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6 programs / 1 instructor
Michigan Defense Academy
Firearm Instructor in Coldwater, MI
Michigan Defense Academy offers USCCA-certified firearms training in Coldwater, MI, led by instructor Todd Sider with over 30 years of experience.
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- trainwithmda.com
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6 course offerings
Training Programs
Course CCW Beginner Defensive
Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
- Format
- In Person
A comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understanding conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (incl...
Course Defensive Women
Women's Self Defense & Handgun Class
- Format
- In Person
Women have many different factors to consider than men when it comes to their safety and choosing to carry a gun. This course covers situational awareness, choosing a handgun and carry options, marksmanship & safe firearms handling, defensive pistol fundamentals, and use of deadly force.
Course
Countering The Mass Shooter Threat
- Format
- In Person
This training class reveals data collected from 48 mass shootings, finding similarities along the way which will lead you to a conclusion that answers the question — what can be done to counter this threat?
Course Defensive
Real Estate Agent Safety Class
- Format
- In Person
Specialized training for real estate agents on personal safety, threat assessment, and defensive response during property showings.
Course
Children's Firearm & Safety Fundamentals
- Format
- In Person
Age-appropriate firearms safety education designed to build respect and understanding in youth.
Course Beginner
Handgun 101-103: Progressive Handgun Training Series
- Format
- In Person
A progressive series covering handgun fundamentals, safety, and advanced techniques for beginners to intermediate shooters.
Listing Snapshot
- Primary category
- Firearm Instructors
- Legal name
- Michigan Defense Academy, LLC
- Google rating
- 5.0 from 3 reviews
- ZIP
- 49036
Profile Details
Training and Classes
- Established
- 1994
- Certifications
- USCCA Certified
- Regions served
- MI
Instructor Roster
Todd Sider
Concealed Carry Home Defense Women'S Self Defense Concealed Carry Defensive Shooting Safety Education Threat Assessment Women'S Self Defense
Todd Sider is a USCCA-certified instructor with over 30 years of experience in firearms education and tactical training. He holds certification #4103481 and has trained over 1 million students nationwide. He is also a CPL/CCW holder in multiple states and specializes in practical, real-world defensive skills.
Concealed Carry Classes Women Firearms Instruction Youth Firearms Programs
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Primary location: Branch County Conservation & Sportsmen's Club, Coldwater MI 49036
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Last reviewed: June 12, 2026.
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