Brandi is an amazing instructor, period! My best friend and I experienced our first beginner's lesson handling firearms as an alternative to our usual girl's trip to the spa. While the location is a drive through windy roads and limited cell service to get to training location in Hemet, it was worth the time to learn a skill rather than the previous experiences we had with our spouses just shooting. When my best friend told me she had seen ads on Facebook promoting a woman-owned gun store, I immediately adjusted our plans and contacted the owner, Brandi, who accommodated us with a private lesson on a day not listed on the online schedule. Brandi was super responsive and paying the invoice sent to my email was seamless. After the lesson was over, we couldn't stop talking in the car drive back about how relaxed and more confident we felt with a pistol. The proper technique behind breathing was a game changer, as well as practicing the difference between the wall and trigger. We felt we weren't rushed or in competition with one another and the time given to us to demonstrate understanding before moving onto the next task was so valuable since we were beginners. The prices for different types of lessons, including try before you buy, are very reasonable. And another great part about the whole experience is that Brandi herself is kind, knowledgeable, patient, and overall approachable. Check out her YouTube and IG videos, the website is easy to navigate as well. read more

Fortune Firearms - Beginner's lesson - Firearm Training Near Me - Hemet, California

A++++ Review I can't say enough about my experience with Brandi and Fortune Firearms. Hands down the BEST firearms training I've ever had! From start to finish, the professionalism, safety, and expertise were unmatched. Brietta Brandi has an incredible ability to break down complex techniques into easy-to-understand steps, making it comfortable for beginners while still challenging experienced shooters to improve. Their focus on safety is second to none, and they maintain a calm, encouraging environment that builds both skill and confidence. The range itself is well-organized and equipped with everything you could possibly need. Staff members are knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about what they do. Every detail--from check-in to the final shots--was handled with care and efficiency. I left feeling more skilled, more confident, and truly respected as a student. If you want a top-tier training experience with someone who genuinely cares about your success, look no further than Brandi at Fortune Firearms. Absolutely A++++ and HIGHLY recommended! One of the things that makes Brandi even more remarkable is that she is a Black female firearms instructor--something you rarely see in this industry. She's not only breaking barriers, but setting the bar incredibly high for professionalism, expertise, and mentorship. Her presence in this space is inspiring, and she's a powerful example for anyone who believes representation matters. She proves that skill, knowledge, and leadership know no bounds. read more

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Brandi and her team are extremely knowledgeable and patient. I've never been comfortable around a firearm. I've been to a couple of shooting ranges but this was on another level. Brandi and her team, showed us how to use a firearm and she took it step-by-step. This was the first time I've actually learned how to properly hold and shoot a gun. I highly recommend giving Fortune Firearms a try. read more

Fortune Firearms - Firearm Training Near Me - Hemet, California

I've been to other indoor/outdoor ranges, took an intro level course with a different group (it was okay, nothing special), but I knew I needed additional help with handling my guns. My grip was frustrating me and I just couldn't get past that to figure out what my issues were. Thankfully Fortune Firearms appeared in my Instagram feed awhile back when I was searching for local ranges & training. I was going to do a group session but I knew me, and being around others would only compound my frustrations, so I signed up for private training. Brandi was amazing! She was welcoming and friendly from the start but also straight to the point. I've been struggling for months trying to figure out my P365 and she helped me get over the things holding me back. I've already been to a range since and the things she worked on with me in that one hour made such a difference. I will definitely return for additional training within a year, but also plan on doing my CCW renewal through Fortune Firearms. Take an intro class or private training, either way, you will not regret it! read more

I wish I could give this place a million and 10 stars. I found this page via Instagram sometime last year. I had my best friends birthday coming up so I decided to book both of us a class with Brandi, my friend had never shot a firearm before and at the end of the day I wanted her to feel prepared if she ever had to defend herself. The class was absolutely amazing, the instructor Brandi passed all the vibes check! She was a very direct and engaging instructor, made you feel comfortable, but most of all walking out of the that class she helped you be prepared should the unthinkable happen. At the end of the class you have an opportunity to get your license to own a firearm and all of her pricing is extremely competitive. A few months later I booked a training class for my wife and she loved it! I purchased my first firearm from her, I gave her my max budget, she probably could have upsold me to get to my max budget as close as possible but she didn't, she sold me a solid beginner firearm, a few hundred dollars below my budget, that right there shows she's an honest businesswoman, and for that, she has my business for life among other reasons! I'll be back to get my CCW permit through her, thanks to her I'm so much more confident in knowing I can protect my family if it ever came down to it. I drive all the way from Long Beach and it is 100% worth the drive. What she provides back to the community and the people is truly priceless. The icing on the cake is she is funny as hell so she makes learning fun! Run to this business, soak up all the classes and the other MVPS of this business is her dogs that she has all around her property . read more

