The Defensive Collective

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The Defensive Collective

A Pittsburgh based company specializing in the most modern, comprehensive personal defense and firearms training concepts available.

Focused on personal defense, we offer training, education, and consulting for individuals or small groups. Our services include defensive firearms training, martial arts for self defense, home / business defense plans, medical, and digital security.

06/21/2025

My son hit steel at 400 yards on his first try at it today. We were both elated. He just simply listens, and tries his best.

Dad may have had a big part in setting everything up for his success, but none the less, what a great time at this afternoon.

Plus I let him buy a coke, and I almost never let him drink that s**t

04/25/2025

Take your kid to work day was great. James is a pro with the paster gun

03/23/2025

Our friends at ****ms noticed that it's probably time to clean the lens of this x300

03/22/2025

Great low light class last night. Lots of work utilizing night vision, active and passive aiming, as well as white light. We even had decent weather.

03/11/2025

New medium roast at (my unofficial coffee sponsor) has definitely given me performance gains

02/27/2025

Most of my time is spent with people or groups that carry guns for their job. Some of these individuals have done so for a very long time, all over the world. I also get many people that are just getting into the practice of self defense, whose first experience ever shooting is at the class that they've committed to with me.

It's a very diverse crowd, but we're all trying to accomplish the same things. That said, an individuals anecdotal experience doesn't speak to their skill level. (Sorry, not sorry to whomever needs to read that.)

However, the difference maker, regardless of experience, is an open mind, a willingness to listen, and work.

Today I was joined by an armed professional who has significant experience with the military, but no formal pistol training. His ability to listen and desire to learn was admirable, and resulted in substantial progress in a short amount of time. Nothing makes my job more enjoyable.

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02/21/2025

Mr heater has absolutely been the MVP lately. Despite the weather there are still a lot of people wanting to get learning and working, so classes have been very, very consistent. Having a little warming station has been very helpful.

If you're wondering, it's always on low. Throws plenty of heat, and is surprisingly efficient.

09/26/2024

This is Anna. She made her appearance today and all is well.

All existing classes have been postponed and we'll start booking again in a couple weeks.

12/04/2023

A mother / daughter pair for a private over the weekend. We had a really great time, and I'm really looking forward to working with them again in the future.

11/30/2023

Tremendous time with Jared of who set up a custom class for us getting our night vision use dialed in. Much learning and understanding was accomplished, and we'll absolutely be seeing much more of them. Special thanks to for helping keep us in order.

11/18/2023

Adam brought his highly coachable self out for his first formal lesson today. Very engaged, open minded, and eager to learn. My second private lesson on this cold Saturday morning. They braved the cold to come out and be the responsible, armed citizens we need.

11/12/2023

My students well earned success feels so incredibly rewarding. smashing his live fire standards, and showing up strong in our initial shoot house runs. We both earned our way into the advanced applications group of a long, grueling CQB class this weekend. Much work was done for day time, white light, and night vision close quarters battle, active shooter, and hostage rescue. Most importantly, an incredible amount of learning and growth. 2.5 days, 38 hours of training, worth every second.

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Pittsburgh, PA

Telephone

(412) 345-3480

Website

http://www.thedefensivecollective.com/

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The Defensive Collective started with a passion, and that is how it continues today. I, as the founder, an avid martial artist and student of personal defense, have trained and continue to study with world class martial artists, firearm instructors, and personal defense experts. With the knowledge that I have gained over the nearly two decades in various disciplines, I have learned the value and personal benefit of these pursuits. I have a genuine love and passion for sharing this information, and would love to use it to create stronger and safer communities through training, education, and consulting.

If you have an interest in anything we offer, I would love to connect. If you do not see it listed on our page, please feel free to reach out, and if I cannot help, I would be happy to do what I can to connect you with someone that can.