.  My background is in the military as a Marine Corps Military Police Officer, law enforcement as a patrol officer, field training officer, and detective, and many roles in the security industry.  I have been a firearms enthusiast since 1973, starting with my youth raised in the country, then increasing with my military and law enforcement experiences. I  enjoyed competing in pistol competitions throughout my law enforcement career.  My approach to training begins and ends with SAFETY (most important aspect), with a balanced combination of practical applications and accuracy.  I first became an instructor in 1984 and thoroughly enjoy sharing my knowledge with others.  Feel free to call me anytime to discuss your needs or to just chat about shooting.  Sometimes I don't get my emails through this site, so please give me a call or text.Thanks for visiting my site.

    Course Schedule

    NRA Basic Pistol

    Harahan, Metairie, and Slidell, La, South Ms.

    Contact us to work around your schedule or to arrange for a private group class other than our regular group classes.

    Cost of Class is $100 which includes:

    Classroom, Range, and Target(s). 

    Ammunition is the responsibility of the Student unless you wish it added to the cost of the course.


    Personal Protection in the Home

    Harahan, Metairie, and Slidell La, South Ms.

     Contact us to work around your schedule or to arrange for a private group class other than our regular group classes. Cost of Class is $125.00 which includes:

    Classroom, Range, Target(s) and Textbook.

    Ammunition is the responsibility of the Student unless you wish it added to the cost of the course. 


    One-on-One Training

    Contact us with your ideas or needs and a session can be scheduled.


    Stay Deft "HALL PASS"

    The Perfect Gift

    Don't know what to get that special someone that loves to shoot?  Someone thinking about taking a firearms course but just hasn't gotten around to doing it or can't decide which is best for them?  Get a Stay Deft Hall Pass and they can schedule their class later.  Contact us for more information. 

    Contact us with any questions about our services. STAY DEFT.

    Free training available

    Don't believe that "Nothing is Free".

    If you are new to shooting and are thinking about taking a course, then give me a call.  I will meet with you and go over safety and maintenance for your firearm. If you don't know what firearm to get or if you have one that you aren't confident with, I will work with you for a couple sessions to get you to the point where you will be ready for the class.  I don't want you to fail. I want you to be confident and comfortable with your gun. In a case where you aren't sure what gun to get I will work with you on that too.  You will have to pay for your range time and ammo, but my time is free.

    FAQ's

    Q.  What is the catch on the free training?

    A.   All I ask is that you sign up for a class and put down a non-refundable deposit towards the cost of the class.  I don't consider this a catch and I ask this only because I have done this for a couple of people and then they took courses from someone else who was a friend, a friend of a friend, or in one instance where the instructor knew I did this so he told them to take me up on the free training then they could take his class.  The deposit tells me you are serious about the training and are not using me just for the free training.


    Q. How much are range fees?

    A. It depends on the area we are going to shoot.  I use several different ranges and the prices vary.  


    Q. How many times will we have to meet and train before I can take the course?

    A.  That depends on you.  I have had people spend a couple hours with me on the range, and I had an older lady who took a total of just under 5 hours.  I will get you to your "class ready" status as quick as possible.

     

    Countering the Mass Shooter Threat Online.In this online training, author Michael Martin analyzes data gathered from 48 mass shootings that have occurred since Columbine, to determine what can learned from these tragedies, including whether a reduction in magazine capacity or the banning of any class of firearm would have changed the outcome. Martin also looks at whether “gun-free” zones figure into the planning of these mass murderers; whether victim response at any mass shooting has made a difference; and whether “universal background checks” or other proposals by gun control advocates stand a chance of stemming the current trajectory of these shootings. Martin summarizes this data with a comprehensive plan designed to eliminate the scourge of these shooters once and for all.

    Refuse to Be a Victim

    A nationally recognized crime prevention and personal safety program designed to provide individuals with information that assists in the development of their own personal safety strategies .  Call to schedule your group for this seminar.

