CCW USA Firearms Training

(50 reviews)

3.9 mi

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.

First time on the range - no problem.

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Bearly Training

(16 reviews)

6.1 mi

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.

Pistol training with some of the staff.

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US Overwatch

(11 reviews)

9.3 mi

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!

Professional staff means you can trust them to provide the best training experience... Jules would agree!

A quick snap shot of our night shooting class. Where else can you do that... no where!

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Active Shooter Defense School

(33 reviews)

26.7 mi

Attended Combat Pistol 1.0 on 1/7/23. I started the class with a basic, self-taught skill set that…read moreI developed static shooting at an indoor range. I walked away from today's class with a comprehensive skill set that I can't wait to build upon. Training like this is exactly what my firearm proficiency needed. The class was fantastic and well rounded. No experience is necessary, because the instructor is patient, fun and thorough. It was a great day. If you are on the fence about trying a class, my advice is just pull the trigger and do it. You will learn *so much* and have the best time. Thank you ASDS, for an amazing day. I can't wait to come back.

First off, QUIT WASTING TIME and MONEY else where. Matt and Jamie definitely challenge anyone from…read morethe most inexperienced to the most experienced shooter. I'm a fairly experienced shooter and I always learn something new or hone my skills to be better and proficient. I have taken the 1.5 class 3 times and I still keep learning. Highly recommend if your serious and want a legit real challenge!

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Practical Defense Systems

4.8

(39 reviews)

3.2 mi

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.

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2nd 'A' Firearms Training

(57 reviews)

0.0 mi

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.

Instructor Paul showing us how to safety hold a hand gun.

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Warfighter Academy

(7 reviews)

20.8 mi

These guys are top notch…read more I had a blast working with these guys. It's simple calm instruction with some great people. You will learn the ins and outs of CQB in the classroom then get to deploy those movements on the "live fire" part of the building. Speaking of the building they have the perfect one. The old Escondido police station makes for the perfect venue. It's got elements of several environments. The fact that it's partly broken down (but safe) adds to the ambiance of the place. And the instructors are nice and knowledgeable. Dave, the lead instructor, has loads of real world experience that he has off loaded into his staff. Matt was the one who worked with our crew for the day. He was able to teach us how to conquer the rooms and be effective. You could tell he knew what he was talking about! All in all, it's a place we will return to!!!

Warfighter Academy has taken over the old Escondido Police HQ and is turning it in to a school…read morefocusing on the next level of weapons training. This academy is a new concept in firearm and security training. This facility IS NOT a shooting range. The instructors here teach people of all walks of life and skills the next level in firearms handling. You can target shoot most anywhere but Warfighter will teach you what to do if confronted with an armed person. The techniques and tactics that are taught here are something that had been previously available only to top level military and special forces personnel. They have classes for everyone from stay at home moms to experienced military. I believe you will be able to buy and attend single classes or multiple thru a membership program. Classes will range in skill level and difficulty and you can progress from one class to the next by completing each lower level. They will teach everything from basic firearms handling and techniques to low light, no light and urban warfare training. I was able to attend one of their pilot classes recently and had a great time. The class I attended was almost half women which is awesome. The instructors are all former military combat veterans or law enforcement. They all have experience in their respective fields and have all been taught by the best in the world when it comes to firearms handling and tactics. The class consisted of part classroom instruction and part hands on using tactical/military style paintball guns. The hands on portion is video taped to allow you to review what you learned with the instructors then improve from there. The point of the classes is to improve your chances of winning a gunfight in most any situation. The class selection, amenitiies and products offered will increase as they get going. When I attended there was still some amount of re-modeling going on, but look for big things very soon. I am excited to come back here for another class soon!

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San Diego Firearms Instructor

(1 review)

9.7 mi

Excellent class. Amos was very informative and personal. He taught us a lot about firearms…read moreincluding safety and maintenance of your gun. Amos answered any questions that we had. We took the NRA basic pistol shooting course then went to the range and fired our guns. Was very fun and overall an excellent experience. I would recommend this class to anyone especially beginners or as a refresher.

