Absolutely the best for initial CCW training, renewals, and further advanced training. I actually…read morelook forward to my required renewal range time and classroom time with John & family. I highly recommend Defense Shot for Sac County and surrounding Counties.

We continue to with our education with Defense shot as they are very helpful, caring, and…read moreknowledgeable!! They make their classes comfortable for people of any level. Thank you

Amer is an excellent firearms instructor, and I highly recommend his classes to anyone looking to…read moreimprove their skills. He clearly invests a tremendous amount of time, effort, and personal resources into developing and delivering high-quality training that provides real, lasting value to his students. The curriculum for my class was exceptionally well organized, packed with useful information, and presented in a way that was easy to understand and follow. As both a highly credentialed instructor and an accomplished shooter himself, Amer delivers valuable training for shooters of all skill levels -- from complete beginners to experienced shooters who have been training for years. On the range, his drills were effective, engaging, and fun, all while maintaining a strong and consistent emphasis on safety. If you're considering professional firearms training, I strongly suggest taking a class with Amer. You won't be disappointed.

I have attended many CCW renewal courses in the years since they began to be required by the state…read more Some are better than others. I can confidently say Safely Carry has been the best. If anyone were to ask me to recommend a CCW class I would without hesitation recommend Safely Carry. The live fire qualification was quick and effortless, in and out with no issues. The classroom is very comfortable and pleasant. Amer, the instructor, is interesting and energetic, very important attributes for an instructor of one these classes. I never got sleepy the entire time! That in and of itself would be a great reason to choose Safely Carry. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable concerning all the laws and stuff you have to know and remember, including and especially when and when NOT to shoot, he is also an accomplished competitive shooter who is able to communicate gun handling, marksmanship, and the shooting type skills that are required to not only be good with a gun, but safe as well. But the thing that stood out to me was, Amer is humble. Whether you're a brand new shooter or have been carrying and shooting for decades, nobody likes being talked down to and Amer talks to you like an old friend. There is no arrogance or air of superiority which is so refreshing after having to endure this kind of thing in some other classes. If you're doing something wrong, or unsafe, or some other flaw in you're technique, he'll point it out and explain how to correct it, but like a friend, without any kind of attitude whatsoever. I think all shooters, new and old, will benefit from this class. It's not something to dread. Just do it, have fun, get your certificate, and start carrying.

Had a Great class! Good info and class flowed well and kept…read moreus engaged. I would definitely seek future classes with Theo

I have held my CCW for 10 years and, during that time, have attended several courses taught by…read moremultiple instructors. Without question, this has been the most informative, well-structured, and comprehensive CCW class I have attended to date. Theo is an exceptionally knowledgeable, patient, and dedicated instructor. He takes the time to explain every aspect of the course in detail and, more importantly, incorporates real-world scenarios that encourage everyone in the class to participate and think critically. Rather than simply providing an answer, Theo allows the class to work through scenarios together before explaining the correct response and the reasoning behind it. That approach made the material much more engaging and meaningful. The range portion of the course was equally impressive. We were taught not only the standards required for a CCW qualification, but also given insight into what a real-world defensive situation might actually look like. Safety was clearly the highest priority throughout the entire range session. I felt completely confident having Theo actively present and attentive while shooters were live-firing. He was constantly observing, immediately identifying potential mistakes, and stepping in when necessary to prevent unsafe actions. What stood out to me most was his hands-on approach. At many other facilities, instructors tend to coach from a distance. Theo was right beside the shooter, providing immediate feedback--not only pointing out areas that needed improvement, but also recognizing and reinforcing what we were doing correctly. That level of personal instruction made a significant difference in the quality of the training and in my confidence as a student. After 10 years of CCW experience and training with multiple instructors, I can honestly say that I have found my new go-to instructor. I will absolutely be referring Theo and his courses to anyone who is serious about responsible firearms ownership, personal protection, and being prepared to defend themselves and their loved ones. Thank you, Theo, for your professionalism, patience, expertise, and genuine commitment to making sure every student was trained safely and went home safely. Your dedication to your students truly shows, and I'm grateful for the experience and knowledge you provided.

came in to get my gun i ordered. old dude looked it up on the ca doj pistol registry and saw it on…read morethe list then spend 10 minutes yelling at me that my gun was illegal. he was unbelievably rude and still ended up giving me my gun... i would never suggest shopping at this store.

Extremely helpful on helping me buy my first gun /springfield 1911 they treat you like family as…read moresoon as you walk in the door and make you feel welcome. Everyone I interacted with at this establishment was very knowledgeable and helpful! Will be back to shop very soon!

This training was amazing! I passed my test the very next day after taking this training. This…read moretraining provided me with the ability to feel comfortable about handling and using my firearm in a safe manner. The instructor is amazing patient and very detailed with the ends and outs of fire arm safety and the importance of being attentive and paying attention while you have your firearm or your firearm is in use. I recommend this class to anyone who is thinking about purchasing a firearm please take this class first! It is worth the investment!

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.

I am never disappointed when having to requalify. Both Bobbie and Erica are excellent professional…read moreinstructors where Safety comes first!

I'm so glad this is the place I decided to go through for my classes. I cannot say enough good…read morethings. Bobby and Erica make such a great team. Their combined knowledge and experience make them top of the line instructors. I feel like I learned so much with them. I will def take more classes from them in the future.

awesome experience Better sound absorbing built…read more First target sheet is free. Unlimited time for lane buy Will be visiting again surely.

I went out for the first time today. The sign up was very easy and the range staff were very…read morefriendly, patient and helped me set up and sight in a scope. Highly recommended.

I took the CCW training last weekend. I have to be honest, I was a bit reluctant to be on the…read morecomputer over the weekend as my weekdays are filled with Teams and Zoom meetings. How much more screen time can a girl stand?? Well, it ends up, the training was interesting, engaging, and went by way faster than most of the meetings I sit through during the week! The information was presented in an easy to follow way with videos to illustrate most of the ideas and techniques. Last night, the owner, Glenn came to our house to administer the exam. Due to the thorough and detailed presentation of the pertinent information during the training, I passed with no problem. I would highly recommend this business!

Highly recommend!! Glenn is extremely knowledgeable in all of the subject matters covered in his…read morecourse. The topics covered were very thought provoking and it is much more than just a firearms safety/handling course--far exceeded my expectations. Glenn is very personable and accommodating as an instructor. The virtual classroom instruction is super convenient and I don't think anything was sacrificed.