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Step 1 Defense LLC.

Philip Simonis

BACKGROUND: Civilian, Instructor, First Responder (Fire / EMS)

3 Years Instructing

PH: 845 432 5438


Available Courses

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Connecticut Non Resident CCW Class
Get your CCW in Connecticut!!
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, NRA Courses, Seminars / Lectures, Concealed Carry License, Legal Aspects for Use of Force / Avoidance Basic
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Countering The Mass Shooter Threat
Learn how to prevent, or stop a mass sho…
USCCA Courses, Active Shooter Response Training N/A
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Emergency First Aid Fundamentals
Be your families first responder!!
Stop the Bleed, F.A.S.T. (First Aid for Severe Trauma), CPR / AED (First Aid for Lay Rescuers), Basic Life Support N/A
No Upcoming Classes
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New Jersey Non-Resident CCW Class
Get your non-resident NJ CCW permit!!
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, NRA Courses, Seminars / Lectures Basic
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NRA Basics Of Pistol Shooting
NRA Instructor Led In Person Basics Of P…
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, NRA Courses Basic
Next class: Jan 11
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NYS Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals H
Hybrid eLearning Class: Approved class t…
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, NRA Courses, USCCA Courses, Seminars / Lectures, Concealed Carry License, Online Courses Basic
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Pistol Marksmanship Simplified Level 1
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses Basic
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Pistol Marksmanship Simplified Level 2
Step up your shooting game!
Basic, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses Basic
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Women's Handgun & Self Defense Fundamentals
Women's only class for understanding, an…
Basic, Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, USCCA Courses, Women's Only Courses, Legal Aspects for Use of Force / Avoidance Basic
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About Step 1 Defense LLC.

At Step 1 Defense LLC. we put the needs of our clients before anything. We empoly the newest tecniques as well as modern gear to provide the best training possible at affordable prices. We teach NRA, and USCCA firearms curriculum. We specialize in the new 18 Hour class that is required for new pistol license applicants. We are a Christian owned. We have many years of applicable experience to ensure the finest training, and best practices available. Our firearms instructors have many years of experience in the private security field including armed contract work for government entities. Our instructors are veterans of the U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, NYS Army National Guard, and the NYS Guard.

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Check out our webpage at http://www.step1defense.com

Courses Taught

Concealed Carry Training, Basic, Intermediate, NRA Courses, USCCA Courses, Active Shooter Response Training, In Home Defense Training, Church / Business - Safety / Security, Scenario Based Training, Women's Only Courses, Private Classes (Group / Individual), Seminars / Lectures, Concealed Carry License, Stop the Bleed, CPR / AED (First Aid for Lay Rescuers), Online Courses, Legal Aspects for Use of Force / Avoidance


Class Instructors

Philip Simonis

Philip Simonis

Timothy Olah

Timothy Olah

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Certifications

NRA Basic Pistol Instrctor, USCCA Firearms Instructor, NYS Armed Security Guard, 

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Policies

Cancellation Policy

Refunds are only allowed if cancellation is made up to 24 Hours in advance of scheduled class. No refunds will be given on any class materials (books, paperwork, misc. services) at all after the scheduled class date.

Reschedule Policy

 Students may reschedule classes prior to the begininng of the scheduled class they are signed up for. 

Refund Policy

Refunds are only allowed if cancellation is made up to 24 Hours in advance of scheduled class. No refunds will be given on any class materials (books, paperwork, misc. services) at all after the scheduled class date.No refunds will be given for any reason after completing the class. No refunds will be given for missing the class with no notice to the instructor.

Other Policy

All range fees are payable to the range at the time of the class. Ammunition must be bought by student at the range, or prior to the scheduled class. 

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Waiver

Students will be expected to sign a liability waiver at the beginning of each class.

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Videos

  • NYS 18 Hour Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals

    The flagship class offered by Step 1 Defense LLC! This class exceeds the standards to apply for a NYS Pistol Permit/License.