Highly recommend taking classes here at PTC. Staff is knowledgeable, well trained and friendly…read more I was made to feel at home and welcomed from day 1. Range is ran very well and safety is priority at PTC. Just finished the two day red dot handgun course. I was totally new to handguns when I walked through the door but left confident and ready to safely handle a firearm when needed in the future. PTC is where I will return to do more training in my future endeavor to up my skill level and broaden my horizons into my retirement... Thanks PTC guys for an awesome experience! See you again soon!

I want to thank you for the professionalism, organization, and commitment you demonstrated…read morethroughout the training weekend. I left with a strong appreciation for the quality of instruction and the level of care you put into the student experience. * The training stayed extremely well organized. You maintained a clear structure from start to finish, which kept everyone focused and confident in what came next. * The Program of Instruction (POI) was excellent. The flow made sense, the objectives were clear, and each block of instruction built naturally into the next. It felt intentional rather than improvised. * You minimized downtime. Transitions between drills happened quickly, and the pace kept students engaged without feeling rushed. * You demonstrated safety consistently throughout the training. Both physical safety and weapons safety were emphasized. You reminded students to hydrate, monitor their physical condition, and maintain muzzle awareness at all times. That constant reinforcement built trust and professionalism. * Cadre availability on Friday made a strong impression by making yourselves accessible, answered questions, and set the tone for a productive weekend. * Craig followed up on Monday to check on us. That personal call showed genuine investment in the students and reinforced the professionalism of the program. * The student‑to‑cadre ratio was excellent. We received individualized attention, immediate corrections, and real‑time coaching that would not have been possible with a larger group. * The pizza after training was a great touch. It created a relaxed environment to decompress, talk through the day, and build rapport. * The drinks on the firing line were greatly appreciated. Having cold drinks available kept everyone hydrated and helped maintain performance and safety.

If you're looking for a range in Alabama, I'd recommend going somewhere else. They still require a…read moreCCW permit to join, even though Alabama went full constitutional carry back in 2023. The state law clearly says no permit is needed to carry concealed anymore, but this place is sticking to the old requirement just to be extra gate keepey about 2A. It's their private property, so they can set their own rules I understand that. But the part that really stands out is how they deny ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE members if they don't have a CCW. Let get real these are the men and women who put their lives on the line every day to protect and defend the Constitution, including the Second Amendment. And yet they're being told they need a government issued permission slip just to shoot at this range BWAHAHAHA. That feels completely backwards and disrespectful to those who serve. Most folks aren't going to go through the extra steps classes, fees, paperwork, fingerprints, photos, and waiting periods when the state already says you're good to go without any of it. If you want a background check just run every member though any of the 1000 background check sites. It ends up just being straight gatekeeping, limiting access to only those who already got the government's approval. CCW permits have ALWAYS been unconstitutional because the Second Amendment protects the right to bear arms without needing government permission slips it's a fundamental right, not a privilege granted by the state. Big miss for this range It's disappointing to see a place that's supposed to be pro-gun still doing this in 2026 Alabama, especially when it affects active duty members who just want to go enjoy their rights. If you're looking for a no-hassle spot with better vibes, try the Talladega range, Sentinals, or Hoover Tactical if you need a rifle range and if you are lucky just shoot at a friend's place if you know anyone with land no CCW anti 2a Drama. This one gets a 0/10 from me. Save your time and go elsewhere.

My name is Steve Ross. I've been a member of this range for something like15 years. There's not…read moreanother range within 50 miles that can hold a candle to it, or compare with the Jon's management team, Lee and Dave. Safety is their first and most important requirement, and if you intend to shoot there you're required to take the safety course. You may think you don't need it but a refresher is always in order. An attitude such as I've noted in a couple of posts here doesn't recommend you no matter how experienced you may think you are. All the years I've been a member at FOP Pleasant Grove I've never had a bad experience with any of the staff. My grandson learned to shoot there because I trusted the quality and safety of his instructors, The only times that left a sour note -- and they've been very, very few through the years -- it's been because some member or visitor thought the rules were for someone else. Jon -- thanks for all you do for your members, neighbors and the public. In service, amenities and cost you're the best. Please use my name if you post this review.

FYI I've only been there twice thus far…read more TLDR Good service, knowledgeable, not pushy. Went in after researching what I wanted. I only planned on getting a price, but they got me bro. The offer was too good. Maybe it was the friendly staff, maybe it was the K9 employee. (it MIGHT let you pet it). They were patient and knowledgeable. I can be a bit much and ask seemingly stupid questions. The background check took a bit (not their fault) and I only made 2 errors on my spelling which they helped me fix without issue. They snuck away and mounted the optic without me getting a chance to ask. I suspect they kissed it gently goodbye given the care I saw them take. A lovely older woman brought a firearm in to clean and an old BB gun that wasn't working. They couldn't fix it , but they did recognize the value of the BB gun based on its age and condition. I didn't have time to checkout their range on this visit, but I do plan on it.

