NORTHWEST DEFENSE ACADEMY
OREGON’S PREMIER PUBLIC SAFETY & FIREARMS TRAINING ACADEMY
PERFORMANCE. ELEVATED.
HEALTH CLASSES
Discover practical, hands-on health and safety training at Northwest Defense Academy—from CPR and First Aid to Wilderness and Active Violence Response—designed to empower individuals of all skill levels with life-saving skills and confidence.
SAFETY CLASSES
At Northwest Defense Academy, we offer comprehensive safety training courses—including Active Violence Emergency Response Training (AVERT), Sabre OC Spray Certification, and Private Security Patrol Shotgun Qualification—designed to equip individuals with essential skills.
DPSST SECURITY TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
We offer armed and unarmed DPSST certifications for security professionals in Oregon. These courses are designed to meet and exceed the standards set forth by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training. These certification courses are mandatory for individuals wishing to pursue employment in Oregon's private security industry.
OUR CLASSES
There’s always a lot going on at NWDA. Check out our upcoming performance-driven classes.
FEATURED CLASSES
SAFETY AND PROFICIENCY
At our firearms training school, safety is paramount, especially in self-defense and firearms training. Our experienced instructors prioritize personal and weapon safety in every course. We offer personalized education to accommodate every background and learning style. We treat all participants with respect and professionalism, regardless of background or experience. This reflects our dedication to enhancing firearms training in the Pacific Northwest. Join us at NWDA, where safety, respect, and proficiency converge to shape a brighter, more secure future.
OUR INSTRUCTORS
We have ensured that our company is fundamentally different from the ground up. We believe in recruiting the best and treating our instructors well, fostering a collaborative environment where we learn from each other to ensure our curriculums are end-user-focused. All of our instructors prescribe to the belief that we are teachers first and gunfighters second.