Arizona Defensive Firearms Training is owned and run by a quality owner. I had an issue, but he…read moregot involved and made everything right. We all know things do not always go the way they are supposed to and that is just how life is. What is most important is when there is an issue that the issue is acknowledged and resolved quickly. Arizona Defensive Firearms Training is a company that does just that. If you are looking to get the requisite training certficiation for a CCW permit which is what I was in need of, then I encourage you to go to Arizona Defensive Firearms Training. The ownership is top notch, strives to provide a quality product (service) and has years of experience with firearms, therefore is well set up to provide you the certification you are seeking. I highly recommend Arizona Defensive Firearms Training.

Great class. I got a speeding ticket and took the course. Very well presented and I learned alotread more

Hubs needed a refresher course to reapply for his CCW, and I figured what they hey -- I may as well…read moretag along and get mine again, too. My brother previously had attended this course and highly recommended Arizona Home Defense and Virgil. I called and spoke with the instructor, Virgil, who was able to get hubs and I booked into class the very next evening. yay! We showed up and Virgil had everyone's paperwork set up, so we could start filling everything out for the background check and fingerprints before class, which was awesome so we wouldn't have to sit there after the course to get everything done. The course itself was great -- short, sweet, to the point. Virgil gave us the information quickly and thoroughly covered required materials. He has a lot of experience/knowledge in guns overall and has a great sense of humor, however, if you offend easily, wear earmuffs or quietly bleep all the f-bombs in your head while he talks. I, personally, thought he was hilarious and the f-bombs didn't bother me (military guys use it 17 times in a sentence with 25 words, haha). After the course we got our fingerprints taken and were on our way, completed paperwork in hand (YOU have to mail the paperwork in for the CCW card but all instructions are included with your packet). I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to take a CCW class... you'll thank me later that you didn't spend an excruciating whole day training on material that Virgil can deliver to you in one evening.

My son gave me a gift certificate for a carbine class almost a year ago. It cost over $400. I have…read moreemailed and called several times over many months with no response to schedule the class. DO NOT give them your money in the form of a gift certificate. If they ever respond to my messages and schedule the class, I will update my rating, but there is clearly a lack of customer service in a big way.

For context, I have never attended any formal firearm training before taking the CCW class offered…read moreby Mental Marksmanship. I was in the Scouts, shot a few rounds with my brother before, and my father owned a gun. However, that being said, I imagine that even those with extensive experience will end up taking away something valuable from these two brilliant instructors, making the price for this course well worth what you pay. For additional context, I purchased a discounted voucher via Groupon, but I was so happy with the experience that I am looking for additional courses by these instructors and would be happy to pay the full list price (which is already competitive with other course prices) This course was about so much more than just gun safety, the laws, and how to concealed carry. While we did get into proper gun handling safety and techniques, the overarching theme was the Mental aspect. At first I thought the name Mental Marksmanship was targeted for people "Crazy" about guns. This assumption, was far from the case. What I found was that the instructors were raising really thought provoking questions. I went home really thinking about the impacts of carrying a gun. They really hit home on not just the legal ramifications of owning a gun, but several other areas which I will leave for them to share with you. Additionally, the primary instructor is incredibly qualified to be teaching- I can't remember all the details, but I do remember he served in high up leadership roles for law enforcement for many many years. He's seen it all, and I immediately felt comfortable and respected what he had to share. His assistant was also wonderful, qualified, and really emphasized the "Mental" aspect of this course. The two really complimented each other. Lastly, I had no expectations of this course, content wise. It was close by and had great reviews for a great prices. I was just looking to get a CCW, but ended up taking home so much more. Attending with an open mind will grant you an incredible experience.

Jack and Lena were super! I learned so, so much. I could tell that they love what they do and…read morecare about teaching people as well as keeping them safe. The class was informative, interactive, and fun! I've been wanting to do this for a long time and finally got up the courage. I was comfortable from the get go. All questions are good questions and explored thoroughly. If you want more training or your CCW ... sign up! They were great!

Recently stopped in at refiners firearms after being recommended to them by someone else in the…read morefirearms industry. I was looking to buy either a 365 or a hellcat and could not find either in almost any gunstore in the great phoenix area. Not only did Jonathan at refiners have both, he had several models of both to choose from. Jonathan, a firearms instructor, spent the better part of an hour with me helping me decide which gun would fit me best without being pushy or assertive. I learned a few things buying this gun from him and had a good time doing it, and intend on coming back for his firearms training classes in the future.

