As a new gun owner (I recently purchased my first handgun for home defense), I want to make sure…read moreI'm as responsible and skilled as possible in the case I need to step up to protect the people I love. I did a few days' worth of research on classes and instructors in my area and eventually decided Veterans Training Group was the best around. They offer an ample selection of classes for new gun owners like me and more advanced shooters. I enrolled in their NRA Basic Pistol course on a date that best fit my schedule. I was able to hop onto a Zoom meeting with Steven Hung shortly after I got off work and he took the time to get to know what I was looking to get from the course, what made me decide to become a gun owner, and he tailored the content to emphasize certain things that were relevant to my situation. Steven answered all the questions I had going in and all the new questions I had as we covered the materials. At the end our call, we agreed to meet at the La Puente Firing Range for the live fire portion of the course. I got the opportunity to apply the concepts from the course with my own gun. I'd been to a firing range 3 times before without any training or guidance beyond random YouTube videos I'd found and just "doing what felt right." Up until then, my untrained results had been "OK" but nothing special. This time, with Steven's instruction, guidance, and tips, I saw my accuracy improve DRAMATICALLY in just a few magazines' worth of shots and started understanding the fundamentals of shooting. I walked away from that live fire session ready to hit the range again ASAP to practice and hone the skills Steven taught me that evening. I look forward sharpening my skills as a new shooter and highly recommend Veterans Training Group to anyone who wants to develop their shooting skills. I already have my eye on their Intermediate, Advanced, and Home Defense pistol courses. If/when I decide to get a rifle, too, you bet I'll be looking at their rifle courses as well!

Went to a Group Training with family under the training supervision of Steven (owner) and Eric…read more(fellow instructor). Upon meeting them they were welcoming, patient, and made sure they made you feel comfortable during the experience. You can tell that they are dedicated to our success of training the basic foundations and practicality of handling firearms. Their professionalism also naturally creates a space for any questions or concerns that may arise. Overall they made/utilized the training experience to teach safety and protection fun as well as a team effort. They were good to us, and I'm confident that you'll be in capable and safe hands.

Staff are friendly and the place is very easy to find. Absolutely going back there more often.read more

Great place to shoot! Looking for a nearby range and came across this spot. Reasonable pricing on…read morelanes and targets. Bring your own ammo to save money. Shot over 300 rounds in about an hour and forty minutes. Definitely be back again.

Had to leave a review for this shooting school and my instructor! The coach was super thorough and…read morepatient--explained every step clearly, and you could really tell he knew his stuff. The best part was how he helped me connect with the firearm almost instantly, which took away a lot of the nervousness. I only took one lesson, but the progress was real. Went from knowing nothing to handling the basics with way more confidence. Highly recommend for beginners!

Great service with great experience, very friendly to Amateur, Duke is very patient and…read moreprofessional.

I lost my cousin due to gun violence, so at very young age Guns had left a very negative…read moreimpression on me. In my adulthood, I respected them; but wasn't quite sure I ever wanted to touch one. Sadly, the reality is the world we live in now is a dog eat dog world. - I want to be able to protect myself sufficiently and confidently. Showing up to Gun class in the middle of no where with no prior gun experience with no cell service and alone, sounds like the perfect Saturday! Hahaha - And it was. Thankfully Darren and his two guys, were fabulous instructors! Good energy and lots of knowledge, not to mention super helpful and will lend a helping hand gladly to help build your confidence holding a gun... loading your gun or magazine. These guys give good instruction, than it's up to you to practice them right, inevitably; because Perfect practice makes for PERFECT. Thanks so much gentlemen, I will be returning to sharpen the skills I was shown today and break in my SIG P220 and Smith & Wesson Shield.

I took my first firearm training class with Darren at 5 Arrows.. ....prior to this I've had zero…read moreexperience with firearms....I am so pleased with the way Darren taught me everything from the safe handling and cleaning to actually firing a pistol accurately. I highly endorse 5 Arrows Tactical for your firearm training needs.

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!

