Basic Firearms Safety
A safety-centered introduction covering responsible handling, storage concepts, range etiquette, and foundational knowledge.
$129
Request a class →GREAT LAKES DEFENSE ACADEMY
Train.
Prepare.
Protect.
Professional, safety-first defensive education built for responsible adults, families, women, organizations, and private clients.
Safety FirstEducation-centered instruction
Private TrainingPersonalized one-on-one options
Mobile UnitTraining brought to your organization
Professional instruction. Practical education. Responsible preparation.
CORE TRAINING
Build confidence through structured training.
GLDA courses are designed around safety, responsible decision-making, awareness, fundamentals, and practical defensive education.
Defensive Handgun Foundations
Structured defensive education for students ready to move beyond basic familiarity and develop sound habits.
$179
Request a class →Intermediate Handgun Skills
Continued development for students seeking more advanced practice, decision-making, and defensive concepts.
$199
Request a class →Advanced Defensive Handgun
Higher-level defensive education for experienced students, subject to instructor assessment and prerequisites.
$249
Request a class →Refresher & Skills Check
A focused session for returning students who want to review fundamentals and identify areas for continued improvement.
$99
Request a class →De-escalation & Force Options
Decision-making, awareness, communication, and responsible force-option concepts in a classroom setting.
$89
Request a class →GLDA WOMEN'S ACADEMY
Confidence without intimidation.
Women deserve training that meets them where they are. The Women's Academy provides approachable, safety-first education in a supportive environment.
- Beginner-friendly instruction
- Personal safety and awareness
- Defensive education and decision-making
- Private and small-group options
GLDA MTU — MOBILE TRAINING UNIT
Bring professional training to your organization.
GLDA MTU is built for organizations, community groups, private events, and other approved settings that want convenient, structured defensive education at their location.
Organizations
Request a customized education session for your team or community.
Private Groups
Small-group instruction designed around your goals and available time.
Community Events
Safety and awareness presentations tailored for public-facing events.
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
Premium one-on-one training.
For students who want focused attention, GLDA offers private instruction at a premium hourly rate.
Private Training
$275–$325
per hour · 2-hour minimum recommended
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GLDA MEMBERSHIP
Keep training instead of stopping after one class.
Defender
$39/moMember pricing, training updates, and community benefits.
Plus
$59/moEnhanced member benefits and additional training opportunities.
Professional
$79/moPremium access for serious students and approved professional-development needs.
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