Defense Techniques Academy, LLC

Who We Are

Defense Techniques Academy teaches courses in a variety of disciplines around the country, from firearms and medical to comms, tracking, vehicle and active shooter. And when we aren’t teaching, we are on the border in AZ and NY conducting interdiction operations against cartels and illegal immigration. All of our instructors are prior military and/or current federal law enforcement instructors. Our passion for preparing our students for what they may encounter in the real world in unsurpassed. We also offer private and group classes and specialize in tailoring a class any way we can for our customers. Want a certain class you don’t see offered on our site? Contact us and we will organize that with you.

We teach classes in the following cities:

Firearm Courses:

Beginner AK/AR
Beginner Rifleman
Defensive Carbine 1, 2, 3
Defensive Pistol
Fighting In and Around Vehicles
Women’s Self Defense Handgun
Low Light/No Light Handgun Techniques

Medical Courses:

Bleeding Control BCON
Intravenous Management
Wound Management

Tracking Courses:

Tactical Tracker
Advanced/Combat Tracker

Our Instructors:

Pete Lanteri – Owner, Lead Instructor
Chris Hoell – Director of Training TX
Kevin Faulk – Medical Instructor
Carlos Roman – Co-Instructor

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Rob Hagon

5.0

I took defensive carbine 1 today at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC and the class was truly incredible. Pete Lanteri was an amazing instructor. He individualized the training to fit and correct each students short comings.
I have been shooting static for years. He taught me proper tactical stance, tactical reloads and movement based shooting. I WILL be returning to take what ever classes he and this organization will put out in the future.

3 years ago
Doug Munroe

5.0

I’ve taken Petes training at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC a couple of times now and he is as good as they come. He has the ability and knowledge to turn any entry level student into a confident shooter who leaves with skills that you can’t find anywhere else. If you are looking for a great company and instructor then deftech and Pete are where you’re search should end.

3 years ago
Ryan Settlemire

5.0

The classes at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC were AWESOME, I learned a lot from the instructors I worked with.

3 years ago
Munroed

5.0

If you are looking for some top notch training these are the men you want. I came into training at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC with basic knowledge of my firearms and gear. Pete and Chris know what they are doing it doesn’t matter if you are new to firearms or a trained veteran you will leave knowing so much more. After training I was no longer timid about my firearms because I knew how to solve most problems I would encounter on the field, they also showed me that the gear I had previously wasn’t suitable for my needs. So like I said if you are looking for a more I depth style of training Pete and Chris are the men you want!

3 years ago
Larry Cleveland

5.0

I have had all my guys take Carbine 1 and 2 with Pete and Chris from Defense Techniques Academy, LLC. Will be taking Carbine 3 in the Spring. These guys are knowledgeable, professional and experienced in what they train. They keep an eye on everything that is going on, because they realize safety is key. I would trust my life on their training, and trust my guys with my life because of this training. Cant wait for the next round of training.

3 years ago
Jeff Roy

5.0

Took the class last September with Pete and Chris at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC, these two gentlemen are top notch. Right the beginning they set the tone on safety and what they expect as instructors. Its been 20 years since I last strapped up boots with Army and boy how fighting styles have changed. Yet they make that transition seamless with their laymen style verbiage and patients. I can tell you I have 30 + years of shooting under my belt and they taught this old dog how to be better. I truly suggest if you are even slightly thinking about any further firearms training these are the guys you want and this is the training you need. I can’t thank them enough.

3 years ago
Randy Simonson

5.0

The class we took at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC was great. Personalized training and focus was put on each student as if they were the only one there. I highly recommend taking one of the DEFTECH classes you will not be disappointed. Coming from a world with no formal training the instructors do not slack on safety and the basics of each particular weapons system. Thank you guys for all your hard work and dedication!

3 years ago
Charles Constantine

5.0

After taking my 1st class with Defense Techniques Academy, LLC I can say with certainty it will not be my last. The instruction I received was individualized to my needs and abilities as much as a multi student class can be. Without singling anyone out as an example, the instructor took each opportunity to teach us all about our bad habits and how to break them. I am looking forward to progressing through the whole range of offerings that DEFTECH offers and highly recommend you give them consideration for your training needs.
Charles Constantine

3 years ago
Pete Kaercher

5.0

I took the Carbine 1 course at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC on 12/27. I had Pete Lanteri as my instructor. He is a very smart, knowledgeable, caring, hands on instructor. He quickly realized some of the errors I was making out of a class of about 15 people and gave me some good tips and tricks to correct said errors. I learned a few new things and am very happy. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and can’t wait for the next class

3 years ago
Pete Cristiano

5.0

On December 27th 2015, I took a defensive carbine 1 class taught by Mr. Pete Lanteri at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC. All I have to say is outstanding! It didn’t matter if you were a beginner or have been shooting for years. He was very thorough in explaining every drill and gave me little tips here in there for huge improvements on my shot placements. I learned new things all class long. There was never any negativity during the class, always positive even if mistakes were made. All in all I would highly recommend taking any of his classes, male or female and no matter what skill level you are at. Great class and great instructor

3 years ago

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