Emergency Response Tactical

Arizona Defensive Firearms Training is owned and run by a quality owner. I had an issue, but he…read moregot involved and made everything right. We all know things do not always go the way they are supposed to and that is just how life is. What is most important is when there is an issue that the issue is acknowledged and resolved quickly. Arizona Defensive Firearms Training is a company that does just that. If you are looking to get the requisite training certficiation for a CCW permit which is what I was in need of, then I encourage you to go to Arizona Defensive Firearms Training. The ownership is top notch, strives to provide a quality product (service) and has years of experience with firearms, therefore is well set up to provide you the certification you are seeking. I highly recommend Arizona Defensive Firearms Training.

Great class. I got a speeding ticket and took the course. Very well presented and I learned alotread more

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Arizona Home Defense

4.8

(17 reviews)

Hubs needed a refresher course to reapply for his CCW, and I figured what they hey -- I may as well…read moretag along and get mine again, too. My brother previously had attended this course and highly recommended Arizona Home Defense and Virgil. I called and spoke with the instructor, Virgil, who was able to get hubs and I booked into class the very next evening. yay! We showed up and Virgil had everyone's paperwork set up, so we could start filling everything out for the background check and fingerprints before class, which was awesome so we wouldn't have to sit there after the course to get everything done. The course itself was great -- short, sweet, to the point. Virgil gave us the information quickly and thoroughly covered required materials. He has a lot of experience/knowledge in guns overall and has a great sense of humor, however, if you offend easily, wear earmuffs or quietly bleep all the f-bombs in your head while he talks. I, personally, thought he was hilarious and the f-bombs didn't bother me (military guys use it 17 times in a sentence with 25 words, haha). After the course we got our fingerprints taken and were on our way, completed paperwork in hand (YOU have to mail the paperwork in for the CCW card but all instructions are included with your packet). I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to take a CCW class... you'll thank me later that you didn't spend an excruciating whole day training on material that Virgil can deliver to you in one evening.

My son gave me a gift certificate for a carbine class almost a year ago. It cost over $400. I have…read moreemailed and called several times over many months with no response to schedule the class. DO NOT give them your money in the form of a gift certificate. If they ever respond to my messages and schedule the class, I will update my rating, but there is clearly a lack of customer service in a big way.

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Certified Firearms Training

(11 reviews)

Great training. Tom is very knowledgeable, professional and makes the courses fun. I highly…read morerecommend!

Tom is a great instructor! I took the NRA's Basic Personal Protection in the Home and Basics of…read morePersonal Protection Outside the Home. He is an excellent instructor and very knowledgeable! He is prior law enforcement. I would 100% recommend taking his classes!

NRA Personal Protection Outside The Home Class

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NRA Basic Pistol Class

Dark Horse Training 6 Plus

(2 reviews)

0.0 km

Great class for beginner pistol. My wife and I gained confidence with a new 9mm. Chris and his…read morerange officers were thorough and patient. Good organization with plenty of both structure and organic discussion. Ask whatever you want, no rush. And very knowledgeable. Small number of students (8 in our class - 2 guys, 6 ladies) meant you always felt like you were safe and weren't doing something you shouldn't. Affordable too. Highly recommended.

I have taken the beginner class twice! It was not intimidating and great practice for a beginner…read more Lots of education and range time. There were more than enough Range Safety Officers to help. I never felt unsafe or unprepated. Highly recommend. Looking forward to the intermediate class

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Ben Avery Shooting Range

4.2

(180 reviews)

Clean, manned well, well maintained, nicely set up and reasonably priced. The layout is excellent…read morewhether shooting handguns or rifles. The staff inside upon arrival are welcoming and pleasant to deal with. I do, however, agree with the comments about the range masters. I believe them to be knowledgeable and focused on safety, but they do not have any formal CX training. This was my first visit and I plan on returning to use this facility again.

I'd like to give a shout-out to the Range Masters at Ben Avery. Every visit, I'm greeted with a…read moresmile, and the staff and volunteers are knowledgeable, professional, and always ready to help. As a woman who has recently started going to the range on my own, I've never felt anything but respect, encouragement, and kindness. They take the time to answer questions, share information about events, and offer advice that truly helps shooters improve and stay safe. Special thanks to Kelly, Russell, Charlie, Vern, and all the others whose names I may not know. Their welcoming attitude and dedication create a safe, supportive environment for everyone. Thank you all for everything you do.

