I learned a lot while qualifying for my CCW under the direction of Sufi Refugio. Money well spent…read moreand quality instruction that may save my life some day.

Came to obtain my CCW training and it was a great experience…read more Very accommodating, they offered us a nice lunch, great attitude and very informative. Thank you guys !!!

I'm really happy I found this place. I recently needed a DROS done on a firearm being shipped in…read morefrom an online retailer. Had it sent to VC Armory. A lot of dealers these days arent keen on doing that these days. I called them, and they said no problem. They notified me less than an hour after I got the UPS notice that the package arrived at their location. I showed up just a short while later to start the process. Its a nice small shop in a quiet part of town. I really appreciated how chill the atmosphere was. I think it took all of 10 minutes to get the paperwork done, and off I went. 10 days wrapped, and I went for my pickup today. Again, the shop was super chill. Took less than 10 minutes to wrap everything up. Start to finish, the process was painless. Most gun shops are typically not places I'm super comfortable at. They tend to have semi aggressive staff, customers, or both. And they also tend to be very vocal about their political affiliations. VC Armory had none of those things. That alone is going to make them my go to LGS from here on out.

VC Armory is hands down the absolute best tactical and firearms training experience I've ever had…read more Justin and his entire team are phenomenal. They are knowledgeable, informative, communicative and incredibly well versed with every scenario. The shop is impressive and the simulators are brilliant. This spot it top shelf and five starts ain't enough. 10/10

All of the employees are very friendly and courteous. I go every couple weeks to train, and I am…read moreoften greeted by name. Everyone seems very knowledgeable and the price is reasonable. Their selection of firearms and accessories is pretty good as well.

Put in place a true reservation system. My husband and made plans to shoot, but were 'bumped out of…read morethe queue' by a large group that arrived 10 minutes before we did. We were scheduled to come on Dec 6th at 12:30pm. I understand the closure was unexpected. my comment dealt with the fact that a group came and superceded our time.

Just did my CCW renewal with Tim Trinh. Had an excellent one…read moreon one review with him before taking the renewal exam and shooting session. Very knowledgeable and professional. I will be doing all my CCW renewal with this gun expert Tim. Within a week got my renewal permit! Thank You Tim!

Tim is amazing. He took me through the requirements for my 4th CCW mit and it was a joy. He knows…read morehis stuff and makes sure you know yours so he can pass you with flying colors. Tim is a great professional and I highly recommend him for beginners or advanced firearms training. He gave me some tips that improved my shooting and I was amazed. He's the real deal and you will not be disappointed if you hire him for your training.

First time going to the range with some friends. All of us with 0 experience. CTA set us up with an…read moreaffordable training package, gun rentals and ammo and we were set to go. Our instructor Mike was awesome. He trained us but also let us be on our own as he watched and provided feedback to help us. We're definitely coming back and a special shout out to Mike for being fun, informative, and friendly!

Finally made it out to this range which was formerly Wes Thompson's Rifle Range. The workers here…read morecould not be more friendly and accommodating. I explained it was our first time at this particular range and they explained everything and showed me the map before taking us all to the private range we had reserved. Make sure you go over the driving directions when you leave, as we had no mobile phone service once we got deep onto the dirt road. Follow the signs and you'll get there eventually. I wouldn't drive there with a lowered vehicle or fancy sports car as there is about 1.5 miles of dirt road you have to drive on that's a bit bumpy. Just drive slowly. I didn't check the selection of rentals they had on offer as I have my own toys, but I have heard it is better than most. We got a private range on a Wednesday and it was incredibly cheap ($100 for 2 people all day, $40 each additional person). They bring out steel targets for you to use and then leave you alone to have fun. You can draw from holsters, rapid fire, do drills, etc. No 1-shot per second nonsense, Their public rifle range has steel targets out to 1000 yards so you can see how good your skills really are. Lots of fun steel targets to shoot. You can finally stretch out your rifle and those high dollar optics. For the first time I wished my 6-24x scope had more magnification. I wish this range were closer but it was only about 1 hour from the Pasadena area which isn't too bad at all for 1000 yard steel. I believe it may be the only range in the los Angeles area that has steel out to 1000, as Angeles Shooting Range is maximum 600. I am definitely going to return to this place again soon!

