Trainer Barret Kendrick discusses what to do when you can't use your sights in a close-quarters defensive situation.

Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates how to use the car to your advantage when having to shoot inside the vehicle - whether you are left- or right-handed.

Trainer Barret Kendrick demonstrates how to safely draw and holster your gun when appendix-carrying.

Find out why Ryan Gresham considers the .40 S&W a sweet spot for self-defense guns.

Trainer Greg Lapin discusses the good kind of gun control using the Ruger LC9s.

Trainer Greg Lapin goes over what he looks for in a flashlight for self-defense and why, showcasing the SureFire Stiletto and SureFire Backup MV.

Trainer Chris Cerino runs through a scenario of a shooting at a convenience store - what he's thinking and why he makes certain decisions - and then heads to the range with to train to the pressure wall.

Trainer Chris Cerino runs through a scenario as a carjacker strikes in a parking lot, and then heads to the range to demonstrate using a car as cover AND concealment.

Trainer Michelle Cerino runs through a scenario of a shooting at school, and then trains to shoot through a barrier.

Many defensive pistols come with a few interchangeable backstrap or grip options. How do you choose the right size? Ryan Gresham heads to the range to demonstrate how he chooses a backstrap, using the Smith & Wesson M&P.

Ryan Gresham demonstrates why a silencer is needed for your home defense rifle, using Sig Sauer's TREAD.

Ryan Gresham tests his shooting skills for speed and accuracy pitting Ruger's American Pistol against Ruger's PCC.

Short answer, No! With the proper training and practice, the 1911 is a great option for self-defense, including the lightweight Ruger SR1911 Commander-Style in 9mm.

What gun do you or would you carry for defense against bears, lions, wolves? Have you considered a 10mm? Ryan Gresham demonstrates with Springfield's XD(m) in 10mm.

Ryan Gresham demonstrates the effectiveness of a short-barrel revolver in a self-defense situation at 5 feet, 10 feet, and 15 feet.

Kevin "KJ" Jarnagin demonstrates a barricade drill and discusses how he outfitted his Sig M400 TREAD with accessories.

Ryan Gresham discusses why a snubby revolver like Ruger's LCR should be in your defensive toolbox.

One of the fundamentals to focus on when training is the trigger. Using a Double-Action/Single-Action trigger is something you need to train on. Here, trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates his 'Sideways Gun' drill for using a DA/SA trigger using the Kimber K6S.

Trainer Chris Cerino demonstrates an extended magazine drop using Springfield's XD-S.

Trainer Greg Lapin demonstrates what trigger control - AKA "Trigger Flick" - looks like using the Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P Shield EZ.

Trainer Greg Lapin discusses sight control, and uses Smith & Wesson's M&P Shield Performance Center firearm to demonstrate front sight manipulation.

Trainer Greg Lapin demonstrates different ways to utilize a flashlight as a defensive tool using SureFire's Stiletto rechargeable LED flashlight.

Speed Shooting Champion Jerry Miculek demonstrates how to shoot a steady revolver using Smith & Wesson's 610 in 10mm.

Trainer Wes Doss demonstrates the importance of continuing to move away from your target if you have a malfunction in the middle of a gun fight, using the Springfield Armory XD-E.