Other Defensive Training

A firearm is not the only option available to individuals for self defense.

Other defensive training options focus on the tools such as pepper spray (OC), TASER, defensive tactics, and baton as well as considerations individuals must take when using force either on the street or on the job.

We look forward to training with you!

Private and Small Group Scheduling Public Class Schedule

Our courses are certified through the Lamperd Less Lethal and others. We are also partnered with U.S. LawShield who provides legal support to responsible citizens.

Our classes are offered by appointment. Classroom presentation is conducted in Shadyside, PA.

Private instruction provides flexible scheduling, personal pacing, and allows classes to occur sooner, without a minimum group number or cancellation.

Find the right course for you below!

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Defensive Courses

Click on each course below for more details

The Lamperd Less Lethal Pepper Spray Course is designed to introduce users of the general public or security officers to what Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) is and the considerations that must be taken into account for its ethical and legal use.

Course topics include:

What is OC?
How OC Works
Use of Force and Justification of Force
Types of OC deployment and handling
Types of OC exposures
Considerations when using OC

*Student materials are included in the price*

4 hours

3-year Certification

$150 per student

Please email or call us to be placed on our contact list for when this course is available!

The Lamperd Less Lethal Defensive Tactics and Use of Force Course is designed to introduce the general public or security officers to differnet tactical and physical options available to defend oneself and the considerations that must be taken into account for ethical and legal use of force.

Course topics include:

Situational Awareness
Use of Force and Justification of Force
Use of Force Continuum
Stances
Blocks, kicks, and punches
Pressure Points
Handcuffing and searching
Disarming techniques

*Student materials are included in the price*

6 hours

2-year Certification

$150 per student

The Basic Taser Operator Course is designed to teach law enforcement officers or security personnel the fundamental skills necessary to safely and effectively operate a Taser (electronic control weapon).

Course topics include:

Taser mechanics and operation
Legal aspects of Taser use
Threat assessment and situational awareness
Deployment techniques
Target zones
Post-deployment procedures
De-escalation strategies
Malfunction drills
Live fire exercises

*Students must have their own taser device, a holster, and 2 live cartridges*

4-6 Hours

$150 per student

1 Year Certification

The TASER, DT/UOF, and OC Bundle is designed to teach law enforcement officers or security personnel the fundamental skills necessary to safely and effectively apply common tools of the trade to help control a situation while understanding the legality and considerations of each tool.

Course topics include:

OC Course
Defensive Tactics and Use of Force
Taser

*Students must have their own taser device, a holster, and 2 live cartridges*

8 Hours

$300 per student

1 Year Certification

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U.S. Law Shield

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Serving Responsible Self-Defenders

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Educate – Prepare- Protect

Membership Includes:

24/7/365 emergency access to an attorney-answered hotline
Legal representation for both criminal and civil cases
Zero attorneys’ fees for covered events—no limits, caps or deductibles
Answers to your self-defense questions through our everyday helpline
Unlimited access to our informative resources
Educational events and other member-only benefits
Special additional coverage: Minor Children, 50 State Protection, Bail and Expert Witness, Hunting and Fishing, Gunowner Identity Theft.

Education:

Questions about self-defense and firearm laws or other legal issues in your state? U.S. LawShield^® and our nationwide network of Independent Program Attorneys (IPAs) are here to provide you with updates and answers

Preparation:

We help you foster a proactive mindset when it comes to responsible self-defense, providing the training and tools you need to prepare for the unexpected. Our workshops and seminars, taught by our Independent Program Attorneys and other industry professionals, are designed to help you deepen your knowledge to lawfully defend yourself.

Protection:

Through our Legal Defense for Self Defense^® program, an Independent Program Attorney (IPA) is always standing by, ready to defend you in your greatest time of need.

Click Join Now and use promo code “STGPIT” for first month free and no setup fee. A $30 savings!

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Questions about which course is best for you?

Call 412-254-6665 or complete this form.

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Anthony DeRubeis

Owner and Instructor

Anthony is passionate and driven to provide meaningful and relevant training to students of all skill levels. Anthony found consistent, structured, training options to be lacking in Pittsburgh. After sitting through many classes that had a lot of unrelated information, repetitive stories, and understanding there is a need for more quality training options, Anthony decided to launch Special Tasks Group Training. Anthony strives to bring accessible, impactful, and focused training to his students and enjoys the opportunity to help introduce people from all walks of life to a new experience.

Anthony is currently full-time with Special Tasks Group Training. Prior to his current position, Anthony worked for multiple security companies over the winter months in corporate, remote, armed school security, as a Lieutenant for a local federal facility and the Director of Security at Henne Jewelers. During summer months Anthony owned a landscaping business for fifteen years. He was also the former Chief Operations Officer at Spare Change for 4 and a half years, helping musicians to raise over $30,000 for charities at their shows.

Outside of work, Anthony was a Reserve Deputy Sheriff where his interest in firearms instruction grew after graduating top of his academy class in 2021. He went on to become an NRA Basic Instructor with ratings in rifle, pistol, firearm safety, and further achieving Chief Range Safety Officer and Law Enforcement Handgun Instructor. Anthony is also passionate about safety and emergency response so he pursued instructor ratings for AVERT, STOP THE BLEED, and First Aid/CPR/AED. In 2024, Anthony was eligible to become an NRA Training Counselor and after completing the development workshop as honor graduate, received an appointment as one of the approximately 2300 Training Counselors that the NRA has. He is now able to train NRA Basic Instructors.

Fluent in French and having visited 48 countries, Anthony attended Point Park University where he majored in National Security Studies and graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2018. During his time at university, he was also a Cadet Commander with the Civil Air Patrol, a Search and Rescue Ground Team Leader/Instructor, and an Army Reserve Officer Training Corp Cadet. Under the pen name Allan Durand, Anthony self-published a book titled Path of the Candidate: Engaging with the French Foreign Legion.

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Phone: (412) 254-6665

Email: Anthony@specialtasksgroupsecurity.com

Hours:

Public Classes

Saturday and Sunday

By Appointment

Tuesday-Thursday

Please contact us to schedule a time that works for you!

Classroom Address:

816 Copeland Way,

Pittsburgh PA 15232

Range Address:

Trafford Sportsmen's Club

14000 Winchester Road,

Trafford, PA 15085

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Tarentum District

Sportsmen's Club

837 Sarver Road

Sarver, PA 16055

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