Anthony giving this review (wife's account) I completed CJs…read more16 hour CCW course sometime in February. CJ was down to earth, professional, and very knowledgeable. You can tell he has many years of experience both tactical and medical. He has a good sense of humor just don't lie to him, or you're in for some roasting lol. After taking the course, I feel much more confident in carrying a firearm. Overall, I had a great experience taking the course and would highly recommend this course to anyone who is interested in learning more about firearms, medical, or obtaining their CCW. Hint he likes pizza!

I recently had the pleasure of taking CJs 2 part course, and the time seemed to literally fly by…read more I learned so much about safety as it relates to carrying , storing and taking few different hand guns apart. We were able to watch and analyze some world events that took place due to recklessness and lack of gun safety and it was a small class so we were able to deep dive onto questions and scenarios without feeling rushed. The class had a variety of ages which was also nice to be able to meet new people of various backgrounds with a common goal of increased safety and comfort with hand guns. The staff were warm and professional and I can't wait to complete my course.

Update review, reply to Mr.Fidel:…read more What does my reviews of other businesses have to do with yours? As for your satisfaction, I am attaching the receipts of courses I took from you or your associates. Multi-State CCW : Feb 23, 2020 Precision Rifle: May 14, 2022 Red Dot: May 21, 2022 CCW Renewal: Jan 21, 2023 Out of 4 classes I took, Red Dot and Precision Rifle were not even worth 1 star. And for both courses, I came with friend/s and all of them agreed to my statement. If you want I can ask them to leave a review too. As for your statement on refund, please feel free to do it. Venmo @desijedi or Zelle desijedi08@gmail.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Initial Review: Have taken 4 classes in last 5 years and quality has declined exponentially. What used to be awesome is now just a money making business with no emphasis on education or proper training. Will avoid going to Spartan/Fidel and I will suggest others to do the same. Don't be fooled by bunch of various course offerings, not worth the price at all.

Took my 16 hr ccw compliance class there for San Joaquin County. The instructor, Fidel, is very…read morethorough, knowledgeable and passionate about his work. Highly recommend!

A friend and I just completed Gordon's Fundamental & Intermediate Carbine Class this past weekend…read more As a firearms enthusiasts and weekly range geek, I can truly say that taking this class really opened my eyes on what my rifle and me are capable of doing. Main thing Gordon teaches is "safety first!" We all left with the same amount of holes we arrived in. As this is somewhat a beginners course, on the first day Gordon is extremely informative, knowledgeable, and patient in showing and teaching us the ins & outs of our AR15 platform rifles. He taught us how to zero our rifles from 10yds to 100yds, understanding of height over bore, proper stance, grip, and shooting technique. I've been shooting for many years and always thought they way I shoot was correct until Gordon gave me some pointers which elevated my accuracy by correcting my stance. All though day one was somewhat a refresher course for me, I couldn't wait for day two. I was addicted. On day two, it got more intense. We zero'd our carbines to a 50yd zero and started to learn various shooting positions. We went prone, side prone (left&right), on our backs, kneeling, etc. This is beyond what one can do at a shooting range. We even learned to transition from shoulder to shoulder and to shoot from concealment. I wasn't expecting this level of training for an beginner/intermediate carbine course. it doesn't matter if you have a noveske, POF, LaRue, rifle that is a safe queen or a PSA or Frankenstein rifle, taking it out and putting this tool to work is what these rifles are made for. Gordon has taught me the the fundamentals of my rifle and how to become a safe and respectable operator. As this is my first firearms training class I've taken, I can truly say that I had more fun in 2 days than I did by going to the range every weekend for the past few years. I'm already signing up for his handgun course in September and his carbine skill builder course in October. Anyone who wants to learn more and build a solid foundation on firearms safety should take this class. For the price, you will not go wrong. Hands down to the training LEO and Military personnel has gone through. It is tough and exhilarating.

Training: #SAFETYFIRST#GRAYOPS…read moreEach class starts with speaking the 4 rules of handgun safety and explanation of each. Training is always a little intimidating even more so when the words handgun or firearm is in front of Training. Gray Ops Instructors walk you through those uneasy feelings of intimidation. Each exercise is explained thoroughly and made sure you understand each step without the drill Sargent mentality.#SafetyFirst They are also Safety Instructors in my mind. The outcome in their classes beg to question..."Do I have the same holes God gave me, Am I more confident in handling a firearm, Have I become a more competent firearm handler??? The answer is a BIG YES! I give 5 plus stars.

Always an amazing experience in this store!!! From the variety of stock they keep and the friendly…read morecounter staff you can't ask for much more! Both Eric's, Jason, Chris and the rest of the staff are always more than happy to help you with any of your questions and assist you with great patience during firearm purchases. If you want great prices and value they have came through for me consistently offering great pricing and availability on anything I need.

Store associates were friendly & asked if I needed help while looking at some fishing reels. Large…read moreselection of every kind of lure you could want from soft plastics to hard baits. Fair pricing as well.

We had a good training and made a purchase. When we got home (90 miles away) we realized they sold…read moreus the wrong items. We had difficulty returning them, but they eventually made us good.

Jim and Suzy and the team are very professional. They invest a lot into their training and their…read morecustomoers . The way you leave so empowered and confident after . such great training . Jim has big heart to mentor and help people. He cares about your safety.

Service was great ,large selection of firearms,staff was veryhelpful and friendly.extremely happy…read morewith my purchases

My favorite indoor range due to the quality of service. They have a nice electronic controller for…read moretargets and ventilation is really good.

Firearms courses are obviously taken very seriously but that doesn't mean they can't be fun. The…read moreVDS crew is great to train with!

I had an outstanding experience with Valley Defensive Solutions. From start to finish, their team…read moredemonstrated true professionalism, knowledge, and genuine care for their clients. They take defensive training seriously and focus on safety, confidence, and practical real-world skills -- not just theory. Moray, Marvin and Terra are incredibly patient and thorough, making sure everyone feels comfortable and competent, regardless of experience level. Their facilities are top-notch, the training is well-structured, and they go above and beyond to ensure every participant leaves better prepared and more confident. I highly recommend Valley Defensive Solutions to anyone looking for high-quality defensive training, whether you're new to it or looking to refine your skills. They set the standard for professionalism and safety.

Absolutely the best. Very thorough and professional. Conrad…read moreand John cover all of important things to know about Concealed Carry in California

Great customer service, excellent knowledge and expertise. Honestly I refer everyone I know in the…read moresecurity guard field or who want to become a certified security guard armed or unarmed. support small businesses. Ps. I was notified paid or convinced to leave this review I have been a customer since 2017 !

They were able to help Me fix my issue and even learned a…read morething or two. David and Jason are friendly and knowledgeable. They know their stuff. I will definitely go back for my other needs. They are also fair with pricing. Actually, in my case, generous.

Added grip extensions to my Glock 26 magazines, super friendly, did a great job, at a fair price. I…read morehighly recommend him and I will definitely be going back whenever I have anymore gunsmith work that I need done!