I attended an all-ladies pistol class this past weekend. The class is held in one of the office…read morespaces in a brick building. There is plenty of parking and the class is held in a room that is very well-lit, comfortable, clean, with lots of visuals and information posted and... coffee and snacks! I had no expectations because I had absolutely no idea what to expect and didn't know anything about guns or ammo. I can honestly say that after this class, I feel very comfortable and am much more knowledgeable. Lisa and Matt are passionate about what they do and are very well-versed on all topics related to shooting, with safety above all else. The indoor shorting range we went to after i took the written test, is about an 8 minute drive. I was filled with nervous excitement, but once we started shooting, I only felt excitement because I felt really prepared! I walked through every step each time. Lisa and Matt offered lots of great advice based on their experience, and I'm grateful to have found them and this class. They offer a variety of classes and I plan to continue my education through them.

Lisa and Matt do a fabulous job! They provide a comfortable learning environment, positive…read morereinforcement, and are extremely knowledgeable. I highly recommend their pistol permit classes!

Great experience in the CT certification training. my wife and I enjoyed the comprehensive nature…read moreof the class and Bob's willingness to answer all our questions and patiently make sure we understood what we needed to know. the hands on training g was especially valuable. we recommend him highly.

Completed my CT permit a few years back here. Staff was knowledgeable and class was smooth. No…read moreissues in process. They have a good range. Store is ok not a huge inventory but always have some nice pieces. I have purchased thru hear a few times. Staff and process were great no issues. Will keep coming back

Took the NRA Basic Pistol Permit Course here. It was a one day course involving loading, unloading…read moreand live firing. Explanation of range rules and laws in obtaining a pistol permit. With the course they also offer the option to acquire a Utah permit. Instructor was clear, informative and answered all questions. Easy online registration for courses offered.

This is one of the best firearms training schools in CT. No…read morenonsense approach to training. Carmelo is a great teacher. I took CCW, In and Out of Home protection, and also Metallic Reloading. Carmelo also has a small but very good store and he always manages to sell me on something...either an accessory or a pistol. He always has something unique from belt buckle 22's to buckmarks and of course Glocks. I plan on taking Shotgun Reloading and Muzzle Loading...Can't wait to get that going in the New Year.

Top-Tier Instruction at Defensive Shooting Academy…read more If you're looking for firearms training that combines expert level knowledge with real world approachability, look no further than Defensive Shooting Academy. Carmelo and Taisah are outstanding instructors not only are they extremely knowledgeable about firearms, ammunition, and (most importantly) safety, but they also have a natural talent for teaching. Whether you're a brand new shooter or someone with years of experience under your belt, they meet you where you are and take you further. Their teaching style is clear, engaging, and hands-on, with a focus on building both confidence and skill. And here's the thing they're not just instructors, they're good people. Down-to-earth, respectful, and genuinely passionate about what they do. In today's world, that's rare. As a 13 year Marine combat veteran, I've seen a lot and trained with some of the best and I still walked away from their classes learning new things. That says a lot. If I can learn from them, trust me, anyone can. Whether you're training for self-defense, looking to improve your marksmanship, or pursuing certifications like the CCW Instructor Course, this is the place to do it. I highly recommend Defensive Shooting Academy and fully plan on coming back for more training.

Haven't been here in a while and I remember why. They don't seem very personable. Being a female, I…read moredon't feel welcomed when coming into this store. I'm not one of the "boys" and it shows I haven't been here in years, but it's a bummer that they don't offer ladies shoot free on Tuesday any longer. We didn't realize we had to grab a number to be waited on because it's been so long. Walked around the store and stood by the counter for a good 15 minutes before we asked someone how to purchase a gun. Told us what we needed to do but didn't seem like it was worth the wait. The prices are a lot little higher compared to other gun stores I've been to. Not sure if I'll come back. They have a wide range of guns to choose from

I Came here to possibly buy a gun. I didn't know that you had to grab a ticket at the counter to be…read moreserved. After I got a ticket, I waited around for an hour until my number was called. At this time, I got helped by staff. And I purchased a firefly that was on sale for Black Friday. Staff were helpful. I even go a free T-shirt with my purchase.

Great instructors, very informative, had lots of patience with first timers. Felt very comfortable…read moreand safe, left feeling confident.

Went here for CPR and First Aid training for a couple years now.This building has other business on…read morethe first and second floor and is kept clean .Our instructor was Emily and she was very nice,very knowledgeable and made the class very fun !

In addition to the existing many five star reviews for Amanda's swimming teaching skills, I really…read moreappreciate her great communication ethics and flexible scheduling. In just few sessions, my 5 year old daughter can now confidently float, swim forward, willingly stay under water and pickup toys from the bottom repetitively and other basic swiming/survival functions we all want our kids to learn. Thank you.

My son is 11. He's had many years of swim lessons at a few different places, but let's just say…read more.. it doesn't come naturally to him. He had his first lesson with Amanda yesterday and it was great! I can tell he'll be gaining confidence and learning a lot. She's an excellent teacher.