Train with Jon! I used Jon for a few FFL transactions and he…read morewas very helpful. He had mentioned at that time he did training as well, and after looking into both group lessons and individual training, I decided that for something so important, an individual one-on-one training was going to be best. I can say with certainly the extra cost and time training with Jon was totally worth it. He took care of the reservations at a private range, and started from scratch to intro me to handgun shooting. I left feeling significantly more confident, knowing i wasn't going to pick up bad habits, and was able to put down nice groups downrange by the end of the training. The training was so good in fact, that I plan to take another training for rifle marksmanship.

Took Pistol I and II with Rob about a year ago and was genuinely impressed with the knowledge and…read moreteaching/logic techniques Rob used to not only make me a much better shooter, but understand defensive tactics and the logic behind it. Taking Carbine I and II over the weekend was no different. The classes made me a much better shooter with a deep understanding on several different topics in a manner that agrees with logic. I am more comfortable with my AR than I've ever been. All my questions were answered in depth and I will definitely be taking more classes with Rob in the future.

Rob is extremely knowledgeable in his field. I appreciated his excellent training skills. Will…read moredefinitely go back for more training!

I saw an advertisement to learn more about your AR and zero it in. Not knowing what to expect, I…read moredecided to take my new AR up to Ben Avery and see what it was all about. I enjoyed that day so much, I signed up for Rock Mountain Defense CCW class. Then I had fun trying to do the Navy Seal Rifle qualification course. It will make you appreciate the skill level of our talented military, police officers and first responders. They also offered a free AR cleaning class at Sportsmans Warehouse. I care a lot about a persons background and history when I am paying for a class. Jon, being a retired Phoenix Police Officer, has practical insight​ on defense with a rifle. He is an NRA instructor as well. I felt very comfortable learning from both him and his wife. I encourage new shooters to take their courses. You won't be disappointed.

From the owner: We specialize in quality relevant training with the AR-15 platform rifle and pistol. From novice…read moreto advanced, you will experience total defensive satisfaction by expanding your capabilities. We also offer CCW and private lessons

Tom Tunget is a firearms training MASTER!…read more Before attending my first class, I had never even held a gun. To say i was nervous was an understatement! Tom immediately put me at ease. He is patient. empathetic, and his clear respect for proper gun usage put me in the proper frame of mind for what i was experiencing. By the end of our class, I felt an elation and sense of accomplishment that is hard to articulate with words. I can't recommend Tom or CERTIFIED FIREARMS more! Diana H.

Great training. Tom is very knowledgeable, professional and makes the courses fun. I highly…read morerecommend!

My husband took the Carbine 1 class on Friday Sept.16 2022…read more He's been shooting for around 30 years and this was his first training course! He said he was nervous when he first showed up, not knowing what to expect . After meeting the other attendees (Both had already taken this class with Oz,but wanted to refresh their skills) he said he felt at ease. Oz, the instructor, was great. He offered my husband some items that he didn't have in case he needed them. After zeroing the firearms, they practiced malfunctions and did some simple drills. Oz is a great communicator and led the class at the perfect pace to absorb the material. His take away from the experience is now he feels he has the tools to practice and become more efficient at handling my rifle. He highly recommends taking a class from Oz. When we are back in the winter, he will definitely be taking more courses from him! Karin was awesome as well! Thank you Oz and Karin! Joel was super happy when he got home and told me all about it!

Before our class I had never fired a weapon. Needless to say I was a little worried but both Oz and…read moreKarin were so reassuring and took things slow and were very deliberate and clear in their instructions. Several in the group had weapons and the rest of us did not but the instructors brought several types and sizes of guns for us to try. If we decide to continue and want our own guns Karin said she would go with us to find the best gun to fit our hand, our strength and our needs. We are all looking forward to our next class! Karen H

4Peaks Tactical delivered flawless work on my competition CZ TS2…read more They installed a 2 lbs trigger with precision. The break is crisp, predictable, and consistently light. Reset is short and instant. Cerakote bronze finish is even, matte, and professionally masked. No overspray, no runs, no uneven edges. Fit and function were tested before return. The gun cycles cleanly and groups tightened immediately.

Great place, with great knowledge, and great customer service. Kent and Ted do not hesitate to…read morehelp in any way they can, and have always provided a great buying experience. The shop dog Thor is also happy to talk Milkbones!

Clean, manned well, well maintained, nicely set up and reasonably priced. The layout is excellent…read morewhether shooting handguns or rifles. The staff inside upon arrival are welcoming and pleasant to deal with. I do, however, agree with the comments about the range masters. I believe them to be knowledgeable and focused on safety, but they do not have any formal CX training. This was my first visit and I plan on returning to use this facility again.

Great shooting range with a safe, professional atmosphere. The lanes were clean, the equipment was…read morewell maintained, and the staff was helpful and focused on safety. Whether you're experienced or just getting started, it's a great place to practice and spend some time at the range. Definitely a 5-star experience!