Introduction to Defensive Handgun Training, LLC.
Defensive Handgun Training is a local company owned by Joe Kalil, an expert in the field of handgun training and weapons certifications, based in the Greater Cincinnati area. Joe has extensive military, law enforcement, civilian firearm and instructor experience. He has been instructing in some capacity since 1987 and is rated as a master IDPA shooter. For additional information about Joe’s certifications and qualifications, visit the About page.
Joe was recently featured in an article for the Concealed Carry Magazine. You can read the article in Adobe PDF format.
Read what some of Joe’s students have to say about his courses on the testimonial page.
What we do
Defensive Handgun Training (DHT) specializes in Concealed Carry license training, firearms safety courses and Glock Armorer services.
We offer courses for Concealed Carry Weapons permits for Kentucky, Ohio and Florida. We also offer a Handgun Tactics course, Firearms Safety Course for teenagers and various NRA courses. Joe establishes a very friendly training atmosphere and is a strong advocate of self-defense training for women.
Learn more about our courses and the Glock services we offer.
Special Course Announcement
- We will be offering the Advanced Concealed Carry Tactics Course on Saturday, July 12, 2008. This is the former Handgun Tactics Course.
- This course will run from 8 am to 8 pm on this one day only. There are limited spots for this course also.
- The Advanced Concealed Carry Tactics Course is a fast paced course designed for those who already possess a CCW.
- Learn more about the Advanced Concealed Carry Tactics Course
Please use the contact form to let Joe know if you are interested.
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Four Cardinal Gun Rules
- Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded.
- Always point your firearm in a safe direction.
- Always keep your finger outside of the trigger guard until you are on target and ready to shoot.
- Always be sure of your target and what is beyond it.