PROFESIONAL FIREARMS & DPSST CERTIFICATIONS TRAINING IN MEDFORD OREGON

Mantis Strategic Defense LLC provides professional firearms training and Oregon DPSST certifications for armed and unarmed security personnel in Medford, Oregon serving the Rogue Valley and Southern Oregon. We train civilians, law enforcement, military personnel, and security professionals through concealed carry classes, defensive firearms instruction, and real-world tactical education designed to build confidence, safety, and preparedness.

  • Firearms Training in Medford Oregon

  • DPSST Armed Certifications

  • Rogue Valley firearms instruction

  • Southern Oregon concealed carry trainings

Trainings Offered

We provide professional firearms training and education designed to build skill, confidence, and accountability for armed professionals and responsibly armed citizens alike. Our programs are tailored for DPSST security officers, law enforcement personnel, and civilians who carry for defensive purposes, with strong emphasis on safe handling, legal compliance, and proper use‑of‑force standards.

Choose from structured courses, qualification programs, scenario‑based training, and private instruction—all delivered in a professional environment focused on real‑world application, sound judgment, and responsible firearm ownership.

Range Training Calendar

Range Training Calendar

Range Training Schedule

QUARTER 2
May 30th: Roseberg DPSST Refreshers Armed / Unarmed

Jun 6th-7th: DPSST New Hire Armed / Armed refresher

June 19th - 21st: AHT – David Acosta Jr. Host Events (3 Days)

QUARTER 3
Jul 16th–19th: DPSST Armed Course / MSD
Aug 7th–9th: DPSST Armed Course / MSD
Aug 15th–17th: Billy Barton 3 Day-Host event + Local USPSA Match
Sep 9-11/ 12–13: DPSST Armed Course / MSD

QUARTER 4

Oct 21–25: DPSST Armed Course / MSD
Nov 12-14/15: DPSST Armed Course / MSD
Nov 20–22: AHT – Rick Crawley 3-Day Host Event Instructor Development Course
Dec 10-12 / 13: DPSST Armed Course / MSD

Are you ready to train? Explore our full lineup of professional firearms and security training courses designed for law enforcement, security professionals, and responsibly armed civilians. Whether you’re seeking a certification for employment, skill development, or advanced tactical instruction, we have a course built for your goals and experience level.

What you’ll find:

  • Upcoming class dates

  • Course descriptions & prerequisites

  • Certification options

  • Pricing & registration details

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UPCOMING TRAININGS

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    AHT David Acosta JR

    3-Day Host event with 3 courses coming by AHT David Acosta Jr

    June 19-21st Courses are LIVE on AHT website Click below for link

    Baseline Performance Handgun

    10 spots left

    Defensive Handgun

    10 spots left

    Intro Combative Pistol & Blades

    6 spots left

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    DPSST in Roseburg Refreshers

    DATE: May 30th

    TIME: 9AM

    INSTRUCTOR: JOSH MCOMBER

    COURSE:

    DPSST Armed and Unarmed refreshers for those who carry their security license. 9am will start with range for armed refreshers. 3pm will be for unarmed refreshers. Register Here.

  • DPSST Armed Security Certifications

    Date: June 4th
    Time: 8:30 AM
    Cost: $300

    Tuesday-Thursday

    Instructor: Josh McOmber
    Course: DPSST New Hire Armed Professional (24-hour, 3-day course)
    Classes: For New Armed Security officers in the Rogue Valley. 2 classroom days at Mantis Strategic Defense, 1 day at the range.
    Classroom Location: 2938 N Pacific Hwy Ste 101, Medford, OR 97501
    Range Location: Reserved Bay 6: RVSSA, 6800 Kershaw Rd, Central Point, OR 97502
    Payment: Use code "PAYNCASH" for cash payment only.

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    DPSST Armed Security Refresher

    Date: June 6th
    Cost: $150
    Time: 9am & 12:30pm

    Instructor: Josh McOmber
    Location: RVSSA Reserved Range Bay 6

    Officers Upgrading Duty Weapon Use Code PayNCash for your $25 firearm add on to your card

  • Sign with red background and white text stating "Additional Handgun Qualification for those adding a handgun to their DPSST armed security card." Includes silhouette of a handgun.

