Rochester Personal Defense

5.0
622 reviews

About

Self Defense School
Firearm, Self-Defense, and Pistol Permit Training Class in Rochester, NY

Details

  • Wheelchair accessible entranceAvailable

Location

Rochester Personal Defense
300 Buell Road, Rochester, NY
14624, United States

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Instructor Quality

Instructors are consistently praised for their knowledge, professionalism, and ability to make classes engaging and enjoyable.

Course Structure

The courses are well-organized, balancing classroom instruction with hands-on practice, which helps maintain student engagement.

Learning Environment

Students appreciate the supportive and non-intimidating atmosphere, which encourages questions and interaction.

Overall Experience

Many customers report a high level of satisfaction, feeling well-prepared and confident after completing their training.

Recommendation

The business receives strong recommendations from customers, who express a desire to return for additional training.
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    Scott Joerger
    Nov 17, 2025
    5.0
    My wife and I really enjoyed the course because of the instructors, the content, and other participants. We are very successful in what we gained as a result. Thank you.
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    Alexander Polo
    Nov 6, 2025
    5.0
    Mike is an absolute amazing and knowledgeable instructor. The whole organization knows a thing or two because they’ve seen a thing or two. Knowledge gained by life experiences in my opinion is the best form of knowledge and every single person at Rochester Personal Defense is incredibly experienced. Don’t be a fool call use this company for any personal defense needs.
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    Cameron Kearns
    Nov 6, 2025
    5.0
    I took the NYS 18 hr. Concealed carry and This was the best class I have ever taken. Extremely educational, I strongly believe in what this class teaches and for 18 hr. We learned so much and had fun(in a safe way) it felt like the time just flew by. I plan on signing up for more classes because the instructors mike especially were so awesome and the information is so important I dont think you can ever stop learning from these guys! I strongly recommend taking ANY class from Rochester personal defense. I will be recommending these classes to more of my friends and family thank you Rochester personal defense for a great experience and teaching me so much in such a short time.
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    Erik Rohrs
    Oct 31, 2025
    5.0
    I took the 47 hr armed guard course with Joseph laiosa and it was great! He’s an awesome instructor, kept it fun and always made sure we got the training we wanted to get out of each day even if it meant standing in the rain for hours running drills until we were satisfied. He’s a very knowledgeable guy and always had the answers to our questions and explained the laws in a very digestible manner. If you’re looking to get your armed guard license, this is the place to take the course. He’s going to make sure you leave prepared for all aspects of the job.
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    Wendy Carter
    Oct 25, 2025
    5.0
    I will never go anywhere else for training. I took my pistol permit class with them and then once I did my permit I did a fitting and will go back for training when I purchase a pistol. The instructors are knowledgeable and understanding for someone who is a true beginner. I will take a basics of pistols and concealed carry with them when I can too! I appreciate all of their support and work!

Frequently Asked Questions About Rochester Personal Defense

What types of training classes does Rochester Personal Defense offer?

Rochester Personal Defense offers firearm, self-defense, and pistol permit training classes in Rochester, NY, including hand gun training and law enforcement training.

Where is Rochester Personal Defense located?

Rochester Personal Defense is located at 300 Buell Road, Rochester, NY 14624, USA.