Concealed Carry & Home
Defense Fundamentals Academy

Victory Personal Protection Solutions's Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Academy is a personal and home defense program that combines a series of courses, including classroom and range time, with special package pricing. The Academy is free to River Bend Gun Club Members. The Academy courses are scheduled on the second Sunday of each month from 4pm-6pm Eastern. Two Academy sessions are scheduled annually, including a January - June session and a July - December session. Watch this video to learn more about the academy and read below for additional course details. To register for an academy session please contact us.

 

The Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Academy includes the following courses:

Developing a Home and Personal Protection Plan

Developing a personal & home protection plan is a key component of not only preparing for how we should (or might) react if confronted by a violent crime, but also how we might avoid violent crime in the first place. Within this lesson, Michael Martin explains that developing a protection plan is about much more than becoming proficient with a firearm or writing up a home invasion plan. It's a plan that must encompass awareness, avoidance, and preparation, so that we're less likely to find ourselves in a situation where we have no other option than to use our firearm, rather than more likely.

Self Defense Firearm Basics

This lesson will introduce you to a wealth of information on different types of self-defense firearms including handguns, home defense shotguns, and the AR-15 platform, where Michael Martin provides easy to understand explanations of the common terms used so frequently. The goal of this lesson is to demystify what can sometimes feel like a topic reserved for experts.

Defensive Shooting Fundamentals

This lesson will continue with the basics, including a very visual overview of what we call the "building blocks" or the fundamentals for accurate and safe shooting. Within this lesson, Michael Martin will explain the differences between the skills required for being a good "marksman" at the range, and the skills that might be required to save your life if you are ever the subject of a violent attack.

The Legal Use of Force

In this lesson, Michael Martin will cover important legal topics, including the laws governing the legal use of force inside and outside the home. Within this lesson, you'll get a chance to test what you've learned, using several real world scenarios with you as the actor.

Violent Encounters and The Aftermath

This lesson explains what physical and mental reactions may occur when a human undergoes extreme stress, such as during an incident involving deadly force. It also explains what you should do immediately after using force to defend yourself. Also, when law enforcement arrives, it is crucial that you conduct yourself in the correct manner and prepare yourself for the consequences, even when you are in the right.

Gear and Gadgets

Walk into any gun shop, and the variety of gear and gadgets available can be a bit overwhelming. Gun vaults, holsters, lights, lasers-where do you start? In this lesson, Michael Martin will explain each of those pieces of gear, and he'll discuss the options you should consider when you're ready to go shopping.

What Our Clients Are Saying ...

  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Nov 16, 2023 by Jennie M.

    "Bill did a great job with gun safety and tips on accuracy. Great class for anyone looking to improve their skills."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Feb 5, 2024 by Tony M.

    "Bill is highly knowledgeable, skilled, experienced, and proficient in firearms and self-defense. He knows his stuff, and I'm glad I attended. I'm smarter and wiser for it!"
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Nov 16, 2023 by Daniel M.

    "Bill is a great instructor helping anyone willing to learn good techniques. This class helped me understand more about being ready to defend myself and family."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Apr 17, 2024 by Stuart G.

    "Really enjoyed the course - Bill is a great instructor, very engaging with lots of good experience and relatable stories. Lots of actual shooting and analysis of results and capped off with great advice on how to continuously improve."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Dec 19, 2024 by Will O.

    "First-class training for defensive firearms use."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Feb 5, 2024 by Tony M.

    "This class was not just another 'how a firearm works--and learn how to shoot' course. Bill educated us on how to defend ourselves and our families in a society that is becoming more and more violent and lawless than ever before."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Sep 13, 2024 by Linda D.

    "Enjoyed the valuable information received specifically for self defense and preparedness."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on May 8, 2024 by John H.

    "Great class. Bill is an excellent instructor."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Apr 28, 2025 by Will O.

    "The course material was presented clearly and the pace was well suited for the participants."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Apr 30, 2025 by Mark E.

    "Bill is very knowledgeable and I appreciate his flexibility in showing me how the basics apply to self defense as well as competition. This is a class I will take multiple times."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Nov 25, 2024 by Nickolas D.

    "Bill Goode was excellent, absolutely worth the time and money!"
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Dec 20, 2024 by RICHARD S.

    "Great class, Bill is very knowledgeable and a fantastic instructor and person. Highly recommended."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Dec 19, 2024 by Will O.

    "Excellent hands on training and skill building."
  • Rating: Excellent

    Submitted on Apr 23, 2025 by Phillip B.

    "This is the second time I've taken this class with Bill. He's an awesome instructor, and his creative additions to the material allowed me to confirm the advances I've made. Can't wait to take more advanced training from Bill and Victory Personal Protection!"

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