Went with a girlfriend yesterday to meet Bill at the Richmond Rod & Gun Club to get lessons; to…read morelearn about gun safety, types of firearms and for the opportunity to shoot a variety of firearms. What fun I had! Bill is not only a fantastic instructor, incredibly knowledgeable, patient and personable, but he's great company to boot. You'd be hard pressed to ask Bill anything about guns and gun safety that he doesn't know, or to find a better instructor. I couldn't recommend him more for anyone wanting a great experience to learn about, use and feel more comfortable around firearms. We'll be going back to see Bill again for sure. Such a fun time, thanks, Bill!

Today a friend and I had a lesson with Bill and it was an amazing experience. It was my first time…read morewith firearms and I feel Bill was an excellent instructor. He was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the whole lesson. I enjoyed it so much I'm going to continue lessons with him until I feel more comfortable with guns. He had a big selection of firearms to shoot with so one can get a better feel for which gun feels best. I highly recommend him to all.

Friendly instructors, competitive prices, and they made the lesson straight-forward and quick! I…read morewill definitely consider returning for another lesson! I highly recommend it to anyone looking to learn a new skill and find a new hobby.

First off, I'm not a gun enthusiast but have always wanted to try shooting a gun for the sport and…read moreaccuracy. Ox was the perfect teacher. He stressed safety throughout the 2+ hours. He was thorough and thoughtful in his approach and planning. As a retired teacher, I appreciated his preparation. We tried 5 different pistols with varying weights and specifications. The lesson was challenging, a little scary at first, and very rewarding. I now have a bit more knowledge about pistols. Ox was an excellent instructor. I would give him an A+.

If you are looking to get comfortable with firearms but feel a little intimidated, you seriously…read moreneed to check out the Safety First course at Sweet Heat Ladies Gun Club. I honestly cannot say enough good things about Debbie. She was so patient and empathetic throughout the whole session, and that made a huge difference. She has a way of just calming your anxieties and making everything feel manageable, even if you are starting from zero. The class itself is super straightforward and stays focused on the essentials. You learn how to handle a gun, the most important safety rules, and how to build up your confidence. It never felt like a stiff lecture. Instead, it felt like learning from a pro who genuinely wants you to be safe. I walked out feeling way more capable than when I walked in. If you want a supportive and low-stress environment to learn the ropes, definitely sign up!

A perfect course for both beginners and intermediate learners…read more It was great to have both classroom and field time in a small group, and supportive setting! Debbie is an extremely knowledgeable, clear, and compassionate instructor -- I highly recommend this course for any woman no matter your goals!

Highly recommend!!!! I am a beginner and I am definitely continuing classes; recommending to my…read moreloved ones as well. Troy is amazing to work with!!

Finding good teachers and instructors is not easy, especially someone to educate you on something…read moreso important such as gun safety. And unfortunately after encountering too many, I felt a little jaded. A close friend recommended that I checkout Tandem Firearm Training to get appropriate training and education from someone who really knows what they're doing. After spending the afternoon at United Sportsmen Inc, who by the way are lovely folks, I received priceless information and felt guided by a friend who I've known for years tailoring information on every shot. I'll sum it up with a big THANK YOU to Tandem Firearm Training for your expertise, integrity, and professionalism.

Just took my training class with Tom, and I'm very glad I chose to go with X-Ring Firearms…read moreTraining. Tom had a lot of knowledge to impart but he did so in a natural and comfortable way. I went in with a little bit of knowledge, but I was able to ask Tom any questions I had to fill any gaps in my understanding of firearms. I left the class with a new felt confidence around firearms and I'm looking forward to going with him to the shooting range next!

This was a fantastic class for me.. Extactly what I needed.. I went in, basically knowing nothing…read moreabout firearms, and left gushing and excited and definitely more knowledgable.. Tom is a wonderful instructor. He has a wide variety of options to explore.. I have smaller hands, which makes fitting at handgun a but more difficult.. I was able to explore different firearms that would fit me and my size better than others.. He's thorough in his teachings and passionate about it as well.. He helped me make the decision to move to the next level of training.. If your interested in learning about firearms this is definitely a highly recommended class.

