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Handgun and  Ammunition

FIREARMS & HOME DEFENSE TACTICS

Become your own first responder

Handgun and  Ammunition

INTRODUCTION TO HANDGUN

This 5-hour course is for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense, regardless of experience level. This course covers shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.

Shooting Practice

AR-15 FUNDAMENTALS

This six-hour classroom and live-fire course is designed to introduce responsible gun owners to the safe handling, proper maintenance, and effective use of AR-15-style rifles in the context of civilian home defense.

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AWAREâ„¢

BEHAVIORAL-BASED THREAT DETECTION

Our AWARE training program teaches the skills to proactively identify bad actors based on specific behaviors and respond to violent intent before a physical attack materializes, giving you the ability to prevent--rather than react to--an attack.  We train a specific methodology based in behavioral sciences, neurology, and physiology that until recently has been limited to a select few trained intelligence, law enforcement, and military professionals.

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Available for organizational, small group, and individual training.

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Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals

 This 6-hour course covers everything you need to know if you’re ready to become your family’s first responder in an emergency situation like a car accident, serious fall, gunshot wound, or other medical emergencies. During this training, you’ll do more than simply sit in a classroom learning about these topics. We will guide you through a dozen real-world scenarios using simulated patients and the actual products that you’ll need to understand in order to save a life.

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Not ready for the full course?  We also offer tailor-made 2-hour course offerings to meet individual or organizational needs, including:

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  • Save a Life: Control the Bleed

  • Save a Life: Restart the Heart (CPR & AED)

  • Mass Casualty Incidents and Triage System

  • Build Your Own First-Aid Kit

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ABOUT CLAYMORE DEFENSE

Become Capable, Confident, & Responsibly Armed

We believe in using every legal means to keep you and your family safe.  You are your family's First Responder.  When presented with a lethal violent threat, having the skills to confidently and responsibly neutralize the threat can make all the difference.


Our mission is to train you to become a capable, confident, and responsible gun owner, armed with the skills to protect yourself and those important to you.

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Founded by Ryan Rushton, a combat-decorated veteran of Afghanistan and Iraq, Claymore Defense brings real-world experience and insight into our classes, giving you the training that has been proven to ensure you prevail in an actual conflict.

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"Absolutely brilliant performance during combat...Recognized for valor in the face of the enemy due to his heroic actions, Ryan is a battle-proven officer--well respected by all who know him for his attention to detail, calm demeanor, and tactical acumen."

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- General Richard D. Clarke, Commander, US Special Operations Command (SOCOM)

CONTACT

11547 Memorial Parkway
Huntsville, AL 35803

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