I took the Basic Pistol and Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) courses from Pete. I was new to firearms…read moreand needed guidance regarding usage and safety. Pete is a very friendly and easy-going instructor, and his classes are very laid back as opposed to a rigid classroom environment. He is very knowledgeable about firearms, the industry, and is aware of regulatory trends. Pete emphasizes safety in every aspect of his training. I'll go back to Pete for more advanced training as my skills advance. I couldn't recommend Pete enough.

An absolutely amazing experience which encourages you on your firearms training journey. I couldn't…read morerecommend more highly.

Berg is full of knowledge and skill! I highly recommend his courses no matter your experience!read more

Craig certainly provided the needed training that I needed for a CCW permit…read more Questions were discussed in the open and relating to the law of the land. I was very pleased and will take more courses when my time allows.

The staff was very patient, I was nervous and needed reminding on how to stand and how to hold the…read moregun. I was allowed to load and shoot 3 different guns. Iam much more comfortable with guns than before and look forward to taking more classes with this company to increase my knowledge and proficiency.

As a personal protection and tactical training instructor myself who has trained hundreds of…read morepersonnel with diverse backgrounds (i.e. law enforcement, military, and civilian), I fully endorse George's approach, curriculum, and skillset. Bottom line, George can teach anyone with an open mind and a willingness to be coachable to become competent in methods and practical strategies not to just survive, but thrive in a violent surprise assault situation. If you are in law enforcement, he will sharpen your contact survival rate skills against violent criminals. If you are redeploying, he will tune up your MOUT and CQB skills and increase your team's effectiveness. If you are a trained civilian or first time gun owner, he will nurture you in ways that many instructors simply can't due to their lack of empathetic people skills. Simply put, your quality of life and personal confidence with dramatically increase under his instruction. Jay Okimoto, President and CEO Crosswalk Technologies, LLC Crosswalk Readyness NRA Instructor and Chief RSO # 32625598

This was the best CPR certification class I've ever attended. The instructor, Mark, is full of…read moreknowledge and energy- the perfect amount to make the class informative and fun. I'd give 10 stars if I could!

Mark is awesome. I had so much fun and learned a lot in both the ACLS course and the BLS course…read more Thank you Mark.

My teenager wanting to become a blacksmith and welder. They've been going to DMC for about a year…read moretaking various classes. The teachers are so patient and knowledgeable. We highly suggest Desert Metal Craft!

Do you love Forged in Fire? Have you only seen an anvil in cartoons? Want to hit metal really hard…read morewith a hammer? Then this is the place for you! Desert Metal Craft (DMC) and its people are simply amazing. I recently took a Blacksmithing 101 class here and was so impressed with the instructors. Equally impressive was the fact that I left class with a finished Mezzaluna (or herb chopper for the uninitiated). I have already signed up for Bladesmithing 100! Pro-Tip: If you are interested in a class sign up now. They book up quickly and you often have to enroll 3+ months in advance. It is worth the wait!

Art teaches in a way that is memorable and to the point. This leads to higher occurrence of…read moreretaining the updated guidelines. I have heard his words in my head while performing actual CPR more than once! Thank you CPR Down South for yet ANOTHER recertification for this nurse!

Art was an excellent trainer! He made the training enjoyable and we had great laughs. I highly…read morerecommend CPR Down South.

As a former student, I want to share my honest review at this school before you enroll. THANK ME…read moreLATER! The tuition has increased significantly this year, reaching around $100,000 to $120,000 or more, which is much higher than at other private schools. The rules frequently change each semester, so what you're told when you join can quickly become outdated every semester, leading to serious financial debt if you don't pass. The environment is toxic, with unprofessional behavior from both faculty and students. Many students experience bullying, and I have witnessed instructors gossiping about other students without any repercussions. If you have a problem, don't expect support from the dean; they often prefer to remove you rather than address the issue. In the labs, we repeatedly used the same needles and had to recap them. When I didn't pass a check-off on the first try, a professor reacted poorly and embarrassed me in front of my classmates, her reason "we only have a few needles to use." Mistakes are part of learning, yet we were not allowed to make them. I would rate the quality of teaching a 2 out of 10, except for the PEDS class, which was excellent thanks to Professor Premo. However, be prepared to read the entire textbook, which is challenging due to the fast-paced program. When you ask for help, they may suggest, use AI instead of helping you, which is quite ridiculous. Lots of topics in the lectures are skipped with some Instructor saying "oh, No need to learn this it's not gonna come out on the exam anyway" but wait until you take the NCLEX which focus on information you don't know! Some students were given unfair advantages, such as private rooms for exams without cameras and extra time. Additionally, regarding the exams, you won't know which questions you answered incorrectly, making grades feel arbitrary and manipulable (you don't know exactly what questions you missed) don't forget this is all about business. This can result in you having to retake expensive classes or not passing at all. While I can't speak for the Phoenix branch, the Tucson branch has poor management and an overall unsatisfactory atmosphere. Overall, this branch appears to operate more as a business focused on profit rather than on supporting student success. It can feel like a trap once you're in. The school's condition is disappointing, especially considering the high tuition, and interactions with the Senior Dean were particularly rude and unprofessional toward both students and faculty. Good luck if you decide to attend!

As a former student, I want to share my honest review at this school before you enroll. THANK ME…read moreLATER! The tuition has increased significantly this year, reaching around $100,000 to $120,000 or more, which is much higher than at other private schools. The rules frequently change each semester, so what you're told when you join can quickly become outdated every semester, leading to serious financial debt if you don't pass. The environment is toxic, with unprofessional behavior from both faculty and students. Many students experience bullying, and I have witnessed instructors gossiping about other students without any repercussions. If you have a problem, don't expect support from the dean; they often prefer to remove you rather than address the issue. In the labs, we repeatedly used the same needles and had to recap them. When I didn't pass a check-off on the first try, a professor reacted poorly and embarrassed me in front of my classmates, her reason "we only have a few needles to use." Mistakes are part of learning, yet we were not allowed to make them. I would rate the quality of teaching a 2 out of 10, except for the PEDS class, which was excellent thanks to Professor Premo. However, be prepared to read the entire textbook, which is challenging due to the fast-paced program. When you ask for help, they may suggest, use AI instead of helping you, which is quite ridiculous. Lots of topics in the lectures are skipped with some Instructor saying "oh, No need to learn this it's not gonna come out on the exam anyway" but wait until you take the NCLEX which focus on information you don't know! Some students were given unfair advantages, such as private rooms for exams without cameras and extra time. Additionally, regarding the exams, you won't know which questions you answered incorrectly, making grades feel arbitrary and manipulable (you don't know exactly what questions you missed) don't forget this is all about business. This can result in you having to retake expensive classes or not passing at all. While I can't speak for the Phoenix branch, the Tucson branch has poor management and an overall unsatisfactory atmosphere. Overall, this branch appears to operate more as a business focused on profit rather than on supporting student success. It can feel like a trap once you're in. The school's condition is disappointing, especially considering the high tuition, and interactions with the Senior Dean were particularly rude and unprofessional toward both students and faculty. Good luck if you decide to attend!