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.

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.

Fantastic shop, downloaded yelp just to leave this review. Great guys, quick and easy to work with…read more Will be my go to shop from now on.

For anyone that has never shot a handgun before...you can get amazing results in just one class!!…read more The class I attended, consisted of total beginners (like me) and more experienced/actual hand gun owners. It did not matter what experience level each one of us was at individually before the start of the class...by the end of it, we all were blown away with the knowledge gained in just a few short hours with Graf. Best instructor and most patient man on the planet...Graf, owner of #freedomdefensetactical thank you for an experience we will never forget!

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.

I wanted to get my LTC and Mike helped me with that. My wife and I have shot guns before but we…read morenever had any kind of training. Mike is very patient and gives very clear instructions on how to safely hold and shoot guns. I would definitely recommend Mike to anyone looking for LTC, gun safety and shooting training.

If you want to learn it properly, go to Mike!…read more I am new to Texas and new to firearms. After being on the range a couple of times I was bitten by the bug and knew I was on my way to becoming an enthusiast. I wanted to learn the critical safety rules, basic shooting fundamentals, and what is required to be a responsible gun owner, and I wanted to learn from the best. I also wanted a professional instructor who I can train and skill build with on an on-going basis. I researched heavily and found Mike. Mike is an exceptional professional instructor with outstanding communication skills. He's patient, approachable, easy to talk to -- and just a really nice guy! Mike took me to purchase my first pistol to ensure it would fit my hands properly and that I'd feel comfortable using it. Choosing the right gun matters! I spent a full day at the private range completing the NRA basic pistol course with him. It is an excellent foundational course. Mike sets a high bar and instilled confidence in me, the best part was seeing how much I improved over the course of the day. Next up for me with Mike is shot gun and rifle basics, followed by a variety of other tactical and practical shooting classes and closed quarter combat. If you want the best, go to Mike. De Oppresso Liber.

This training ranch is a hidden gem! Secluded and away from distractions yet close enough to…read moredowntown Marble Falls for a post-training bite and brewski. The country-drive to and from here is beautiful. It's quintessential Texas Hill Country! So when I say hidden, I mean, Jeff or one of his assistants must meet you at the front gate next to FM 1431. From there you'll be escorted up to the training area. You just have to follow Jeff/his assistant up the fire road leading to the grounds. When we met up with him he was driving his UTV. I suggest you drive a vehicle with decent ground clearance on the day of. No need for a 12" suspension lift or anything crazy like that, just ensure you're not driving a low slung vehicle like a sports car during your visit, LOL! Note: The ranch (actually a few ranches) shares a front gate with Hidden Falls Adventure Park. When you arrive at the grounds you'll notice it's next to Jeff's residence. How awesome is that?! Wake up, pour some coffee in a sippy cup, hop on the UTV and shoot a few rounds at some silhouettes or steel before the rooster even sounds the alarm! Wooohoo! I'm not a jealous kind of guy but... Anyhow, yes, Jeff's training was spot on! I won't go into the details. No spoiler alerts here. But like most valuable training you must first learn the basics and fundamentals before the more advanced techniques can be explored. Think of firearms training like a house. If the foundation is less than sturdy, no matter how great the house looks above the foundation, once some rockin' begins, the house will falter. So get the fundamentals mastered to avoid faltering. Besides firearms instruction, he can provide a Texas DPS accredited Texas LTC course. I already had my LTC but my much better half returned to complete the LTC program soon after. BTW: The safety brief and lunch breaks are held in his air conditioned living-room so please be southern-comfort mannered. =) Jeff is a great and patient instructor. That is important especially because folks learn at different paces. Some learn slower than others but that's ok. Heck, I didn't know I was tying my shoelaces incorrectly until I was in my early 30's! No wonder my knots would always come loose, LOL! Have fun y'all but most importantly, be safe!i

Had a great session today. Jim is so patient and encouraging. He really makes you feel comfortable…read more I used 2 guns today. Shot 100 rounds I think or more. Really feeling confident and secure. My aim is of course my biggest concern, but I know practice will help get more accuracy. I'm pretty happy with my results and time and practice will make me much better. Looking forward to my next session with Jim.

Greatest experience at a range ever. In the market for my first handgun as a 26 year old, and I…read morecame to try their large selection of rentals. Good prices, and outstanding employees that made me feel welcome. Incredible experience with Kevin and Cedric, super kind and helpful with answering any questions and helping me make a choice on which handgun I'll end up getting this week. A number of really kind people on the range who were there shooting too. Loved it and will be back for sure!

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.

Rugged Hills Training was an amazing program to begin my shooting journey. Tony was very…read moreinformative, methodical and patient with all my questions. Highly recommend!

From the owner: I provide online and in person Texas LTC classes. I also provide NRA Certified firearms…read moreinstruction.

Learning about world culture from Sharon in her training classes has opened my eyes to how…read moreimportant it is to be more aware of the cultural differences we might encounter in various scenarios. She is organized, humorous, respectful, charming and knowledgeable in everything she preaches.

The information I have learned from Sharon has benefited my business greatly. Sharon is…read moredown-to-earth and has a way of teaching in an approachable and digestible way. Her whole team is very sweet and professional. Sharon is an expert in her field and a great resource for communicating with different cultures. I frequently read Sharon's blogs and learn a lot from them as well. I am looking forward to reading more and taking more classes in the near future.