Great experience with LEO Defense Concepts! I completed their 16 hour CCW course this weekend and…read morelearned a lot. The first day focused on firearm safety, education, and California CCW laws. The second day was hands on training and qualifications. I learned a lot about proper holstering, grip, sight alignment, and overall firearm safety. I go to the range regularly and thought I was a decent shooter, but this course showed me there is still plenty to learn and practice. What I learned about proper grip made me change everything I knew about it. Joe and his team are amazing. Joe brings a ton of law enforcement experience and knowledge, but explains everything in a way that is easy to understand and apply. I came here for my CCW training and qualification, but I'll definitely be back for more classes. Highly recommend LEO Defense Concepts!

I have now taken 2 classes from LDC, the 16 hour CCW course as well as a handgun skill builder…read moreclass. I took my first handgun skill builder course with Josh, Mike and Steven this past weekend. They were all extremely friendly and did an absolutely awesome job instructing the class. The top priority is always safety with LDC and it definitely does not go unnoticed. I truly appreciate the way that they communicated with everyone; information is very streamlined and truly a great transfer of knowledge. I will continue to take classes with LDC and recommend them to all of my friends and family! Everything from start to finish was nothing short of amazing. The 8 hours of classroom time was extremely informative with real world situations which made it relatable and fun. The information was all clearly explained which made it extremely easy to digest. I feel truly thankful for all of the assistance/coaching that I received from the entire LDC team. We had the luxury of working with Joe, Archie, Mike and Roman; they were an absolute class act all around. The time on range was extremely safe and an absolute blast. In my opinion, they truly showed how passionate they were about their craft which pushed me to improve every step of the way. They have an absolute abundance of experience and knowledge, these are the people you need to be training with! Everyone should sign up for classes through LDC a few times a year. I personally am looking forward to improving more by taking their 4 hour skill builder classes. I don't plan on training with anyone else; I have already recommended them to a handful of my friends. Hats off to everyone involved with LEO Defensive Concepts!

I've been following these guys on FB and IG for a while. I have also heard good testimonials from…read moreothers who have taken courses with OpTempo so of course my curious self went through their website to see if there were any classes that worked with my schedule. I took an Intermediate Pistol Course earlier this month with Matt and Ben leading the class -- both were phenomenal instructors. Each instructor had their own philosophy and methodology with handling and tactics. I appreciate that they also brought their "real world" experiences into our group discussions. Since the instructors have LE and Military backgrounds, better perspectives and examples are shared with the class which is an added bonus for those who are learning new concepts or strategies. The course I took was at Field Sports Park on the border of South San Jose and Morgan Hill. We had a private section of the park which worked nicely for our intimate class size of 10. The class started at 9am and ran a little bit past 3pm. We completed drills as a class and did some additional work in smaller group sizes of 1:5. I enjoyed the session so much that I signed up for 1:1 instruction for a new weapon I just purchased. Signing up is easy. Just browse through the course offerings on the website, select and pay for the course you want to take (check for prerequisites), and Adriana (I believe she's the Operations Manager) will respond to you promptly with all the details you need. By the way, Adriana has been an absolute pleasure to work with -- she's responsive and really great with answering questions. Overall, there's a pretty awesome team running this business. I would highly recommend for beginner shooters, skilled shooters, expert shooters, and every skill level in between!

recently attended OpTempo's Pistol Foundations 3 course and was thoroughly impressed. The course…read morebuilt effectively on previous skills, with practical drills that were both challenging and relevant. Our instructor, Ben, was outstanding. His expertise, patience, and ability to adjust training for individual skill levels made the experience exceptional. The supportive and inclusive learning environment he created was invaluable. I highly recommend OpTempo and look forward to more courses. Thank you, Ben, and the entire team!

** Progressive Accuracy Training Group**…read more My experience with Stephen Perrilliat was one of the best educational experiences I've ever had. He was knowledgeable, professional, and made the course both informative and enjoyable. The amount of knowledge I gained was incredible. I thought I was prepared, but I was quickly humbled and grateful to be taught how to do things the right way. There were so many things I was unaware of, and I truly can't imagine training with anyone else. If you're looking for a knowledgeable, professional instructor for private firearms training or a CCW class, do yourself a favor and take Stephen's course. You'll enjoy it, I appreciate the experience, and leave with a much stronger understanding of safe and responsible firearm handling. If I could give more than five stars, I would. Thank you, Stephen and l'll see you again soon. I'll definitely be back in the future.

I just completed the 16-hour initial CCW class with Progressive Accuracy Training Group, LLC, and…read moreit was an excellent experience from start to finish. Stephan is a great instructor--extremely safe, patient, and very detail-oriented. He takes the time to ensure every student understands not just what to do, but why it matters, especially when it comes to firearm safety and proper technique. His teaching style is calm, professional, and confidence-building. The class was well structured, thorough, and conducted with a strong emphasis on safety and accountability. I felt well prepared and informed by the end of the course. I highly recommend Stephan for all of your firearm training needs, whether you are new or experienced. I would absolutely train with him again.

