Considering owning and shooting a gun? Build your knowledge, refine your skills, and get excellent…read moreinstruction from Joe at Safe Family Defense. Your success could save your life and the lives of your loved ones!

From the owner: Safe Family Defense is a firearms academy that is taking a whole new approach to personal safety…read moreand defense by taking the edginess out of the typical teaching approach and meeting people where they are on an emotional and practical level. From private, individual basic and advanced pistol instruction to concealed weapons permit (CWP) classes and sporting rifle classes, it is our mission to ensure that each and every student that walks through our doors be equipped with the ability to avoid conflict in the first place and know how to properly use a firearm as a last resort.

Great instructors. My daughters had zero, no firearm shooting experience and went to this class. I…read moretook my girlfriend shooting but I never thought her the basics of jams and firearm techniques. Chuck and the other instructor, sorry I forgot his name, took the time to teach them. The majority of the time was spent on shooting. Yes, they did give us a safety briefing but it was mainly shooting. They were very patient, especially to my nervous girlfriend. It's been well over 3 days now and they still talking about how much fun they had. Next time I'll have them teach them shotguns. I highly recommend them especially nowadays.

My cousin and I took a class with Chuck and had an amazing experience. My cousin never held a gun…read moreor shot a gun before and by the end of the class she learned the proper way to hold and shoot a gun. I highly recommend this class for anyone who wants to know how to properly use firearms. Also, I think this class would be very beneficial for women who want to learn defensive shooting! This class is informative and fun. Chuck was very professional and knowledgeable and so was his colleague Mr. Anderson. The class was from 10-5 but the time went by quick. Definitely would go again! Check them out!

I had the best experience training with Mike. He is very knowledgeable and answered all my…read morequestions. I had a great time.

From the owner: The purpose of the business is to help individuals build their skill set and be able to defend…read morethemselves and their loved ones. Through this business individuals will have the opportunity to take the SC CWP course, as well as many other firearms courses. This business also has an FFL, so we can look into getting any firearms you would love to have

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. - AR-15 Fundamentals - Non-Lethal Defensive Tools - Concealed Carry & Home Defense Training Counselor - Emergency First Aid Fundamentals 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, Excessive Bleeding & Splinting. 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. Jerry was recently selected to be an instructor for training classes through the Cabela's Shield Program. Cabela's Shield offers mini class instruction as well as state permit classes and Jerry's classes are taught at the Bass Pro/Cabela's location in Ft. Mill, SC, which is across from Carowinds. Go to Cabela's-Shield.com for more information.

one of the cadre was very disrespectful towards me to the point I had to leave. I told him I prefer…read moreto shoot a shadow on the berm instead of paper or steel targets, as the dust signature shows your point of impact clearly without having to walk out 600 yards to look at the target. He started gaslighting me and then told his boss I was bullying him. The owner emailed me stating I have to use a paper or steel target, yet the rules state you can also shoot the berm. I asked for a refund since I didn't get to shoot off one round and the owner said no. Find another range.

I highly recommend Champion Defense L.L.C CWP class. Jay Harris and his entire staff are extremely…read moreprofessional and knowledgeable. Everyone learns things differently. Jay has a phenomenal ability to explain things in a variety of ways so that everyone understands. He made me feel very comfortable learning the safe handling of firearms by teaching the proper way to use and how to safely handle firearms which should be the number one priority if you plan on having a firearm at home for personal protection. With the training I received, I feel confident that I am now equipped with the knowledge I need to not only purchase a firearm to bring into my home for protection but also how to use it properly. I'm really looking forward to taking some advanced classes with Champion Defense. I was so very impressed with the way that Jay conducts his business, very professional and friendly. I gathered a group of friends to take the class with me and I h received calls with high praise from all that attended the class on Saturday. I will be recommending Champion Defense L.L.C, to all of my friends and family. Jay, thanks again. You're a true professional. Maxine M.

I truly enjoyed my self defense shooting training with Gray Lady Self Defense!! I was afraid to…read morehandle my gun- let alone load it and shoot it! I signed up for the basic training to see if it would help me build my confidence. Y'all! It was fun, informative, interesting, and I can't wait to continue my training!!! Loved Kandy and her instruction! Please give her a try. You will not be disappointed!!

Great class and great teacher. The small and all female class made me feel safe, and regardless of…read moreour level of knowledge we weren't talked down to. I learned a lot and gained a lot of confidence.

While visiting Charleston from Canada, we found C&S & visited them twice during our time in the…read morearea & we're so glad we did! The staff are top-notch, professional, knowledgeable & very accommodating. They pulled out all the stops to ensure we had a great time on the range on both visits. The range was well arranged, well lit & the lanes were roomy. The digital target controls were great as was the selection of targets to use! We were afforded the opportunity to shoot a variety of guns; a Glock 17 in 9mm, a Staccato in 9mm, a S&W revolver in .38 Spl, a 1911 in .45 ACP, as well as a variety of AR platforms in 7.62x39, .308 & 5.56 NATO. Great fun! On the second visit, our hosts worked some magic & found an AK-47 in 7.62x39 to shoot too! My son was super-stoked about that! Such firearms are unavailable for use these days back home, so it was great fun & educational to have the opportunity to use them. We would definitely visit C&S again if we get down to Charleston on another occasion. Great store, great range & great people.

Back here at C & S Shooting Sports off of Rivers Ave and I-526 area. Very convenient location to…read morego to. Staff here are awesome and they have great customer service. If you are looking to hone your skills or look at firearms definitely come here staff is very knowledgeable. Also solid pricing for firearms and for target shooting. Easy 5 Stars !!