Laird David

Laird David is the owner and Director of Training at Dynamic Combative Solutions LLC, an all-in-one self-defense school specializing in various forms of self-defense education.14 He has extensive experience in firearms training and martial arts, with over 30 years in various martial arts styles and more than 20 years in the firearms training community.3

David's background includes:

1. Military service: Served in the U.S. Army with the 82nd Airborne Division as a heavy weapons squad leader in the Infantry.1

2. Civilian contractor: Worked in Iraq from 2007-2008.1

3. Firearms industry and church security: Began his instructor career while volunteering with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Operations Posse from 2008-2012.1

4. Certifications and qualifications:

   • NRA Law Enforcement Instructor and NRA Certified Counselor in various disciplines1
   • Certified ASP Tactical weapons instructor1
   • IDS APEX Level 1 Instructor1
   • Certified by Arizona Department of Public Safety to train Armed Security Guards1
   • Active Self Protection Certified Instructor1
   • Multiple firearms armorer certifications1

5. Martial arts achievements:

   • 3rd Degree Black belt / Instructor with ATA Taekwondo Association1
   • 1st Degree Black Belt in Moo Duk Kwon Tang Soo Do1
   • Studied TaiChi under Master Willy Lim1

David Laird continues to work as a private security contractor while teaching and training in the field.1 He is also the Vice President of Arizona Citizens Defense League Foundation.2