These men are amazing and very knowledgeable! I've learned so much about weapons safety and the…read moreimportance of protection. Thank you so much for the advice and the wonderful knowledge I've gained and I appreciate your protection detail for my daughter's party. We all felt safe, secure and at ease. God bless you Men of Standards

Being a Ret CSM, It was good going through the basic fundamentals of precision fire all over again…read more I enjoyed the class and instructor's knowledge of shooting.

Great Instructor and class. Went through a M-4 Class at Russell County Sheriff Dept. Good training…read moreall day in the rain. Sgt Hattaway VPD.

The training is excellent; whether you are a beginner or a novice. The attention to detail is…read moreexcellent and the instructor ensures that you are comfortable handling your weapon, as well as, have a firm understanding of basic gun safety rules. I feel much safer and better prepared having taken this course! The owner works with you to find a time that fits your schedule. Another great bonus to this training!

Decided to finally visit Southern Survival. I was looking for a particular gun, but with the…read morecurrent market, I did not expect to find one in stock. Even if I did find what I wanted, I expected it to be outrageously priced. Well, not only did Southern Survival have specifically what I was looking for, they had it at an excellent price. They even bore sighted it for me. They are going to be my go-to gunshop from now on.

From the owner: Firearm Lifestyle Center | Armory, Firearm Training, Virtual Range, Tactical Gear | Opelika, AL |…read moreFounded and Operated by Veterans

Bought the BX-25 mag. It would feed 2 or 3 and jam. Tried to exchange or get my money back. They…read moreindicated because of the packaging neither could happen. How are we supposed to know if it's defective without opening? The response was " you could have opened the package instead of cutting it open" . Fair point, but were they going to put it back on the shelf to resale instead of sending it back to manufacturer as defective? Working in retail myself, it appears they do not want to go thru the hassle and paperwork for a defective product. Bad look Shooters, just a bad look. UPDATE-Went back today and wanted to speak with another manager if possible. If I got the same response I would leave the magazine there and contest the charge on my credit card. The new manager listened to my story, went and got another magazine and happily exchanged it, bad packaging and all. To be clear, I did not threaten with contesting the charge. This manager understood what good customer service is about. Changed my rating, if only all managers were like the last one!

Typical know it all gun store employees, there were several people that were nice but the bad…read moreoutweigh the good ones

Started the class today, I have been shooting for over 35 yrs and I have already seen a drastic…read moreimprovement in my rhythm of my drawing and finding the red dot faster. This course has brought to light many of the things I was doing wrong and explained Why. The instructors are more than happy to explain what you are doing wrong as well as right. This is a for sure must go to class for people of all skill levels.

I want to thank you for the professionalism, organization, and commitment you demonstrated…read morethroughout the training weekend. I left with a strong appreciation for the quality of instruction and the level of care you put into the student experience. * The training stayed extremely well organized. You maintained a clear structure from start to finish, which kept everyone focused and confident in what came next. * The Program of Instruction (POI) was excellent. The flow made sense, the objectives were clear, and each block of instruction built naturally into the next. It felt intentional rather than improvised. * You minimized downtime. Transitions between drills happened quickly, and the pace kept students engaged without feeling rushed. * You demonstrated safety consistently throughout the training. Both physical safety and weapons safety were emphasized. You reminded students to hydrate, monitor their physical condition, and maintain muzzle awareness at all times. That constant reinforcement built trust and professionalism. * Cadre availability on Friday made a strong impression by making yourselves accessible, answered questions, and set the tone for a productive weekend. * Craig followed up on Monday to check on us. That personal call showed genuine investment in the students and reinforced the professionalism of the program. * The student‑to‑cadre ratio was excellent. We received individualized attention, immediate corrections, and real‑time coaching that would not have been possible with a larger group. * The pizza after training was a great touch. It created a relaxed environment to decompress, talk through the day, and build rapport. * The drinks on the firing line were greatly appreciated. Having cold drinks available kept everyone hydrated and helped maintain performance and safety.

Best Pistol training class. Hands on safety, laws, handling, and instruction company…read more They are definitely the finest in dense training with Jared and his staff. Would definitely give them a Five Star out of Five Star recommendation!

S/A 4.25 Operator 9mm work completed by AAF. Had them install a new fire control group and magwell…read more Trigger was smoothed out and fitted nicely, over travel set nicely . Quick work and great price. I will be dropping off another for the same work.

I entrusted your business with my weapon in good faith, expecting timely and competent service…read more Unfortunately, over the course of several months, the work was not completed as agreed. Despite repeated assurances, the trigger replacement was never successfully performed. Throughout this extended period, I experienced ongoing delays, inconsistent communication, and what felt like a continuous runaround whenever I attempted to get updates on the status of my firearm. This level of service falls far below reasonable expectations for professionalism and customer care. To make matters worse, I was charged for a service that was ultimately not completed. Retaining payment under these circumstances is unacceptable and raises serious concerns about your business practices. I virtually pay you to baby sit my own gun! They gave me back my weapon offer no apologies or explanation also one of the females working the phones covers their unjust practices.

Great Tactical AR-1 class. The training was well-structured, practical, and focused on real-world…read moreapplication. Safety was clearly a top priority throughout. The instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and explained everything clearly. Overall, a solid experience--I'd definitely recommend it.

Starting with the cost I can say it's affordable, the training was excellent much more than I…read moreexpected, the instructors focus on each individual to get them to standard. We had different scenarios, different firing positions. For the service I requested that was for armed security certification was on point, safety is a plus.

Me and my 2 daughters took the Basic pistol course coming in as true beginners! Dale and his wife…read morewere absolutely amazing! He was extremely patient with me and my 2 daughters and ensured that we received all of the foundation needed to be confident and accurate shooters. He was thorough and even though it was a lot of information, Dale made the class interesting and fun. We truly learned a lot! Highly recommend this course and Zoie Protection Group!

Dale and his team are very professional, and you can tell they're passionate about training by…read moretheir preparation alone. The classroom was comfortable and well-equipped with quality equipment. The course materials and supplements were thorough, relevant, and helpful. Even with more experience in the subject matter than many people, I learned a great deal from Dale and his team in the classroom. The professionalism and quality instruction extended onto the range. Dale is a highly-skilled marksman and one of the most patient and supportive instructors I have trained with -- public and private agencies included. I would not hesitate to recommend Dale Carr and Zoie Protection Group to beginners or the highly experienced.

Been a member here for going on a year now, it's a small dojo with incredibly dedicated members and…read moreawesome historic and cultural roots. Sensei trained with masters in Japan and learned Chinese and Japanese martial arts. We don't just train to fight, we train to understand everything we're doing to the smallest detail. I can't recommend this dojo enough.

From the owner: We specialize in Jujutsu. We offer many styles of Jujutsu. We are certified by the All Japan…read moreJujutsu Federation of Japan.