Absolutely YES One of the Best Firearms Trainers in Northern…read moreCalifornia Plus he Drives "Awesome Fast Cars"

I was recently cast in a film that required me to carry a firearm. As an actor, weapons training is…read morea great asset if you want to compete for the plethora of roles that require these skills. I contacted Phil for private coaching to meet my specific needs. I don't need to hit any targets, I just have to look like I can - and most importantly, look cool doing it. When I saw Phil's videos on Instagram, I knew he was the right person to call. First he had me complete an online course to get a foundation on basic safety and mechanics. In person he worked with me on refining my grip, stance, and aim with two hands and one hand. I learned various ways to carry, 5 point holster draw, loading, unloading, reloading, and then shooting from the knees, from the ground, and from behind cover. Phil was very knowledgeable on how law enforcement and professionals handle their firearms vs. what they do on TV that kills the authenticity. He gave me honest feedback when I looked convincing and when I looked awkward squinting one eye and tilting my head. No one wants to see that on screen! Phil was very professional and safety conscious while also being kind and supportive. He even showed me some cool tricks and John Wick moves if I want to take it to the next level! Highly recommend.

As a recent gun owner, it was time for me to take the time to learn how to use my instrument. So,…read moremy hubby, daughter and I decided to take Kevin's course in collaboration with Prof Jeff Macalolooy of Dragons Den MMA. They taught us how to disarm weapons and handle firearms. It is a 6-hour course which I thought was going to be waaaay too long, but it went by at a nice clip. It included 3 hours in the classroom where Kevin discussed, in an engaging and often hilarious manner, "firearm history, laws, safety and proper handling." Jeff then led us through hand-to-hand combat and how to disarm an attacker. I appreciated this as a woman, as every woman should have a rudimentary idea of how to protect herself. We then spent three hours on the range. As someone who has never really handled a handgun before, it was intimidating to fire so many rounds but to also be around people who were more familiar with a gun than I was. To Kevin and Jeff's credit, they taught us in a manner that both beginners and more seasoned shooters could understand. As a beginner, I needed extra support. Thankfully, having two instructors made all the difference: one (Kevin) could keep the main group moving at a steady pace, while the other (Jeff) could devote more time to reinforcing weak spots and helping a newbie like me work through any lingering hesitation. Jeff really helped me in this area. There was a point where I felt like giving up (partly because I couldn't draw my gun fast enough with the new holster that I bought), so Jeff switched mine out and provided me with a holster that solved that problem. Indeed, any issue I might have had was addressed and resolved. I am now looking forward to the women's only training course they will offer in August, as I believe that will allow me to feel less intimidated and will continue to bolster my confidence in weapon disarms and firearm handling. Two thumbs up for the course and the instructors!

I have been considering taking firearm courses and purchasing a gun for some time now. I finally…read moredid some research on courses in my area and decided to reach out to Kevin. I explained I had never shot a gun before but was interested in learning, safely. Kevin was amazing! He made my first time handling a gun and shooting informative and enjoyable. He was very thorough and patient with me, putting me at ease. After the course he sent me follow-up information I had asked about. I highly recommend Kevin, especially if you're a beginner in handling a gun.

I took GunKraft's 16 hour CCW class. A great experience with a very seasoned and detailed…read moreinstructor. You won't find a better class to prepare you for a CCW license. Thank You Robin! Like

Robin is extremely knowledgeable. His teaching approach is very clear and direct and promotes…read morecritical thinking. You will leave his classroom not only as a more confident and knowledgeable CCW carrier, but as a better person. Strongly recommend.

I recently completed an NRA Pistol Instructor Course given by Krieger Defense Firearms Training…read more(Jordan). I have to say that the class was very professionally given, and information and training was excellent, especially in light of the quality of the personnel taking the class. Even though prior military combat veterans and active and retired law enforcement personnel were present, including several civilians, both men and women, Jordan conducted the class so as to provide a learning opportunity for every individual in the class. Regardless of your knowledge, skills or attitude, you will learn something from this class. I highly recommend Jordan and Krieger Defense Firearms Training for all of your questions or training. Nice job, Jordan and Adrian.......... I will be returning for future training.

at the Krieger academy They have ccw class training to get open carry permit handgunsread more

Frank was extremely patient and thorough throughout my entire training course. In the classroom we…read morewalked through all the safety basics on how to properly and safely handle my firearm, maintaining my weapon, how to get on sight affectively, and how to handle malfunctions. Once we were ready, getting on the range and zeroing in my red dot sight was first to ensure accuracy. After that, we worked on getting the sight on target and a smooth trigger pull. After reviewing some tendencies in my misses and minor adjustments to my fundamentals, I began to tighten up my groupings and shoot better and better. Frank was very diligent at all times, making sure i took my time, and ensuring I was comfortable, confident, and safe throughout the whole course. If you are a newer shooter like me and want to gain the knowledge necessary to safely and affectively use your handgun, look no further than Frank at RangeRulesllc.com. I cannot recommend this training course enough for anyone who wants to gain more confidence and educate themselves on how to safely and properly operate their handgun!