Avoid Escape Defend Academy (AEDA)
Al Tucker
BACKGROUND: Former Military, Instructor
34 Years Instructing
PH: 205-578-6708
Available Courses
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PROTECT What Matters: Home Family Self and Freedom Become more responsible and confident in… |
Basic, USCCA Courses | Basic |
About Avoid Escape Defend Academy (AEDA)
Al Tucker is the Founder and Lead Instructor of Avoid Escape Defend Academy (AEDA), where responsible citizens learn to think clearly, act lawfully and protect what matters most.
His instruction goes beyond marksmanship.
Every class is designed to develop
- sound judgment,
- disciplined decision-making, and
- the confidence to respond appropriately under pressure.
Students leave with more than technical skills—they gain a practical framework for becoming prepared, principled protectors at home, in public and within their communities.
Every AEDA course is built upon four guiding principles:
- Be Prudent — Think First. Think Completely.
- Be Proficient — Master your entire protective toolbox through repetition and review.
- Be Protective — Be READY so you don't have to get ready.
- Be Parliamentary — Honor the law in a way that protects your freedom.
"We don't simply train people to carry firearms. We train diligently and specifically to become prepared, principled human beings."
— Al Tucker, Founder & Lead Instructor, AEDA
Courses Taught
Concealed Carry Training, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, USCCA Courses, In Home Defense Training, Scenario Based Training, Women's Only Courses, Seminars / Lectures, Range Safety Officer, Firearms / Gear Selection, Red Dot Introduction, Handgun Fundamentals, Real Estate Safety
Certifications
USCCA Certified Firearms Instructor with the following certifications:
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Countering the Mass Shooter
- Emergency & First Aid
- Women’s Handgun and Self-Defense Fundamentals
- Range Safety Officer
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