Archery Range

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Johnson Group Tactical

(16 reviews)

5.2 km

These are experienced people that know their stuff and present it very well. You can learn a lot…read morefrom them no matter how much experience you already have. They are an excellent source to rely on.

We asked our community to recommended someone to help us with basic firearm training and Johnson…read moreGroup TAC was the name we received several times. Well, we now know why! We couldn't have been more pleased and happy to have met Karin and Oz and now have taken two of their classes. Oz is such a wonderful instructor and so knowledgeable! His experience in the military and as a SWAT member and lead instructor give him a world of real life experiences to bring to his training. He takes his time with each student to insure they are understanding that particular drill and that we can achieve success with it. He is also very personable so for even the most novice student won't feel overwhelmed or nervous. Karin is also wonderful as an additional instructor as well as an extra set of eyes and ears to help you out and give you personalized attention if necessary. She is also hysterical and gives the training some levity! We are planning to go back again for further instruction! Highly recommended and please tell them we said hi! Be well, Jordan

In today's unpredictable world, preparedness matters!!! Learn the skills, mindset, and confidence needed to protect yourself.

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Concealed Carry Permit CCW for Arizona

Mental Marksmanship

(10 reviews)

For context, I have never attended any formal firearm training before taking the CCW class offered…read moreby Mental Marksmanship. I was in the Scouts, shot a few rounds with my brother before, and my father owned a gun. However, that being said, I imagine that even those with extensive experience will end up taking away something valuable from these two brilliant instructors, making the price for this course well worth what you pay. For additional context, I purchased a discounted voucher via Groupon, but I was so happy with the experience that I am looking for additional courses by these instructors and would be happy to pay the full list price (which is already competitive with other course prices) This course was about so much more than just gun safety, the laws, and how to concealed carry. While we did get into proper gun handling safety and techniques, the overarching theme was the Mental aspect. At first I thought the name Mental Marksmanship was targeted for people "Crazy" about guns. This assumption, was far from the case. What I found was that the instructors were raising really thought provoking questions. I went home really thinking about the impacts of carrying a gun. They really hit home on not just the legal ramifications of owning a gun, but several other areas which I will leave for them to share with you. Additionally, the primary instructor is incredibly qualified to be teaching- I can't remember all the details, but I do remember he served in high up leadership roles for law enforcement for many many years. He's seen it all, and I immediately felt comfortable and respected what he had to share. His assistant was also wonderful, qualified, and really emphasized the "Mental" aspect of this course. The two really complimented each other. Lastly, I had no expectations of this course, content wise. It was close by and had great reviews for a great prices. I was just looking to get a CCW, but ended up taking home so much more. Attending with an open mind will grant you an incredible experience.

Jack and Lena were super! I learned so, so much. I could tell that they love what they do and…read morecare about teaching people as well as keeping them safe. The class was informative, interactive, and fun! I've been wanting to do this for a long time and finally got up the courage. I was comfortable from the get go. All questions are good questions and explored thoroughly. If you want more training or your CCW ... sign up! They were great!

Jack teaches the finer points of trigger squeeze on the range.

Jack and Lena doing some AR work.

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Jack addresses students during a CCW Class at Sportsman's Warehouse in NW Phoenix, AZ.

Rock Mountain Defense

(1 review)

I saw an advertisement to learn more about your AR and zero it in. Not knowing what to expect, I…read moredecided to take my new AR up to Ben Avery and see what it was all about. I enjoyed that day so much, I signed up for Rock Mountain Defense CCW class. Then I had fun trying to do the Navy Seal Rifle qualification course. It will make you appreciate the skill level of our talented military, police officers and first responders. They also offered a free AR cleaning class at Sportsmans Warehouse. I care a lot about a persons background and history when I am paying for a class. Jon, being a retired Phoenix Police Officer, has practical insight on defense with a rifle. He is an NRA instructor as well. I felt very comfortable learning from both him and his wife. I encourage new shooters to take their courses. You won't be disappointed.

