Chris was a patient instructor with a lot of great, real-life experience. I walked away with a new…read morerespect for the weapon. Absolutely recommend this course for hand gun safety. The facility could make some improvements. The smell of cat urine and litter was grossly overwhelming. At least 3 people (including me) had allergic reactions. The restrooms were dirty and it looked like someone had an accident ON the toilet seat in both restrooms.

Lance is the best instructor you can go to. NRA certified, Marine, excellent teacher.read more

::::This is a second review from me, regarding a separate business function than my previous…read morereview:::: Artifex effectively does guns. They effectively teach guns + drills. They also effectively do guns + personal protection methods. But: DID. YOU. KNOW. They have such a deep and rich knowledge base that there is basically no situation that deals with personal- or self-defense they cannot handle. I'll explain. I reached out to Ben for an 'at-home, security picture review'. Ben forwarded my request over to BigTony. I met with BigTony over the weekend. The task was to develop my own personal self-defense plan for my home, and close any massive gaps that I may not be aware of. Tony was willing to meet, on my schedule, and even worked effectively with a last minute location change. No flaws, no frustration, no worries - just BigTony being BigTony. We have a new house; with a new neighborhood, and unfamiliar neighbors, routes, and routines. My deepest held concerns were the recent uptick in OC county crime, the warning signs, and developing new habits and patterns with my new home. Tony had it covered: Physical security. Advanced warning signs. Training to complete in the meantime, while enacting other preventative measures. People to call for updated OSINT. Home defense ballistics. Right down to gun safes, learning 'battle rhythm' before, during and after a home invasion across multiple scenarios, and with his help, I was able to view the impacts of my decisions through the eyes of the very adversary I am preparing against, as well as the from the first responders perspective, that eventually will arrive to close the scene. His thoughtful review, theoretical approaches to posturing (ex: 'grey-man' vs 'gun-guy'), etc... I could not think of any more approaches or variables I could throw at him. Once it was all said and done, we agreed to a post-implementation tag-up, to see the progress made, and/or take in any specifics that may have been overlooked. All on his own time. Bottom Line: it was incredibly relieving to have the TTPs I had already put in place verified, my concerns validated and decision and actions taken confirmed as 'adequate' for my surroundings/situation/circumstances. From the top to the bottom of my personal security stance, Tony answered literally every question I had. Not one gun was fired. No targets pasted. An incredible 'thinking man's approach' to surviving and thriving when the adrenaline is rushing, and seconds feel like hours. This meeting changed the game. I cannot recommend going through a thought-exercise like this enough. Rounds down range would never have gotten me the answers I received from this incredible team. Thank you BigTony. I am a proud monthly-dues member. If you are not yet, You are sorely missing out on providing the 'whole of security' approach to your family, neighborhood, and community. They are multi-faceted, well-rounded, highly experienced, seasoned professionals whose guidance you will have wanted in your kit-bag well before your "sunshine and rainbows: day turns to "hell-in-a-handcart" in a flash. Tony, Ben, and crew: THANK YOU!!

This place is fantastic. I recently did my renewal here, Dave was the instructor and it was way…read morebetter than the place I went to before. The class was all on Zoom, which was very convenient and informative. The range practice was outdoors which was also much more realistic than an indoor range for true training.

Review for Tap Rack Bang Rating: 5/5 Stars…read more If you are looking for CCW training that goes beyond just "checking a box," Tap Rack Bang is the gold standard. I recently completed my first class with them, and to say the bar has been set high for any future training would be an understatement. The Coaching The instruction from Ernie and Josh is truly superior. They strike the perfect balance between being encouraging and providing the kind of necessary, corrective criticism you need when handling a firearm. They don't just watch you shoot; they coach you through every movement. Their ability to spot a mechanical flaw and help you fix it in real-time is impressive. Professionalism & Environment CEO Ernie has built an incredible team. From start to finish, the entire staff was professional, helpful, and clearly dedicated to the craft. As a first-time student, I felt welcomed but also respected as a serious trainee. The Standard This class is designed to prepare you for the real world. They ask you to push yourself for perfection, which is exactly the mindset demanded by CCW criteria. They don't settle for "good enough," and they make sure you don't either. Final Verdict I strongly recommend this class to everyone, from absolute beginners to experienced shooters. You will leave more confident, more capable, and with a much deeper understanding of what it means to carry responsibly. Also, shop at costco.

