I recently conducted a FFL sale with Protect & Defend. Top rate company. My experience was…read morefantastic. I will definitely return and highly recommend.

I had a great experience with FFL. I will definitely use them again in the near future.read more

Highly highly recommended. I took the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course with Howard…read more I could tell in the first few minutes of the class this guy knows his stuff and he's got a passion for teaching. He's not intimidating at all, nice guy actually. No question too basic. He just wants to share as much knowledge as possible and for you to enjoy firearms as he does. The class portion is at his house, and it's totally safe. He's got a nice classroom setup with a large screen TV for the powerpoint presentation and videos. After the class portion, we all drove to a nearby shooting range. What I liked: 1) Only two of us in the class (he doesn't take more than 4). 2) He had a bunch of real pistols in class. You get to handle them, load them, dry fire them, and even choose which one you'd like to try in the range. No live ammo in class. 3) The gun range part can get kinda scary. But he's right behind you when you shoot, encouraging you. 4) At the gun range, even after the official NRA course has ended, he had us doing a few more drills where he makes the paper target approach you and you gotta fire as many rounds as you comfortably can.

From the owner: We specialize in initial firearms familiarity and concealed weapon permit certification through…read moreadvanced personal defense, competition shooting and hand-loading, we are known for customizing small group and individual classes that are tailored to meet our clients objectives. We also offer NRA pistol courses which grant certificates required as "proof of proficiency" for Concealed Weapon Permit applications.

I reached out a couple of times and even scheduled a call and no one even responded or called me. I…read morefound a couple of other places to try.

Great instructor! Very knowledgeable of situations which may require self defense action and the…read moreappropriate actions to protect your personal space. Explained various weapons and uses, laws, purchasing, handling, etc. Great detail. Will be continuing more training with Joe..

Sharpshooters is an excellent indoor facility to maintain your shooting skills. They are one of the…read morefew indoor facilities int he area. You can obtain an annual membership which is much cheaper than using the range as needed or having a monthly membership. You can fire a wide variety of weapons at this facility. It is extremely busy on the weekend! Expect a wait of about an hour on the weekend and your shooting time is limited to one hour when it's busy.

Disappointing experience. Went in to learn about a riffle I was interested in. Vibe there is a…read morelittle off -- sales staff somewhat overconfident and unfortunately not helpful -- customers seemed very, not sure how to say this, casual with the seriousness of firearms. I used to really love this place when it was Gilberts. I was a member there for many years and visited frequently. It's completely different now; and no longer a fit for me.

Never, ever do business with this company if you want to purchase a firearm. I waited for over a…read moreyear for a revolver only to find out that they cannot get it for me. Lots of excuses. Currently, I have been waiting for weeks to get my deposit refunded. Each time I ask about it, I get a different 'story' about why my deposit was not returned. First, I heard about Home Depot (?). Then, I heard about PayPal and a check being cut. To date, I have not got my refund back. The next step for me? Small Claims Court. You betcha!

I took a safety class with VGS. It was very affordable since it came with the use of their…read moreequipment and an hour at a range. Because I was a total neophyte, they had an instructor help me one-on-one the whole time and I definitely improved and learned what preferences I have. They take the safety aspect very seriously and admonished me several times for not following the sequence or putting my finger on a trigger when not ready to fire. When you hear about all of these accidents, you realize if you do the steps the way you are supposed to do, it is impossible to have an accident. It takes the fear away and makes you more comfortable in learning this sport.

I was pretty nervous walking into the store alone as a woman buying my first gun, but the employees…read morewere incredibly kind, patient, and helpful. They've made me feel so welcome that I've gone back several times since, and I can't recommend the store highly enough!

Ordered a firearm through NOVA Armory's website over months ago, as of April 2026 I still have no…read moreupdate. I've gone as far as to email them, i've called multiple times and gone to the store to be told come back another day but i keep getting told I'll receive a callback, but no one ever follows up. At this point I don't even know if the firearm has shipped, is backordered, or is sitting in the store. The lack of communication and transparency is unacceptable, especially for something as straightforward as a standard, in-stock firearm. I understand delays happen, but going over a month with no clear answer and no proactive communication is poor customer service. I've now had to consider canceling the order or disputing the charge just to get a resolution but i've strung along past their policy time period Would not recommend ordering through their warehouse fulfillment unless you're okay with being left in the dark.

