Dave's quality of training has only gotten better with time. He's a great teacher, dedicated and…read morepatient, and although he's incredibly focused on safety the training is always engaging and (dare I say) fun. You really learn something new and get a little better after each course. I still recommend his courses with full confidence. 13/10!

My first experience with CCW training. This was the weekend of August 22-23. Was my first time…read moreshooting pistols in a very long time. Dave, the business owner, was kind enough to accommodate me and provide me with the tools to succeed. He has a talent for hiring quality instructors as well. You need not fear any negativity but will provide appropriate feedback for your success. Just know that the live fire portion of the class (the second day) is held at a private range in the Jolon/Bradley area just south of the army base, so transportation will be required.

This place is a hidden gem. Ive been coming here on and off for years. This 2019-2020 round of…read morestaff has been great. Friendly and at the end of the day their goal is to keep everyone safe. The range has a decent steel section for pistols and .22 rifles. This is where I spend most of my time. The sound of hitting steel is very satisfying. The long range is great for sighting in rifles and making sure your aim is ready for hunting season.

Open rain or shine. Great resource for shooting rifles and handguns. Bathrooms are available…read more Range offers 25, 50, 75 100, and 200 yards.

Brought several firearms to Markleys on consignment. All were sold at agreed upon prices. I was…read moreskeptical at first but they proved to be honest to the letter, treated me respectfully, and communicated accordingly. Special thanks to Rosendo for the integrity of the transactions. Alex R.

Years ago I would go shooting at Markley's about once per month. The attitude behind the counter…read moreseemed to depend on the day, but I didn't go for the attitude. What do you expect? It's a gun range and store. They were pros, the shop was clean and packed with merchandise, and the service was efficient. Sometimes you'd run into someone genuinely decent, other times needlessly impatient, but nothing downright laughable. It was all good. I guess times have changed, and the other reviews I've seen reflect that. Not a big deal, really. But a little tip for business owners: it's not up to me to make your sale for you. If you're not interested in making a living selling your product, I'm happy as a clam buying it somewhere else. Sheesh.

Look no further, Vince and the team are just simply phenomenal…read more Top-notch instruction, great experience, and a wealth of industry knowledge. I've taken a few courses from VDC these last few years and they stand out from the rest of the firearm instructors/schools that I've seen in the area. With that said, I'm looking forward to taking more classes on a regular basis to fine tune my skills. Thank you Vince and team!

If you would like a quality professional firearms training school then this is your school. Vince…read moreand his staff pride themselves on safety and quality courses..I have attended a few of his classes and have never been disappointed. His classroom and training facility are located on the Ceres Police Range so classroom and practical are in one location. 5 stars plus 5 stars

I am not rating Dave Matthews. He appears to be a good trainer and owner based on the other…read morereviews. I am rating one of the other trainers who I randomly got for my ccw course. The good: He provided good information, was knowledgeable, and got the training done. The bad: No way would I use him again. I'm all for safety, but he was constantly threatening the class to throw us out for a mild infraction of safety protocols. Not all protocols are the same level. Yes, I would agree with him if someone pointed a l.g. at someone due to negligence. But he was maniacal with well intentioned people. Another insanity after every firing drill, looking over both shoulders. Someone is going to get a neck kink this way. It's fine to teach it, but after every firing round, this is just dumb. He just used threats to drive behavior which drove us crazy. Update: 2 star to 5 star...spoke with Dave the owner. He graciously called me to find out what happened, a sign of someone who cares. I think this particular instructor cares too and maybe was just new and a little rigid, which isn't always a bad thing when it comes to safety. I will definitely after this interaction consider FTI for my future training needs.

I recently needed to get my NRA Rifle Instructor certification. After looking around, a few people…read morerecommend Dave at Firearm Training Institute. I ended up signing up for two weekend sessions (Basic Instructor Training and a few weeks after that, Rifle Instructor). I have to say, Dave is an amazing instructor, he was well prepared, really knew the material, and overall did a fantastic job. I would highly recommend Firearm Training Institute to anyone (whether you are new to firearms to a seasoned pro).

The ASP firearm training was excellent. The instructors were knowledgeable, professional, and…read morecreated a welcoming learning environment. As a female participant, I especially appreciated the respect, encouragement, and professionalism shown throughout the course. I felt comfortable asking questions and was treated with the same level of support and respect as everyone else. The hands on training was valuable, and I left feeling more confident in my knowledge and skills. I highly recommend this training to anyone looking for high-quality firearm instruction.

I had such a great experience with ASP Firearm Training. My instructor was extremely patient,…read moreprofessional, and knowledgeable--I learned so much in just a short period of time. The CCW training was especially valuable. It was very informative, with clear explanations and practical tips on how to be a responsible and confident concealed carry permit holder. I'm really glad I had the opportunity to train with this company. If you want to get quality firearm and CCW training in San Jose, I highly recommend ASP Firearm Training!

