Did my initial CCW Class with Dennis, and would absolutely recommend Black Oak for any firearms…read moretraining. I'm comfortable with firearms but would still consider myself at an intermediate level at best. Dennis explained things in a straight forward manner and made me feel comfortable asking a ton of questions. He gave me a lot of pointers on handgun technique and a number of drills to practice in the future. The class itself was incredibly well done, and we talked through a lot of real world scenarios which could impact a CCW holder or firearm owner. After the class we went through a couple of video/laser training drills on real world scenarios, which provided a great example of how fast your decision making has to be. I will definitely be taking future courses through Black Oak and would highly recommend them to anyone. Also, they took COVID precautions seriously, and I very much appreciated their commitment to protecting their customers and themselves.

Amazing couple, professional, knowledgeable, kind and caring. You don't find that often lately but…read morethey have it all. So clear and easy to understand. Thank you for your time being so informative. You both are a blessing with a fantastic business.

This gun range is great. The knowledge of this staff of firearms is very good and if they don't…read moreknow the answer to your questions they'll look into it for you. They have firearms and ammo for sale, CCW Classes and the firing range is set up nicely. There is always someone available to help with any malfunction that you might experience with your firearm while shooting. Their membership fee does not "break the bank" either should you choose to become a member.

I'm new to nearby town, first time walked in to this place just to check it out and try it out…read more Staff were very welcoming, the place is simple and convenient, not over regulated with rules. I had fun shooting my hand guns finally, great place, great fee, will come back, highly recommend Shooter's Paradise.

This was a negative course with this instructor. I think he woke up on the wrong side of the bed. I…read morewas there only 2 hours. The other people taking the training that day mentioned that the instructor had a reputation of failing people just so they could take the course again. I felt like I was in boot camp with the sarcastic remarks and raising his voice. Just went with another business.

5 stars is not enough to rate Razmik's instruction. If I could i would give 10/10!…read moreI wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for the invaluable experience I had during your recent training session. Thank you so much for all the information you provided in your class. Without a doubt, it was the best class I have ever taken. Your delivery was extremely informative, professional, and thorough, making the learning process both engaging and rewarding. Your expertise and passion for the subject matter were truly evident throughout the training, and I have already started implementing many of the valuable insights and techniques that I gained from your class. I feel more equipped and confident thanks to your guidance. I appreciate the effort you put into creating such a enriching learning environment, and I look forward to the opportunity to participate in more of your sessions in the future. I would love to continue expanding my knowledge under your instruction. Once again, thank you for a fantastic training experience. Your dedication to excellence is truly commendable, and I feel fortunate to have had the chance to learn from you. Your the best Razmik! Looking forward to continued learning from you again in the near future. It was an honor to meet you sir.

Great shop, friendly environment, we spent about an hour on the fire simulator. Killed a bunch of…read morezombies and balloon animals! Got information on upcoming courses, including a ccw course! The owner Alex is very knowledgeable and helpful, husband and I spent another hour or 2 just talking with him. Oh and the coffee was great! He let us sample the cold brew! Definitely recommend stopping by.

From the owner: Firearms Instruction. Private and Group classes available. Indoor Shooting Simulator is great fun…read morefor all ages and skill sets. Available for birthday parties and other events.

I highly recommend Nick and NSP Firearms for anyone looking for quality firearms instruction. I…read moretook Nick's 16-hour CCW course over two days, and he did an excellent job keeping the class engaging and the material interesting throughout. What stood out most was Nick's ability to teach to a wide range of experience levels. He addressed topics in depth for students with more firearms experience, while also clearly distilling the most important points, especially around safety, for those who were newer or less experienced. He was approachable, easy to ask questions, and created a learning environment that was both serious and comfortable. By the end of the course, I felt like Nick had not only covered the required material thoroughly, but also set us up for success beyond the class itself. I would absolutely recommend Nick and NSP Firearms to anyone looking for professional, practical, and thoughtful firearms instruction.

This class was amazing! Nick the instructor is great and super knowledgeable. He's a great…read moreinstructor. Showed us everything we needed to know about CCW, the laws associated with CCW and more. I truly enjoyed this class and our instructor. I'll be back to him for more lessons. Totally recommend him!

John has always been very informative and professional. If you're in the Lincoln area and looking…read moreto take advantage of your 2nd amendment rights this is the right business for you.