First, I read the prior reviews well before I registered for the training. I noted in the negative…read morereviews, the owner commented on each one with facts that were impressive. Now that I spent 60 hours in training there, I have NO issues withe the program or Mr. Bonnacci's training skills. He teaches with wisdom from decades. Old school, hell yes, and it was very, very necessary. He is outstanding, his company, very professional, his staff personable.

The security business is not what most people think. The images of a nondescript security guard…read moregiving directions at a mall, on patrol at an apartment complex, or checking bags at a concert are what most people imagine. But there's more to the job and the industry. A lot more. Security officers are professionals who serve a vital role and not one that is devoid of danger. A significant number are killed in the line of duty every year. Many because their training was inadequate or incomplete. It's a serious and hazardous business. A profession that can be unforgiving. So if you want to get into the business or keep your skills sharp, you need the best training available. The instructors at A Security Training Academy are the best in the Metropolitan DC area by far. They're tough and direct when it comes to learning your lessons, but that's what's needed if you're going to succeed and survive. They're in business to prepare you for some very serious work and how to get the job done correctly, professionally, and, of course, safely. The owner of A Security probably has more security-related qualifications than anyone in the region. And his team of instructors is every bit as dedicated to the students' success as he is. I've attended several classes at the school for various disciplines: Armed Security, Patrol Rifle, Tactical Handcuffing, Baton Usage, Pepper Spray Deployment, and Basic First Aid. At the end of every course, I knew I was not only more effective at doing my job, but I was also a more desirable employee at any security company I went to work for. Don't take chances with instructors or schools that are less experienced and knowledgeable. If you're entering a no-nonsense business like security or are continuing your education in the field, you need a no-nonsense approach to learning the trade. Your success, and your life, depend on it.

One of the few private gun clubs in the anti-gun state of Maryland. Berwyn is a wonderful place to…read morego and practice marksmanship. They have a lot of members from all walks of life, from hunters to law enforcement, casual target shooters to dedicated competitors. Despite recent pressures from Maryland legislation, Berwyn's membership remains strong and may even be growing larger as one of the few venues people can use for their hobby or career. The range itself is set in the woods of rural Bowie. Admittedly, it looks more like a Boy Scouts camp than a major high-tech range, but that's part of its charm. They have three "no sky" ranges, meaning there are baffles set to block any stray bullets that do not head down the range. A 50 foot, a 50 yard, and a 100 yard allow people to use whatever they need for their chosen firearms. As an outdoor range, you can expect to deal with weather and climate as well as insect life. I always check the forecast before deciding to head out there. As a private range, this is not accessible to the general public. To gain access you must send an e-mail asking about membership. Within a month, you will know if you are approved to join (I've never known anyone to be turned down). After that, you have access to the range, but must remember to follow all range rules, including proper safety, avoiding damage to the range, and cleaning up after yourself. If you're into firearms, for anything from hunting to marksmanship, and looking for a good range in the Prince George's and Arundel area, then I recommend looking into this place. Go to their website and check them out!

Friendly Club with a nicely updated Clubhouse - Ranges include; 100 Yard, 50 Yard, and 50 Foot, as…read morewell as archery and fishing trips too - A safe Jr's program for kids, DNR Hunter Safety, a special ladies event called Tea & Targets, et al - For info about the Club call and leave a message or check the website - I've never met a nicer bunch of folks.

Very nice and good staff fun and awesome best place enjoyable close to other places making very…read moreconvenient

My little one has been enrolled with CN for two months now. She is classified as a "Jr. Ninja" so…read moreshe more so learns the fundamentals of coding such as technicals and how to implement code sequencing. She gets an avatar or character (whichever she chooses) and transcribes code which manipulates her avatar or character to carry out different task. She has a folder and project she completes each week and she truly does look forward to coding. I hope that she continues to explore the "STEM" or "STEAM" field. The children get tickets after each session they can use to reward themselves and they also get little certificates when they advance to the next level (belt color). My little one works with Sensei Salma who is super patient with the littles and very sweet. The staff at this location communicates well and are friendly. I definitely recommend this establishment if your child is a "techie".