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8 programs / 1 instructor
Metropolitan Police Self-Defense Institute
Firearm Instructor in Chicago Heights, IL
Metropolitan Police Self-Defense Institute, located in Chicago Heights, IL, offers self-defense courses including concealed carry and youth programs, led by certified instructors with law enforcement backgrounds.
- Area
- Chicago Heights IL
- Phone
- +17084393340
- Website
- mpsdichicago.org
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8 course offerings
Training Programs
Course Defensive
Firearms Instruction
- Format
- In Person
Comprehensive training in handgun, shotgun, rifle, and select-fire weapons for law enforcement and civilians. Includes personal protection inside/outside the home, advanced pistol techniques, and range safety.
Course Defensive
Defensive Tactics
- Format
- In Person
Training in police control and restraint techniques, pressure point tactics, baton use (PCB, ASP), weapon retention, disarm techniques, and edged weapon defense.
Course
Active Shooter Response
- Format
- In Person
Training for civilians and law enforcement on response protocols during active shooter events, including ALERRT-certified curriculum.
Course CCW Defensive
Concealed Carry Instruction
- Format
- In Person
Illinois-approved concealed carry training for civilians, including legal use of force and home defense.
Course
Tactical Training
- Format
- In Person
Advanced training for law enforcement including multi-jurisdictional tactical teams, special operations planning, and high-risk patrol techniques.
Course Instructor
Low Light Firearms Training
- Format
- In Person
Specialized instruction in firearms use under low-light conditions, taught by Tactical Services Group-certified instructors.
Course
Use of Force
- Format
- In Person
Training in lawful use of force, compliance holds, and non-lethal options including pepper spray and impact munitions.
Course
Force on Force Simulation
- Format
- In Person
Safety-certified simulation training for realistic tactical scenarios.
Listing Snapshot
- Primary category
- Firearm Instructors
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Profile Details
Training and Classes
- Certifications
- NRA Basic Pistol Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, USCCA Certified Firearms Instructor
- Regions served
- IL
Instructor Roster
Brian C. Smith
Instructor
Firearms Instruction Defensive Tactics Tactical Training Firearms Instruction Defensive Tactics Tactical Training Active Shooter Response Concealed Carry Instruction
Brian C. Smith is the founder and senior instructor of the Metropolitan Police Self-Defense Institute, with 42 years of law enforcement experience and over 30 years as a police captain in Chicago Heights. He holds certifications from the FBI National Academy, NRA (including Advanced Pistol Instructor and Chief Range Safety Officer), Illinois Law Enforcement...
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