I had an amazing experience getting my CCW renewal for Ventura County with Dennis…read more They had the initial online training that you can complete at your leisure. The content was very informative and I was very grateful to be able to pause and return at my convenience. The day of test, you were given a location to meet in Moorpark. They would then come pick you and your peers up and take you to a private outdoor range. They insured we had shade, water, and bathroom access. The entire thing was very organized, and I learned more in this class than I have ever in any previous classes. This is a family owned company and my online training and in person training was probably the most thorough course I have ever gone through. Dennis was very professional and was a phenomenal instructor. I will definitely be back for my next renewals.

Fantastic experience. I will always go here for my qualifications and high-level training. They are…read morethe best of the best!

He is very knowledgeable about guns, rules and regulations pertaining to CCW…read more He is an excellent source of information about this subject matter

This place is horrible. They're not dependable, they don't return calls and then they don't show up…read moreto teach the classe. They make commitments and never come through. Don't waste your time.

I'm a first time shooter (other than a BB gun as a kid). I had a two hour lesson with Coach Don and…read moreI'm really pleased with the amount of education and hands-on instruction I received in such a short amount of time. We spent the first hour of the lesson on classroom instruction. I learned the history of the most common hand guns used, why someone would prefer one type over another, the differences between single and double action, and how different handguns suit different individuals. Don made sure I felt confident handling the different types. By the time we entered the firing range, I had learned proper stance, range etiquette, how to load a magazine, and the importance of proper technique when racking the slide. But the most unexpected thing I learned was that my nervous system (as a first time shooter) would be taxed. He explained that my first shot would likely be my best shot because once I knew what to expect I would begin to anticipate and I would have a bit of a "fight or flight" response. I never would've expected that and so when it happened, I was well prepared. Even though most people know to expect the sound and the kickback of a weapon, you're not really prepared for it if you've never done it before. Sure enough, my hands got shaky, my breathing got shallow my heart rate raised, but he coached me on how to relax and breathe through it. I was pretty proud of how well I did and I really look forward to my next lesson!

I was really nervous about shooting a gun. It was suggested that I take a class at Smokin' Barrel…read moreand I am so glad I did! The instructor was knowledgeable and helpful and taught me how to handle a gun from start to finish. I was able to hit the target afterwards and the nervousness was gone! I can't say enough about the whole experience! Plus, the staff are amazing and the place is clean and welcoming! Way to go Smokin' Barrel! You have made a life long customer!

CW Security is a great company that gets the job done. Professional, reliable and resilient when it…read morecomes keeping things safe and secure. Their team is very supportive and detail oriented.

Great company! Very organized and professional with plenty of experience. This is your go to…read morecompany for your security needs!

Great Experience. The expertise knowledge, and enthusiasm of the staff was impressive. My 8 hour…read morecourse felt like it went way quicker. I will use them again for my recertification and would highly recommend them to others.

Got my CCW renewed here. Very professional great course. Large training center out in Moorpark for…read moreself-defense and security besides CCW's they even have their own shooting range out in Simi valley

Jennifer was absolutely phenomenal. As a complete beginner, I was honestly a little nervous going…read moreinto this, but she immediately made me feel comfortable, safe, and confident. She explains everything in a way that's easy to understand without ever making you feel overwhelmed. The class was the perfect balance of safety, fundamentals, and hands-on practice. I walked away actually understanding how to properly handle and shoot my firearm, which I didn't expect to feel so quickly. If you're even thinking about learning, especially as a beginner, I cannot recommend her enough. She creates such a calm and supportive environment and truly knows what she's doing.

My mom and I learned so much during this training! Both of us knew next to nothing about guns going…read moreinto it, and Jen was able to guide us through the basics of gun handling and safety with so much patience and an easy-to-understand PowerPoint presentation. At the end of our training we went to a range and shot at a real target -- such an eye opening experience! Both my mom and I feel more educated and safer for having gone through this training. Thank you so much, Jennifer! You're providing such an amazing service for women everywhere!

I had a really great experience with VC Armory. I went in for a private party transfer, and since…read moreI'm currently in the Marine Corps, I wanted to make sure I had all the right documents. I messaged the owner, Justin, on Instagram, and he took the time to explain exactly what I needed even though it was his day off. He was very knowledgeable about the laws and made everything easy to understand. When I went in, Erik helped me with the transfer and made the whole process quick, simple, and stress free. Great customer service all around. I'll definitely be coming back!

Again, these guys don't know the DOJ rules. They insisted I show a secondary proof or residence to…read morebuy or transfer a rifle. No no no. A secondary proof of residence is ONLY when buying a hand gun in California. Not a rifle. But the owner had a hissy fit when I tried to prove it using his own rules and regs from his copy of the DOJ rules. He refused to read the next paragraph where it clear states my point. He got mad and arrogant. I took my business to feild Of Glory 3 blocks away(cheaper too) and they know the laws and don't make you go through bs that isn't necessary (just because he's too lazy to or proud to be proven wrong. You can look it up yourself in the DOJ web site. Been buying guns for 40 years and these young ignorant soon to be out of business guys unfortunately think they are smarter than anyone and can't be bothered or educated. Kinda like when a liberal claims men can get pregnant. They will not listen to the facts and cause their customers more hassle some times. Hey, I an too old to put up with the younger generation's idiocy. You mileage may very.

Great trainer teaches you how to hit bull's-eyes with every gun in your own teaches good shooting…read morehabits in hand and safety

I contacted Dan for my first lesson in firearms training. I'm so glad I did! By the end of that…read morelesson, I was hitting the target with ease. Dan made it easy and fun. I had never shot a 9mm before and he made me feel comfortable with my weapon. I'm addicted now. I'll be taking his CCW course also. On my second lesson, he put up a difficult target and it was a lot of fun. It's more fun when you're good at it! Thanks for your help Dan!

Love this place! Great staff, every one of them. Friendly, extremely knowledgeable, and nice…read more Just plain, really nice people! They know their "stuff" and we recommend them to well, everyone we know who has 2A needs! They have never let us down. Oh, and ask about their dogs! Beautiful, beautiful creatures! I'll tag along with hubby if he goes even I don't have to, just to pet the pups! Thanks, CT!

I took my first CCW class with Cobra Tactical. It had been years since I last shot a handgun so I…read moreconsidered myself a beginner. But by the end of the class, I felt very confident in shooting and handling my gun. Dave was my instructor and he was awesome! We also received some great knowledge from instructor Gene : ) I chose this class because I knew I wanted to get premium service. The class was small so there was a lot of personal attention. I did not only want to check the boxes for CCW requirements but also wanted to get some real-world training. I will definitely go back to Cobra Tactical for additional classes and to renew my CCW.