From the owner: We specialize in quality relevant training with the AR-15 platform rifle and pistol. From novice…read moreto advanced, you will experience total defensive satisfaction by expanding your capabilities. We also offer CCW and private lessons

Lisa brings the woman's perspective to training

Take classes in full kit (lots of gear) or slick (minimal gear).

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Couples that shoot together stay together

Natural Choice Academy

4.7

(55 reviews)

26.0 km

Certified professionals

Walk-ins welcome

Our daughter started here a month ago and she seems to enjoy it. I know my husband and I love this…read moreplace. The staff are very friendly and I appreciate the communication tool that is used at this place. Would recommend checking out this place if you're interested in putting your child in day care / preschool that is play-based.

I mean, they have chickens and a chef that cooks all organic meals! How can you NOT love this…read moreplace? But seriously: I did a tours for my 3 year old daughter at many different preschools and this one stood out as the best one by a long shot! As soon as you walk inside, everyone greets you in a calm, caring, and JOYFUL manner. My daughter is shy and refuses to speak to new adults a lot of the time and even she opened up immediately when we toured here. I completely trust that this preschool will be the perfect fit for my daughter and my daughter seems to agree- she cried when she had to leave!

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Kiddie Kampus

4.8

(37 reviews)

41.7 km

My son has been going here since he was 4 months old, he is 19 months old now. The teachers in the…read moreinfant room, and now in the 1 year old room, have been fantastic, and I never feel worried about my child's safety or development. He gets great attention and the staff in the entire place knows parent's and children's names, even if your child is not in their class. We have a physical therapist that visits my son at daycare and she has seen many daycares over the years. She told me she can tell that the teachers really care about the kids and that's tough to find. It puts me at ease to know how flexible they are when it comes to food, schedules, and other preferences. I have heard so many scary stories online about daycare and I am so incredibly grateful that I cannot imagine picking my child up to find anything worse than maybe a little cranky mood or a mild diaper rash. We recently moved homes to a place a little further from Kiddie Kampus, but I knew we did not want to move too far so that my son could continue to attend here.

Excellent care for a family that has parents that both work in healthcare (long hours usually 10 -…read more12 hours). Owner was great, staff were exceptional with our kiddos and very trustworthy. Price was fair, and treated well.

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Lifeprints Childcare and Learning Center

4.5

(8 reviews)

21.4 km

I really can't say enough about how blessed we were to find Lifeprints a few years back. We have…read moresince moved on to Pre-K but we desperately miss all the incredible ladies that make this place so wonderful. The kids are happy, the teachers are wonderful and the Administration is caring and very capable. We have made lifetime friends here and would highly recommend Lifeprints to any parent that wants a safe, happy community for their babies and toddlers to thrive in. God bless the staff

I honestly never saw myself being the guy who reviews a childcare center, but life comes at you…read morefast and here we are. It's taken me approximately 6 years to complete this review, although it should take you only 6 minutes to decide to bring your kiddos to this place. These folks do God's work, literally daily. I don't have the patience or aptitude to do what they do, and I'm so thankful they're here. I can't imagine managing in this type of environment and the director, Jennifer is masterful. Like most businesses, there's turnover occasionally with teachers, but having had both of my kids go through most of their lives here, everyone has been caring and professional. Now, as you may have guessed, I'm not exactly the type of parent who is overly involved... err, micromanagey, so, I let them do them, and I'll do me. That arrangement seems to produce the best results. Kids will be kids, they'll do what they do, and again, these wonderful people are here daily watching them grow and teaching them stuff. My kids would've basically already turned into Blippi if they were home with me all day, because that's all they would ever do. The classrooms are clean, the grounds are nice and the kids are well taken care of. This place is a hidden gem and it's largely because of the people leading and the teachers commitment to the kids. I hate writing this because, the more people who read it, the more will bring their kids here, thus increasing my cost, but in this case, you have to know what it's like here-- I can't hide this gem any longer. It's wonderful. You would be lucky to find a place that's half as good as Lifeprints, and this place is the whole deal.