Martin and his crew were extremely respectful, informative, patient and great teachers! They were very aware of the class at all times & made it very safe and effective in respect to training. I found the pace and class size to be just right (I think 8 people). I received a lot of one-on-one training during the class (ok, I was obviously the least experienced shooter in the group, but Martin and other AIM employees were very encouraging & taught me more than I thought I would learn in just one class. Although this was my first class with AIM Firearms Training, I believe anybody would have an equally great experience & learn a lot. I will definitely take more classes from AIM. read more

Let me start by saying Martin and his Team are top notch. I recently took their 16 hour CCW course and I was blown away by their dedication to safety, attention to detail, instruction, and overall handgun fundamentals. If you are looking for a CCW course, this is the place to go. I walked away feeling confident about my knowledge of CCW carry laws, how to draw and handle my firearm, when and why to draw a firearm, and most importantly the value of human life. Trust me when I say you will not be disappointed with this course or any course that Martin and AIM firearms provides. read more

Martin does a deep, technical dive of gun safety, demonstrating the do's and don'ts. He covers environmental red flags and real life scenarios. After practicing on paper and metal targets, he gives precise feedback. He times your draw and shot compared to how quickly an intruder would be approaching. That he has his own private range, was a plus. No need to worry about or watch for sloppy or dangerous people who have no training and no business handling a lethal weapon. His expertise is evident from the second you meet him until you part. I highly recommend his 4 hour one-on-one private session and the 2 hour follow up series to stay sharp. If you're on a budget, the small group trainings is a good option. This is a great way to enjoy fresh air and have fun in a safe environment. read more

Martin at AIM is so good I had to leave a review. I wish I could leave more than 5 stars. Went for the CCW class and Martin went above and beyond. He really loves what he does and wants to share that with you. Very safe, professional, and educational. I will definitely be taking advanced classes and telling anyone who needs firearm training about AIM. Highly recommend!!!! read more

I took the 16hr CCW initial class and it was great. Martin (in addition his other instructors) is a great instructor, very knowledgable and provides a great environment to learn. He goes above and beyond the bare minimum for this course and introduces some training in addition to the shooting qualifications that other CCW classes don't offer. I will definitely be taking more courses with him. read more

Good thing I found AIM Firearms Training, it was a top notch training. Awesome instructor, I will definitely choose AIM Firearms Training on my next training. read more

First time having any professional firearm training. Took the 16 hour CCW course to be certified. Martin and his team are kind, knowledgeable in their crafts, friendly, and always ensure the range is a safe learning environment for beginners and those who are more experienced. Giving pointers and corrections to improve on your skill without changing what is already comfortable to you. Adding on extra to the curriculum to push students to step out of your comfort zone and showing areas that can be improved in their skill. Will definitely recommend taking a course with Martin and his team. Absolutely will take more courses with him in the future. read more

Wow! I can't begin to describe just how special Martin and team are as professional firearms trainers. I had an absolutely incredible time doing my 16 hour CCW class this past weekend. They are incredibly knowledgeable, highly skilled, extremely patient, and KIND. The atmosphere they create is relaxed but very much still safety-focused--a rarity, it seems, compared to other training services I've researched. I learned a tremendous amount in a short time and am looking forward to taking their other courses to sharpen my skills even further. I highly recommend AIM FT--you won't be disappointed. read more

I just took this class today and have to say that this was the best firearms class I've ever taken. Martin and his instructors are very articulate and pay attention to the smallest detail. This is exactly what I was looking for. I want to get better as a shooter and learn the fine mechanics and that's exactly what I got. Thank you so much Martin! -Roy read more

BEST firearms instructor and trainer around the Sacramento area! I've went through Martin for my initial CCW class and just got done renewing with him again. You can tell he has such a passion for teaching gun safety and handling. There's a reason why me and my co-workers have trained/qualified with him for years! do not hesitate with signing up for one of his classes, you will not be disappointed! I will continue to renew and attend some of his classes without a doubt! read more