From the owner: My philosophy is that all families should be safe. If you own a firearm, I believe it is imperative…read morethat you have the skills, knowledge and training for self-defense. If you're mind is set on purchasing a firearm, I can help you choose the safest option for self-defense. I teach primarily private and semi private classes to make sure you get personalized training so you can feel confident with all the basics of owning a firearm. After you become competent with the basics I offer advanced training so you’ll have a plan and the skills for home defense and mastering the hand gun.

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H2K Defense

7.7 mi

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.

H2K Defense Pistol 1 class & gun safety. San Diego, CA

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H2K Defense Instructor "Rocky" Nathan Obermeyer. San Diego, CA. Moving while shooting.

The School for Entrepreneurship & Technology

(7 reviews)

1.0 mi

I love SET High! My son is a senior there and my sister is a freshman. When i was looking at high…read moreschools in 2021 for my son, i was discouraged. He was going to go to San Diego High, but it felt big and impersonal. My son is smart and i felt like he was going to just cruise by without any challenge or any accolades. We toured SET and my son was so excited. I love that each class is small. I love McCurdy, Ms Heath and all the other teachers. Ms. Geis is such a rad human! My Daughter is the opposite of my son.... She is into dance and theatre, but after seeing how awesome SET was, we enrolled my daughter too. Love the school and staff dearly!

Is your child a nontraditional learner and are you looking for a charter school that doesn't expect…read morestudents to learn the same way as everyone else? If so, I highly suggest you check out SET High (formerly Coleman Tech Charter School). Our son graduated from SET High last year and now our daughter is attending and we couldn't be happier. She is only in 9th grade and already taking on leadership roles. The teachers exceed my expectations. They know each student by name, have great relationships with them. My son's former teachers are always happy to see him when he goes to visit, which is often. He even gave graduation presents TO some of his teachers before he left. The students are geeky, wacky, nerdy, different, intelligent, unique, confident, and wonderful! My daughter said that she didn't want to go to any other school because she is with "her people" and she is right. Dr. McCurdy said in last year's commencement speech, "If you aren't failing, you aren't learning." What a great place to make mistakes, learn from them, and make improvements. I'm so excited for the students attending SET High because they are learning real-world skills at such an early age in a supportive, caring, and fun environment. You won't find a better school for your student!

ABC Children's Center at San Diego

4.6

(118 reviews)

12.8 mi

Women-owned & operated

Kid friendly

Both of our children had attended ABC Children's Center over the past 7 years and we have had a…read morewonderful experience and are so grateful for the care our children received and continue to receive every day. The staff is warm, caring, and creates a safe, fun environment where children can learn and grow. A special thank you to Ms. Swapnil, whose kindness, patience, and dedication have made such a positive impact on our child. It's clear that she genuinely cares about the children and loves what she does. Knowing our children are happy, well cared for, and excited to go to daycare each day gives us tremendous peace of mind. We highly recommend this learning center to any family looking for a nurturing and supportive environment.

Our two children have been attending this daycare for 3 years and 1 year respectively, and we…read morecouldn't be happier with our experience. Communication is excellent. We receive regular updates throughout the day via the app and email, which gives us real peace of mind and keeps us connected to what our kids are doing. It's clear the staff genuinely care about the children -- they're attentive, warm, and create a nurturing environment. We also love the variety of activities they organize. From family hour to the summer and fall parties, and special outings like the SeaWorld excursion, there's always something fun and engaging happening. These events also help build a real sense of community among the families. Honestly, we can't say enough good things. If you're looking for a daycare where your kids will be genuinely well cared for and you'll always know what's going on, this is the one.

We offer a learning environment that promotes your child's creativity, emotional well-being, and intellect. Book your school tour today!