    DPSST Additional Firearm Add-on Qualification

    June 6th

    Time: 9am & 12:30pm / Cost: $25

    Armed security professionals certified through the state of Oregon DPSST are now required under House Bill 2527 to complete a firearms qualification training every year for each firearm make, model, and caliber that the armed private security professional will possess or have access to while performing private security services.

    All security entities are required to maintain employee proof of training of each weapon platform an employee uses or has access to while performing private security services.

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    DPSST Unarmed Refreshers

    Date: June 11th

    Time: 5:30pm

    Unarmed Security Refresher – $75
    This 4-hour refresher course is designed for currently certified unarmed security officers who need to renew their DPSST certification. All required training documents are provided and submitted directly to the Oregon DPSST by the instructor, ensuring a smooth and hassle-free renewal process.

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    DPSST Unarmed Security Certification New Hire 14hr

    Date: June 11th
    Time: 8:30 AM
    Cost: $200
    Instructor: Josh McOmber
    Duration: 14 hours
    Description: For new security staff in loss prevention, hospitals, retail, churches, airports, and other unarmed positions.

    Location: 2938 N Pacific Highway Ste 101, Medford, OR 97504

  • MSD Tactical Medicine Care

    TECC

    Date June 13th or 27th
    Time 9am
    Instructor Matthew Edwards
    Cost $150
    The Medical Emergency Care Course is designed to equip students with the lifesaving medical skills needed to respond effectively in high-stress, real-world emergencies. This course focuses on rapid threat assessment, hemorrhage control, airway management, patient stabilization, and coordinated response techniques for civilian, security, and professional responders. Students will gain hands-on experience using proven medical protocols and equipment while learning how to make critical choice

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    Mantis Private Lessons

    Those Looking for 1 on 1 Private Lessons?

    please email or contact us.

    Private Lessons are Courses Cost + Private Lesson Pricing.

    Example: “Basic Pistol” $100 + a Private Lesson (Hour Fee) Below added.

    Added Fees Are

    4 hour Lessons $200

    6 hour Lessons $400

    8 hours lessons $600

    Groups 5 or more 25% discount

  • A man wearing tactical gear, black cap, sunglasses, and a black jacket at an outdoor shooting range, inspecting or marking targets on a silhouette target stand.

    AHT Rick Crawley 3-Day Course

    November 20-22nd

    9 spots left

    Our 3 Day Carbine Instructor Development Program provides a framework for each student with the necessary tools, knowledge, and confidence to facilitate and teach an audience. This is accomplished through a true understanding of fundamental principles that you can quantify. The instructor Development Program will assist you in building the confidence needed to develop viable curriculum for your audience. Further developing your delivery of this material and the ability to execute on demand in front of an audience in an efficient & disciplined manner. Performance on Demand.

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    Hosting Billy Barton GM

    8/14-16/26 Medford OR - 3-Day Level-Up Performance Pistol Class +Match! RVSSA

    price $550.00

    Class capped at 12 students!

    This class will be in the traditional 2-day format on Friday & Saturday, and the class will shoot the local USPSA match at RVSSA together on Sunday. The match will provide an opportunity to put the skills from class into practice, walk stages and discuss stage planning in more detail, and get some in person coaching throughout the match. 

Work Security and Want Training?

We Lead the Valley for Security Companies in-house DPSST Instructor!

HOW & WHERE YOU TRAINING MATTERS.

Class Prices We Offer

Class Prices We Offer

DPSST SECURITY CERTIFICATION COURSES

UNARMED SECURITY PROFESSIONAL 14 HR CLASS $200

UNARMED SECURITY PROFESSIONAL RENEWAL 4 HR CLASS $75

ARMED SECURITY PROFESSIONAL 24 HR CLASS / SHOOT $300

ARMED SECURITY PROFESSIONAL RENEWAL 4 HR CLASS / SHOOT $150

Basic Firearms Trainings

  • Basic Handgun Fundamentals- $100

  • Basic Rifle Fundamentals $150

  • Static Performance Handgun & Rifle $200

  • Dynamic Performance Handgun & Rifle $250

  • Defensive Fundamentals Handgun $225

  • Red Dot Handgun Foundation $150

  • Red Dot Handgun Performance $200

  • Baseline Vehicle Handgun/Rifle Operations $225

  • Vehicle Rifle/Handgun Operations $300

  • Oregon Conceal Handgun $50

Travel Fees $100-350 (depends on location in State)

“There is Nothing Impossible to Individuals Who Will Train.”

— Alexander the Great