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News & InsightsMarch 14, 2026March 24, 2026

Deep Roots, Decisive Defense: The Urban Defense Academy Story

Urban Defense Academy, Brian and Gigi Simmons

Hey everyone, Brian and Gigi here! We often get asked how Urban Defense Academy started. For us, this isn’t just a business—it’s a calling rooted in a deep belief: you have a God-given right to protect your life and your family. Our journey didn’t start …

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Brian Simmons
Articles, News & InsightsOctober 1, 2025March 24, 2026

Short Sessions, Deep Skills: Why We Don’t Do “One-and-Done” Training

A man taking a handgun training course at Urban Defense Academy in Liberty Hill Texas. He is learning to search and clear an area, such as a home for home defense purposes.

At Urban Defense Academy, we prioritize muscle memory and long-term retention of skills learned. That’s why we structure our core courses using shorter, more frequent, highly focused sessions. Our Structure for Maximum Retention By keeping our sessions shorter (1.5 to 2.0 hours) and spreading them …

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Brian Simmons
News & InsightsAugust 5, 2025March 24, 2026

Are you flinching?

Are you flinching? A firearms instructor at Urban Defense Academy in Liberty Hill, TX is describing the flinch that happens when someone has anticipation of recoil.

Are you flinching? Our instructors at Urban Defense Academy help students pinpoint and overcome common habits like closing their eyes at ignition. Understanding this natural anticipation of recoil is key to mastering your shot. Conquer your flinch with expert, supervised instruction in Liberty Hill, TX! …

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Brian Simmons
News & InsightsJuly 29, 2025March 24, 2026

Why We Teach Armed Self Defense

Woman learning to search, clear and secure and area, such as her home, during the Practical Pistol Course Series at Urban Defense Academy in Liberty Hill Texas

Why do we teach armed self defense at Urban Defense Academy? We do this because we believe in freedom. We aim to prevent danger from visiting families, to discourage evil, and to keep threats at bay. We teach you to understand that violent transgressors typically …

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Brian Simmons
ArticlesJune 5, 2025March 24, 2026

What Criteria Goes Into Recommending a Pistol?

What Criteria Goes Into Recommending a Pistol? Choosing the right firearm is a critical decision, and at Urban Defense Academy, we understand it’s not a one-size-fits-all process. Making an effective weapon recommendation requires careful consideration of many factors unique to you. Our goal is to …

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Brian Simmons

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