Wayne was an amazing instructor, my first. So chill, yet so knowledgeable. Just a great guy to be…read morearound. RIP Wayne

Wayne is a very funny and pleasant person to be around with. He's an excellent teacher.read more

Amazing team working here. (I apologize in advance for not catching names.) The Front counter…read moregirls are always polite and funny, and the firearms team are all cool and knowledgeable. Saving me multiple times from buying something without knowing there was something better out there thats taken that guns place on the market. I went with zero gun purchasing knowledge seeking a glock for extreme reliability; Purchased a SIG (300rnds no failures) Returned for a Bersa for concealed carry; Purchased a Shield Plus. (Better power/Just as concealable.) Loved the Shields concealibility so much i got it in .40cal for $299 during their fall sale. And lastly, i returned for a 1911; and thanks to stephen and the cool girl who also runs her own outdoors business (which is super impressive); i got my second SIG in .45acp. I am extremely happy with every one of my purchases and always leave in a good mood. (Which is a sign of good service) As a seasoned salesman and manager i know you sometimes have to save the client from their blowing their money on both cheap OR overpriced junk, and direct the towards proper QUALITY for their budget. I was able to notice they execute this perfectly and are extremely helpful. Ill give them my money any day. Hahaha. I Highly recommend this store. (10/10)

One of the managers, semi tall with glasses was extremely rude and disrespectful . He assumed I…read moredidn't have my FSC card off the bat. This happened on a Sunday around 2 or 3PM. He said "No you can't buy ammo" without even asking me if I had my FSC card. He acted like this because my friend was unable to purchase ammo so he assumed I was ineligible as well and said it in a rude way. My friend has always brought me here and done business with turners for years but both him and I will not be doing business here anymore after that disrespect. We rather do the extra 30 minute drive and go to bass pro shop or something. Make sure your employees have a good attitude and don't act like they're against us and our rights as citizens.

I've been a repeat customer with the Gun Attic for many many months now…read more I've always had a great experience with them. they are very knowledgeable and always willing to share every resource available to make sure my needs are fulfilled. Nate and Darrell are extremely well-versed in their industry they will answer all your questions! One of the best places in the bay area by far -- check them out!! Their custom builds are second to none!! Thanks Guys!!!

Thank God this guy is out of business. Be careful because he has changed the name of his business…read moreon Yelp several times. I brought my gun in for a very simple job and was charged $75 upfront. My gun then sat in his shop for three weeks with no call, no text, and no update whatsoever. When I finally went in to pick it up, three other customers were there arguing with him and complaining while trying to get their property back. My own experience wasn't any better. He became extremely confrontational and seemed willing to escalate the situation rather than simply return my firearm and handle the issue professionally. I ultimately had to make it clear that I was prepared to take legal action to get my gun back. The craziest part is that I took the gun to another shop afterward, and they showed me what needed to be done in about five seconds and didn't even charge me. Three weeks and $75 for something another shop handled immediately. Based on my experience, I would never trust this person with a firearm or any other property again.

Since my last review, I've brought several people over that have bought their bows there. All…read morewalked out with a top-tier experience (and bow). A few notes after reading the reviews. 1) Jim is really the peak of bowmen....an archer's archer. I've gone hunting with others that have previously hunted with Jim. They told me that Jim took an Alaskan bear at 105 yards with a single arrow. When I confronted him with this, he said, "naw, it was only 100 yards"...... 2) He's been the paid factory rep - the face of the factory - for at least one bow manufacturer. Not an honor lightly achieved. 3) His whole family shoots at the expert level. Some will be there for training events. 4) Jim as a million stories and will give selflessly in showing you, your friends, your class, your league how to shoot. However, he does not suffer fools lightly and if you come in with the "customer's always right" or some other attitude, he will feel no need to help you any longer. Conversely, he is great with kids and clumsies. If you've ever noodled the idea of trying out a bow (I hate using long bows, but compound bows are great fun without pulling yourself apart), I highly recommend that you go visit and ask to try out a rental bow for an hour. Very inexpensive. If you don't get hooked, there's always chess or scrap-booking...... Jim - it was a privilege to shoot my first real bow there. My daughter is your biggest fan. I'll be back soon.

I rarely leave reviews, but I had to make an exception after the experience Jim gave us at the…read moreshop. I walked in with very little knowledge and walked out not only with everything I needed to get started with a longbow, but also with a wealth of insight and guidance. Jim took an incredibly generous amount of his time to make sure both my partner and I were set up for success, answering every question and making the whole process feel approachable and exciting. He didn't try to oversell anything at all one of the most up front and honest blokes I've come across. It's honestly the first time I've been to a shop that shows this level of care and attention to newcomers, it was an absolutely brilliant experience. Because of Jim, his mate Travis, and everyone else we met there, this is quickly becoming a serious hobby for us. If you've even thought about trying archery, do yourself a favor and stop by, Jim will have you feeling confident and eager to start shooting in no time. No amount of online bow shopping or research will compare to chatting to Jim about what you need! Huge thanks to everyone at the shop, you're all fantastic. Looking forward to those longbow shooting events! Can't thank you all enough!