Protect Yourself.
Train with a Pro.

Professional firearms education from a retired law enforcement officer with 27 years of experience — giving you a real-world perspective on your right to self-defense.

Education Built for Law-Abiding Missourians

At Hays Personal Defense LLC, we believe every law-abiding citizen deserves the knowledge and confidence to be proactive about their personal safety. Our classes are taught by a retired police officer and certified firearms instructor with 25 years of range and armorer experience.

Missouri CCW Endorsement

Complete the required training to obtain your Missouri Concealed Carry Weapon endorsement. We cover all state-mandated curriculum.

Firearm Safety & Storage

Learn the fundamentals of safe firearm handling and proper storage to protect yourself and your family.

Conflict Avoidance & Use of Force

Understand Missouri's use of force laws and the force continuum — the same framework used by law enforcement.

Basic Shooting Fundamentals

Build a solid foundation with proper stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control in our basic pistol course.

Straightforward, Affordable Classes

Missouri CCW Class

$100

per person

  • Required CCW endorsement training
  • Missouri use of force laws
  • Firearm safety & storage
  • Conflict avoidance
  • Must be 19+ (18+ active military)
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Basic Pistol Course

$50

per person

  • Shooting stance & grip
  • Sight alignment & trigger control
  • Range fundamentals
  • Ideal for new shooters
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A Law Enforcement Perspective You Can Trust

27 Years in Security & Policing
25 Years as Police Firearms Instructor & Armorer
100% Focused on Your Personal Safety

John P. Hays is a retired law enforcement officer who spent decades keeping communities safe. Now he brings that real-world expertise directly to you — so you can make informed, confident decisions about your personal defense.

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Ready to Take the First Step?

Contact us today to schedule your class or ask any questions.

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