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Fleur De Lis School

4.9

(42 reviews)

5.3 mi

Fleur de Lis School provided our son and our family the most incredible experience we could have…read moreever asked for. In our 2 years there, we watched our son grow immensely in his confidence, relationships, and overall love of learning. He was sad to leave school every day and excited to wake up and start the day with his amazing friends and teachers. The approach and philosophy that Fleur de Lis takes truly allows each child to blossom in their own unique and beautiful way and we not only got to experience this with our son, but saw it with his classmates as well. We saw our son make presentations to his class about a science or art project he did with us at home or proudly present his show and tell Spider-man toy to his classmates - we are so grateful to the entire Fleur de Lis community for encouraging this level of self-esteem and individuality. The staff at Fleur de Lis is truly one of a kind - the professional, yet individualized attention of Tina Smith and April Kozelh as directors is amazing. They know your child personally and do everything in their power to make your child's experience at Fleur de Lis enriching and creative. Our son still talks about Ms. Tina coming into their classroom and reading them special books (his favorite was about an owl in NYC) and Tina consistently shared specific memories of our son's social and emotional growth during his time there. The teachers we had at Fleur de Lis (Ms. Sandy, Ms. Chelsea, Ms. Amber, Ms. Kiara and Ms. Diana for Spanish) were incredible in every way - we appreciated the attention to the holistic needs of each child - the cognitive, physical, and emotional were all given attention and we saw our son blossom in each area. The day our son "graduated" Fleur de Lis School was a bittersweet one - we were thrilled to know he was ready for kindergarten, but also so sad to say goodbye to the daily moments of this special community. Our son couldn't stop hugging his amazing teacher Ms. Sandy at the singing show - clearly showing the same emotions we felt as parents.

If you are a new parent, join the FDL wait list now -- trust me, your older parent self will thank…read moreyou! It's hard to explain the magical and nurturing environment this school provides. I remember my son, Julian, sobbing when I left him on his first day as a two year old, and my heart was breaking. In less than a week, he was all smiles at drop off, excited to see his teachers and friends. Since then, he's thrived at this school, both emotionally and educationally. Now, two years later, he's heading to Francis Parker, and looking back on his time at FDL, I can't express how grateful I am to the amazing team there. There are a few specifics that make FDL special: The community -- everyone at FDL knows Julian's name, even teachers who aren't assigned to his class. Pre-Covid, when I would pick him up from his classroom, his daily departure was like a little parade, with waves and goodbyes to friends, teachers, directors, everyone. You really feel like part of a family here. Kira, Bev, April, Julie, Julia, Diana, Iris, Nina, Autumn, and many others...each has been a unique and positive impact on Julian and our family over the past two years. The safety -- speaking of Covid, I don't think I appreciated how nice it is to have total confidence in the efforts of the FDL team to keep my child safe at all costs until this pandemic. When they reopened under new safety guidelines, I never once worried they would slack or not keep the sanitation and safety bar high. In fact, Julian now inspects my hand washing and admonishes me if I have not made enough soap bubbles or washed long enough . They always ran a tight ship, but it's exceptional now. The positive reinforcement of high expectations -- on my visit prior to enrolling at FDL, I saw all the kids eating lunch as they chattered politely and consistently used manners. On the playground, no one pushed. They all took turns. What's more, they were still incredibly joyous little kids, giggling and delighting in silly play. I was in awe. And yet, now Julian models those same behaviors. FDL teachers are kind and warm, but firm. They set a high bar, and the kids rise to meet it. At the same time, there is tremendous fun had on the daily at this school. Julian greets me at pick up with a big smile and a hug, his cheeks flushed from play and sand in his shoes. He excitedly shows me his projects and tells me funny stories and things he learned from the day. FDL is exceptional. If you have the chance to send your child there, take it. You would be hard pressed to find a more loving and capable setting. We will miss it terribly!

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Ana's Little Kangaroos Child Care

(18 reviews)

3.7 mi

Our son spent close to a year with Ana. We are so grateful to have had Ana be a part of our sons…read moreand our life. It is easy to see how much love Ana has for the children. We saw improvement in development steps right away, sharing, communicating, playing with others. Ana is great with communicating with the parents, and I always felt like I was leaving my son in great hands. We are sad that his time with Ana has come to an end, but know that other families will benefit from a truly caring provider.

Ana and Mirko set the standard for a loving, nurturing, and safe home daycare experience. Both my…read moreson and daughter have attended Ana's Little Kangaroos, starting in summer of 2022. Ana has always been so in tune with what is going on with my children developmentally and is very observant to their individual needs. She goes above and beyond to model respect, autonomy, and love. I trust Ana and Mirko implicitly with the care of my children, which is a true blessing as working parents. They provide healthy breakfast and snacks, structured activities, learning, art, and have lots and lots of fun :). If we could take Ana and Mirko on our cross country move to continue caring for our children, we absolutely would!

