Rapid Defense

10/01/2026

Cooler weather is coming! Do you have the right footwear for working in the field, exploring, hunting in the bush, or training at the range? Check out Kenetrek Boots! We're 1 of only 2 dealers in SE WI!

We've been running them for about a year now and they are the best boots we have ever worn. You'll find mountain, hiking, and work boots that are extremely well made, comfortable, and truly weather proof. If you want the best, this is it.

Our next order is going in soon, so ping us to jump on the opportunity!

Shop the 8″ LPC NI rough‑out leather boots with waterproof Windtex membrane, lightweight 7 mm nylon midsole, and deep‑lug K‑73 outsole for warm weather.

09/30/2026

Low Light Defensive R***e provides students with critical skillsets for using a r***e when visibility is limited.

We dive into light use, myths and realities, and how to adapt and fight effectively in darker conditions. Where else can you train at night?

LOCATION: See class date PREREQUISITE: Intermediate-level r***e class or equivalent as a minimum but advanced-level class recommended(if you are unsure of your skill level, take our quick proficiency quiz ) INSTRUCTOR: Instructor Bios This is the defensive r***e version of our popular low light hand...

09/29/2026

Have you ever trained with your handgun in low light conditions? Do you understand how light works and doesn't work?

Join us for our Low Light Defensive Handgun class on 11/21 for a deep dive into using your handgun when visibility is limited. We dispel a lot of myths and equipped you with the right knowledge and skills to perform in these conditions.

LOCATION: See class date PREREQUISITE: Intermediate-level handgun class or equivalent as a minimum but advanced-level class recommended(if you are unsure of your skill level, take our quick proficiency quiz ) INSTRUCTOR: Instructor Bios Half our lives are spent in the dark, and often times that's wh...

09/27/2026

Get high level advanced first aid and active threat survival training November 7th! Students learn how to treat severe injury while fully immersed in sights, sounds, and smells commonly found during extremely violent situations.

These important skills increase your odds of survivability exponentially. Don't miss our only offering of this class in 2026!

Our highest rated class features hands-on training for training injuries normally suffered during an active shooter incident, extremely violent situation, or catastrophic accident. This course goes well beyond any first aid course and builds proven battlefield lifesaving techniques. Eligible class f...

09/27/2026

Mastering R***e Mechanics was such a great class. This instructor-level class helps students diagnose and correct shooting errors and deficiencies hindering their performance.

We started by discussing the importance of a good zero and achieving that. Then we worked out a variety of accuracy drills and performance shakedowns to see where we needed to improve. Recoil management and repeated accuracy at speed was a focal point, and we wrapped with target transitions and an Eleanor Drill.

We saw noticeable improvement in our repeated 10x10 drills throughout the day, with most students having doubled their performance from beginning to end. We love to see it!

09/25/2026

Take your carbine skills to the next level in Advanced Defensive R***e on 10/11. This class trains on a high level of proficiency with a lightweight carbine, proving out core skills while bringing in multiple targets and transitions, movement, and even teamwork if skill allows.

Sign up today!

LOCATION: See class date PREREQUISITE: Intermediate-level carbine class, r***e and handgun proficiency required (if you are unsure of your skill level, take our quick proficiency quiz ) INSTRUCTOR: Instructor Bios The Advanced Defensive R***e class is a one day class for experienced shooters, design...

09/16/2026

Excellent Mastering Handgun Mechanics class this past weekend. This instructor-level class breaks down the fundamentals of shooting until they are performed at a high level.

Students go through a variety of baseline drills designed to find deficiencies and then work to correct those flaws. The causes of each are discussed and then the fixes practiced until they are overcome. Bill Drills, Doubles, Eleanor, and more were used to confirm proper connection to the gun and user inputs.

By the end, students not only fixed foundational issues, they learned how to train better.

09/15/2026

Proud of the RD team this year. They've been shooting a ton of matches. If you get a chance to catch up with any of them, be sure to ask for that sweet discount code!

https://www.rapiddefensewi.com/post/the-rd-team-continues-to-excel

09/11/2026

Never forget. As responsible Americans we should always remain vigilant, prepared, and dangerous (capable).

Today we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the courage of everyone who answered that morning. We also remember Benghazi, September 11, 2012, and the four Americans who died there: Ambassador Chris Stevens, Sean Smith, and former Navy SEALs Tyrone Woods and Glen Doherty.

Never forget.