Jennifer was absolutely phenomenal. As a complete beginner, I was honestly a little nervous going…read moreinto this, but she immediately made me feel comfortable, safe, and confident. She explains everything in a way that's easy to understand without ever making you feel overwhelmed. The class was the perfect balance of safety, fundamentals, and hands-on practice. I walked away actually understanding how to properly handle and shoot my firearm, which I didn't expect to feel so quickly. If you're even thinking about learning, especially as a beginner, I cannot recommend her enough. She creates such a calm and supportive environment and truly knows what she's doing.

My mom and I learned so much during this training! Both of us knew next to nothing about guns going…read moreinto it, and Jen was able to guide us through the basics of gun handling and safety with so much patience and an easy-to-understand PowerPoint presentation. At the end of our training we went to a range and shot at a real target -- such an eye opening experience! Both my mom and I feel more educated and safer for having gone through this training. Thank you so much, Jennifer! You're providing such an amazing service for women everywhere!

These guys are great…read more I'd been wanting to get back into shooting for a long time, but I'd keep procrastinating because it seemed like a lot to take on without some assistance. I started talking with Jim one day because I wanted to pick his brain about 1911s and ended-up booking a lesson. He was great at figuring-out quickly what I already knew and was comfortable with, and where I needed new instruction. At the range, he had me shoot a couple of different 1911 designs, as well as a couple of other firearms chambered in the same caliber, so I could get a feel for what I like. My heart was still set on a 1911, though I left thinking about a couple of potential future buys that wouldn't have occurred to me otherwise. After we finished at the range, he walked me through all the options I had at the shop and helped me pick out my first gun. Jim also introduced me to his partner Aidan, who was really great at helping me to get started stocking up on ammo to learn with as affordably as possible. I've already made another appointment for some follow-up instruction after I do a little practice to lock-in what he taught me. If I could afford to, I'd sign up to learn just about anything Jim or Aidan had to teach me. They've both been a great resource to help me get off the ground with shooting.

took a class with Jim today great instructor learned a lot, very interesting. made a great time…read moreout of a very dry state mendated lecture. easy to follow along and very clear instructions. came all the way from Van Nuys to Oxnard and defenetly dont regret it. if you need a class this is the go to instructor! highly recomend. definitely coming back to him for CCW and maybe some tactical courses! Thank you Jim!!

Dennis was my instructor and he was outstanding. A true professional from start to finish. I've…read morebeen renewing my license for over 20 years, and this was by far one of the best experiences I've had. His knowledge of the material is excellent, he explains everything clearly, and he takes the time to make sure you really understand it. He's also incredibly patient and creates a comfortable learning environment. I'm very satisfied and would highly recommend Dennis to anyone looking for top-quality training.

This is where you fine tune your technique with firearms. I've learned soo many small but crucial…read moremovements that make a huge difference in accuracy. Dennis is an incredible teacher, he corrects students in a patient and polite manner. The scenarios and lessons he builds are quite insightful and you'll leave satisfied knowing that you did far more than a range session. The regulars at the classes are very friendly and helpful, you'll always be in good company. The shooting classes take place in this olde rock quarry and the vibe is quaint and atmospheric. You think you're the best shot with whatever firearm and these training sessions will humble you and then push you to exceed all expectations. Get out there and train!

Tanner was great! We met and talked about my goals with the training session and he was able to…read morequickly assess my skill level and proficiency. Within the first 30 minutes, I had improved more than I have on my own in 2+ months! We worked on several drills that I could repeat on my own and he was instrumental in improving my mechanics and thought processes concerning my shooting. It was a great session and I plan on going back to further my skills!

I had zero knowledge of firearms when I signed up for the lesson. Tanner is very professional,…read moreknowledgeable and patient. His instructions were clear and easy to understand. My first time experiencing firing a handgun was really fun. I felt safe and comfortable during the training session. Thank you! I would highly recommend taking a class with him.

Teacher flirted with students the entire time . I missed a day and my friend told me the teacher…read moreand students would make fun of me . They also kept asking me to do my externship the day before it started when I have a job and need to let them know in advanced . Long story short it's been two years and they haven't emailed or called me to finish my course . At this point I feel like if I call they'll want me to pay again . It sucks because I used all my savings to pay for this program just to be left with nothing .

The staff were all very friendly. Lorenzo, the class instructor was very hands on and patient with…read moreeveryone there. He is a wealth of knowledge that is for sure. With all is going on with COVID, I was very nervous about going to sit with other class mates, but the place is very safe and clean. They care about the quality of service that they are providing and I would definitely recommend CTI.