Daniel's course more than just complies with legal check boxes. You learn alot in a good environment. He keeps you entertained and engaged. He invites questions. I usually do research but selected his course randomly and got lucky. read more

I hadn't fired a pistol in a while and started the process of obtaining my CCW. To get acclimated, I took the basic pistol course through First Step Shooting. Daniel was a great instructor who made the class interesting and easy to follow. He gave excellent instruction and we felt safe when we went to the live shooting portion. He gave me a few tips and techniques that definitely helped as I continued to familiarize myself with my new pistols. When it was time to take my CCW course, I returned to Daniel and things went great as well. The class is twice the length, but he was still able to keep it entertaining and engaging. The only thing I'd change is when it comes to the mental health portion. He makes it known that he doesn't like the fact that he has to teach that portion because he's not a mental health expert. He's not a lawyer, but has no issue teaching the legal portions. He's not a health expert but brings someone in to discuss dressing wounds, tourniquets, etc. So it would be nice to have him embrace the importance of the mental health portion of the class. Outside of that, the class is great! If you're looking for a basic pistol course or getting your CCW, I highly recommend Daniel and First Step Shooting. read more

Daniel is a fantastic instructor. He demonstrates the seriousness of lethal weapons, and finds a way to enjoy your time in his classes. Great class, great instruction. Supportive for all skill levels!!! read more

Daniel was great. He was professional yet lighthearted, engaging and humorous. He covered all the material, told us what was expected. No brow beating or pressure and always helpful with a smile. If you're looking for someone who gets the job done in a relaxed yet thorough atmosphere that's actually enjoyable, I highly recommend First Step Shooting. read more

I had the random, but great fortune to have Daniel as my instructor. Extremely great class, and he brings a safety, fun, and very well instructed class. I recommend for anyone who wants to up their game, get qualified, or anything that may benefit your skills read more

I took my CCW course with Danny and I couldn't recommend him more! He is very engaging, the course was thorough and very fun. Danny is so funny. You're going to love this class. read more

Daniel is a great instructor. Very knowledgeable and personable. He takes his time and adjusts to either "new" shooters or "experienced" shooters. He definitely knows his craft. He communicates clearly, timely and patiently explains everything and makes you feel comfortable! read more

Clear entertaining, real world advice, great teacher. Daniel is a great teacher and made the class enjoyable. Recommend!

Lots of good content and presented in an engaging manner. Guest speakers and Daniel are very passionate and knowledgeable on the course topics. read more

I recently took a firearm course through First Step Shooting. Daniel Ferszt is an excellent instructor and keeps the course entertaining and educational. The course covered all of the state mandated points and a bunch of bonus information that I found extremely useful. Daniel takes the time to get to know every participant in the course and has a great personality. This along with his fantastic sense of humor really helps keep your attention through the 8 hour long days of this course. By the end of the course, everybody was friends and it was kind of sad it was over. I highly recommend Daniel Ferszt as a firearm instructor. His course is absolutely worth the time and investment. First Step Shooting courses are great for both beginners and experienced individuals. read more

"Daniel did an incredibly thorough job walking us through the CCW course. He was extremely patient and took the time to explain every aspect of concealed carry and what it means in daily life. He also has a great sense of humor, which makes his classes engaging and never boring. I'd highly recommend taking this course with Daniel -- I learned so much!" read more

Came to First Step Shooting for my CCW. Highly recommend it. Daniel (instructor) was very welcoming from the start. He is passionate about gun knowledge, takes his time teaching, and is easy to get a hold of. read more

Very professional and organized operation. Thorough and efficient curriculum designed by Daniel. Excellent communication. Will be returning for my CCW renewal when it's time. read more

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Came to first step to get my ccw renewal. Daniel is easy to reach. Super responsive. Class was easy to schedule. Got my class done and over with quick. A+ service. Thank you daniel! read more

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Good class with a good instructor. Scheduling was easy, the class materials were straightforward, and the qualifying practical went smoothly. No frills, solid CCW class. read more

Wow, does he get through a lot of material for CCW certification! And in a witty, engaging way, with extended open question time at the break and after. Fascinating guy. Recommend if you are lucky enough to do your class with him. read more

I recently completed the 16-hour CCW course with Daniel Ferszt and cannot recommend him highly enough. First of all, the guy is down to earth and hilarious. Great sense of humor. He took the time to answer everyone's questions thoughtfully and ensured all students fully understood each concept before moving on. The course struck a perfect balance between classroom learning and practical instruction. If you're seeking CCW training in California, Daniel's course is absolutely worth your time and investment. His expertise and professional approach make him an excellent instructor for both new and experienced individuals read more

Excellent curriculum, excellent presentation, great coverage of everything you need to know. The scenarios and discussion are really engaging as well. Daniel is a great resource and teacher. read more

Daniel is an amazing and one of the kindest and caring instructor I had in a long time. not only he made the class interesting but also provided us with invaluable information and insights regarding how to, the laws and most importantly our safety. I am so happy I chose his class and will definitely take more classes with Daniel. I highly recommend his classes even if not interested in CCW. The information Daniel provides is priceless and so impo for all to know. i really appreciate his teachings and looking forward to more classes. read more

You'll be in a nice classroom setting with fun CCW related props and an interactive instructor (Daniel). I didn't think I would learn as much as I did which has become a huge confident boost to know what I can and cannot do with a CCW. The course on how to stop the bleeding was a visit to the reality we don't think about which is the aftermath a bad situation. This course taught me how to apply a tourniquet - hands-on - and address severe bleeding where a tourniquet cannot be applied. Most people in the class have likely already ordered tourniquets based on their experience in this class, I did. read more

Daniel is a fantastic instructor and the training was exceptional. I highly recommend! Thank you!