Coach And Instructor Spotlight
Defense Training System LLC – Hopewell Junction, NY
Veteran-led, USCCA- and NRA-certified CCW and security training in the Hudson Valley
✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Hopewell Junction, New York
Defense Training System LLC ( is a veteran-owned firearms and security training provider based in Hopewell Junction, New York. Led by Chief Instructor Frankie Burgosa US Army veteran and certified instructor with USCCA, NRA, and DCJS credentialsthe program emphasizes safety, legal understanding, and real-world readiness. Certified assistant instructors like Philip Simonis and Manuel Nunez support a comprehensive curriculum. Courses cover everything from the New York State Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals to Basic Pistol training, First Aid/CPR/AED certification, and security guard pre-assignment and in-service refreshers. They also offer non-resident CCW training for states like NJ, FL, AZ, and CT. Classes run in both live and hybrid formats, including a 16-hour virtual-first, in-person-second concealed carry course. Training sessions are capped for personalized instruction and include detailed coverage of New York State laws, force escalation, aftermath protocols, gear selection, and mindset. One student review praised the instructors: Safety first! This team was personable and informative. The structure of the lessons kept participants engaged. Money well spent. To register for upcoming sessions or explore customized training, visit Know a coach or range that deserves to be featured? Submit here: Follow ZRIntel for daily coverage of firearm training innovations and community stories. Featured in this article? Let us know well highlight your repost on our feed!