After years of shooting a wide variety of firearms, I recently attained my LTC and wanted to…read morereceive some formal pistol training to improve my skills and overall competence with with my everyday carry pistol. Overall, this was an amazing experience which has significantly challenged and enhanced my skills. I can't wait to practice what we learned again at the range, as well progress with additional courses they offer. This is no weekend warrior shit. These guys are seasoned professionals who can coach you if your smart enough to close your mouth, and open your ears. Here is more details... I found Texas tactical Training institute on YELP, and while they had no reviews, their information and photos intrigued me to make a call and have an initial discussion. I spoke with Tim over the phone for more than 20 minutes, explaining what I was looking for and what he could recommend. He explained he was a former police officer who was now focussed on offering firearm training experiences for people of all skill levels, at a price that didn't scare people away. Within minutes you could feel his passion coming through the phone, and i was eager to get something scheduled. I shared the idea with a friend and we signed up for a 4-hour 'Intro to movement - pistol' class for the upcoming weekend. We were excited at the idea of receiving some training to improve our skills, but unsure what two 'seasoned' gun owners would be able to learn in just 4 hours. A few days ahead of the training day, we received instructions by email of where to meet the course instructor, and what to bring with us. On the day itself, it was unusually cold...39 degrees in April cold. This elevated the training to a new level, as we were both not prepared or used to shooting in such cold climate. When our hands were not tucked deep into our pockets in a effort to once again feel our fingers, our hands were a little shaky when shooting (or at least that was my excuse on the day.. he he). We started with a short yet descriptive safety brief, and jumped straight into some dry-fire exercises of turning 90 degrees and firing on the 'threat'. That is the word Instructor Dustin used when telling us to engage the target... "Threat". At that moment you would turn the 90 degrees, or 180 degrees, or start moving and shooting from various positions indicated by black circles of spray paint in the dirt that had just been created by Dustin and his his fellow Instructor Brian. Over the course of 4 hours we were introduced to various shooting exercises involving moving and shooting. My favorite phrase of the day (aside from "threat", which meant you were being told to engage the target), was "Push, Plant, Pull", which described your movements from one position to another. The push and planting refers to your feet, and the pull... well you can guess what that is for. We continued learning and practicing through the bitter 39 degree weather, breaking only for a few minutes here and there to return to the truck in an attempt to warm up and feel our fingers again. Dustin was an exceptional coach. He would watch you follow his instructions and offer specific minor changes to your body position, feet position, pistol grip, the elevation of my hands in relation to my eyes, and other small tweaks. All of which felt a little uncomfortable at first, kind of like I was shooting for the first time. However, this was a strong introduction to a new understanding that all my previous experience shooting was from a static position with no accountability of each round pushed through a paper target. I strongly recommend this training to firearm owners of all ages and skill levels. I also strongly recommend the 'intro to movement - pistol' course to anyone with a LTC, or someone looking to improve their skills.

Very patient instructor. My wife and I took the intro to pistol and rifle class. The instructor was…read morevery patient with the students. He also helped my wife find a pistol that better fit her hands. It was my wifes first time shooting a rifle and by the end of class she was able to hit a target at 300 yards. We would recommend this training center to our friends and family, we will be taking classes here again.

One stop shop for your LTC course/license. You get the written test, range test, and fingerprints…read moreall in the same day. Great experience overall!

One of the cheaper options to use if you need an FFL. Although they only call you once when your…read moreitem arrives so it's kind of easy to miss out pick up. Best thing to do is to call when delivery is made to make sure. I used this as a transfer once a while back and they don't have text or email updates when your transfer is ready which would have been nice. I also went here recently for just the TLC shooting qualification. The instructor Mike was really helpful walking through the process. For people that are less experienced in the range they will get taken care of and instruction if needed to keep the range safe. I did have to listen to an insurance sales pitch even though i did take the full class here. But that just seems like a norm these days.

New to Austin and thought I'd try this place out. The lack of hospitality is astounding. I called…read moreahead for specific ammo and was told they had some in stock. They did not. Randy at the check in desk was the least welcoming employee I've had the displeasure of interacting with. Writing this in the parking lot, that's how much I disliked the interaction.

I bought a package deal with a 300 black out, scope and suppressor…read more After running into a snag with the ATF form which I was set to go to Dallas county and get a clearance letter, BUT the Range called and said they were going to pull back and NOT hold the suppressor but instead gave me a 75.$ instore credit which they also pulled back. Now under the new LAW coming down do ya think they would honor the original deal?? NOPE !! Oh and they will NOT give you your money back. I still can not believe their callas attitude.

