My husband and I worked with Mike solo and he was incredible. Patient, instructive and kind. He…read morewas so encouraging, especially since I had not shot in forever, and my husband had never shot a real firearm (only simulators) Not only are we encouraged to continue to shoot on our own, we are going to bring our son for training. We know that Mike will be the perfect person to help him learn gun safety. Thank you so much for making sure we learned proper safety, and hey, we were much better shots than we thought we'd be. I'll credit that to Mike, too.

This class was Amazing!! The teachers (Mike and Craig), are Great!! They took their time to explain…read morethe basics and were very patient. They answered all our questions and felt very SAFE and comfortable. They provide all the Safety equipment (Safety glass, hearing protection), and have an array of guns to choose from and test.This class definitely made me feel more confident and careful. I believe everyone needs to take a Basic Gun Safety course and these are the guys to help.

My son and I took a course with Gil Vargas Firearms Training Associates, and I honestly can't say…read moreenough good things about the experience. Although I have owned firearms for home defense, I never really felt that I had mastery, competence, or confidence with them. Going to the range with friends was one thing, but I was usually just following their lead. Training with Gil completely changed that. My son is 24 and I'm 55, and taking the course together turned into a great father-son experience that I think we'll both remember for a long time. More importantly, we both walked away feeling more confident, competent, and safety-conscious. Gil has a teaching style that I think he was simply born for. Some people naturally know how to put others at ease, and Gil is one of those people. He was patient, thorough, approachable, and never made us feel uncomfortable asking questions. He took something that had always felt a little intimidating to me and made me want to learn more. He covered the material thoroughly while keeping everything understandable and practical. By the end of the course, I felt a sense of accomplishment that I had never gotten from simply going to the range. If you're new to firearms, intimidated by them, or just want to become safer and more confident, I would highly recommend Gil Vargas and GVFTA. We will absolutely be continuing our training with him.

Gil and his team provided an outstanding firearms training experience from start to finish. The…read moreinstruction was patient, professional, and tailored to meet my needs and skill level. There was never any pressure or intimidation--just clear, thoughtful guidance designed to build confidence and competence. Safety was always the first priority, and every aspect of the training was explained in a practical and easy-to-understand way. I especially appreciated the real-world guidance and useful advice that went beyond simply learning the fundamentals. The instructors took the time to answer questions, explain the "why" behind what they were teaching, and make sure each concept was understood before moving forward. Whether you are a complete beginner or have prior experience, I would highly recommend this training.

I'm a retired Marine and met these guys three years ago at one of the ARC tournaments. I did not do…read morewell but with their encouragement and subsequent classes I've improved to the point where I took 2017 and 2018 Iron sights division of the NRA ARC tournaments. Since then I've challenged myself and took additional classes from them. Great guys, super informative and always looking for student input to improve and grow. Always safe and not over bearing. I'll continue to take classes from the and look forward to seeing them again.

I've now taken two classes with Forward Assist Training, the Basic Pistol and Advanced Carbine…read morecourse. Ken and his instructors were very knowledgeable and provided an excellent class covering foundational and advanced shooting techniques. They emphasized safety throughout the class and by the completion of the class we had already signed up for the next event. The Forward Assist team is fantastic and they have some of the best courses for new and seasoned shooters in SoCal.

I learned a lot about self-defense from Andrew. He explains concepts very well, and he is an expert…read morein teaching situational awareness. The class was paced well, and I highly recommend him to women who want to brush up on or learn self defense techniques.

Andrew is a terrific instructor of firearms training! He points out minor adjustments you can make…read moreto improve your aim and make you feel more at ease. Small changes in positioning and breathing make a world of difference and I'm glad I took a course with him to set myself up for better training moving forward.

Professional, friendly & KNOWLEDGEABLE!!! They have a great staff. If you ever dreamt of being Liam…read moreNeeson's character, this is the place to acquire those certain set of skills.

DONT MISS OUT ON THIS!!! Being a woman with everything going on, I felt extremely unsafe in my own…read morehome. And even worse when I took my kids out in public. This three day course was recommended to me by my brother who has partnered with draken in the past. I trust his judgment completely, so I took the course! it was worth every penny!!! I learned how to treat different types of injuries, safely clear my home of intruders, shoot, defend myself and sooooo much more. I feel confident now and a whole lot safer. Thanks so much to Jeremy, Vince, Tyler, Torres and the crew for being so patient and informative! I can't wait to take the next class and continue learning !

Great experience training with Dave. They have multiple different options for self-defense and put…read morethe time and effort with each individual even in group settings, using proper tools and safety equipment throughout. Highly recommended.

Great experience, easy to learn and follow along. Dave keeps it simple and valuable. Range session…read morewas fun and highly effective. recommend

I took their "combat" (i.e. home defense) shotgun class yesterday. It was an awesome and grueling…read moreexperience. They really put us through the paces and I learned a lot of stuff I didn't know, even though I have been shooting for many years. Their classes aren't for lighweights.

As a self defense instructor, I'm constantly looking for new training for myself and my students…read more I've now taken two pistol training courses with the SERT Group and I can't recommend them enough. So much so that not only do I recommend them to my students, but I've even had my wife trained by these guys. One of the things I love the most is the amazing group of instructors. All of their firearms instructors have either a Military or Law Enforcement background (some come from both), and their level of professionalism shows. Most of their firearms training is geared towards Military or Law Enforcement, but they have recently added several Civilian pistol and shotgun courses. We're all only as good as our training. If you're going to own a firearm for home protection or even just target practice, get trained! The SERT Group is extremely affordable and the level of training is second to none!

A wonderful experience! It was my first time attending a pistol training and the basics were…read morecovered very well. I would definitely recommend this course. The instruction was clear and well paced. Looking forward to learning more!

I had been contemplating purchasing a firearm for a few years, however I always seemed to convince…read moremyself not to do so, particularly because I was afraid of having a gun in my home. As it turns out, a thorough understanding of firearms safety and proper firearms training changed all of that for me, and that's where Applied Fundamentals Consulting comes in. Julian is as professional as they come, and will cater to your level of expertise, from novice to expert. With over two decades of law enforcement experience under his belt, Julian has had extensive training himself, and his ability to patiently and effectively convey his knowledge and expertise to his clients is absolutely apparent. Aside from the hands-on training that you'll receive from Julian, he makes it a very important point to also teach you about firearms safety. Muzzle awareness, being aware of your surroundings, finger off the trigger until you're ready to shoot, and much more. On top of this, his philosophy that if you're going to learn to make holes, you should learn to plug them as well, shows how adamant he is about ensuring that his hands-on training and safety go hand in hand. Additionally, Julian has also consulted me in terms of the various options that are available to me as a firearms consumer. From handguns, to ammunition, gun belts, holsters, weapon mounted flashlights and optics, safety gear and emergency/medical equipment, expect to be FULLY educated by Julian when it comes to firearms. Needless to say, Julian's training has given me all the confidence that I need to have a gun in my home, and to safely and confidently use it, if and when necessary. In fact, I am so comfortable with my pistol now that Julian recently consulted me on spec'ing out a rifle to meet my needs and even acquired the parts and accessories that I needed for this build. I have no doubt that with Julian's training, I will become as confident with my rifle as I've become with my pistol. If you're looking for a true professional to guide you, and more importantly, provide you with the training and knowledge necessary to become a law abiding gun owner, reach out to Julian with Applied Fundamentals Consulting. I assure you, you will not be disappointed!