Just have to say, Larry is a great guy. I called him and he hooked me up the very next day for my…read moreproficiency shooting test for my LTC. He is personable and very friendly. We took a little ride on his property to a target range. I completed my testing and we were back within 25 minutes. He also knows a lot about his craft. Totally support anyone that wants to complete their LTC in TX. Scott-

From the owner: At Central Texas Firearms Training, we are focused on providing the knowledge and training for you…read moreto obtain your handgun license. Our small class sizes and hands on approach to training and certification help you not only learn the laws in Texas, but actually appreciate and enjoy using your handgun.

I cannot say enough positive things about Jorge, his facility, and the training I got from him. I…read moream in a wheelchair, and Jorge went WAY out of his way to make me feel comfortable, and to explain the differences in terms of legal responsibilities between a "normal" person (does such even exist??) and someone with mobility issues. He included some suggestions for defense that I had not even considered, believing (mistakenly) that they were illegal. He provided me with resources for materials and services which complemented the training, and made sure I understood how and when to use them. He was patient and answered questions completely. You may have complete confidence that you will understand your rights and responsibilities when you leave. I do think, however, that he was a little surprised that an old, fat guy with one leg in a wheelchair could black out the X ring with a puny little 9mm in less than 20 rounds.

I have had gun training in the past, but it was nowhere near as thorough and enjoyable as training…read morewith Jorge has been. With his advice, I was able to find a handgun with which I'm very comfortable. As a woman, I appreciated that Jorge did not patronize me or sugarcoat real-life issues to consider and prepare for. I highly recommend training at the Citadel, especially for those unfamiliar with guns and the laws of Texas.

Downgrading my review. Staccato Ranch, while a great place to shoot, is falling into that familiar…read morepattern of worsening customer experience. While they updated the calendar for New Years Day to indicate being closed, they made no such updates for New Years Eve, indicating they were open until 7P AND that they had an all day special from 9-5 for shotgun shooting discounts. When I showed up at 4P for a standard indoor lane I was told they closed at 4. No notice to paying members, no updates to the calendar for NYE (31st). This is compounded by new, untrained staff with inconsistent policies: some indicating their new electronic waiver (signed when you join, and required for guests) had to be filled out each visit; others never even nothing to ask (knowing members had already signed). It's still a great place, and the staff are both friendly and helpful. It's still a good value. It's just starting that "we're not new anymore, how much less can we get away with and people will still pay for" phase. That's disappointing... but not unexpected.

I was able to purchase to handguns from Staccato. The C2 and the CS . Their guns are of the best…read morequality. They are amazing and I totally recommend that you try one if you ever get a chance. Hand made and so nice in your hands. They are super accurate. So I purchased the guns directly from them and had they shipped to a dealer locally. The process was so nice. Their customer service is top notch. They always help you out. I was able to get the handgun at a discount because of my job which was amazing. Their handguns are at a premium cost due to the fact that they are of the highest quality and hand made. It really reflects on it when you use them. They are First Responder friendly and made in America. I can't say enough of how great their weapons are and the quality that they promote. I love both the handguns that I got and they are worth every penny I spent on them. So reliable and accurate.

My favorite outdoor Range in the area! Tony & Tenise are great to work with and always support our…read moregroup. We had a whole bay to ourselves and shot both steel & paper targets. They checked in with us several times to see if we needed anything. I'm really looking forward to our next shoot!

Lonestar Range & Academy is by far the BEST range in Central Texas. As someone who was new to…read moreshooting, I was nervous & overwhelmed walking in but Tony, Chet, and D immediately made me feel like family. Their knowledge, patience, and genuine passion for what they do created such a comfortable and empowering environment. They took the time to explain everything clearly, ensuring I not only felt safe but truly confident in handling and operating a firearm. You can tell they care deeply about teaching the right way -- no intimidation, just encouragement and expertise. If you're new, curious, or even experienced and looking to sharpen your skills, this is the place to go. My family and I will continue to go here for years to come. Thank you for such an incredible experience!

I took the Beginners Firearms Class this past weekend and if you are new to guns the Beginners…read moreClass is well worth it. You learn gun safety and how guns work which is great for newbies. Both Lee and Raul are an excellent teachers and very knowledgeable from their respective military and law enforcement experience. The classes are informative and have lots of good detail as well as easy to understand. They brings their respective insights into the classroom and the class time went by very fast. Time on the range was good and both were present to make sure things went smoothly and make suggestions on how we were shooting. They both patiently answered questions in class and on the range. The only negative was the class was rather large (about 16 folks), but by splitting up the rooms when it went time for some hands on learning, it seemed to work just fine. I would definitely recommend Safety Measures.

Had to qualify for our LEOSA Annuals. This went smoothly, well organized, and in a safe manner. We…read morewere attached to a CHL class as they transitioned to the range for their shoot. 1630 hrs and still very hot outside. As uncomfortable as it was, there was no rushing or push to get us through. Safety and organization was paramount. See you next year, until then greet everyone with a smile and a handshake! God Bless Texas!

Recently traveled to Austin to take the Close Quarter Family Protector class with Tactical Fitness…read moreAustin and the training exceeded my expectations. Ron and Patrick were focused on safety, highly engaged, and provided excellent training.

From the owner: Expert Self-Defense Training & Classes, Firearm Training & Specialists, Corporate Events, Unique…read moreBachelor Parties, Weekly clubs, Krav Maga Training, Security Consulting, Tavor Specialists.

Came out to shoot an all steel match with CCPC at this range. Had been meaning to get out here for…read morea long time and it finally worked out. For the range itself, it's in a good location with decent facilities and the berms and other equipment is well kept. Even though CCPC and the range are two different groups, there's a lot of overlap with membership and everyone was very helpful and friendly. I haven't shot here outside of a match but if I lived in the Killeen / Copperas Cove area this would be high on my list.

It was Probably one of the best shooting experiences I've ever had. Lloyd is extremely…read moreknowledgeable, helpful, and not judgmental like many gun enthusiasts. He has a deep love for his country and he is a genuinely good person.