Took the Pistol 2 class and had an excellent experience. The class was very structured, well…read moreorganized, and easy to follow. I really appreciated how the instruction was relevant to both competition shooting and real-world applications, which made the training especially valuable. One of the things I appreciated most was the individual feedback on how I can improve my practice sessions to continue building my shooting ability. That personal attention made the class even more useful and actionable. James and Joe are great instructors--knowledgeable, professional, and effective communicators. Highly recommend this class to anyone looking to improve their pistol skills in a meaningful way.

Jim Yeom. Pistol Performance 1. What a phenomenal instructor. His communication skill are out…read moreof this world. He is very calm, patient, and speaks clearly. Tells you what you need to know. He and his crew were extremely knowledgeable about the art of shooting. Come prepared to learn the drills. Take notes. What he will teach you, will certainly help improve your game. This is not a beginner course, and you should have some experience shooting a pistol, however, you do not need to be an expert, and but know how to handle your weapon. I cannot recommend T3 Pros enough, and will certainly take more of his classes as they come up.

I've taken two beginners classes here and both were great. The instructors were knowledgeable yet…read moreapproachable. I was worried that the information would be presented in a confusing way or that I wouldn't understand anything but that wasn't the case. Everything was clearly explained (in the classroom and the range). Safety was, of course, their number one priority and I felt very safe on the range. Rules and protocols were explained and they made sure everyone was comfortable and understood the rules. I will definitely be taking more classes in the future.

From the owner: What We Do: As volunteers, we manage and run the Women On…read moreTarget - Marin NRA program, since 2018. We offer NRA Basic Pistol, Rifle, and Shotgun classes. We provide certified CCW training for select California counties, as well as non-resident Arizona, and Utah permits, which are valid in 34 states. In addition, we offer USCCA Certified Home Defense training. We have diligently screened and selected a few skilled and like-minded instructors to provide staff for our classroom and range. We welcome students, both beginner and experienced, who desire advancement in firearm knowledge, skills, and understanding in a safety first environment. Frontline Training Associates, LLC was formed by Steve Dutra with the help of Michelle Chiles to promote safe, friendly, affordable firearms training in a variety of disciplines. We enjoy a variety of shooting sports, sharing our knowledge, skillset, and attitude of all things related to firearms. We support the second amendment by providing individual, and group firearms Instruction. We support the NRA mission to provide quality firearms education to our community.

After only a 2 hour session with Michael, my long-distance precision rifle shooting approach and…read moreresults have substantially improved. He is a natural, gifted teacher and extremely knowledgeable. Regardless of your background and experience level, I believe Michael can help you improve your shooting in a relaxed, enjoyable setting.

Awesome experience. Michael is a pro who made this novice feel at home on the range. The day felt…read moresafe in every regard, from gun safety to covid precautions. He is a skilled instructor who coached us into shooting bullseyes at 75 feet with a handgun in our first hour.

Great instructors. My daughters had zero, no firearm shooting experience and went to this class. I…read moretook my girlfriend shooting but I never thought her the basics of jams and firearm techniques. Chuck and the other instructor, sorry I forgot his name, took the time to teach them. The majority of the time was spent on shooting. Yes, they did give us a safety briefing but it was mainly shooting. They were very patient, especially to my nervous girlfriend. It's been well over 3 days now and they still talking about how much fun they had. Next time I'll have them teach them shotguns. I highly recommend them especially nowadays.