I'm not reviewing the range, just their Cerakote service. I took a little J-frame revolver. First,…read morethey said 4 to six weeks and it was more like 8. I had to call to get an update about it, and they had it done about another week later. The Cerakote came out ok but it looks like they applied it over the serial numbers then ground it back. The serial by the cylinder is completely unreadable. The serial number on the butt of the revolver still readable but now I have to remove the grips in order to see it, where before the serial was visible when you opened the cylinder. I didn't take the gun back because I have to way to prove it wasn't like that before. I don't know about the rest of their services but I can't recommend the Cerakote service.

We celebrated my boyfriend's birthday at Sentinel Firearms and had a great time! They allowed us to…read moreshoot his rifle there, which was a lot of fun. It's a smaller range with about 3-4 stalls, so you might have to wait your turn, but we didn't wait too long. Keep in mind that you need to purchase rifle ammo from them--outside ammo isn't allowed for rifles. It cost $60 for both of us to shoot, which included unlimited time and a box of 556 ammo. Overall, it was a great experience, and we'd definitely consider going back! Plus the restroom was clean!!

Went to go test out some of my new builds and no one was there even though Google said they were…read moreopen. No one answered the phone for 3 days I did call.

These men are amazing and very knowledgeable! I've learned so much about weapons safety and the…read moreimportance of protection. Thank you so much for the advice and the wonderful knowledge I've gained and I appreciate your protection detail for my daughter's party. We all felt safe, secure and at ease. God bless you Men of Standards

Being a Ret CSM, It was good going through the basic fundamentals of precision fire all over again…read more I enjoyed the class and instructor's knowledge of shooting.

Chris Magyar is a great instructor. He helped me improve my handgun skills by a large amount very…read morequickly! Highly recommend.

From the owner: The training I offer goes well beyond safety rules and basic marksmanship. I focus on skilled…read morepistolcraft that’s directly relevant to defensive use. You may never need competition-level performance—but it’s reassuring to know your abilities far exceed those of the average threat you might face. Firearms are just one part of the personal protection puzzle—and ideally, one you’ll never need. I also teach mindset and situational awareness, verbal boundary-setting, managing interactions with strangers, and strategies for recognizing and avoiding potential problems before they escalate. But if avoidance fails, I’ll show you how to prevail in close, chaotic encounters where “just go to the gun” isn’t the right answer. We also explore tools beyond firearms, including non-lethal options like pepper spray and, when appropriate, alternative force tools such as edged weapons.

Has to be the best range in the area. Helpful and friendly staff. Fair pricing. Excellent…read moreselection.

Truly an amazing experience…read more Jim Patterson took the time to educate us on the history of each of the many machine guns that they have available on display and to shoot. It was both educational and much fun. They may have the largest selection of machine guns available to fire. His right hand Wade was a great instructor in how to use a hand gun. A wonderful experience and definitely worth the time and modest investment if you're within 60 miles of Lake Martin, Alabama.

The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) is a U.S. government-chartered program that promotes…read morefirearm safety training and rifle practice for all qualified U.S. citizens. The CMP South Store is where you can acquire M1 Garands which served in World War II, Korea and continued on in the USA and around the world up until now. The USA sent out large numbers of these rifles to various other governments around the world as aid and as these rifles have grown a bit outdated by more contemporary firearms technology some of these governments we still have good relations with offer to send them back home to the USA. In the cases where all the bureaucratic red tape can be sorted out and the USA government and foreign government can agree then the rifles eventually make it back to the USA and the CMP takes over to import them home to then start assessing the rifles and doing any repairing, maintenance or otherwise needed care to bring them up to full function when possible. There is a really great YouTube video put out about CMP on their recent work on importing the most recent batch from the Philippines that really breaks down all the huge cost and effort involved in this remarkable program so I do suggest you watch that here: https://youtu.be/b1-bshef-G8 If you think you might be interested in more information on the CMP South Store and the process for acquiring a CMP M1 Garand visit their website: http://thecmp.org/cmp_sales/cmp-stores/

They requested additional info and a call in order to make a cc payment (no longer accepting checks…read morefor some reason on my order). I Provided (via that email) everything same business day (Thursday). Friday came and went, and the next Thursday and Friday came and went. I've called and I've emailed. What's going on you guys? I placed my order in October with all requested information and followed the checklist in a nice envelope and shipped it to you. Let's fix this and I'll update my review. 1.25.25 update: another 2 business days have passed and still no call or response to my follow up emails. Lowered review to 1 star.