Absolute home run! My wife, son and I took the Beginner Handgun course and all of us loved it…read more I've had many private and group pistol lessons before, but my shooting improved more in this one class than in all my other lessons combined. Meanwhile my wife who hates shooting, reluctantly went along and now she's hooked! Danny and Noah are not only super knowledgeable, they teach in a very accessible, practical way-- by the end of the class all three of us were hollowing out the bullseye and psyched to move onto the next level class! Highly recommended for anyone who been shooting for years or going out for their first time.

I didn't know much about the company, I found them in a list from LAPD. I was BLOWN away by Josh…read more he was friendly, knowledgeable and truly cares. He even went above and beyond and did drills with us and even gave us his cell if we have any questions or needs in the future. he even made it a point to say we can call him in the future free of charge for questions and advice. truly the best and I was very very happy

I did a private lesson and also the 16 hour ccw course with Resounding Arms. Josh teaches not just…read moreabout firearms, shooting, and ccw regulations, but everything that goes with owning, using and just generally being around firearms- all the risks and circumstances you might not have thought of, as well as the responsibilities and principles that should guide you. In our class he was constantly peppered with questions, which he welcomed and answered thoroughly and thoughtfully. I also want to note that as a petite woman who was by myself I was able to feel comfortable and welcomed which I honestly wasn't sure would be possible in what is traditionally a conservative male space. I am so grateful to have found Resounding Arms and will be doing more training in the future! And, of course, I have to mention that the Range LA is wonderful!

Looking for firearms instruction in Los Angeles? Look no further Larry is an absolute expert and a…read moregreat teacher. We met up with him at Angeles shooting range and he gave my family a very generous 2 hour private lesson. All levels of gun experience were represented so he went through basics, got us all speaking the same language regarding gun safety and then taught us to shoot our guns his way. Wow! It was like magic. In one lesson we were hitting the center consistently. It was really impressive the way he broke it down to the simplest mechanics and was able to get such great results with each of us regardless of our experience level. Aside from being a consummate professional regarding guns and training he also was a helluva nice guy. Plus he had a perfect voice for firearms instruction. I know it's weird but on a gun range it's loud and people are wearing earplugs. A clear authoritative voice that cuts through the clamor to keep me focused is an asset I appreciated. I will definitely be taking some of his group classes in the future and recommend On The Level Firearms Instruction enthusiastically to you :)

I actually took Rifle Instruction from the Owner/Operator/Instructor LARRY back in the begining…read moreJune for a hunting trip I took at the end of June. He does his instruction out of Angeles Shooting Range which is amazing. Larry taught me how to use a new hunting rifle and scope that I have never used that I impulsed bought in the excitement of my first hunting trip. Although I have experience in sidearms and shotguns I have never fired or operated a nice hunting rifle and scope. As I was on a timeline I asked Larry if I could get some private instruction. He offers it and boy was I glad. He not only taught me how to use my hunting rifle but also how to properly zero in my scope and also checked its mounting. the rifle I bought was a .308 caliber so he brought his .22LR rifle so he could properly instruct me on how to operate my new firearm. I will never forget what he said, "If I learn to shoot properly and with the basics using the .22LR I can apply this to the larger caliber rifles and it will work!" Oh Boy was he right. He took the time and patience to teach me how to breathe, properly pull the trigger, check meld EVERYTHING! Even some things like websites regarding ammunition velocity etc that were way over my head for a beginner. Needless to say I was very happy with his instruction and I went on my hunting trip. I employed everything Larry taught me and I was able to hunt my first Deer. I will never forget the experience as it was perfect and it was made perfect because of Larry's instruction. I took one shot and it was a perfect kill shot. The shot was so good the Hunting guide was so impressed that a city slicker did so well at such a distance. I thought he was kidding but when other more experienced hunters came back and they had missed their shots with their fancy guns I knew my guide was not kidding! And I also knew that what Larry had taught me in two hours of private instruction will stay with me for the rest of my life. If fact much of what he taught me I pass on to my friends which Larry told me is what makes this instruction invaluable. I even went out and purchased my own Remington .22LR takedown to practice as much as I can the things he taught me I cannot wait to take his other classes and have more private instruction from him. My instruction and hunting trip was back in June and I am just writing this now because I find it very important to let him know and everyone that wants to know how good this guy and his firm is. now that I have written it I can sleep better at night!! THANK YOU LARRY!!! THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU!! Larry is the Man and On the Level Firearms Training is LEGIT!!!

Thanks to GBS and Aaron K., my instructor, I have been able to reach successfully many goals. Aaron…read moreis a well of knowledge and patience, is a fantastic mentor and has a successful way to teach (by demonstrating and then helping student to manipulate properly). I was a total novice, but I never felt inadequate thanks to his encouraging and professional way of teaching. I cannot recommend enough his classes. I had many fantastic classes and look forward to many more.

Wowww!! All I hear when I tell people I'm getting my CCW in LA county is people telling me how…read morehard, complicated and expensive it is. Well, they haven't been to UDT and met Aaron! The club makes sure you know all the steps you'll need to take, and Aaron takes a fully hands on approach of walking you through every step until you are comfortable, confident and accurate! Do you want him to stand back and let you fly? He can do that. Do you want him to stand over your shoulder and walk you through every step, no problem. It was SO FUN! I can't even convey how jumpy I was when I first went shooting compared to how ready I was after my qualification. HIGHEST of recommendations.

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.

Glenn is exceptional instructor. He is very informative and kept the class interesting with…read moreinteracting with the students. I'll be going there next time. I have to renew my CCW..

I loved the training! I completed the Initial CCW Course and it was very personable, effective, &…read moreinformative. You can tell that Glenn loves what he does and loves helping people! I'll be back for my renewal as well Thank you Glenn!

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 took a Basic Pistol Class with Roy. It was a four-hour class that included hands-on indoor…read moreshooting range training. Roy is extremely knowledgeable and had two other assistants, Victoria and another gentleman, present. They were extremely knowledgeable, patient, and helpful. The class taught about safety, firearm and bullet mechanics, and how the firearm's shape affects its dynamics, its firing, and its feel. Roy provided us with dummy firearms to handle while we learned about them before holding an actual weapon. We were walked through each step carefully and efficiently until I felt like I could hold an actual weapon and use it. We learned how to clean firearms, hold them properly, aim properly, and more. I feel much more confident about firearms, and I plan to take more classes.