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The Lulus Montessori

4.9

(28 reviews)

6.1 mi

We absolutely love the Lulus Montessori! The staff is amazing with the kids and they get an amazing…read moreeducation. We are always surprised by how much they learn and how much fun they have. Also their meal plan is great. We are very fortunate to have our son there. We looked at around 10 different places and it gave us anxiety because we really wanted our son to be at Lulus which was much much better than all the other places we saw all over San Diego.

We've been taking our son to Lulus Montessori since he was about 18 months, and it has been the…read morebest daycare/preschool experience we could have hoped for. The teachers are incredibly loving and thoughtful. I especially love the fact that they celebrate birthdays and holidays and create opportunities for parents to get to know each other, too. My child has grown by leaps and bounds, and his interactions with the other children are fun to see. The fact that meals are provided (bfast, lunch and snacks) is a godsend. Several daycares/preschools in the region claim to be Spanish immersion but aren't actually (e.g., they speak English to the kiddos). At Lulus, I feel like we get a truly authentic Spanish immersion program for our son, knowing instruction is exclusively in Spanish. And it shows. My son 100% understands Spanish when it is spoken to him and he mixes Spanish and English in his vocabulary regularly. I credit Lulus for a large part of that bilingual ability and look forward to seeing his fluency improve in the years to come. Highly recommend Lulus!!

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ABCD Montessori Christian Preschool

4.9

(26 reviews)

6.3 mi

We couldn't have asked for a better preschool for our daughter. She attended from the time she…read moreturned 2 until she started TK, and it became like a second home to her. Miss Gladys creates such a warm, loving, and well-organized environment. She has an amazing ability to guide children with patience and kindness--without ever needing to raise her voice. The children listen, eat their healthy home-cooked meals, and take their naps because they feel safe, respected, and cared for. The preschool is always clean, organized, and welcoming. Beyond the loving care, the children learn so much. My daughter developed independence, learned her letters and numbers, and built the confidence she needed to start school. Thanks to Miss Gladys, I truly feel my daughter is more than ready for TK. The best proof of how much she loves this place is that every day at pickup she never wants to leave. She always has to give Miss Gladys a hug--sometimes even coming back for one more before we finally head home. We are incredibly grateful for the love, care, and dedication Miss Gladys has shown our daughter over the years. We will always remember these special years and highly recommend this preschool to any family looking for a safe, nurturing, and enriching place for their child.

This school is one of the best schools I could ever enrolled my daughter in. My daughter went for 2…read moreyears and I'm very pleased of how much she has learned. Being a single Latina mother it's hard to trust anyone with your kid. She was the only one out of my 3 kids to enroll in daycare/school . She has grew so much in education and personality. Has also developed amazing being more confident and as a team player ! I'm so grateful for Mrs Gladys and her team !!!! Not only she was my daughter teacher she became family . Very well organized! So professional! Very communicative! And she cares for your kid like if they was your own ! Thank you Mrs Gladys and your team for doing an excellent job! Preparing my daughter to go into Kindergarten! 100% recommend this daycare !

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Aspen Leaf Preschool - BTMCCC

(6 reviews)

7.4 mi

The teachers and directors at Aspen Leaf Preschool Downtown San Diego are so wonderful. My son has…read morebeen going here since he was in the infant room and just runs in every morning excited for the day. You can't beat walking to school to drop off your kiddo in the morning at a place they love. If you're living/working in or near downtown San Diego, I highly recommend this daycare and preschool. The low ratios and provided snacks/lunch are just icing on the cake. We are not federal employees, but the daycare is located behind security in the federal building and there are special rates for those who are government employees.

Aspen Leaf Daycare in Downtown has been an absolute blessing. There are so many benefits to speak…read moreof including incredible teachers and staff with extensive degrees, experience and training; three quality meals served each day; very flexible drop off and pickup times; consistent availability; and options for discounts for federal and military parents. I can't speak highly enough about the great community, Parent Board, and tremendous learning environment that our kids get each and every day. A tour is your best bet to see for yourself! Overall, great value.

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Charlie H.

