Shield Up: Smart protection & real training for real scenarios.

Expert Training in Handgun and Hand-to-Hand Defense for Everyone

Handgun Training

Safety is a right—being prepared is a responsibility

Our programs are tailored for private firms and state agencies, ensuring readiness for real-world threats

Learn practical self-defense for everyday situations.

Corporate Training for Private and State Security Agencies
Self-Defense for Everyone

Your security, your responsibility: learn to protect yourself.

At Shield Up, we provide expert self-defense training to individuals and businesses, ensuring confidence and preparedness in real-world situations.

A person wearing tactical gear, including headphones and protective glasses, holds a firearm while standing against a wooden wall adjacent to a concrete wall.
A person wearing tactical gear, including headphones and protective glasses, holds a firearm while standing against a wooden wall adjacent to a concrete wall.
An individual with tattoos on their arm is wearing a tactical vest and holding a firearm. They are standing in an outdoor setting, possibly a shooting range, with targets visible in the background.
An individual with tattoos on their arm is wearing a tactical vest and holding a firearm. They are standing in an outdoor setting, possibly a shooting range, with targets visible in the background.

Our Mission Statement

We know what it feels like to worry about your safety and the people you love. That’s why at Shield Up, we give you real, practical training in firearms and self-defense—so you can feel prepared, not afraid. Because when it comes to safety, confidence makes all the difference. Train smart. Stay ready. Protect what matters

Explore our training courses for self-defense and handgun proficiency.

A person wearing ear protection is aiming a firearm at a shooting range. The shooting lane is long, extending to a target hung at the far end. The floor is scattered with bullet casings, and the lighting above is bright, illuminating the range.A person wearing ear protection is aiming a firearm at a shooting range. The shooting lane is long, extending to a target hung at the far end. The floor is scattered with bullet casings, and the lighting above is bright, illuminating the range.

Real Training for Real People

From First-Timers to Pros—We’ve Got You Covered

Handgun Proficiency Training
A person wearing protective headphones and a cap is firing a pistol at a shooting range. The muzzle flash is visible as the gun discharges. The environment appears to be an indoor shooting facility with safety partitions and a target setup. Another person is visible in the background behind a glass partition.
A person wearing protective headphones and a cap is firing a pistol at a shooting range. The muzzle flash is visible as the gun discharges. The environment appears to be an indoor shooting facility with safety partitions and a target setup. Another person is visible in the background behind a glass partition.

Build confidence and skills with our comprehensive handgun training courses for all experience levels.

A black tactical firearm is displayed against a camouflaged patterned background. The gun features a compact design with a visible holographic sight mounted on top.
A black tactical firearm is displayed against a camouflaged patterned background. The gun features a compact design with a visible holographic sight mounted on top.
A person in tactical gear and helmet holds a firearm with both hands, set against a vibrant backdrop of blue and red lighting. The firearm features a scope and the person appears focused and alert.
A person in tactical gear and helmet holds a firearm with both hands, set against a vibrant backdrop of blue and red lighting. The firearm features a scope and the person appears focused and alert.
Hand-to-Hand Defense

Learn effective hand-to-hand techniques from elite instructors for real-world self-defense situations.

Join our corporate training sessions to enhance safety and preparedness for your business environment.

Corporate Training Programs
woman wearing yellow long-sleeved dress under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

Shield Up transformed my confidence in self-defense. The instructors are truly exceptional and knowledgeable.

Alex M.

A person wearing tactical gear and a helmet aims a firearm in a dimly lit, possibly abandoned building. The gear includes protective padding, gloves, and a radio communication device. The lighting is low, creating a tense and focused atmosphere.
A person wearing tactical gear and a helmet aims a firearm in a dimly lit, possibly abandoned building. The gear includes protective padding, gloves, and a radio communication device. The lighting is low, creating a tense and focused atmosphere.

The training at Shield Up was practical and empowering. I feel prepared to handle any situation now.

Jordan T.

A black handgun with detailing and an attached flashlight is displayed against a dark background.
A black handgun with detailing and an attached flashlight is displayed against a dark background.
★★★★★
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