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Defensive Pistol
Progressive training from basic through advanced defensive pistol instruction, with an emphasis on safety, fundamentals, decision-making, and responsible skill development.
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Training for Preparedness.
Confidence for Life.
Professional firearms, personal protection, survival skills, and emergency preparedness training for responsible individuals seeking practical knowledge and sound decision-making.
SAFETY FIRSTResponsible instruction
PRACTICAL SKILLSReal-world preparedness
IN-PERSON + ONLINELearn your way
TRAINING OPTIONS
Build skills progressively.
From the fundamentals through advanced defensive pistol development, plus practical preparedness and personal protection education.
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Personal Protection
Education centered on awareness, prevention, responsible decision-making, and practical personal safety.
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Home Defense
Preparedness-oriented education for protecting yourself and your household while emphasizing safety and sound judgment.
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Survival & Preparedness
Practical emergency preparedness and survival skills designed to help students become more capable and prepared.
Explore preparedness →DEFENSIVE PISTOL
Basic through advanced.
Progressive Defense Systems offers a training path for students who want to develop their skills step by step. Course details, prerequisites, equipment requirements, dates, and pricing can be added as you finalize each class.
Request Course Information01Basic Defensive PistolFoundational safety, handling, and fundamentals
02Intermediate Defensive PistolContinued skill development and responsible application
03Advanced Defensive PistolAdvanced-level training for qualified students
SIGNATURE COURSE
Emergency Preparedness
6-Module Course
A six-module household preparedness course built around practical planning, assessment, communications, medical response, physical security, and sustainment. Available as instructor-led training or online, at your own pace.
IN-PERSONSELF-PACED ONLINE
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01Sustaining the FamilyHousehold preparedness fundamentals and what a family needs to make it through the first hours or days of an emergency.
02Tactical Area StudyAssess property and its surroundings like a professional, including observation, cover, obstacles, key terrain, and avenues of approach.
03Emergency CommunicationsBuild a P.A.C.E. plan: Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency communication alternatives.
04Medical & Trauma BasicsUse an assessment framework that prioritizes the greatest threat to life first.
05Physical SecurityApply layered security concepts built around deter, detect, deny, delay, and defend.
06Logistics & SustainmentPlan from a 72-hour bag toward longer-term preparedness and household self-sufficiency.
WHAT YOU'LL BUILD
A practical preparedness framework.
Students work through a structured approach to household readiness—from the first hours of an emergency through longer-term logistics and sustainment.
Household readinessEnvironmental assessmentCommunications planning
Medical prioritiesLayered securityLogistics & sustainment
COURSE CATALOG
Training built around your goals.
Basic Firearms Safety
Foundational education in safe and responsible firearm handling.
Handgun Fundamentals
Build a solid foundation for responsible handgun ownership and skill development.
Concealed Carry
Education for responsible concealed-carry preparation, awareness, and decision-making.
Home Defense
Preparedness and personal-safety education for the home environment.
Personal Protection
Awareness, prevention, avoidance, and responsible personal-protection concepts.
Survival Skills
Practical skills and preparedness concepts for unexpected situations.
Emergency Preparedness
Six practical modules covering family sustainment, area studies, emergency communications, medical and trauma response, physical security, and logistics.
Online Courses
Learn at your own pace with instructor-created educational content and resources.
YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Mike Roberts
Owner • Instructor
Mike Roberts is an NRA Certified Instructor with more than 30 years of experience. He continues to pursue professional development through ongoing training and instructor-development courses.
Progressive Defense Systems LLC focuses on practical, responsible education across firearms, personal protection, survival skills, and emergency preparedness—with an emphasis on safety, preparedness, sound judgment, and building capability over time.
Credentials: NRA Certified Instructor • 30+ years of experience • Ongoing professional training and instructor development
01SafetyResponsible instruction comes first.
02PreparednessUseful skills for real-world situations.
03ProgressionTraining that can grow with the student.
04ProfessionalismClear, respectful, instructor-led education.
QUESTIONS
Frequently asked.
Where are in-person classes held?
In-person training is based in Mesa, Arizona and may use appropriate training facilities in the East Valley. Specific locations will be provided with course information.
Do I need prior experience?
Requirements vary by course. Beginner-level offerings are designed for students who need foundational instruction, while advanced courses may have prerequisites.
How does the online preparedness course work?
The six-module emergency preparedness course will be offered as a self-paced online class. Students can work through the material on their own schedule.
How do I get dates and pricing?
Contact Progressive Defense Systems for current course dates, pricing, prerequisites, and registration information.
READY TO TRAIN?
Let's talk about your goals.
Ask about upcoming classes, private instruction, the six-module Emergency Preparedness course, or online training.