The simulated option is not available right now but my wife and I booked a session with Kelsey at a…read morelocal range. She was great with my wife (a first time pistol shooter) and we tried out 3 different guns. I booked a separate session to try out 2 more and a previous gun to decide on a purchase. Kelsey's teaching approach is exactly what we needed, and practical! Safety, form, real life application and advice in carry methods. We will book more sessions and recommend her to others. If was a lo of fun!

Highly recommend taking some training with Kelsey. She's great at getting the information across…read moreand is excellent at the bench. She gave me some fantastic tips and will affect my technique going forward. If you're just starting or want to build on what you have, you can't do much better.

Always my #1 recommendation for a gun range. They have…read moregreat prices - the range fee covers the whole day, however long you'd like to stay. Unlike other places that only allow 45mins to an hour. They have firearms for rent and for sale. It's FAMILY OWNED, and takes good care of their employees. It's also a woman owned business - I always love that. They have a shotgun range, a .22 steel target range, pistol range, a rifle range, and a private shooting bay that you can rent if you have a small party of friends or want to do some private training/lessons there. My favorite thing about it? It still embodies the old Texas spirit, it's a true Texas experience here.

My fellow Army veteran buddy and I came here to qualify for our LTC…read more Our instructor Cecil was totally professional and encouraging. My buddy and I qualified first time go. So that was satisfying. They provided the instructions on everything and discussed safety in detail. In my opinion the staff were totally professional ans made sure safety was a priority. I didn't feel unsafe at all while qualifying here at this range. I would recommend this place for outdoor range shooting.

Amazing learning experience with Texas defensive training , Jeff is a great teacher who is so…read moreknowledgeable and great at what he does , I feel like I have learned so much with only one lesson and will take more , definitely recommend, process was easy , fast , and Jeff really takes his time to make sure you really understand.

Recently did my LTC Proficiency Test with Jeff Webb at Texas Defensive Training. It's been about 8…read moreyears since I last handled or owned a gun, even with my law enforcement and military background. Jeff's training was spot on - he's a great instructor who keeps things clear and practical. I'm now waiting for my license and can't wait to get back into training with him. Highly recommend Jeff to anyone, whether you're dusting off old skills or starting fresh.

Had a great time with Renee! She is a great instructor, super knowledgeable, helpful and helped me…read moreimprove so much. I would recommend her above anyone else hands down. She made the whole process seamless. Happy to be getting my concealed carry :)

As part of my Best Man duties, I connected with Renee of Austin Hotshots to guide the Bachelor…read moreParty through 2 hours of clay shooting. She went above and beyond: super responsive in scheduling, friendly with the group, and a great instructor. Also, it was a reasonable price for a great time had by all! Thank you, Renee!

A group of 5 of us did the First Steps and then the LTC course. Bill was patient with all of us and…read morewe really had a good time taking the course. It was a fun group thing to do in general, and it was a bonus that we got what we needed toward our LTC too.

I needed an LTC instructor for my proficiency and found Bill through Yelp best decision I could've…read moremade. Bill was extremely helpful, professional, and very knowledgeable throughout the entire process. He explained everything clearly, made the experience smooth, and ensured I felt confident every step of the way. If you're looking for someone reliable who actually knows what they're doing and takes the time to help you, I highly recommend Bill. Great experience all around!

Did an amazing job of explaining the basics of getting the LTC…read more Recommended !!! Everyone needs a LTC

Great class. Aaron is very informative and the class is conducted efficiently for all…read moreLevels of experience. Recommend 5 out 5! Get signed up TODAY!

Super people, super talented, and know what they're talking about. I trust them with my life!read more

Wife was scared of firearms. After a weekend class, she wasn't. Mission accomplished…read more Then at her insistence, we had a consult with the home security team. Consummate professionals. They gave us a private class on threat assessment, surveillance, counter surveillance measures and a few other things we had questions about. They offer IR sweeps, FLIR sweeps and night vision sweeps of the area surrounding your house and neighborhood to find hidden/game cameras. Once the initial clearing is done, They also offer weekly maintenance sweeps for clients' peace of mind. A whole neighborhood takes them less than 10 minutes, so it's not expensive. There's a ton of other stuff they offer that I won't go into, but if you have questions, call them. They are experts on everything security/investigation related.