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Fortune Firearms is everything a responsible firearms business should be--and more. Brandi delivers outstanding customer service and truly goes above and beyond to make sure you feel confident, informed, and safe. Her expertise in firearms, industry knowledge, and real-world shooting experience is top-tier. Whether you're brand new or experienced, she will meet you where you are and guide you with patience and professionalism. What really stood out to me is the family-friendly and inclusive environment. Fortune Firearms makes it clear that everyone is welcome, and they actively create a space that's fun, educational, and respectful for all backgrounds. It's rare to find a place that balances community, safety, and skill-building so well. If you're looking to train, ask questions, or just connect with solid people in the firearms world--this is the place. read more

Fortune Firearms - Firearm Training Near Me - Hemet, California

Not looking for a spa experience, just some professionalism. Given the current political climate, my friends and I decided to refresh our gun safety knowledge before purchasing firearms for personal protection. As women of color have experience on the range but ready to purchase, we were genuinely excited--relieved, even--to find a Black woman-owned business in the Temecula area. It was an hour-long drive, but we were more than willing to go out of our way to support a business we hoped would also support us. That optimism turned out to be a mistake. We arrived on time and were directed into a trailer by a polite gentleman--the only pleasant interaction of the entire experience. Inside were two women, one clearly in charge. No introductions were offered, no names given, no attempt at professionalism or basic courtesy. The "classroom" was a cramped mobile office with folding tables, folding chairs, and a sales counter. Before we could even process the setup, the woman in charge barked, "Sit down and take your test. No chatting." No hello. No welcome. No acknowledgment that we'd driven an hour. No explanation of the class, no introduction of herself as the instructor--nothing. Just orders. The hostility was immediate and palpable. She then planted herself in the middle of the already tiny trailer in a massive camping chair and refused to move as we awkwardly squeezed past her--until one of my friends had to explicitly ask her to scoot. The entire time, she radiated irritation, snapping and muttering about a missing email she "would find," clearly more invested in her own frustration than in the people who had paid her to teach them. It was bizarre, unprofessional, and deeply uncomfortable. As for the "instruction," we were told to watch two videos so she wouldn't have to spend as much time going over the material later. Let that sink in. We paid for a 180-minute class, and her solution was to offload teaching onto prerecorded videos. By the time we quietly excused ourselves and left--unannounced, because engagement was nonexistent--50 minutes had passed with ZERO hands-on training and absolutely no value delivered. We were really expecting more of a hands on experience in a welcoming and professional setting. I wanted so badly to recommend this place. I wanted to find a safe, welcoming space for firearms education and future purchases. Instead, we were treated with contempt, dismissed, and shortchanged. This was not just disappointing--it was a complete failure. read more

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Fortune Firearms - #1 RANGE THIS WAY WEST... STAYING READY AIN'T GOTTA BE READY - Firearm Training Near Me - Hemet, California

It really pains me to leave this review especially after seeing so many others write experiences that vastly differ from my own. My friends and I drove more than an hour from San Diego specifically to visit this location due to it being black owned. Perhaps the owner was having an off day but we were not even greeted by her. She never made introductions. I only know her name because it's on the license I received. The first thing she had us do was take the test. In my experience, you usually take a test after you receive some type of instruction right? She was preoccupied on her laptop the entire time we were there. When she did address us, she never even looked up from her laptop. She just directed us to the other young lady that was in the office. She totally lacked professionalism and it was extremely disappointing. It's hard to make a second first impression. I really wanted to give her the benefit of the doubt, but the more time spent in her space, the more my friends and I just didn't like her vibe. She responded to one of my friend's review and said that one of us was hesitant to shoot. Not only was that a flat out lie, if she did sense that one of us did not want to shoot, why not, as the professional, ask us why we were possibly hesitant or reluctant and then educate us on ways to possibly get over that apprehension? We all came there with the intention to learn how to safely handle a firearm and to purchase a firearm. We did not go into this situation with any sort of apprehension. We did our research, we chose the place we wanted to go, we booked and paid way in advance. Her behavior made us no longer interested in learning from her. So yes, we did leave and we did not tell her we were leaving because we had not been in conversation with her anyway. It had nothing to do with one of us being apprehensive but strictly based off our interaction with her read more

Brandi is a true professional. She helped me with changing my grip and stance to be safer and more accurate.I like the layout of the range

I highly recommended Fortune Firearms. Brandi and her team are awesome and they informative.

Brandi and everyone at Fortune Firearms made me (having never handled or fired a gun) feel welcome, answered all of my questions, and ensured I learned how to handle and fire a handgun safely. Highly recommend this spot and Brandi's classes. read more

Brandi and her staff were extremely patient and knowledgeable. Must try the Beginner Class, wonderful introduction to Firearms. read more

Brandi is incredible at what she does - she is immaculate with safety; a gentle but firm guide to get you up and shooting on the range. Her knowledge is deep and wide, and she will help you find the right selection for you when choosing a firearm read more

I've been to a handful of ranges in different areas, and today was THE best shooting experience I've had. It was certainly the most informative lesson I've had in handling, vocabulary, technique, as well as overall gun safety. As it turns out, I'm a better shot than I might've previously given myself credit for! Oh, I have to mention the drive... the road trip was fun getting there, but u better pay attention, or you might miss it. read more

Brandi is professional, knowledgeable and extremely patient when instructing. She makes sure you understand and is happy when you are successful. I completely recommend this business and look forward to my next visit. read more

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Had my first class today. The instructor was patient, organized and thorough. I will be back.

