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    I did my 8 hour CCW training with James. From the start he was great! Very communicative and helpful. The majority of the class was conducted in his office where he taught about various penal codes and educated me on the importance and responsibility that comes with carrying. A test was taken after the days lesson (that you will be sure to pass because he teaches vert well). Before we went to the gun range he taught me how to handle the ins and out of my gun as well as worked in form. Then we went to the gun range, where he fine tuned my form live in action. I definitely recommend training with James: he's knowledgeable, kind, and will make you a safer better shooter and CCW carrier.

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    I took the CCW course with James. He is awesome. Highly recommend. He made the process very easy :)

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    Ask the Community - PPFT Personal Protection Firearms Training

    Do you have to own a firearm already to take this course?

    It would be best to contact James directly to confirm. From what I understand, if you are looking to do general firearms instruction the actual shooting portion will be done at a gun range. From there you can rent a gun if you do not have one.… Read more

    What type of firearms can you receive training on? I would like lessons on semi auto pistol, AR, and shotgun.

    James and PPFT can train you on all the firearm types you listed. Give him a call and you will not regret it!

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    The Gun Range San Diego - Left-side are the boys' target with a Glock; while mine is with an HK USP 45ACP

    The Gun Range San Diego

    4.6(1k reviews)
    3.9 miKearny Mesa
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    I have gone the the gun range a few times and service has been exceptional. If you come to a gun…read morerange, I suggest you tell the safety officers that you are inexperienced, as you are dealing with live ammunition. Being a 15 year weapons instructor I can tell you that if you are not following range rules and proper standard operating procedures, you will be corrected. At the end of the day, they are doing their job. There was a muscular guy, white guy there with a beard that has always been very helpful. I have never had any issues.

    My wife and took a new gun to the range, along with a few more. Shooting at the Gun Range is IMHO a…read moregreat Value. During our range time I experienced misfires and stove piping of rounds. One of the RSO offered to take a look, because the ammo I had was older he grabbed some much newer ammo to see if it was the gun or ammo. I do t know about you but I call that SERVICE! It's not the first time ether one of the very experienced Range Safety Officers stepped up to help. I am not a member YET! But if you're a member they offer benefits for members. Folks there other ranges in town, but I continue to shoot here as they offer a safe environment, knowledgeable staff who keep us safe and willing to help with any issues you may have such as a what I've experienced, and unless you live in east county this close to most folks. My wife and I had a great time and enjoyed our time at the range.

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    This is me with Joe he let me shoot like 4 guns of his for free bc my dad is in the navy so very cool

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    Discount Gun Mart - Anniversary pre-sale

    Discount Gun Mart

    3.9(727 reviews)
    2.7 miBay Park, Linda Vista
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    My friends and I stopped by this range a few weeks ago to practice, and it was a great experience…read more The staff were knowledgeable and helpful, and even though I'm not a gun expert by any means, it seemed like they had plenty of options to choose from. We tried about four different guns, which was really helpful since I'm still figuring out what I'm most comfortable using. I also appreciated that the indoor range was well-ventilated. I've been to another range that wasn't, and it was pretty uncomfortable. Overall, this was a good experience, and I'll definitely return.

    I came here with plenty time to check in for a lane. We were informed there was a lane open for the…read morelast hour, not reserved so we paid for it. And then suddenly after the payment went through, "oH wErE sOrRy, tHaT LaNe iS rEsErVeD." SO, they said we could get a refund. APPARENTLY, they cannot to refunds back to credit/ debit cards directly. The only 2 choices they offer is store credit or receive a check in the mail. I'm obviously not returning, especially if we're not from here, so we took to mailing option. There was ANOTHER issue regarding that matter so it gave us no choice but to get the store credit and buy something right then and there. This is very inefficient for customers especially when employees don't have an upkeep of when their lanes are reserved. Very disappointing for this being my first time here. Also, the store was fairly empty so there was no wait to get to the counter, but we were there waiting for an hour just to get things settled. I saw many bad reviews regarding a lack of urgency and it's very much true.

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    Practical Defense Systems

    Practical Defense Systems

    4.8(39 reviews)
    1.5 miMission Valley

    Practical Defense Systems' 16-hour CCW course is hands down one of the best classes you can spend…read moreyour hard-earned money on, especially in this economy. I would 10/10 recommend it to all my family members before they begin carrying. I have been carrying a firearm overtly for over 16 years and concealed for nearly nine years. During that time, I've taken numerous tactical shooting courses ranging from low to medium speed and drag. Going into this class, I initially thought a 16-hour California CCW course would be a waste of my time and money. However, Joel and Dave's expert knowledge, experience, and the overall flow of the course quickly changed my perspective. The material was well presented, practical, and highly relevant. The significant amount of simulator time was especially valuable and helped reinforce real-world decision-making. I'm very glad I took their course and definitely feel better equipped to carry concealed in the Wild West that is California. Thanks, gentlemen -- I look forward to taking more courses in the future.

    This review is a few months late. But I took the 16 hour CCW training course that is required for…read moreyour CCW California permit. This was by far the best course I could recommend. Joe made sure we weren't sitting in a classroom being bored with reading and presentations. We got hands on practical training and situational training. I was intimated being the only woman in a room of men, but Joe continued to help me feel comfortable in my own abilities despite anyone else in the room. He has other courses and training which are valuable to anyone that own a firearm or looking to own one.

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    GUNfit - At the TIR you can practice shooting methods you just can't do at a "lane range."

    GUNfit

    5.0(3 reviews)
    4.9 mi

    Matt Melenger was recommended to me and my two friends by some mutual friends at fred astaire Dance…read moreStudio. Boy did he not disappoint. My friends and I all came with different skill levels: one never held a gun before, one shot a gun once and didn't believe in owning a gun, and me who shots at a frequency of once or twice a year. We learned the basic stances and holding techniques used by competitive marksmen. I had to unlearn my original natural tendencies. After just the first hour, my precision and accuracy both improved. My friends and I had a great time! Though my friends were uncertain with the original idea of taking the class and generally aren't fans of guns. We all agreed that we had an amazing time and we all felt quite accomplished after running through speed trials. We will surely come back!!

    I cannot say enough good things about this place. I went down to Glockstore to have frame cuts done…read moreon my pistol. Since it was a few hour drive for me I though I wild take the opportunity to shoot indoors and draw from concealment. I took the 90minute class with Victor and boy was I impressed. We had fun I learned new things and most importantly got to shoot in a scenario that resembles what a defensive shoot might be like. Thanks so much to everyone there!

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    A shooting session at the Tactical Indoor Range is a unique dating activity.

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    Personalized "one on one" beginners classes.

    GUNfit - The Tactical Indoor Range offers safe, secure training in real world shooting scenarios.

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    The Tactical Indoor Range offers safe, secure training in real world shooting scenarios.

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