I would highly recommend this shop! The owners are very friendly and knowledgeable. We truly…read moreappreciate all your help and guidance.

Came to Arcadia Firearm as suggested by the WCPD to complete my CCW renewal. The Sifu, David is one…read moreBadass that has passion and knowledge in this field. He brushed up on my shooting patterns and configurations and answered all of my questions and concerns. I am very blessed to have such great mentorship. Many Thanks again in correcting my shooting!

I was interested in learning proper firearms etiquette, and had an opportunity to do so at Evan's…read moreGun World. I attended their intro to handguns class, covering the basics of safety and proper form, and getting in some introductory shooting experience. John, our instructor, was very engaging and great at commanding attention when needed and building up the class's confidence. Afterward, I took them up on their 'newbie' offer of free range time and rental after class. Kevin signed me up for a lane, let me rent a couple of handgun models I researched previously, and critiqued my targets, giving some general feedback and advice. He also pointed me toward a couple other models that are known to be more friendly to left-handed shooters that I can test out in the future. Great place; a little on the older and smaller sides, but staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. I get the feeling that as I 'shop around' for my go-to range there's a strong chance I will gravitate back here, since these guys are passionate about what they do, and seem to want to inspire that passion in others. Definitely will make it a point to stop by again.

I've wanted to hit Evans Gun World for a while after hearing good things from friends, so a buddy…read moreand I finally dropped in on a Saturday afternoon. As expected for a weekend, there was a wait, but since we were off for the day, we didn't mind hanging out on the folding chairs in the retail section for 30 minutes. The staff is awesome--super friendly and easy to talk to--and the check-in was painless. While waiting, I noticed their optics prices are actually lower than most other shops in OC. I'll definitely be back when I'm ready to pick up another Holosun. The only real downside is their range rule: you have to reload your magazines at the shooting stall, not the back table. Because the space is tight, I couldn't reload while my friend was shooting. We ended up spending half our time just loading mags, which really cut into our actual trigger time. It's a solid spot and less expensive than other local ranges, so I'd come back alone, but I'll probably skip the "buddy trips" here since the reload rule makes it hard for two people to get their money's worth.

Excellent service, strong knowledge of firearms, competitive pricing. Thanks for being a part of…read morethe local community! My FFL of choice

Tucked above iHop is an extensive gun shop that is popular…read more Every time I would call, they would pick up the phone quickly and answer any questions I had. I ordered a lower through them and maglock. They were able to give me a good price since I was getting both. Quick paperwork, and I was out When it was time to pick up the lower, the wait was insane. I spent about 1.5h waiting for a simple pickup. Not sure why they staff 2 workers on the day before a holiday. When I got my stuff I did notice I only recieve a portion of the maglock kit and luckily I caught it before I left. Overally knowledgeable guys. Service is good if its not a crazy long wait. Get there early if you want to be first in line. Plenty of parking. Can be a long wait. Fair prices.

I attended the Women's Seminar and found it to be an incredibly informed, hands on, and beneficial…read moreseminar! Our instructor provided great information and techniques for both self/home defense and allowed us to put them into practice within our seminar. I would highly recommend this seminar and am grateful to our instructor, Bryan, for putting in the time and dedication to helping equip us with this information and these practices! 5/5 stars!

I went to the Women's Seminar and I would absolutely recommend this to all women! In today's world,…read moreit's so important to be aware and ready to protect yourself. This training class definitely helped me feel more prepared in my everyday routine-- from the presentation, to handling a pistol, to practicing the jujitsu moves! Bryan, the instructor, has such a passion for this and did an excellent job teaching us.

I went for my guard card and the instructor gave a very good class explaining penal codes. Active…read moreshooter, Guard responsibilities. He gave the mandatory test. Completion certificates and where to go for the live scan. Also provided mailing envelope fully addressed. I highly recommend if you want a guard card, definitely go here.

The instructor Tony is very knowledgeable and professional. He knows the security industry very…read morewell. He is an excellent instructor and very thorough. I recommend Westpoint for firearms classes and power to arrest.