Amazing owners, staff, and curriculum. I gave it a try to be 'gun safe.' Now it's my new favorite…read morehobby. Keep up the great work Artemis team!

Artemis Defense Institute in Lake Forest offers a wide array of self defense training including CCW…read moreinitial and renewal courses and virtual strategic defense skills in their modern high tech and well run facility. Their website goes into detail relative to courses and they also offer memberships with ongoing training opportunities inclusive of live fire range skills and shooting. I took my initial CCW 16 hour two day course with Artemis Defense Institute and it was comprehensive, rewarding and even fun. Steven and Sandy Lieberman have this coursework mastered. Steven led the class and has vast knowledge in concealed carry and constitutional law. It was refreshing listening to the legal parameters as it relates to 1st, 2nd and 14th amendment issues and recent changes affecting concealed carry and future insights and possibilities. The class is enlightening and held in a comfortable and well designed conference classroom. Steven outlines the doctrine of necessity, Cooper's colors, the importance of mastering at skill at arms and the preservation of human life as core essentials. Professionalism at arms and the preservation of existence was a true focal point during the coursework. I so enjoyed Steven's style of teaching with real world scenarios, application and of course humor. This class is a must for anyone looking at a first time CCW, renewal or refresher, it's fantastic. Steven covers all aspects of SB2 (AB1078), philosophical doctrine, constitutional law, threat cycle, strategic and tactical environment characteristics and so much more. Sarah who manages the front end, provides training, handles all documentation inclusive of applications for additional CCW states such at AZ and UT and so much more. Sarah is phenomenal and another key player and pleasure to have in your corner. The team at Artemis is highly skilled, knowledgable, professional, helpful and caring. Kavon was our live fire qualification instructor and what an amazing professional and quality individual. Kavon is skilled in all aspects of firearms safety and operation and is another key staff member to compliment this amazing defense institute. Sandy was not present during our training due to a family emergency but Steven provided a summary of her background and skill traits as co-owner of the facility and her skills are quite impressive as well. I also purchased Steven's book which is available on Amazon titled Sword and Quill co-authored by Steve Tarani another self defense professional. I highly recommend this coursework through Artemis Defense Institute as this was rewarding and I plan to take additional training throughout the year when my wife and I are not traveling. 5 stars plus

Jessie provided absolutely outstanding service. He had the proper tools and expertise to solve my…read moreproblem in less than 15 minutes, but he didn't stop there. He replaced the battery in my red dot, figured out that the screw we had been trying to remove was actually the wrong screw, put everything back together properly, and even took the time to help zero the optic. He spent the better part of an hour helping me, and when it came time to pay him, I honestly felt like I had paid about half of what anyone else would have charged for that level of service and expertise. I have definitely found my new gunsmith. Jessie is one of the most impressive craftsmen I have ever met -- knowledgeable, honest, meticulous, and clearly a master of his trade. After meeting him, I completely understand why he has nothing but 5-star reviews. I recommend Jessie without reservation. If you want someone who truly knows what he is doing and takes pride in his work, this is the gunsmith to see.

Jesse is amazing. Prices are great, turn around time is basically immediate AND he came to me! I…read morewas doing a trigger swap only to find out I bought the wrong one. He ordered the parts for me cuz he's got a FFL too so if you ever need anything he's got you covered. Didn't charge me a penny more than the part cost and once he got the part it was done overnight. I was quoted 5 weeks at rifle gear and just as long or longer everywhere else and was pretty bummed about having to wait that long and pay more than double but I found Lunar Arms and that was that. I found my smith. Don't sleep on Jesse at Lunar Arms!!

I was visiting from out of town (Oakland, CA) and stopped in to shoot. It was a weekend afternoon,…read moreso there was a bit of a wait. All in all, it was worth the wait. The staff were welcoming and friendly. It sounded like they made special accommodations for myself and some other shooters, by opening up the "tactical" range, since there were no members shooting at that time. That was awesome, because it got me on the range sooner. I also brought with me a new firearm - Canik Mete MC9LS with a new optic. I forgot my regular range bag with my tools; however, the range staff allowed me to use one of their tools to adjust my new optic. I don't know how the targets move on the regular range, but on the tactical range, you can push buttons to automatically set the targets at a specified distance, move the targets manually back and forth, and automatically have the target return. Best of all, the prices were very reasonable. $20 per lane and $0.50 targets - WAAAAAY better than prices in the Bay Area. If I were a resident of the area, I'd definitely become a member. (I overheard one of the staff members informing another customer of the benefits and price.). Top Notch outfit in my opinion.

I was interested in learning proper firearms etiquette, and had an opportunity to do so at Evan's…read moreGun World. I attended their intro to handguns class, covering the basics of safety and proper form, and getting in some introductory shooting experience. John, our instructor, was very engaging and great at commanding attention when needed and building up the class's confidence. Afterward, I took them up on their 'newbie' offer of free range time and rental after class. Kevin signed me up for a lane, let me rent a couple of handgun models I researched previously, and critiqued my targets, giving some general feedback and advice. He also pointed me toward a couple other models that are known to be more friendly to left-handed shooters that I can test out in the future. Great place; a little on the older and smaller sides, but staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. I get the feeling that as I 'shop around' for my go-to range there's a strong chance I will gravitate back here, since these guys are passionate about what they do, and seem to want to inspire that passion in others. Definitely will make it a point to stop by again.