14 years ago

I have attended many handgun training classes, innumerable "charity" shoots and quite a few IDPA (International Defensive Pistol Association) events and I will give Bill Desy, owner and operator of CCW USA Firearms Training credit for my ability to have excelled under some very intense conditions and subsequently doing well in these events. As student in some of his classes, I have noticed that he has a very unique teaching style such as he demonstrates and encourages the student to copy as best as he or she can, then he will shape the students performance to improve. On the whole, I have noticed that he stresses and maintains the students attention on the point, guides the class with very clear examples, then corrects it with a very supportive manner. I have known Bill for several years and am aware of his stellar reputation as a fire arms and hand gun instructor, therefore have no reluctance in referring potential students to him because of his training style and I have had glowing feedback concerning their experiences with him. In addition to teaching basic and advanced to the public, Bill regularly instructs local Law Enforcement in the use of handguns and self defense. The only area Bill is very strict in is maintaining safety. Firearms safety is presented at the very beginning and stressed throughout the teaching program. Any violation of this point is addressed immediately. read more

Joe R.

2 years ago

After hearing nothing but great things about Bill from both students and other instructors, I recently had the opportunity to attend one of his classes at a private range, and I had a great experience. The information presented was both relevant and up to date, delivered in a way that maintained a solid flow throughout the class. What stood out to me was how it never felt like a typical classroom setting. Bill kept everyone engaged, avoiding the usual lulls that make people zone out or feel disconnected. Everyone was encouraged to join the conversation, which added to the interactive atmosphere. Bill also provided light snacks and drinks, which was a nice touch and kept everyone refreshed during breaks. The best part? There were plenty of opportunities to shoot at the private range, giving us ample time to apply what we were learning in real time. On top of that, I noticed that Bill, along with his instruction partners Rocky and Joe, were super helpful and showed great patience with the newer shooters, making sure everyone felt comfortable and supported. Overall, the class was practical, engaging, and well worth the time! Thanks, Bill and team! read more

Herb S.

4 years ago

I've taken Bill Desy's firearms and certification training six times over the years, and my grown children have followed me with his training and certification as well. Bill is always up to date, thorough, conscientious, kind and capable in his instruction. He is also very much the expert, and if asked to check the sights on a weapon, will shoot a ragged hole in the target at seven yards very quickly, with your weapon, showing you that the problem is not with your gun(!). Bill is good natured and shares a lot of personal experience and stories, and has decades of experience and licensure with about every weapons system. The training location is rugged but not impossible to access, and a beautiful place to train once you're there. You'll be back again and again, even for additional personal training. And he's available afterward and through the year with any question you may have, or help that you need. I keep Bill on speed dial, and you will too! read more

Julie C.

10 years ago

I just finished taking a private lesson on firearms shooting with Mr. William Desy. I really enjoyed the experience and learned how to properly and safely operate my gun. I also enjoyed the experience of firing my gun in the range and how to properly and accurately point my gun and hit the target. First and foremost, I learned that safety is very important when handling a firearm. I also learned how to clean my gun which I really needed to know. I will recommend this firearm training facility to my friends and family who want to learn how to properly operate a gun. I will also recommend this facility to my friends and family who want practice shooting. The facility personnel were very helpful and kind in meeting my needs. Mr. Desy is an excellent firearm instructor and will recommend him anytime. Julie Conte read more

Kenny E.

4 months ago

I recently took a training class with CCWUSA and had a great experience from start to finish. Instructors Bill, Joe, and Rocky were extremely knowledgeable, professional, and clearly passionate about what they do. They kept a strong focus on safety and fundamentals, making sure everyone understood the "why" behind each drill. The range time was well-structured, and everything was explained in a way that made sense regardless of experience level. The environment was welcoming and not intimidating, which made it easy to learn and stay focused. I walked away more confident in my handling, accuracy, and overall awareness. Highly recommend CCWUSA for anyone looking to build solid skills or take their training to the next level. I'll definitely be back. read more

Matthew G.

11 years ago

I have been a customer since 2005 when Mr. Desy helped me obtain my multi-state CCW from Utah and Florida. He is a superb instructor, and I recommend him to anyone needing firearms training. I just received my CCW from Arizona this past week after visiting Bill to get my paperwork and fingerprint cards filled out. Thank you for all your help, and I look forward to working with you again in the near future! read more

Dennis H.

