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About Your Clear Defense, LLC – Firearms Training in Central Florida


Your Clear Defense, LLC is dedicated to empowering responsible gun ownership through professional firearms training, concealed carry classes, and firearms safety courses in Central Florida. Our mission is to provide a safe, welcoming, and education-first environment where students of all backgrounds can learn to handle firearms with skill, confidence, and clarity.


Meet Your Instructor: Seth Cohen


Led by Seth Cohen—an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, and licensed attorney with over 27 years of legal experience—Your Clear Defense, LLC stands out as Central Florida’s premier choice for firearms education.

Seth’s unique background combines advanced firearms instruction, deep legal knowledge, and real-world experience from years as a bodyguard and bouncer in New York and Florida. This rare blend allows him to teach not only the technical skills of shooting, but also the legal, ethical, and situational awareness necessary for responsible gun ownership.


Why Choose Us for Firearms Training in Central Florida?


  • Expert Instruction: Classes are led by a certified firearms instructor and attorney, offering both practical and legal perspectives you won’t find elsewhere in Central Florida.
  • Safety-First Approach: As an NRA Range Safety Officer, Seth’s top priority is student safety and confidence, whether you’re a first-time gun owner or an experienced shooter.
  • Inclusive & Respectful: Our firearms training is approachable and non-intimidating—perfect for beginners, families, professionals, and anyone seeking a supportive learning environment.
  • Small Class Sizes: Enjoy private, semi-private, or small group sessions for personalized attention and instruction tailored to your needs.
  • Local Roots: Proudly serving Central Florida, with a convenient location and a commitment to the local community.


Certifications & Experience


  • NRA Certified Pistol Instructor
  • USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor
  • NRA Range Safety Officer
  • AGI Certified Firearms Appraiser (in progress)
  • Licensed Attorney (NY)
  • Former Adjunct Professor of Law and Tax (10+ years)
  • Bodyguard and bouncer experience—real-world insight into situational awareness and conflict avoidance


Our Mission


At Your Clear Defense, LLC, we believe firearms ownership comes with great responsibility. Our mission is to help you own and use firearms with skill, clarity, and confidence. We’re dedicated to building a respected teaching establishment focused on safety, education, and enjoyment—empowering responsible gun owners across Central Florida.


Ready to take the next step?


Contact Your Clear Defense, LLC today to schedule your first firearms training session or concealed carry class in Central Florida. Discover the difference that expert instruction, legal insight, and a welcoming environment can make in your firearms education journey.

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Why We Stand Apart

NRA & USCCA Training Foundations

NRA & USCCA Training Foundations

NRA & USCCA Training Foundations

 


 

I’ve combined the best principles from the NRA, USCCA and decades of firearms training to ensure every student gets a proven, structured, and nationally respected approach to firearms safety and defense. As a certified instructor with both organizations, I deliver instruction that meets the highest standards for safety, clarity, and effectiveness.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to build on existing skills, you’ll benefit from a curriculum that prioritizes responsible gun ownership and real-world preparedness—grounded in trusted methods recognized nationwide.

Real-World Defense Perspective

NRA & USCCA Training Foundations

NRA & USCCA Training Foundations

 


 

As a former bodyguard and bouncer in NYC and Florida, I’ve lived the realities that most instructors only teach. My classes blend situational awareness, physical presence, and practical defense strategies that go beyond the range. You’ll learn not just how to handle a firearm, but how to read your environment, avoid unnecessary risks, and respond confidently if a threat arises—skills shaped by real-world experience, not just theory.

Expertise you can Trust

NRA & USCCA Training Foundations

Expertise you can Trust




 

 With over 27 years as a practicing attorney in NY, CT, and MA, I bring legal clarity to your training. You’ll learn not just how to shoot—but when, why, and how to stay on the right side of the law. My classes go beyond marksmanship, offering practical guidance on the legal responsibilities and real-world scenarios you may face as a gun owner. This unique perspective ensures you’re empowered not only with skills, but with the knowledge to make safe, lawful decisions.
 

Classes

Beginner Firearms Safety & Concealed Carry Course - Central Florida

 

 

Beginner Firearms Safety & Concealed Carry Class – Central Florida


This course qualifies successful participants for the Florida Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) educational requirement.


Empowering You to Protect Your World—Starting With the Basics


At Your Clear Defense, LLC, we offer a comprehensive Beginner Firearms Safety and Concealed Carry Course in Central Florida, designed for individuals new to firearms or anyone seeking a safe, supportive introduction. Our curriculum is built around the nationally respected USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals program, ensuring you receive high-quality, real-world training that meets Florida’s state requirements.


Who Should Take This Florida Concealed Carry Class?


  • Absolute beginners—no previous firearms experience needed


  • Anyone seeking a welcoming, non-intimidating firearms training environment


  • Individuals looking to fulfill the Florida CCW license training requirement


  • Those wanting to build confidence, safety skills, and legal understanding around firearms


What You’ll Learn


  • Firearm Safety: Master the USCCA’s Four Universal Firearm Safety Rules; safe firearm handling, storage, and transport


  • Handgun Basics: Understand types of handguns, ammunition, loading/unloading, and clearing a firearm


  • Shooting Fundamentals: Learn grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control, and practice with live-fire or dry-fire drills


  • Situational Awareness: Real-world strategies to avoid and de-escalate conflict, informed by years of security experience


  • Legal & Ethical Considerations: Florida gun laws, when you can (and cannot) use a firearm, and post-incident steps—explained by a practicing attorney


  • Home Defense Planning: How to create a home defense plan, store firearms safely, and communicate safety with your family


  • Next Steps: Guidance on continued firearms training and responsible gun ownership


Fulfills Florida CCW Training Requirement


Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a certificate recognized by the State of Florida—qualifying you for your Florida Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) license application. You’ll leave with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to be a safe and responsible gun owner.


Why Choose Your Clear Defense, LLC?


  • Small Class Sizes: Private, semi-private, and small group formats for personalized instruction


  • Professional, Approachable Instruction: Led by a certified firearms instructor, NRA Range Safety Officer, and attorney with 27+ years of legal experience


  • Real-World Perspective: Practical lessons from real-life security roles, emphasizing safety, situational awareness, and conflict avoidance


  • Legal Clarity: Unique insights into Florida gun laws and your rights as a responsible gun owner


Ready to Get Started?


Take your first step toward responsible gun ownership and Florida concealed carry (CCW) certification in a supportive, education-first environment.


Contact us today to reserve your spot in our next class or to learn more about our firearms safety training in Central Florida.


 

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Here you’ll find practical tips, personal stories, and expert guidance on firearms safety, legal considerations, and responsible ownership. Whether you’re new to firearms or looking to deepen your knowledge, these articles are here to empower you with clarity and confidence.

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