I recently took a training and qualification course with Firearms Academy and had a great…read moreexperience overall. The instructor was solid, knowledgeable, patient, and did a really good job breaking everything down without overcomplicating it. The class itself was well run, and I felt like I actually learned something useful rather than just checking a box. They also sell guns, accessories, ammo and offer additional classes and trainings, plus they provide FFL services. I'd definitely recommend them! -Michael

I went in to get a background check for a job . The service…read morewas fast and courteous . I will continue to do my background checks here .

Just picked up our rifle! Well, HIS rifle for the job, but I wanna call it ours!…read moreBeautiful and fully put together, we handled much of the " extras" over the phone... so sling, sight, light, etc was mounted and ready! Dawn was amazing, as it was busy when we went in. She had things under control and running smoothly. Thank you thank you!!!! God Bless !

Again, these guys don't know the DOJ rules. They insisted I show a secondary proof or residence to…read morebuy or transfer a rifle. No no no. A secondary proof of residence is ONLY when buying a hand gun in California. Not a rifle. But the owner had a hissy fit when I tried to prove it using his own rules and regs from his copy of the DOJ rules. He refused to read the next paragraph where it clear states my point. He got mad and arrogant. I took my business to feild Of Glory 3 blocks away(cheaper too) and they know the laws and don't make you go through bs that isn't necessary (just because he's too lazy to or proud to be proven wrong. You can look it up yourself in the DOJ web site. Been buying guns for 40 years and these young ignorant soon to be out of business guys unfortunately think they are smarter than anyone and can't be bothered or educated. Kinda like when a liberal claims men can get pregnant. They will not listen to the facts and cause their customers more hassle some times. Hey, I an too old to put up with the younger generation's idiocy. You mileage may very.

If you need help deciding on what to do with unwanted firearms, PLEASE let Jeff know. He was prompt…read morein replying, came right out and resolved my issues and helped me transfer my firearms, LEGALLY, the RIGHT way. This is the way to go. No mail transfer, no looking for a FFL that will maybe reply. Just simple service and advice. Way to go Jeff!

Always a pleasure doing business with CGS. Jeff really knows…read morehis stuff and gets the job done quickly. Thanks for another great transfer!

Supportive training environment, helping improve your confidence. I would recommend this facility.read more

I took the NRA Basic Pistol Course with Cheryl and it was amazing. I had never shot a pistol before…read moreso I was going into this class as a complete beginner. Cheryl was very engaging, funny, and informative. Most of the class consists of a classroom portion where Cheryl will inform you of important and relevant laws to be aware of when it comes to your firearm. You'd think this info would be boring but Cheryl taught the information in such an engaging way that made it easy to retain the info. The last part of the class consists of actually shooting a pistol at a nearby shooting range. My first time shooting a pistol and while it was nerve wracking at first, I felt completely safe with Cheryl! I highly recommend Cheryl and CAS & Sons Protective Group for their basic pistol class. I've already referred it to my friends and family as well! Well worth the price.

We hired Overwatch Defense for a corporate event and the communication start to finish was…read moreimpeccable. They walked us through the plan, how many people would be on site and their capabilities. Nick was really communicative and made the whole process easy! We will 100% use Overwatch again!

Veteran run with exceptional service. Top of the tier security services for HOAs. If you're…read morestruggling with your current security provider for your homes, there really is no other alternative than these guys. They also provide exceptional training and education for all folks interested. Plus, when it comes to HOA security, they have very reasonable pricing. Can't beat that!

Mike is a great teacher! And he really helped me fall in love with hand gun shooting and ignited a…read morequest for learning and improving my skills in tactical defense.

Knowledgeable. Professional. To the point. Run by men's men. Very generous with their time and…read moreinstruction. Will be coming back for many more classes and products in the future.

I needed flowers for my Dad's memorial and had very specific requirements for the arrangements and…read morecolors. I decided to visit this place to check it out, and I'm so glad I did. I was greeted by Crystal, who went above and beyond to ensure the floral arrangements were exactly as I envisioned. She showed me several options and color selections. During this difficult time, she was incredibly sensitive and compassionate, fully understanding how important these arrangements were to me. Crystal sent me pictures of the first set she put together and asked for my feedback, incorporating any changes I requested to make them perfect. My pickup was scheduled for Thanksgiving Day, and I was concerned about whether the order would be ready on time because of the holiday. To my reassurance, Crystal called me two hours ahead of the set time to let me know the arrangements were ready for pickup. Later, she called me again and offered to deliver them to my home--a thoughtful gesture I wasn't expecting. Crystal's kindness, attention to detail, and genuine care made all the difference during such a challenging moment. The florals were so very pretty, beyond my expectations . I can't thank her enough for her compassion and professionalism.

Cute new florist. They helped me with a last minute order. Beautiful corsage and boutonnière.read more