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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Firearms Training Central

5.0

I took defensive carbine with Deftech Academy in April of 2018. I wrote an after action report that you can read here https://civiliangunfighter.wordpress.com/2018/05/11/aar-defense-techniques-academy-defensive-carbine-colorado-springs-co-april-28-29-2018/

Deftech is a great company with instructors who care about the students.

3 years ago
Pete Cristiano

5.0

On December 27th 2015,at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC I took a defensive carbine 1 class taught by Mr. Pete Lanteri. 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

4 years ago
Pete Kaercher

5.0

I took the Carbine 1 course on 12/27. I had Pete Lanteri as my instructor at Defense Techniques Academy, LLC. 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

4 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

4 years ago
Randy Simonson

5.0

The class we took 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 Defense Techniques Academy, LLC 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!

4 years ago
Jeff Roy

5.0

Took the class last September with Pete and Chris, 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.

4 years ago
Larry Cleveland

5.0

I have had all my guys take Carbine 1 and 2 with Pete and Chris. 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.

4 years ago
Munroed

5.0

If you are looking for some top notch training these are the men you want. I came into training 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!

4 years ago
Ryan Settlemire

5.0

The classes were AWESOME, I learned a lot from the instructors I worked with.

4 years ago
Doug Munroe

5.0

I’ve taken Petes training 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.

4 years ago
Rob Hagon

5.0

I took defensive carbine 1 today 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.

4 years ago
Eric Johnston

5.0

Just finished the Defensive Carbine I, II, and III this past weekend. I am somewhat new to the AR world, and as such, the training was an eye-opener. I learned not only how to better handle my rifle, but several modifications that made it easier to handle.
The entire course was built around safety, yet there was a tremendous amount of shooting done. We had one gentleman in our class who had never handled an AR, yet within 3 hours he was shooting like he’d been carrying one for years!

If you are searching for a training organization, I would HIGHLY recommend these Instructors. You will NOT be disappointed!!

4 years ago
Derek

5.0

I took the carbine class, My instructor was Pete Lanteri. I have to say it was so worth the money. I am a beginner in shooting. Pete Lanteri took the time to explain My errors and correct them. He is a amazing instructor, and very knowledgeable when it comes to training. I highly recommend taking the course.

4 years ago
Justin E Simmons-Stuber

5.0

So this past weekend we drove up to flaggstaff so I could take a class from a good friend of mine, Carlos M. Roman, who works for DefTech Academy.
The class was low light pistol techniques, and it was both challenging and very informative. Carlos covered a wide variety of topics, from light selection and weapon sights to a variety of ways to hold a light, as well as engaging threats to the sides and rear. It was a six hour course, and while I was tired at the end, from what I could see all of us students had a great time and learned a lot.

I, personally, had some issues early on due to the fact I have had a :little: training and experience with shooting in low light, but I found that by using a different technique I learned at class my accuracy went up by quite a bit.

In conclusion I would whole heartedly recommend DefTech Accademy, and Carlos M. Roman as an instructor particularly, to any of my friends who are looking to either learn new defensive skills (including newer techniques that might have been developed more recently) or brush up on skills they might have let get rusty.

4 years ago
Jonathan Adams

5.0

On Saturday August 19, 2017, I took the Low Light/No Light Handgun Class. Carlos Roman was the instructor for the class. I grew up shooting handguns but it had been years since I last shot. I wanted to take a class that was fun, focused on the fundamentals, and could help me ease back into the feel of shooting a handgun. This class was all those things and more! Carlos is a really knowledgeable, caring, and easy going guy. Carlos took the time to give one on one instruction when it was needed and helped me make adjustments that I used to shoot more efficiently and accurately. I took The knowledge and confidence I gained from his class and recently shot EXPERT and the top score in my Correctional Officer Academy class. I absolutely recommend Deftech Academy curriculum and training.

4 years ago

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