I learned so much about safety and being comfortable with handling firearms with this class. Martin and his team did a great job on taking their time to go through each step of gun safety , which is the most important lesson I took away from my experience. I highly highly recommend them if you're looking into learning and having a good time. read more

I was looking for a renewal course ASAP and notice all of them where booked in late June/July. I decided to message Martin through yelp and he promptly told me he had openings that coming Sunday. That was a "Wow" moment for me as most places where not even flexible or prompt. Renewal day came and he was on time and the qualification was only 10 minutes away. This was my 3rd time renewing and first time with Martin and he was all about safety, learning and having fun! I liked that the class started outside (So bring a hat and sunblock) as most places start inside a classroom and then you drive off 10-20 minutes away to fire/qualify. Once on the range he walked us through each interval and then we shot our weapons as opposed to going through all the requirements and us forgetting everything they say. After we all qualified, we had the opportunity to go over any techniques and tips and they (all instructors) stayed back to help out. Overall A+++ experience and I look forward to attending other courses with him. I'd like to get my wife her CCW and will definitely go through Martin in the future!! read more

I received such outstanding training with Martin that I cant wait to take another class.  He has such strong knowledge based and a lot of experience. His teaching method is very intuitive and methodical in that in the few hours I spent in class, I drastically improved. His emphasis on safety and efficiency on handling a firearm resulted not only an improvement on my skills but also gave me greater confidence. I showed up not knowing what to expect and was a bit intimidated but his friendly personality immediately created a relax and fun environment.  Everyone in the class had different level of skills and knowledge but he took the time to work with everyone individually.  I truly enjoyed his class and strongly recommend to anyone who owns a firearm. Its doesn't matter if you're newbie or someone that has a collection in their safe. read more

We took Martin's Level 1 Handgun Basics class as a family. At the start of instruction I, myself was a bit anxious about going through the safety progression and handling the guns. By the end, after drilling and some gentle correction I felt quite a bit more confident, but still respectful of the necessary safety protocols. Martin gives clear instructions without ramming them down your throat; kinda yoda-ish with safety ALWAYS as the focus. One of my favorite parts was when Martin shot 2 flies that landed on the target sheet (sorry fly lovers)! ;0 Really awesome experience and I'm looking forward to learning more! read more

It was time for CCW renewal and a friend recommended Martin at AIM. We are so lucky to have found him. For starters, I was happy to be at an outdoor training facility. However what really impressed me was Martin and his support team's attention to safety and training. After our education and clear instructions, Martin had only 3-4 people step up to the line at a time and each person had a personal staff spotter. Wow. It was great getting instruction and observations from people who could see different angles of your gun handling skills. I was definitely rusty after a year of Covid and less practice than normal. But Martin was very calm and encouraging. He gave great tips and reminders and never rolled his eyes or made me feel inferior. On top of that, Martin won't brag but he has firearm credentials longer than his arm, just ask his history. Both my husband and I walked away better for the time spent and we both can't wait fir our next classes with AIM! All the staff were super friendly, encouraging and helpful. Definitely train with Martin and AIM. read more

I took my Ccw renewal class with Martin and I was very pleased as I learned far more with him than I did in my much larger initial class I took elsewhere. I received more one on one time with him and the overall experience just felt a lot more Genuine. I will be following up with a more advanced class in the future with AIM. Do u have your CCW yet? read more

What a great instructor Martin is. I feel more confident and comfortable with my firearm after just one class. I look forward to taking more with him. Thank you Martin for sharing your knowledge and expertise. The class was awesome. read more

Just completed my CCW renewal with Martin And I was highly impressed. From the beginning the instructions were clear, The communication was on time and professional. He had five helpers for the class they were all very professional, courteous and knowledgeable. The class was run smoothly and efficiently and Martin holds each student to high standards. I look forward to taking other classes that Martin offers and will definitely go to him for my CCW renewal in the future. read more

Man great class. It was a cool group. In a safe environment with a auper professional and safe intructor! Thank you for this great day! read more