John is great! He is extremely knowledgeable about his craft and his teaching style is easy to…read morecomprehend. The hands-on approach allowed me to walk away feeling more comfortable and confident handling a firearm. It goes without saying that I would highly recommend John to absolutely anyone. Regardless of your skill level, I am confident that there is still something anyone and everyone can learn from going through one of his courses. Thanks John!

I love my hometown of San Francisco, don't get me wrong, but one of my gripes with The City is its…read morestrong anti-gun stance. Luckily for me, I've moved to God's land - Placer county, where all day I sing: Home, home on the range, Where the deer and the antelope play, Where seldom is heard a discouraging word, And the skies are not cloudy all day! Also, they like guns up here. They REALLY like their guns up here. The media would like stricter gun laws equal a safer community. Placer county is very pro-gun and wouldn't you know - we have one of the lowest crime rates IN THE NATION. Not just in California, not just on the West Coast, but in the good 'ole U S of A. I have availed myself of such goodness but I must confess, I am not a good shot. I've never received any formal training. I've been to the range many, many times but my idea of a good day a the range is putting holes through the target, not really paying attention to my form or shot groups that I formed, etc. I did, however, want to be more comfortable with my collection of toys and recently decided that I would like the ability to defend myself and my family should the situation ever arise and so I started looking into obtaining my CCW permit. There's so many instructors in this area but one that kept coming up in my searches was STRFI. Josh is the owner and instructor at STRFI, which he does as a hobby and because he loves shooting. He's an Army veteran with lots of experience training troops in all facets of shooting and he also sponsors a team of professional shooters. I was a bit intimidated at first because I thought that with all that experience, he would look down on me as a beginner. But that was TOTALLY not the case. Josh was very patient in teaching me the basics - nonclamenture, types of guns, grip, stances, etc. What I noticed about Josh is that he put himself in the students' shoes. He was teaching us on our level, not his, which made the environment very conducive to learning. He was also very knowledgeable in the Penal Code and removed all the jargon in order to explain it in a way that a layman such as I could understand. His teaching style was very lively and upbeat and full of jokes. It made for a very relaxing class, full of interesting facts. I really did learn a lot during my class time. What really shined though was the range time. After spending 2 hours with Josh, I went from a shot group as big as the State of California to a very tight shot group, even multiple shots through the same hole. If I, a beginner, was able to do that with only 2 hours of range training with Josh, I imagine that an advanced shooter would become a championship level shooter! I give my highest recommendation to Josh and STRFI for your training needs, whether it be for your CCW permit or just overall shooting in general. Thanks again Josh! Can't wait to work with you again!

STRFI is the primary place I go to learn and improve my shooting skills and abilities…read more If you're looking for an instructor that won't make you pay an arm and a leg and cares about people I wants to see them succeed you need to talk to Josh with STRFI.

Adam is very knowlegable about laws regarding firearms and use if force. They offer many classes at…read moretheir academy from security training and CPR/First Aid/AED.

The instructor, Adam, taught me new things I had never learned even though I have 15 years of…read moresecurity experience. He takes the extra time and puts in the effort for his students. Highly recommend this for security or exposed firearm training.

What an incredible experience attending the 2 day, CCW course offered here. Eye-opening,…read moreenlightening, educational and informative. Well presented. I would highly recommend to anyone. Money well spent on gun handling and self-protection tactics. I especially enjoyed watching the 5 engaging videos prior to class session. Protection Plus takes its seriously. Well done!

Best pewpew store I've been to. Helen, Drew and Alex…read morereally are the best people you could possibly deal with. A nice close family feel, not like other stores where you might feel judged or pressured. This shop genuinely wants you to find what's best for you or what you're looking for. Prices are fantastic with the customer service rivaling it. I will never go anywhere else. Plus good luck finding their pistol selection anywhere in NorCal.

Spira Yoga & Wellness has completely transformed my life. My intention was never to teach yoga, but…read moreafter completing the program I had the confidence & support to teach and now teach 4-5 classes a week. Amanda herself is beyond her years; she is extremely knowledgeable in yoga and has countless training to prove it. If I ever did have a question she couldn't answer, she would go home and come back the very next day with a ton of information regarding the subject matter as well as encourage discussions. The vibe of the training is supportive, thoughtful and welcoming; it feels like family. If you're considering a YTT at all I would HIGHLY recommend this program.

I became a Registered Yoga Teacher in 2015. Amanda is the principal instructor who led the…read moretraining. She shares her amazing knowledge of yoga and instills in her students the confidence to be able to help others on their personal yoga journey. I would highly recommend Spira as the place to attend for yoga teacher training.