10 years ago

I have taken both individual and CCW classes with Bill. He is knowledgable and teaches with an easy going manner which I think someone new to firearms will appreciate. I plan on taking his Defensive Firearms classes in the near future. Regardless of your firearms experience, from newbie to seasoned vet, you will come away with his class with better knowledge and practices than before. I highly recommend him! read more

Leo H.

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10 years ago

Did some safety training with him and it was great. Would recommend for anyone. Looking forward to his night course. Training was easy and funny as well as interesting. Good value for money. He answers questions clearly and give real life scenarios. No stress and no one, even the beginners, felt good and well taken care of. I would recommend form teenagers on up. Nice range too. Give him a try. read more

Jenny S.

4 years ago

As someone who does not feel proficient in handling firearms, I cannot say enough good things about the course I recently took with CCW USA. Bill kept it interesting and was very informative. He also spent some time helping me personally during the course. I left feeling more comfortable and confident. If you want to do any kind of firearms training, I HIGHLY recommend CCW USA read more

Gina R.

13 years ago

Bill Desy is an excellent firearms instructor. He takes each person through the basics and he's a master at helping everyone remember those basics as they practice using their firearm. Bill is also amazing at taking a novice and helping them hit the bulls eye soon into the practice! My husband and I totally enjoyed our class and we are looking forward to doing it again. read more

Margie D.

14 years ago

I have taken 2 classes with William Desy and I have to say that he is a top-notch, professional firearms coach. His classes are thorough, informative, he has a great deal of experience and leads by example. He also brings a level of comfort and confidence in his approach. I will do all of my firearms training with Bill. Margie D. Carlsbad, CA read more

Arthur R.

2 years ago

CCW USA is my go to for my personal training. Bill is an outstanding instructor. As an instructor myself, I consider Bill my mentor and a great example of what to do as an instructor. He is knowledgeable, thorough, and considerate to every level of experience. I once again renewed my CCW and considered nobody else to receive my training from. read more

Robert R.

7 years ago

This past Saturday, August 17th, I had the opportunity in attending CCW USA's 8 hour CCW course taught by Mr. William "Bill" Desy. Let me tell you, it was simply fantastic and I would absolutely recommend to all. Bill is a true professional with a wealth of knowledge, experience and a great sense of humor. This is the place! read more

Sean E.

10 years ago

Just re qualified my firearms permit with Bill for the second time. Bill is in my opinion THE BEST instructor in San Diego! He does a great job with families as well. I could not think of a better instructor for young kids. By the time they are done they would have more respect and comfort for firearms than most adults. read more

Tony C.

9 years ago

I've taken a multi-state CCW class with Bill years ago as well as a tactical pistol class and most recently a new CCW class for an added state. He has always impressed me with his ability to teach and translate that into application. I have and will continue to come back to him for additional training and classes! read more

Bob F.

4 years ago

Great instruction. Bill is clearly well qualified. But the real benefit is his ability to present the information in a way that is both comprehenable and enjoyable. His first level instruction is perfect for the beginner or a refresher for the experienced marksman. It would be hard to find a better instructor. read more

Mark A.

10 years ago

OUTSTANDING. This is THE place to go for firearms training. Our instructor, Bill, was patient and professional. From safety to holstering, to loading and hand positions, he ensured that everyone was "getting it" before we moved on to another practice. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

Mark L.

10 years ago

Bill at CCW USA provides quality firearms instruction with a low stress, professional environment focused on safety and learning. I attended the AZ CCW class and was satisfied with the course. I would recommend this course to others and plan on returning for follow-on training. read more

Rich Y.

5 years ago

Bill is a really personable guy, great communicator, and a great teacher. He also supports the local 2A community too, which helps to insure we all can have and keep our rights to self defense. If you're looking to improve your self defense skills, Bill's the guy to go to. read more

Wayne K.

9 years ago

Just completed Bill Desy's CCW USA Firearms Training course. He is a very experienced and knowledgeable instructor with the right balance of humor and "in your face" information. I will be signing up for some private lessons with a group of my friends. Great Class! read more

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