The is an excellent concealed carry class. Especially for women. It is not intimidating at all. I…read moreloved it. Jim is a fantastic teacher. If you are interested in a CCW class this is the best place to go!

James Cable is a top notch instructor! Very knowledgable and informative, he doesn't just teach he…read moregets the class involved in the course! I highly recommend taking your CCW class with "Conceal Carry 1 "!

Took Daniels 8-hour North Carolina concealed carry class, this is the best comprehensive training…read moreclass I've ever had for gun training, he covers all the subjects, the test booklet is 100% dead on with the latest laws, shooting at the range was very safe and secure, highly suggest taking this class even if you don't want to get your concealed carry permit, pay online early you get a $10 discount, him and his wife are a wonderful team, please share with others, Education and Training is key when owning a firearm.

I took Daniel's North Carolina Concealed Carry Class recently and have to give it a top rating. The…read moreclass was informative, and Daniel's teaching technique made the subject matter interesting. I highly recommend the class and Daniel Matthews as the instructor.

I've taken 2 classes with TAC so far, and plan to return for more! Kim and Lewis are fantastic…read moreinstructors who share their vast knowledge in a fun, inviting, family-oriented atmosphere! If you've never held a gun before, sign up for an intro class. If you're a seasoned shooter looking to train, sign up for an advanced class. No matter the class, you will enjoy yourself and learn more than you planned!!

I highly recommend Take Aim Carolina. My wife and I took the concealed carry and shotgun courses…read more Both courses exceeded our expectations. Lewis and Kim are educators and it shows in the courses. The level of professionalism combined with a personal touch is unsurpassed. We look forward to taking many more courses from them in the future!

I can't say enough about Wes Reese and the North Carolina Concealed Carry certification course…read moreoffered through Reese Firearms. Being both a veteran and someone that had previously gone through concealed carry certification in another state, you can imagine how excited I was NOT to sit through more fairly basic-level training. I couldn't have been more wrong. Wes is one of the most knowledgeable individuals you will ever meet when it comes to firearms and the relevant NC laws. Additionally, he makes some otherwise dry material interesting and funny, and is very engaging with the class. The videos Wes used to supplement the material were mostly funny, but were very relevant to the subject matter and the humor just made the material all the more memorable. Pizza lunch was delivered by Pizza Hut at 11:15 and Wes just kept rolling through the material while we ate. Shortly after lunch, a guest speaker from US Defense Shield spoke to the class about carrying legal protection in the event you ever find yourself in a self-defense situation, firearm or not, and how you plan to defend yourself criminally and civilly after the fact (because you will have to regardless of what happened, and how). Once again, very thought provoking, and not something most folks consider. The classroom portion is located in Kernersville and the range is in Thomasville, approximately 25-30 minutes away with light traffic. I didn't realize this until I received the confirmation e-mail after I registered, but it wasn't a big deal for me. If that matters to you, don't forget to plan ahead. Range qualification was quick and efficient and the class was dismissed from the range while anyone that wanted to stick around to shoot Wes's arsenal was welcomed. Either way, you leave the range that day with your certificate in hand, ready to join the world as the next concealed carriers (as soon as your local Sheriff approves your application). If you live in or anywhere remotely near the Triad Area, and are considering concealed carry training, there's just no better option than Wes Reese and Reese Firearms.

Great instructor for gun safety/NC concealed carry! Wes goes above and beyond when teaching. He…read moreuses real life examples and props. It is easy to schedule online. You can tell he has a passion for gun safety and education and does an amazing job! Would highly recommend! Thank you Wes!

Very professional hands-on firearms training and certification classes! I highly recommend the…read moreservices offered!

From the owner: We offer Concealed carry classes, and self defense classes in a safe ammunition free environment. read more

Apache Solutions is by far the best training facility and people in NC. Their staff is first rate,…read moretheir facility is nice and they offer a wide variety of classes for every skill level. They offer classes in pistol, shotgun and rifle. Their Responsibly Armed Citizen Program is top notch if you are interested in becoming a competent concealed carrier. They also have several guest instructors throughout the year that are nationally recognized. You are missing out if you have not trained here.