    Get More Out of Your Range Time

    • As fun as going to the range is, it is also getting more expensive with the cost of ammo and range fees increasing.  That being said, you want to get the most of your range time.  I see people practicing and making the same mistakes over and over again and expecting better results.  NEWS FLASH!!  IF you get better it will take you a lot longer without some type of help.  That's where Pistol Practice comes in.  You will improve faster and enjoy your range time more when you start seeing your shot placement improve.  Pistol practice includes exercises, challenges, scoresheets, and targets that make skill building fun.  Don' waste precious time, money, and ammo. Practice Smarter.  Contact me and lets get started increasing your firearm skills.

    Inquire about a class or purchase the book.

     

     Would you know what to do if you were deep in the wilderness, and a hunting companion sustained a penetrating chest wound from an errant round? Could you prolong the life of a loved one long enough for the ambulance to arrive, if he or she had sustained a lacerated artery from a violent attacker armed with a knife? While most Americans are comfortable dealing with the cuts and scrapes of everyday life, and tens of thousands have learned the Heimlich maneuver and CPR, most individuals would be a bit less comfortable dealing with severe, life threatening injuries or illnesses when seconds count, and EMS personnel and the emergency room are minutes (or longer) away.  This course gives you the fundamentals to prepare you to deal with first aid emergencies.

    More than Certifications

    If you are looking for more than just getting your certificates to conceal carry, you have come to the right place. Personal One-on-One training will prepare you for whatever your goals are, from NRA Qualification Awards to Competitive Shooting.

    A Varied Menu

    We not only offer courses, but also a variety of options to go along with them.  Monthly Memberships are available which include structured courses along with One-on-One training to assist you in anything you wish to have extra instruction in. 

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    Security Solutions of America / Guard One

     For decades, Security Solutions of America/Guard One has provided high-quality and well-trained personnel, responsive customer service and innovative technology integrations to organizations who expect best-in-class contract security solutions. 

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    NRA and USCCA BASIC PISTOL COURSEs

     These Basic Pistol classes are designed to give you the training you need to get your Louisiana or your Mississippi Concealed Handgun Permit. The curriculum is combined  with a section of the appropriate State Law as it pertains to handgun laws in that state. 

    Personal Protection in the Home Course

     The NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home Course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information on the law-abiding individual's right to self-defense. 

    Security Officer Training

     If you have Security Guard Company, Defend to the End Firearms Training LLC can assist you with your guards'  training needs. We handle LSBPSE required classroom and firearms training as well as specialized training on a variety of subjects, some of which being public relations, handcuffing, held metal detection devices, patrol techniques, and report writing.  Whatever you need, we have or can create curriculum for you.

    Additional Services

    Recertification

    One-on-One Training

    One-on-One Training

    When it comes time for you to recertify for your Concealed Carry Permit we can handle that for you.  Contact us and we will get you squared away.  

    One-on-One Training

    One-on-One Training

    One-on-One Training

     If you would rather have One-on-One Training vs. our normal group sessions, you can be accommodated. We will also work with you on various skills you may want to improve on.   Let us know what you need and we will make it happen. 

    Youth Programs

    One-on-One Training

    Youth Programs

     Defend to the End Firearms Training believes that everyone within legal age should be afforded firearms training, whether its basic safety or more in depth courses.  Parents are encouraged to join in the classes. Contact us about our family discounts. 

    Discounts

    Memberships and Training Vouchers

    Youth Programs

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    Do you have a group of friends, co-workers, or family members who want to take firearm classes?  We offer group discounts as well as discounts to military, law enforcement, and first responders and their family members. Contact us for details.


    Memberships and Training Vouchers

    Memberships and Training Vouchers

    Memberships and Training Vouchers

     Defend to the End Firearms Training Vouchers or the "Stay Deft Hall Pass" and Memberships make fantastic gifts.  They can be used for any course or training option the lucky recipient wishes to use it for.  Memberships bundle courses with One on One Training offering you a variety of services for a discounted monthly rate to make budgeting easier, so no matter what your goal is, from basic pistol to marksmanship goals, contact us and we will custom design a package that fits your needs. 

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