Had an awesome experience at DCK Firearms & Consulting. The facility provided everything I needed…read morefor a productive range day. I was able to get my rifle zeroed in exactly how I wanted it and put in some quality reps getting comfortable with my new baby. The atmosphere was welcoming, and it was easy to focus on training without feeling rushed. Whether you're sighting in a new firearm or just looking to sharpen your skills, I'd definitely recommend checking this place out. I'll definitely be back for more range time. Great facility and a great overall experience!

I went with my friends to take the basic training course and it was really fun! The guys were super…read morekind and patient! Definitely recommend! They also made sure we were comfortable at all time. But definitely a great place to go to!

Go see Jason out here at this inviting well laid out shop. I call it a shop because you get the…read morefeeling that they are there to help you rather than sell you something you don't want or need. Friendly and stocked with top quality tried and tested firearms and accessories. You can pick anything from plate carriers to some of the most bad ass coffee on the planet! Oh, did I mention custom molded hybrid holsters while you are there, depending on how busy they are I would imagine. Top notch, I've found a new home for my goodies!

What a great little shop. The gear, the guns, the swag. All of it fits in just the right way. The…read morefamily that runs this place is a very no pressure and educational sales driven group. I bought my first rifle here. I came in actually stressed out about the things happening in Austin as well as in my community. The owner gave me advice and some homework before I made my purchase and helped me make an informed decision before I made a rash one. They offer training and supplies where most stores are low or empty. They offer top quality products IMO. I shop online usually and everything they sell is 5 stars and above. If your inexperienced or a pro, this is the place to go. They will help you find what you need or can figure out a way to get you situated.

Southern Charm offers a top-tier experience for anyone looking for NRA firearms training, including…read moreinstructor certification paths. Over three days, they delivered a strong curriculum covering foundational firearm safety, core shooting fundamentals, and practical, hands-on learning. A major advantage is the ability to do live-fire application on their private on-site range, which really helps everything click. I'm north of Austin and I didn't want to commute to Bastrop, so I booked a room in town for the duration and it worked out great. Crystal is an excellent instructor: clear, patient, and highly experienced (she has 25 certifications!). She doesn't just cover the material; she makes sure you understand the "why," can demonstrate the "how," and leave with skills you can confidently apply. The classroom environment was welcoming, and the course transitioned smoothly from the in-person NRA Basic Pistol content into the NRA Pistol Instructor course. Our small group built real camaraderie and fellowship, and I left with a solid network of people I can connect with across Central Texas. 5/5 I highly recommend Crystal and Southern Charm Firearms Academy. I'll definitely be back for more instructor development and training.

I have been taking classes at KR Training for a little over a year now. Karl runs a top notch…read moreplace and his instructors - I have not found a bad apple yet. He hosts traveling trainers that are just great. Getting his coins are 'a thing'!

I started training in self defense handgun skills with Karl Rehn and John Daub in 2017. Now, 4…read moreyears later, I keep coming back. This is where I take my family for training. Now I am a coin holder in KR Training's Defensive Pistol Skills Program, a certified National Rifle Association trainer for Basic Pistol Skills, and a much better self-defender.

My husband and I took this training and it was great! The required videos are quite boring but we…read moreloved the instructors and had a great time in class. I HIGHLY recommend getting certified here

First time at the school. First impressions were wow this is a nice set up. Off the road and…read moreserene. The time flew by during our meet the teacher. I can't wait to see how my son learns and grows in this environment.

I registered for a recurring class months in advance, never received details or communication about…read moreit, my son missed it as a result, but rather than call me, they just kept billing me. Poor communication, and dare I say, greedy.

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.

I just finished taking all 4 courses that ASOP offers. I had pursued quite a bit of photography…read moreeducation before I started these classes, so I was already frustrated with how challenging it was to fill my gaps in knowledge. From the very first Photo 1 class, Andrew positioned the material in ways I'd never heard or read before. All of the curriculum has been shaped to gradually level up a student's potential. By the 24th class, I was bursting with excitement about what I now knew how to do. I can now go out and talk with long-time professional photographers and contribute to the conversation. I've been encouraging Andrew to start publishing articles and a book. Until then, photography enthusiasts in Austin are super fortunate that ASOP is available for all of us.

I just love Andrew! Be prepared, he cannot sit still at all and walks around all class. So, if…read moreyou're looking for a person to sit down right in front of you and just talk about a camera, that's not his style. He is hands on! "Everyone get your cameras out." "Ok, what kind do you rock?" "What kind of photos do you currently enjoy taking?" "What kind of photos do you hope to take one day?" "Let's discuss this." "Now what are we shooting for?" "Is it time? Is it it Light? How much distance is involved?" At first everything is very stright forward, learning the mechanics of the computer in your hands. Because, let's face it, it's a computer. Unless you're that one person in class rocking an old school film camera, which is amazing - please be that person and make the rest of us jelly. He gives homework, well thought out and explained. He sends follow up emails after every class explaining the homework assignements again. And he loves for people to print out their photos so we can all discuss our photos and learn form one another. Also, he seems to know every camera so very well. He can figure out opperating systems super fast. I've had my camera for over a year and still get frustrated trying to find somthing. Hence the reson I stick as much stuff on my Favorites tab as possible. Not Andrew though, he can find anything on anyone's camera in under 30 seconds it seems. Trust me, once you see how many cameras he must work with each and every day, this is impressive. I've only taken level one class, but already paid for level two. Before too long I plan on taking all of his classes. He really challenges me to get outside of my comfort zone, understand my equipment better, and really wants me to succeed. If it weren't for Andrew's classes I would be stuck taking only classes at ACC that do not fit into my schedule. I'm so glad Andrew started this School. Go and take just one class - you won't be disappointed.