Less Than Lethal Self-Defense

Pepper Spray Techniques, Spray Types, and Force-on-Force Scenarios

Duration: 1 Day

Location: Caliber Firearms Academy – Memphis, TN

Instructor: Howie Williams, Crisis Management Director | USCCA Certified | Founder, Caliber Firearms Academy

Prerequisite: None – Open to all civilians, volunteers, and church safety team members

Ammunition Requirement: None – This is a non-ballistic course

 Course Overview

This hands-on class introduces students to the safe, effective, and ministry-minded use of pepper spray and other self-defense sprays. Participants will explore the differences between spray types, learn proper deployment techniques, and engage in force-on-force simulations to build confidence under pressure.

Whether you’re a civilian defender, church volunteer, or ministry leader, this course equips you to respond with clarity, restraint, and compassion in real-world situations where lethal force is not appropriate.

What You’ll Learn

• Overview of self-defense sprays: OC, CS, CN, gel, foam, and fog
• Legal and ethical considerations for civilian and ministry use
• Proper carry, draw, and deployment techniques
• Defensive positioning and verbal commands
• Force-on-force simulations using inert training units
• Post-engagement protocols and ministry response mindset

Ministry-Minded Protection

This course emphasizes restraint, restoration, and readiness. Students will learn how to use less-than-lethal tools to protect others while upholding dignity, de-escalation, and servant leadership.

What to Bring

• ✅ Comfortable clothing for movement
• ✅ Eye protection (clear lenses recommended)
• ✅ Hydration source (water bottle or hydration pack)
• ✅ Optional: Personal inert spray unit (if already owned)

Equipment Provided

• Inert pepper spray training units
• Force-on-force scenario props
• Legal overview handouts
• Deployment technique guides
• Ministry response reflection worksheet

Who Should Attend

• Church safety team members
• Civilian defenders seeking non-lethal options
• Ministry leaders responsible for volunteer safety
• Anyone interested in practical, compassionate self-defense

Cost of the course is NON-REFUNDABLE!