I had the best experience training with Mike. He is very knowledgeable and answered all my…read morequestions. I had a great time.

From the owner: The purpose of the business is to help individuals build their skill set and be able to defend…read morethemselves and their loved ones. Through this business individuals will have the opportunity to take the SC CWP course, as well as many other firearms courses. This business also has an FFL, so we can look into getting any firearms you would love to have

Awesome experience at defender! Learned a lot from the class and was engaged the entire time. Elias…read morewas very knowledgeable, helpful and patient HIGHLY recommend if your wanting to learn to shoot or get your carry permit!

Considering owning and shooting a gun? Build your knowledge, refine your skills, and get excellent…read moreinstruction from Joe at Safe Family Defense. Your success could save your life and the lives of your loved ones!

From the owner: Safe Family Defense is a firearms academy that is taking a whole new approach to personal safety…read moreand defense by taking the edginess out of the typical teaching approach and meeting people where they are on an emotional and practical level. From private, individual basic and advanced pistol instruction to concealed weapons permit (CWP) classes and sporting rifle classes, it is our mission to ensure that each and every student that walks through our doors be equipped with the ability to avoid conflict in the first place and know how to properly use a firearm as a last resort.

I've been here a few times with my Daughter and Goddaughter and its a great spot to shoot. They…read morehave everything you need to shoot of you just want to come out at the last minute or you can bring your own gun, ammo and safety equipment and have a good time. This is my go to location to hone my skills in the Columbia area.

Great range, awesome staff! Wish they were open on Monday and Tuesday (for selfish reasons) but…read morehey, everybody needs a break! Keep up the good work!

Jerry is a top notch USCCA / NRA Instructor. If you are considering getting you SC or NC Concealed…read moreWeapons Training contact Palmetto Patriot Firearms Training. Glad I did.

From the owner: Jerry Ranson holds the following ratings from the NRA: -…read moreChief Range Safety Officer - Basic Pistol Instructor - First Steps Handgun Instructor - Refuse To Be A Victim Instructor Jerry holds the following ratings from The USCCA, (United States Concealed Carry Association): - Range Safety Officer - Defensive Shooting Fundamentals Level 1 Instructor - Countering the Mass Shooting Threat Instructor - Concealed Carry & Home Defense Instructor - Women's Handgun & Self Defense Instructor. - AR-15 Fundamentals - Non-Lethal Defensive Tools - Concealed Carry & Home Defense Training Counselor - Emergency First Aid Fundamentals He is also licensed in South Carolina to conduct Concealed Weapons Permit Classes and by North Carolina to conduct Concealed Handgun Classes. Jerry has a current certificate from the American Red Cross in Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, Excessive Bleeding & Splinting. You can see Jerry's training schedule and sign up for a course or individual instruction at ppftllc.com and navigate to the Courses tab on the menu bar, and then click on the tab titled My USCCA Courses & My NRA Courses. Jerry was recently selected to be an instructor for training classes through the Cabela's Shield Program. Cabela's Shield offers mini class instruction as well as state permit classes and Jerry's classes are taught at the Bass Pro/Cabela's location in Ft. Mill, SC, which is across from Carowinds. Go to Cabela's-Shield.com for more information.

Tenisha was an excellent instructor answering all of our questions & concerns in our CWP class…read more She reviewed anything we were unsure about and was super patient with my group of 6 (which was only a portion of the class) in the shooting range. I would definitely recommend her to anyone interested in getting their CWP! Jackie Bech

This is no-frills full training experience that will get you in shape (and the fitness combat…read moreclasses do a GREAT job of that) with SUPER knowledgeable staff. Already a 5 star experience! But Jeremy's kindness and patience and dedication to his craft is what made me need to review. Given the Delta variant surge, and the ability for vaccinated people to be carriers...I'm not in the best position to participate given my baby niece's immunocompromised status (who, as an infant, isn't vaccinated), and Jeremy worked with me to find a solution that helps me make sure my niece is safe and looked after, but making sure I knew the door stayed open for my own training. God bless TDT and their staff, and their members who go out of their way to motivate and encourage. If you need a gym routine that shakes up the old and in an exciting way, get on the mat and have some fun!!!! I personally can't wait to go back .

These guys run a great class The concentration is on pragmatic self defense in everyday…read moresituations. For adults, this is what you need. The first 15 mins or so of the class is fitness. Getting the blood pumping. The rest is technique. You will learn a lot of great stuff to use should you have to. Takes a while to get used to especially if you've never done it before, but you leave each class feeling exhilarated and more confident. Classes are offered 4x a week but you can set your own schedule so there is plenty of flexibility. Give it a shot

Sharpe shooters just like their sissy indoor cousins offer a wopping one round per second rule for…read moreall to enjoy. If you do happen to double tap the trigger even once don't worry the range officer will be there a couple shots later if he isn't already holding your hand and begging you to stop. Were all adults and I get that some people are more experienced than others when I comes to handling a firearm but this is an outdoor range for crying out loud and one of the only 2 public ranges in the area. Do better Shooters its been this way for far too long and its time for a change.

A great, local outdoor range convenient to Augusta and Martinez…read more Ample room to accommodate many shooters at the range. The staff is funny, professional and friendly. People on the range always happy to help!