Create Distance. Ensure Safety.
A mother and daughter begin a conversation about everyday personal safety. The spray device on the table introduces the topic; it is not being used.
This illustrative image introduces the journey from a conversation at home to classroom learning and supervised practice. Open the training-image cards below to see the next steps.
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Build a foundation in safe handling, carry and access, communication, and deployment using inert practice canisters.
Review CourseBuild on introductory skills with additional practice and an introduction to pepper spray guns.
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Learn about personal safety, product choices, handling, and communication with a supportive group.
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David guides seven adult students through classroom learning using inert practice canisters. Discussion and hands-on participation help students build familiarity before range practice.
Illustrative training scene.
Rehearse with inert canisters while a partner observes, with everyone behind a common practice line.
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Four students practice with inert canisters while four partners observe. David supervises the group. Everyone stays behind the practice line, with paper targets downrange.
No live pepper spray is used during the introductory session.
Illustrative training scene.
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AFT combines clear instruction with patient, hands-on practice. Coached repetition and partner observation help you develop familiarity and confidence at your own pace.
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Adults seeking a practical less-than-lethal personal defense option, including students, professionals, and community members interested in personal safety.
No. You do not need to bring a personal spray device. Only inert practice canisters are used during the introductory session. No live pepper spray is used.
No prior experience or training is required.
The introductory Pepper Spray Training course is two hours and includes hands-on practice.
Use products as intended. Wasp spray is an insecticide, not a personal-defense product. Choose a pepper spray labeled for personal defense, and follow its instructions.
Delivery pattern affects coverage, aiming, and the chance of spray drifting onto the user or others.
Check your device: Range varies by model. Follow its label and instructions rather than assuming one distance or a universally best pattern. Reduced blowback does not mean zero exposure risk. Animal deterrents should be selected by their labeled purpose, not spray pattern alone.
AFT partner: F3 Defense. AFT instructor David Arnold has received training from F3 Defense and is authorized to sell its products. AFT training focuses on personal pepper spray use. Visit F3 Defense to explore its broader product offerings.
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Open Course Interest & RegistrationAFT does not provide legal advice. AFT LLC does not participate with or train individuals or groups in unlawful paramilitary activity as described in ORS 166.660.