My cousin and I took a class with Chuck and had an amazing experience. My cousin never held a gun…read moreor shot a gun before and by the end of the class she learned the proper way to hold and shoot a gun. I highly recommend this class for anyone who wants to know how to properly use firearms. Also, I think this class would be very beneficial for women who want to learn defensive shooting! This class is informative and fun. Chuck was very professional and knowledgeable and so was his colleague Mr. Anderson. The class was from 10-5 but the time went by quick. Definitely would go again! Check them out!

amazing, learned so much. I would recommend to anyone who wants to advance holistic health…read moreunderstanding or get into the field

It has been several years since my experience at AIM and I am still grateful for all of it. My…read moreprimary care physician is a graduate and speaker there and so is my osteopath who still assists there. Both are important friends to me. The unkind and judgmental words---directed at me personally---from John B. of Oregon in his AIM review indicates the lack of empathy, sympathy, or understanding that another human being can have for another. I do not hold anyone at AIM responsible for the cruel attacks attempting to discredit another person's experience. I am happy that most students benefit greatly from Francesca's program. She has built noteworthy institutions in both the Academy of Intuition Medicine and Energy Medicine University. I admire her accomplishments and even mentioned her university favorably in my novel series. Something that could help others be more sensitive to and possibly grow in knowledge in is the misconception that the human ego is somehow negative or bad---as John B. chose to denote. In my experience, ego is an essential part of our being and absolutely necessary for soular development and eventual spiritual ascension . . . with a refined ego. I am sorry that my observations and personal experience triggers anger in some to the point where they feel berating and putting down another is the right course of action. It, of course, is not. Making assumptions based on ignorance hurts people. That would be the second thing a healer should know. The first . . . kindness helps people. John B. and Jean T. of Fairfax, who both wrote defensive reviews that misconstrued my words, who do not know what happened, who do not know me at all, made substantially wrong conclusions about my intentions and my actual statements. It is as if they didn't read my review at all and produced some alternate interpretation to exhaust their resentment to my experience which differed from theirs. The teachings and curriculum are just fine. Nothing cultish there. It is the cult-like devotion I witnessed every class meeting by the teaching assistants telling me all the various ways Francesca knows what is going on with each student---even in their private lives. I have always and continue to be open to any opportunity to learn . . . from any source. The large quantities of e-mails, materials, and coursework I received at the Academy was fascinating and I read everything I was provided. Learning for me is not mutually exclusive . . . it is a way of life to gather knowledge, to learn all there is to learn. It would have been nice to receive my MIM diploma, because I like to finish what I start. But, I was not given that choice. Francesca told me many times that "you are too advanced for this program." If anyone knows Francesca, they would know she never patronizes nor says anything she doesn't think is true. And, how many of you have ever heard Francesca repeat herself many times in the same conversation? That was the first and only time I've witnessed it. It saddens me that people didn't accept that Francesca might be right in her assertion about me. Somehow, some think the very notion of being too advanced is impossible ergo a white lie said to pacify a rebel egotist. According to several AIM graduates I've bumped into after my Yelp reviews came out, some things did in fact change at the Academy. This was my reason for the review, to help create positive change. It is good to hear that John B's class benefited years later. I imagine a world that does not merely tolerate differences. I imagine a people who see the pain of others and offer a space of kindness where true understanding can flourish. I had made an error in assuming AIM was one such possible haven. Consequently, I was the one who had been hurt back then. Quite a few people have written to me via Yelp commending me for my reviews of AIM depicting their same experiences accurately. I was well liked and respected by my fellow classmates. It was one teacher assistant and the instructor who resented me for asking a few innocent questions. I was openly punished and told, "if I don't trust her wisdom then I'd better leave." So, I accepted her punishment, kept quiet, and opted to willingly comply . . . yet, I was still eventually expelled. I was later called by my AIM mentor and told to ingratiate myself and beg to be reinstated to earn my spot back in the Masters program, because the same thing had happened to him and that was what he did. His apparent transference involved belittling me and invalidating Francesca's statements about my being too advanced for the Masters program. If John B. represents even a tiny percentage of how AIM people think and feel, it is case in point for my disappointment in the discovery that some intuitive healers are not spiritual, at all. Which I suppose is the main talking point the others are making---AIM teaches energy medicine, not spirituality. This happens to be my exact same point as well. Update 0019 Feel.