I recently attended the EDC + Vehicle Level 1 course and found it to be highly worthwhile. This…read morecourse effectively combines critical skills for everyday carry with practical vehicle-based scenarios. From the outset, the focus on accuracy when drawing and shooting from concealment was essential, and the smooth progression to incorporating speed felt natural and intuitive. The instruction on shooting from various seated positions, including both the driver's side and passenger's side, was incredibly valuable--especially learning how to shoot effectively toward your strong hand side as well as across your body to the opposite side. It was great to have the opportunity to practice these techniques in a controlled environment and a great instructor. You can dry fire all day, but there's nothing like getting out and being able to train and learn these techniques with live fire. The sounds and adrenaline are very different from dry firing or simply shooting down a lane, making the experience much more realistic and beneficial. The drills, which included both individual and team exercises, were engaging and enhanced our interaction. Egos, if any, were left at the gate and Lee's teaching style stood out--his approach made the class enjoyable and interactive while ensuring that even those with minimal experience (me), as well as veterans with over a decade of shooting (including competition shooters), walked away having gained new insights. I highly recommend this course for shooters at any level. Even if you excel in competitions, this course prepares you for the unpredictability of real-life situations, equipping you with the skills needed for those critical moments. Thanks Lee!

Lee is a very knowledgeable, intelligent, and humble guy. I took a class (Emergency Preparedness)…read morewith him and he taught me everything AND more. I will definitely be returning. After the class I and immediately went to his website. I ordered a shirt, and it is a great quality shirt. He actually threw in a beanie as well. I am picky about beanies, and it is amazing. 120% recommended.

Just completed part 1 of the USOW SERE class series - totally next level experience. Highly…read morerecommended.

This private company was amazing. We booked them for 5 hours for my best friend's bachelor party…read moreand Blue handled everything perfectly. We had an outdoor private ranch and they provided everything for one flat rate. All 8 of us had a lot of fun and left shooting better with the private instructors as well. They also provided custom shirts and videographer who gave us group reel and pics. On top of that, they provided BBQ that included brisket, ribs and much more for lunch. They make you feel like Family. I would highly recommend them and we left with memories as well. The Groom will always remember this day! Thanks Blue and the staff in making it an amazing day! Salute!

Just completed my CCW course with James. The 100% five star reviews don't lie. James has a way of…read moremaking the course interesting and interactive. It's evident he truly cares about an individuals fundamental right to carry. I found the curriculum, training, and certification process extremely informative and would highly recommend it to anyone looking to take their 16 hour initial course. I definitely learned way more than I ever bargained for. Thanks again, for a great experience!

I would definitely recommend this class. James is an excellent instructor who is very knowledgeable…read morewith personal firearm protection. I really appreciated the smaller classroom size and the time James took to review materials and the questions he answered.

Mike's passion for self defense and helping students is tremendous. He's a wealth of practical…read moreknowledge and I really enjoyed learning a lot in his Defensive Shooting Fundamentals 1 class. I look forward to training with Mike and Stronghold Dynamic again.

Mike Dasargo has the unique ability to take decades of experience, break it down into clear, simple…read morecommunication and lead you through drills that teach you the concepts in a very efficient and quick manner. It's highly functional training for the real world and it's application oriented. This means, he's not going to teach you as if you're a solider in war, unless that's what you are. You'll walk away having learned a lot, with a better perspective and the tools to execute in different scenarios. And best of all, you'll have skills to train on your own and improve. Truly a master of his art. I brought my 12 year old son and he did amazing thanks to Mike's leadership, patience and experience. Can't wait to take more courses.

Took my initial CCW initial class with instructor Paul in 2024 & was approved with Permitium within…read more30 days. The class was a state compliant course & was focused on firearms safety. Fast forward to 2026, and 712 days has gone by and I had to renew. My instructor was Alisha Curtin; who was amazing. She knew how to converse and keep the class engaged! Sign up, you will not be disappointed . 8 hours went by quickly.

Highly Recommend! Alisha was the best instructor. Calm, cool, collected and caters the class to the…read morestudents level. Felt so comfortable with her. Great material, case studies, practical practice, etc. Very good for all levels depending what you are trying to achieve.

Rocky not only demonstrates his expertise but also his patience and commitment to safety. Rocky…read morekeeps the range moving efficiently, and offers excellent advice with regard to firearms safety and improving the shooter skillset. He has provided an excellent tiered membership system with unmatched benefits for CCW license holders in California. I strongly recommend H2K Defense - regardless of skill level!

Rocky is awesome!! He is so incredibly knowledgeable and talented when it comes to firearms. Safety…read moreis a top priority in every class and no matter your skill level you will feel comfortable and confident that you are in good hands. I highly recommend H2K Defense for your all firearm training needs.

Practical Defense Systems' 16-hour CCW course is hands down one of the best classes you can spend…read moreyour hard-earned money on, especially in this economy. I would 10/10 recommend it to all my family members before they begin carrying. I have been carrying a firearm overtly for over 16 years and concealed for nearly nine years. During that time, I've taken numerous tactical shooting courses ranging from low to medium speed and drag. Going into this class, I initially thought a 16-hour California CCW course would be a waste of my time and money. However, Joel and Dave's expert knowledge, experience, and the overall flow of the course quickly changed my perspective. The material was well presented, practical, and highly relevant. The significant amount of simulator time was especially valuable and helped reinforce real-world decision-making. I'm very glad I took their course and definitely feel better equipped to carry concealed in the Wild West that is California. Thanks, gentlemen -- I look forward to taking more courses in the future.

This review is a few months late. But I took the 16 hour CCW training course that is required for…read moreyour CCW California permit. This was by far the best course I could recommend. Joe made sure we weren't sitting in a classroom being bored with reading and presentations. We got hands on practical training and situational training. I was intimated being the only woman in a room of men, but Joe continued to help me feel comfortable in my own abilities despite anyone else in the room. He has other courses and training which are valuable to anyone that own a firearm or looking to own one.

Excellent training. Went for my initial 16 hr CCW training. The class was well organized and was…read moredone in a way that made the time fly by. Arthur (Jimmy) is a great trainer. I went to get the required time in to get my permit and ended up learning so much more and had more fun than I expected. The simulator is a great way to put into practice what you are learning and get more time participating in your training rather than sitting and looking at slides. On the range, the entire team was helpful and friendly. They made sure it was a safe environment and that everyone understood what was expected and helped you prepare for the actual qualification part of the training. I would recommend going to any firearms training with "The Gunsmith Guy". I will be scheduling more training myself after some time practicing what I have learned. The cost is a great factor too, one of the lower cost classes I found, but top tier when it comes to the actual training.

Jimmy's CCW course is excellent. I really wasn't sure how I'd feel about 16 hours of training, but…read morehe did a great job keeping all the students engaged and made the course fun. The simulator in the classroom was something I didn't expect -- we tested our shooting skills and practiced different defensive scenarios. The qualification at their private outdoor range was so much better than shooting at an indoor range. These guys are pros, and I plan on using them again in two years.