Money well spent! Is what i would say as a person who goes to range pretty often i chose to pursue…read moremy CCW to my luck i found tap rack bang! I went into class thinking we would just be taught law and how not to get in trouble being a ccw holder. That was not the case as i have mentioned before i frequent the range and after my ccw course with Ernie, Josh, Tyron(sorry if i misspelled that), and Dustin i walked out with not just knowledge on law but technique when it comes to drawing, concealing, proper holster fitment, stance, and some drills to practice. If you are pursuing your ccw you will pay about the same amount of money to get a "PASS" type class behind a screen why not get your moneys worth and actually learn something. Thanks TRB i will be back I'm beyond thankful for everything you guys have taught me.

Had a great experience at the CCW firearms training with Christine and Jason. husband-and-wife was…read moreprofessional, knowledgeable, and made the class feel comfortable and welcoming. All the stories they told made it feel like we knew each other for years lol. They explained everything clearly, were very patient with questions, and made sure everyone understood firearm safety and legal. You can tell they truly care about helping people feel confident and prepared. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-quality CCW training. 5-star experience! ILL DEFINITELY BE BACK!!!!

Such a great experience and so happy I came to this class. They helped me with every question I…read morehad, very friendly, would highly recommend this class to anybody thinking about how to handle a gun or getting a Ccw. Very knowledgeable and straight shooters.

Highly recommend this class for enthusiasts and folks looking to sharpen their skill sets. I came…read morein for rifle-1 which turned out to be bonus combined with tactical shotgun. It was highly informative and challenging for all of us. The Friday classes are usually very small handful of people and allows us to go for more advanced drills which we wouldn't be able to do otherwise in a larger class of say 10-16. I much prefer it this way. Tim is an excellent trainer and I appreciate his depth of knowledge and willingness to tailor his approach to each students level of abilities. I've taken rifle-1, shotgun-1, tactical pistol 1 and have scheduled pistol-2 next month. I plan to try and take one of his classes at least a couple times a year

I took the Basic Handgun 101 Class last month. If you haven't fired in a while or are a complete…read morenovice, this is the class for you. Lisa is extremely knowledgeable and aside from learning how the gun operates, safety and cleaning of the weapon, she also provided great information on regulatory laws, types of safes and correct methods of transporting your firearm. The trip to the gun range gave me a chance to put into practice what she taught us. She's ex-military so if you feel like you're in boot camp while at the range, it's all good. She wants to make sure that you learn safety not only for yourself, but for others around you. An added benefit, for an additional cost, you can also get your Firearm Safety Certificate. I highly recommend taking this course. I definitely plan on taking additional courses. Thanks Lisa!

I had the pleasure of attending a women's basic firearms class here. Torre, Ethan, and Andrew are…read moreabsolutely wonderful. They answered all of our questions broke everything down so simply. We worked on safety and technique. They went above and beyond. They even stayed late to have a small competition and show us some rifle shooting. Will be back again thanks guys

After one, two hour class, I feel so much more confident in my own handling skills and overall…read moresafety. When one of the instructors tried to take my firearm out of my hands and I held it tight without freaking out- EVERYTHING clicked- my thought was "This is why I'm standing like that, this is why I'm holding it like that..."

I have trusted Ben for years. I referred multiple people to him for their CCW. Ben is very…read moreresponsive. Highly recommended.

Ben is a great guy with knowledge and great attitude I…read moredefinitely recommend this outfit

The class was small (9 students) and the facility had plenty of space so we weren't crowded. Alex…read moreand his assistants, Mr Lee and Grace, were very easy going and attentive as one would expect with firearms training. My wife and daughter took the class a month later and the following day we were out at the range. by the end of the day, I was knocking down steel plates with my .45 with very few missed shots. It was definitely worth the seven hour drive down I-5 from the bay area.

For the 101 class, the method of teaching hand gun safety and use is some(brief) lecture,…read morefamiliarization and hands on practice. There is individual attention given to each student which is adapted to the their needs and desired outcome. The length of the class is based the completion of each segment of the class, not a precise end time to ensure everyone is comfortable with their understanding and practice before they leave. The 201 class take the leasons learned from the 101 class for safety, precision out to the range. If you thought these guys were great trainers in the first class, this is where they excel. This is not were magazines are just unloaded into random targets. Every shot is analyzed, scored and coached by these experts. Each person is once again given individual attention and thoughtful critiques for your continued improvement. Not only did they provide the necessary guidance for safety and successful operation of hand guns, they did so in a manner that was enjoyable. Alex and Bob, I can thank you enough for exceeding my expectations.