My husband and I just completed his CCW course. From the moment we contacted Martin he was professional yet personable. He put us at ease while always maintaining a safe environment. I would highly recommend his classes. We plan on taking more and having our kids take some classes from his as well. read more

I recently took the CCW initial course with Martin. Man best decision I ever made. I was extremely nervous before taking his course. I didn't know what to expect and was afraid I was going to fail. Martin makes sure every one of his students pass the course, unless you're completely unsafe with a firearm. He keeps his class size small to ensure safety of his students. He notices every little tiny details and makes adjustments if needed. Martin makes the class extremely fun and enjoyable. I learned a tremendous amount just from this one course. I highly recommend everyone take his course. I will definitely be signing up for his other courses! read more

I came to Martin all the way from the Bay Area after reading about his great reviews on yelp! Every review was 100% accurate. My husband, sister-in-law, and I really enjoyed his gun safety 101 class. He made this class fun while being very thorough and patient from beginning to end. Martin has a true passion for teaching people safe techniques and habits. I walked away from this class feeling very confident that I can now safely own and handle a gun! I am eager to take more classes with Martin in the future!!! read more

I have gone to AIM for ALL my Conceal Carry initial and renewals since i got my CCP. Martin and the gang are excellent, safe, good educators, and have an incredibly high degree of knowledge and skill. At all times we were safe, nearly every conceivable circumstance was discussed, proper techniques were shown and practiced, and our skill levels improved. I will continue to use AIM for ALL my future gun safely learning. read more

I've learned some real valuable things today from Martin. I honestly didn't expect to get so much out of his course. He gave everyone individual instructions on what we can work on and how we can improve. He also tailored the class to the group's skill level. We had discussions that goes beyond the typical CCW shooting qualification and he taught us tactics. He definitely have mad ninja skills! I will definitely take another course from him. read more

Couldn't have asked for a better firearms training class. Martin and his team were super cool, safety focused and 100% professional and fun. If you need any firearms training in the greater Sacramento area this is the place to go. read more

My son and I received private lessons from Martin. Very professional. Concise instruction. Awesome safety awareness. Very passionate at his craft. I would highly suggest that you don't go elsewhere. Thank you Martin.! read more

Martin was an outstanding instructor. He mixes humor and professionalism in his courses and I would recommend him to anyone. He really has a lot of knowledge and I can tell he has a lot of passion and love for his line of work. He was very patient and explains things very well. The guys he has around him are skilled, knowledgeable, and humble. I really enjoyed the CCW class. I will definitely be taking future classes with him!! read more

Hands down best instructor around!! I am a women with minimal handgun experience under my belt. I signed up for his CCW course and I can tell you the nerves were flowing. From the classroom instruction to the Range he explained everything in detail, no questions were left unanswered. At the range class size was perfect size 8 in group, he prefers smaller class sizes so that give himself and his team time to really watch gun handling, safety and spend the little extra time to make corrections or suggestions regarding form. Martin is all about making you better than when you came in. I can't say enough good things about him and his team they are an awesome group. You can tell this is Martin's passion in life! It was truly an honor to be in his class and I will be returning for future classes to better my skills. I definitely am leaving this class with more knowledge and I am more comfortable and confident with my firearm. Thank you again Martin and your team for such a great experience! 10/10 read more

Martin and his team are amazing to work with. Best all around training and qualifying I have ever received. He is patient, answers any and all questions and gives lots of great feedback. I won't go anywhere else from now on. read more

Just finished the private lesson with Martin this morning! It was absolutely the best firearm training experience ever!! Martin is not only highly skilled and talented instructor but also the most humble instructor I ever have met. With so much knowledge he has and plus passion and positive energy he spreads, it easily makes the best experience with him at his range! His private outdoor range is super nice, clean and very well organized environment! I highly recommend Martin to anyone and any levels who wants to learn and improve your skills. I will definitely go back and training with him in near future!! read more