Brandi, is very knowledgeable and extremely helpful specifically for new gun owners. I felt safe while we completed our target practice. If you are looking to purchase a gun and learn safe use of a firearm, look no further than Fortune Firearms! read more

Great beginner class and purchasing experience for a newbie!! The owner was very patient and answered all my questions. Will be returning!

I wanted to refine everything regarding shooting my firearm. I signed up for a one hour - one on one training. Brandy pinpointed right away what needed correction. Great location, very professional and knowledgeable instructor. I highly recommend Fortune Firearms. read more

Top notch service from greeting to departure. I was provided a wealth of knowledge for future endeavors. The service I received has inspired me to obtain the CCW. I've recommended Fortune Firearms to my fellow firearm enthusiasts. read more

A few weeks ago, I took a beginner pistol class. I was a little apprehensive due to not having utilized a gun in training since my military days. Brandi, the owner and one of her instructors were well informed, helpful, professional and able to put me at ease due to their competence. I appreciated the safety aspects of this course, in conjunction with actual shooting. I plan on returning bi-monthly to continue to familiarize myself with gun safety and weapon use, to become more comfortable before purchasing a weapon. I highly recommend this business. read more

I attended a course with friends this past weekend. One of them had only fired a handgun once before so Brandi walked us all through proper safety, range etiquette and procedures. She broke down each one by model/ caliber and made it possible to visualize the internal workings of the firearms including how the safety features work. She is highly skilled, knowledgeable and extremely patient. Brandi stressed the proper handling of firearms and the responsibility of carrying a concealed weapon in-depth making us all feel much more confident in our abilities. I highly recommend Fortune Firearms!! Outstanding service and we had a blast. Thank you, Brandi!! read more

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Brandi is an exceptional gun and safety trainer. She was more than thorough and took her time explaining each gun, how they work and how to properly use it. I gained a lot of new knowledge. read more

Brandi and Spencer were great. Very thorough,patient and helpful in learning gun safety and practice. They are good people and I would recommend them to any one who would like to get education and practice.The price too was of good value and very reasonable. read more

I attended a course with my daughter and Brandi did not disappoint. She broke down the proper safety gun guidelines, range etiquette and procedures. She went over every gun that was on display and discuss model, caliber and discussed what ammunition is needed for each firearm and why. I felt very knowledgeable on the use of gun storages and the care of your guns. Brandi was personable and very knowledgeable. I will continue the rest of my classes with Brandi.........Please come see Brandi ..................You will be so happy you Did.................. read more

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I was fortunate enough to get in a firearm class with fortune firearms. Brandy is an amazing instructor and very Patient. Upon Complete her class I felt very knowledgeable on safety use storage and care of guns. I will highly recommend fortune firearms to anyone who wants to sharpen their skills using firearms. Thank you brandy I'm scheduling more classes soon. Betty Taylor read more

I had my first session at the gun range! It was amazing! Brandi - one of the instructors, was both patient and kind until I felt confident to stand and shoot! I learned about gun safety, loading and unloading, position of standing that gives me the most power when shooting the weapon! I am not a victim - I am a victor - In Jesus Name! You Rock DownRange Divas! read more

The first Black range ran by a woman, I had the pleasure of attending. Very professional and we had a wonderful time. I will be going back to take my family soon. read more

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I've been in the market for a firearm for a while now. I've been very picky with who I wanted to do business with. I settled on Brandi at Fortune Firearms and I'm very happy to have made that decision. Our transaction was completely online and it was seamless. Brandi is extremely knowledgeable and made some great recommendations for accessories. I highly recommend Fortune Firearms. read more

Very professional staff. They all offer great customer service and are very knowledgeable about different calibers and manufacturers. They answered all my questions. They also offer a try before you buy, with their onsite range. They are a full service business from purchase, to storage, safety, and usage of firearms. I greatly recommend them to anyone looking to purchase a firearm or get training. read more

Best gun range experience I've ever had!!! I've been to almost every range in San Diego & Temecula and Fortune Firearms is by far the best for multiple reasons. First reason is Fortune Firearms is owned and operated by a black woman so I immediately felt welcomed & at home, unlike every other gun range & gun dealer in San Diego. Second reason is the private lessons produce immediate results. In one lesson, my wife conquered her fear of guns thanks to Fortune Firearms. I will never go to any other gun range or gun dealer in Southern California. Most importantly, I promise you will have a good time. read more

I absolutely loved this class. So informative, hands on, and Brandi has so much patience. I really felt comfortable during the class and confident after! read more