Tailored for the Armed Citizen Defender, IDS Training is meticulously crafted to supercharge your motor learning and skill acquisition. With exclusive courses, cutting-edge content, and dynamic seminars being added regularly, our ever-expanding library ensures you're always prepared for any life-threatening critical incident.

Most people dramatically underestimate how important it is to possess tried and true weapon retention skills. When you consider the fact that most violent crimes occur within contact distance and include some type of physical entanglement, the harsh reality begins to set in. IDS is considered the industry leader in weapon retention (including Appendix Carry). Years of research and development with the trade’s top minds have led to this innovative and highly effective system. Runtime: 43+ Min

A new way to train! Have you been looking for an effective defensive pistol training system that you can do from home? With prioritized learning progressions based on need, probability, and complexity, the IDS Pistol Craft Training System is designed with you, the Citizen Defender, in mind so you can maximize and deepen your practice time anywhere. You’ll never look at training your defensive pistol craft the same way again. Runtime: 130+ Minutes

IDS Proxy Series Mastering dynamic retention and close-quarters shooting positions is one of the most crucial, functional skill sets an armed Citizen Defender can have. In this one-of-a-kind course, we break down the hard-hitting, no-frills details and drills YOU NEED to effectively dominate high-probability, high-stakes encounters. Get the edge you need to stay alive in the fight.

When you consider the fact that a large percentage of violent crimes occur within contact distance and include some type of physical entanglement – your shooting skills alone aren’t enough. Having the ability to retain and access your weapon in all types of extreme close quarter, attacks must work interdependently with your pistol craft. This adaptable, principle-based approach will offer you the skills you need if faced with these potentially disastrous circumstances. Runtime: 125+ minutes

IDS Delayed and Obscured Draw Series Violent crime statistics don’t lie: real-life defensive shootings tend to follow specific patterns. Backed by the hard truths of Force Science and the proven principles of motor learning, this course is laser-focused on building practical skills you can count on. Elevate your Fight IQ and learn how to deploy your weapon effectively under real-world pressure. Don’t be a gunfighter. Be a fighter with a gun!

Let’s face it, carjackings and vehicle related crimes have gone parabolic, and it’s extremely common for violent crimes to occur with vehicles in close proximity. Taught by SWAT Team Leader (IDS Senior Instructor) Jacob Gribble, this IDS Armed Vehicle Defense Course offers you the skills and training you need to keep you and your loved ones safe. Runtime: 45+ Minutes

This is probably the most important course that we offer. Of all of the things that we teach at IDS, the information and skills covered in this course are what has been utilized most often by our students in real life situations. This learning progression is designed with you, Citizen Defender in mind. Learn how to detect, deter and defend yourself and others in a real-world critical incident. Runtime: 81+ Minutes

Perhaps the most effective pistol training aid ever created, the SIRT training pistol will open up a whole new world of training possibilities for you. This FREE course will provide you with an expanded explanation and demonstration of this groundbreaking training aid and will change the way you think about training your pistol craft. Runtime: 10+ Minutes

Why would you need to know safety protocols for inert weapons or dry fire? This FREE lesson will answer that question as it lays out clear, step by step procedures to keep you and others safe as you train in the convenience of your own home. Let’s do what responsible Citizen Defenders do and follow these safety protocols. Runtime: 11+ Minutes

What’s the difference between handling your pistol for generic marksmanship vs handling your pistol in the context of personal protection? Whether you’re a brand-new gun owner or an experienced shooter/defender, this video will set you up for success when handling your pistol in the full spectrum of pistol handling contexts. Runtime: 60+ Minutes

Taught by Gunsmith Andy “Big Papa” Mullinex, this lesson will give you all the nitty-gritties you need to make sure your firearm is maintained, cleaned, and ready to go when you need it most! Runtime: 35+ Minutes