I will be taking more classes from Martin. He cares about the individual success of the student, and will work as much as he can with those who are struggling. Good advice, knowledge, and skill. Would not want to get into a draw against this guy! read more

If you are contemplating getting your CCW or just need a basic pistol class this is the place. Martin is very knowledgeable and makes you feel at ease and comfortable. The smaller class size is a plus for this type of training because you don't want to feel uncomfortable about asking any questions. I have taken other classes and this was the best by far. read more

I could not ask for a better firearms instructor. Martin makes sure that you understands not only the fundamentals but the safety. He will try to answer all your questions and if doesn't know the answer he will find out for you. His classes are small to make sure that you feel comfortable. He will book you last minute if he needs to(please try not to do that, he has a life too). He is knowledgeable and will help you practice and show you what you are doing wrong. He wants you to understand what you are doing wrong which is great compared to other instructors. read more

I highly recommend AIM Firearms Training to anyone who is a beginner or even a seasoned shooter. I've taken many classes before with different instructors and never did learn much. They were more about telling "war stories" or talking about their "glory days." Within a few minutes I learned more about shooting, reloading, and drawing from a holster than I ever did from taking classes from other instructors. Martin and the rest of the staff took the time to correct mistakes I've made where instructors in the past didn't. Majority of the instructors in the past I trained under did not take their time to make the students better shooters. Martin and the rest of the staff did. Martin and his staff are great guys who take a humble, safe approach to teaching you. Props to Brandon, he really made me feel welcomed. I will continue to train with Martin and AIM Firearms training and I highly recommend others to train with them as well. read more

Best instructor in the game very informative and makes sure you walk out a better shooter than you were before taking his class. lve seen him transform first time nervous shooters to confident and safe gun owners. Take a class or a private you won't regret it read more

I can easily give Martin my highest possible recommendation!! My wife and I, both educators, and our two kids (19-year old daughter and 17-year old son) took Martin's Level 1 - Handgun Basics 101 class. We adults hadn't been shooting in years, and the kids had never been, which made them a little apprehensive. Martin was the perfect teacher: very patient and gentle, very reassuring, and very thorough. Safety was the highest priority, and Martin wouldn't move on to the next part of the class until we had mastered each task. The lesson progression was laid out in a very logical fashion, with the goal of slowly allowing everyone to become safely comfortable before we moved on to the next step. This was a very fun family outing. The very next day, I was able to pass the FSC with flying colors and purchase a handgun. We will definitely be taking other classes with Martin in the near future! read more

There were 3 of us from our household that came to train with Martin and from the moment I contacted him he was very responsive. From the the time we started, he was extremely thourough and stressed safety, which was the main reason we wanted to take a basic fundamental class. He taught us from the ground up and when we started we were nervous and uncomfortable and by the end we felt comfortable and so much more knowledgeable. He is a super nice guy, professional and makes it enjoyable. We can't recommend him enough. My only concern is now we want to take more classes with him and I'm sure this review along with the others that are so positive, will have him booked up even more so! Thanks Martin for your expertise and a positive experience making us comfortable with guns in case of ever needing to use one! You rock! read more

My wife and I wanted to add and extra layer of protection to our home by owning a firearm. However, we had no experience whatsoever with it. This is where Martin came in to help us understand the whole scope of owning a firearm. He was patient with us from the very first I called to when we had dozens of questions at the end. He is a great instructor for novices. I would highly recommend him for firearm training and safety. read more

I just renewed my CCW with Martin. I was very Happy and Satisfied. So far, this was the best CCW class I had !! Learned a lot from Martin !! The best guy in the West !! read more

Do you want the red pill, or the blue pill? If you are looking to simply attain a CCW permit, Martin is not the instructor for you. If you want to learn how to become proficient, knowledgeable, and prepared Martin is your man. His passion for teaching is incredible! We are blessed having a man of this caliber (no pun intended) serving our community. If you are looking for instruction to obtain a CCW, I can't imagine a better teacher...I strongly recommend this course. read more