Excellent, professional firearm courses. Tim Kelly (owner) is an experienced instructor and…read moremarkesman. We completed our concealed carry course with Apache Solutions on a Saturday (8:30 am - 6 pm). Prior to the class, we received information describing the class, test, and needed materials. The classroom portion of the course took place in an air conditioned building (gym attached to a church). Due to COVID-19, they request that participants complete an additional waiver. The gym was large enough that we could maintain social distance. The classroom portion was engaging, informative, and time managed well with several short breaks and a longer lunch break A book is provided to follow along with the slides. If you plan to keep the book, it's $6. The book is helpful, but complicated. Tim Kelly explained the information clearly so it was easy to understand and relate to potential scenarios. He led us through examples and highly encouraged questions. He maintained a welcoming, well planned environment conducive to learning and effective instruction. During the class, a representative from US Law Shield came to talk to us about laws, representation, and insurance. As the classroom portion ended, we completed the written assessment. The test was straightforward since the information was presented well. After the test, we took a lunch break and met at a different location for the shooting portion. It was certainly hot (end of June, midday), so plan accordingly for the weather. They had a shelter, tents, chairs, and tables set up so there was a place to set our gear and ample shade and seating. Before starting the shooting portion, Tim Kelly clearly walked us through the rules and what to expect. I liked how he included the protocol for what to do in an emergency. Even though the concealed carry course does not teach how to shoot a handgun (as expected), the class still covered proper grip, gun safety, gun etiquette, loading, and unloading. After practicing proper grip and gun etiquette, in three heats we completed the shooting test. The courses are well staffed and controlled. They consistently maintained a safe environment throughout the course. Knowledgeable, helpful employees were always around to provide assistance and answer questions. More material was covered after the test before receiving our certificates. We would highly recommend Apache Solutions to others and look forward to taking more courses with them.

Jerry is a top notch USCCA / NRA Instructor. If you are considering getting you SC or NC Concealed…read moreWeapons Training contact Palmetto Patriot Firearms Training. Glad I did.

From the owner: Jerry Ranson holds the following ratings from the NRA: -…read moreChief Range Safety Officer - Basic Pistol Instructor - First Steps Handgun Instructor - Refuse To Be A Victim Instructor Jerry holds the following ratings from The USCCA, (United States Concealed Carry Association): - Range Safety Officer - Defensive Shooting Fundamentals Level 1 Instructor - Countering the Mass Shooting Threat Instructor - Concealed Carry & Home Defense Instructor - Women's Handgun & Self Defense Instructor. He is also licensed in South Carolina to conduct Concealed Weapons Permit Classes and by North Carolina to conduct Concealed Handgun Classes. Jerry has a current certificate from the American Red Cross in Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED and has completed the Stop the Bleed course of instruction. You can see Jerry's training schedule and sign up for a course or individual instruction at ppftllc.com and navigate to the Courses tab on the menu bar, and then click on the tab titled My USCCA Courses & My NRA Courses.

Excellent Concealed Carry class. Instructor was very knowledgeable. It was important that we become…read morecomfortable with our firearm and she helped us learn how to take it apart, clean it safety, shooting, and all the laws that apply to a firearm in North Carolina as well as Concealed Carry for other states. There was an outdoor range. Thoroughly enjoyed this class.

My mom, girlfriend, and I had an excellent time attending a concealed carry class. Dave and Nicole…read more were very knowledgeable and clearly cared about giving us the best possible experience. All three of us would highly recommend them.

Excellent excellent knowledge. Extremely helpful. Selection and prices were great…read more They showed me lots of different options based off my needs. Different prices, different manufacturers.

This was my first time visiting Poppies, and it was not disappointing at all. The sales staff were…read moreattentive, knew how to match my criteria to the right product and the prices are very competitive. The selection of products was also very good. I recommend stopping in to Poppies before you go to the big box stores.