Perfect 7 Firearms and Defense Training

Perfect 7 Firearms and Defense Training serves Central New York with firearms instruction and self-defense education. The name reflects their core philosophy: the 7 fundamentals of shooting form the foundation of every class they teach.

Their course lineup covers:

Defensive Fundamentals - Basic Handgun Course ($140) — 6 hours combining classroom and live fire. Covers safe handling, pistol operation, ammunition, shooting fundamentals, stance, and cleaning. - Situational Awareness & Use of Force ($50) — 3 hours on recognizing threats and understanding New York's self-defense law. Covers NY Penal Law Article 35 and the state's duty to retreat requirement. - Civilian Pepper Spray ($45) — Integrates awareness training with safe, legal self-defense spray techniques.

Specialized Training - Workplace Violence/Active Threat Training — Custom programs with site assessment tailored to organizational needs. - HR 218 Certification ($50+) — Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act training for qualified current and retired law enforcement to carry concealed nationwide. - Refuse to Be a Victim — NRA seminar on personal safety strategies (non-firearms focused). Available for businesses and community groups. - American Heart Association CPR — On-site instruction with competitive pricing.

Classes run by appointment. Call (315) 758-2528 or use their online booking system.

Instructors bring three decades of combined experience in basic and advanced training. Rather than generic self-defense seminars, Perfect 7 builds everything on shooting fundamentals and practical New York law—particularly important given the state's specific requirements around use of force and retreat obligations.