Personal Safety & Defensive Options
Not everyone chooses a firearm as their primary means of personal protection. At Seacoast Firearms Training, we believe responsible self-defense begins with education, awareness, and choosing the right tools for your comfort level, lifestyle, and legal environment.
We offer civilian-focused personal safety training using nationally recognized programs from MACE® Security International and the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA).
MACE® Personal Defensive Spray Training
MACE® brand pepper spray is one of the most widely used personal safety tools in the world. When carried and used responsibly, it provides an effective non-lethal option for personal defense.
Our MACE® training covers:
- How defensive sprays work and when they are appropriate
- Legal considerations for civilian carry in Massachusetts
- Proper carry methods and deployment techniques
- Situational awareness and avoidance strategies
- Limitations and post-incident considerations
This training is ideal for:
- New shooters or non-shooters
- College students and young adults
- Professionals who cannot carry firearms at work
- Anyone seeking a non-lethal self-defense option
Learn more about MACE® education at:
https://educate.uslawshield.com/mace/
USCCA Civilian Defensive Training
As a USCCA-certified instructor, Seacoast Firearms Training offers civilian-appropriate defensive education focused on lawful self-defense, decision-making, and personal responsibility.
USCCA-based instruction may include:
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense fundamentals
- Defensive mindset and situational awareness
- Use-of-force decision making for civilians
- Emergency response and personal safety planning
- Active threat awareness (civilian response, not law enforcement tactics)
These courses are designed for responsible citizens seeking education—not tactical or law-enforcement training.
View USCCA training credentials:
USCCA Instructor Profile
Which Option Is Right for You?
Every student is different. Some choose firearms, others prefer defensive spray, and many benefit from a combination of education and awareness training.
If you are unsure which course is appropriate, we are happy to help guide you based on your experience level and goals.