Took the 18 hour self defense class. Dana is a great instructor with so much knowledge through his years of experience. He makes you feel at ease through the high level, detailed instruction and hands on training. Highly recommend! read more

Excellent instruction. Well delivered lectures and hands on training. Would definitely recommend.

Excellent experience! Super informative, easy going, but very safe and serious. I enjoyed and learned a ton of very valuable information! Well worth the money -! read more

Staff is very professional, informative, takes into consideration all skill levels, and just a blast to take classes from. I've taken 6 myself, and will keep going back for more! Classes are taught in the Syracuse area but I have no problem trekking to Rochester to get my training for them! Thank you! Cody M. read more

I took a handgun basics course and it was very informative. I now feel more secure with my pistol. The instructors were approachable and the day long class flew by. I would recommend this course for anyone obtaining a pistol permit. read more

I have taken 5 different firearms classes. All have been great classes with excellent instructors. Lou and Matt are two of my favorites. This past week Lou was able to identify two of the issues I was having and we easily made the corrections. Awesome! I even brought this information home and solved my husband's problem as well. I have shot and carried many years but having someone watch you and refresh you beats just shooting targets any day. Always something new you can learn or re-remember. Highly recommend. read more

I took my first course with Rochester Personal Defense this weekend. It was fantastic. Dave and Matt are both exceptional shooters and exceptional teachers. As time permits I'll be adding more RPD classes to my done-list. read more

I recently attended a training class (Basic CCW) that was offered through Rochester Personal Defense The instructors were knowledgeable, Andrew,Wendy and Candace took the time to explain thoroughly and were truly professional. Our class was very diverse in all levels and skills but not once was anyone made to feel inferior. The several different techniques and mechanics of proper shooting have put me on tract to be a better shot. Thank you for this opportunity. Look forward to future classes read more

Really happy to have been able to take a couple of shotgun and rifle sessions with Dave and Wendy. They were spectacular and I absolutely loved it! Fun and informative, you will really enjoy the experience read more

I've gone to Rochester personal defense for multiple courses. The quality of training is unmatched! Their Equalizer Ladies 1 and 2 is NOT your basic self defense course. I always have so much fun and the cruiculums are built so everything you learn is just natural. If you ask, they'll duck tape you and put you in a trunk for a kidnapping simulation, lol that was a highlight of EQ2!! I will definitely be a lifetime customer and student of Rochester Personal Defense!!!!! read more

To date I have taken 3 classes. First of all, the instructors are all very experienced and keep everyone safe. Second, I have improved a lot and I have witnessed other students improve their shooting skills dramatically during the training classes. The class environment is serious and yet they keep it a lot of fun at the same time. No matter how much experience you think you have, you still need training and having certified experienced instructors watch you and help you to improve is invaluable. read more

I first took a class with Rochester personal defense in 2015. Since then I have taken some time gotten to know some of the instructors and the owner David J quite well to the point where I am at this point only seeking out Rochester personal defense. For my training needs locally read more

I've now taken a total of 5 classes with Rochester Personal Defense since September of 2018 (4 live fire pistol classes and 1 medical class) and every single one has been a wonderful and educational experience. If you're looking for top notch, no fluff training RPD is anexcellent source. Dave, Matt and the rest of the team are all very professional, knowledgeable and friendly!! read more