Jawbone Defense was founded with a clear mission: to prepare individuals and groups for real-world situations through responsible, practical self-defense training.
Led by founder and instructor Eric, Jawbone Defense focuses on more than just physical skills. Every course is designed to help students think clearly under pressure, act responsibly, and make informed decisions when it matters most.
Eric prepares students for every phase of a defensive encounter, including the often-overlooked moments that follow an incident.
Training includes:
By integrating legal understanding into every phase of training, students are not only tactically prepared — they are informed, responsible, and equipped to make decisions they can live with long after an incident concludes.
Jawbone Defense, LLC was founded by Eric to share his passion for responsible self-defense and personal safety.
What began as a commitment to education has grown into a training program built on professionalism, accountability, and real-world readiness. Every class reflects the core belief that preparation goes beyond physical skill — it requires awareness, judgment, and respect for the responsibility that comes with self-defense.
At Jawbone Defense, the goal is simple:
Empower students to Prepare for the Unexpected™.
All training is conducted by certified instructors with a strong focus on safety, responsibility, and real-world preparedness.
WHY TRAIN WITH US
Our instructors bring real experience, professional certifications, and a passion for teaching responsible self-defense.
Every class is led with a focus on safety, clarity, and practical application.
All training is conducted by certified instructors with a strong focus on safety, responsibility, and real-world preparedness.
100+ Students Trained
Multiple Certified Courses
Ongoing Classes Year-Round
My wife and I took two classes with Jawbone Defense and had a great experience both times. They made my wife feel comfortable shooting a firearm for the first time, and she is no longer afraid to pick up a gun. Their instructors are extremely knowledgeable and break down what they teach in a way that is easy to understand. Safety is a top priority in every class. I highly recommend Jawbone Defense to anyone considering firearms training.
Kevin and Helen K
We wanted to introduce our family to firearm safety and use for self defense. Jawbone provided a thorough and thoughtful training experience that took something that was initially intimidating for people with zero experience and made it a safe and fun experience for everyone. There was so much learning that took place before anyone touched a firearm which made the experience so effective that once we started training everyone had the right mindset to proceed and learn with respect and caution but not fear. Jawbone instructors provided an amazing and enjoyable training experience that exceeded everyone’s expectations.
Greg and Dawna M.
Even if you have been shooting for 20 years Jawbone Defense LLC can increase your skill and preparation. Thanks Eric for a great session today!
Scott J
Thank you for an amazing class! You’re a phenomenal instructor- can’t wait to take the next one!
Adrienne S
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