Total Defense
Total Defense sits at 6001 167th Ave NW in Ramsey, Minnesota, combining a working indoor range with a gunsmith shop and training operation. They handle everything from basic maintenance to custom work—no need to ship your gun elsewhere for most jobs. They offer: Detail strip and cleans Custom builds...
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Total Defense sits at 6001 167th Ave NW in Ramsey, Minnesota, combining a working indoor range with a gunsmith shop and training operation. They handle everything from basic maintenance to custom work—no need to ship your gun elsewhere for most jobs.
They offer: - Detail strip and cleans - Custom builds - Sight installations - Optic mounting and bore-sighting - Work with a local gunsmith for jobs they can't handle in-house (picks up and drops off at their location)
This matters if you have an AR that needs work or a pistol that needs sights installed—you're not waiting for a gun to ship across the state.
Minnesota & Florida Permit to Carry
They offer online renewal ($69 for MN multi-state, county sheriff charges up to $100 for application fee). After completing the online course, you come in during business hours for the live-fire exercise. You have 1 year from online completion to finish the qualification.
Florida Non-Resident Permit upgrade costs $30 (plus Florida's fingerprints, passport photo, and application fee). The courses cover 28 states—35 if you add Florida certification.
Important: The online renewal course is for people renewing their permit. First-time permit holders must take the in-person class. You also need basic handgun familiarization (controls, grip, mag loading, sight acquisition) or you won't receive a certificate at the range qualification.
Gun rentals with ammo for class run $30. All rental ammo must be purchased at Total Defense for liability reasons.
USCCA Defensive Shooting Fundamentals (DSF)
Three cumulative levels—$99 each, or all three for $299 plus the USCCA DSF book free.
| Level | Focus |
|---|---|
| DSF 1.0 | Safety, comfort, competency basics. Counter-ambush training, most-likely distance, shooting and driving, balance of speed and precision. |
| DSF 2.0 | Builds on 1.0. Warrior Expert Theory, tactical presentation from holster, dynamic deviation control, lateral movement, facing drill, tactical stroll, home defense scenarios. |
| DSF 3.0 | Advanced review and scenarios. Emergency reload drills, presentation from holster, lateral movement, facing drill, tactical stroll, home defense scenarios with discussion and debrief. |
- •Prerequisites: You must have completed a valid Permit to Carry course from a certified instructor. Each level is cumulative—you can't skip to DSF 2.0.
What to bring for DSF classes: - Semi-auto firearm (.380 or larger—one can be provided for additional cost) - 3 magazines and mag carrier (double preferred) - Holster - At least 200 rounds of premium factory ammo (no steel or aluminum cases) per level - Eye and ear protection
Other Classes - Handgun 101 Class - Women's Handgun 101 - Firearms Cleaning 101 - Developing a Personal & Home Defense Plan - Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals - Countering the Mass Shooter Threat - USCCA CCHDF Instructor Course (for people wanting to teach) - Private lessons available
Action League
Monday nights starting at 5:30 PM. "Outlaw Match" style following USPSA rules. Cost is $20 per shooter plus tax. Limited to 35 shooters—registration required, no walk-ins. Four stages each night across two bays. PCC is allowed. Scores posted weekly to PractiScore.
Any-Day Pistol League
Winter season starts 12/19/2023. Stress-free, "shoot at your leisure" format. $15 registration for the season plus $15 per week (includes eye and ear rental and targets). Each season runs 10 weeks. 50 rounds of ammo per week, no handgun restrictions, switch firearms anytime. No first/second/third place—it's compete-against-yourself scoring. End-of-season reception with food, drinks, and prizes for those who complete all 10 weeks. Scores posted online and in-store weekly.
Youth Any-Day Pistol League
Available for younger shooters during the same seasons.
TD Round Up
Competitive opportunity for members.
Both leagues operate on PractiScore tracking. Registration is required for Action League—walk-ins are not accepted due to limited space.
- •FFL Transfers — Process incoming firearms from other dealers
- •Used Firearms — Stock of used guns for sale
- •Consignment — Sell your gun on consignment through their shop
- •Web Store — Order online
- •Online Scheduling — Book classes and training sessions
6001 167th Ave NW, Ramsey, MN 55303
Phone: 763-432-6134
Website: mntotaldefense.com
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
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