The Valken Group arrived at my house just past 8:00 a.m., and when the team left 5.5 hours later,…read moremy understanding of firearms skyrocketed. I cannot recommend these guys with any higher praise. In one session, "Advanced Session Two," I went from knowing the basics of firearms to now having the tactical knowledge and high confidence in how to best handle and employ my firearms. Scott, my instructor -and also the Valken Group founder and CEO- walked me through every room of my house, instructed me on how best to take tactical positions, how to retreat, where to take cover, how, when, and where I would have to switch to my weak-side shooting hand to best keep the bad guys at bay. After completing the "Advanced Session Two" course, I went from a guy with a gun to a guy who pities the fool who tries to break into his house. It won't be a fair fight. Not even close. This is not overconfidence. Let me explain more about what I learned. First. Let me back up a minute. The Valken Group comes to your house anywhere in Georgia! They set up these backstops, target posts, and shell-catching side panels. No one else in the United States provides this kind of in-home instruction. This is where it gets super cool. Scott opened up this beautiful case loaded with modified Glock 17s. Check out the photo, especially the mags. The rounds are not packed with gun powder. They are called "Simunition," a non-lethal training ammo that allows you to shoot anywhere without the constraints and dangers of using live ammo (imagine shooting 150 rounds of 9mm inside your house). The military uses Simunition to go "Force-on-Force," allowing it to get as realistic as possible to real-life fire fights. The Simunition itself, as I understand it, are rounds packed with nothing more than air pressure, and the bullet is this little putty-like stuff that won't even penetrate a thick sheet of plastic. You learn to shoot in the comfort and privacy of your own home. Everything is tailored to your goals. From first-time gun owners to advanced folks looking for professionalization skills, the Valken Group will develop a program within their course offerings to ensure you achieve your specific goals. I signed up for the "Advanced Session Two" and let the guys know that I also had specific interests in close protection. Scott led me through multiple drills. By the end of the day, I knew how to hit multiple small areas on a target, I knew how to shoot controlled pairs, I knew how to count my shots, I knew how to do tactical and essential mag changes, I knew how to release the slide rack while staying on target, I knew how to move from different ready positions to firing accurately and rapidly. My knowledge, ability, and confidence have increased in ways I did not think were possible with a single day of drills. Scott also left me with drills to practice on my own. I wish there were a way to heap even more praise on the Valken Group. I signed my girlfriend and her dad up for training in March. I am going to take the next level course in January. Thank you, Scott and Jeff. I had a great day and I learned an immense amount about how to protect myself and my family when our lives are on the line.

This is one of our favorite spots for a date night. The staff members who help reserve our timeslot…read moreand set us up for the range are always friendly and welcoming; I love that they seem to remember us each time! Pro Tip: It is best to reserve a lane at least 2-4 hours before they close. They book up fast, especially on busier nights! The facilities are consistently clean, though the trash bins inside the range can occasionally get overfilled with cardboard targets- honestly not a big deal, just a minor observation! We really appreciate the wide selection of rental firearms and the variety of targets, which turns our range time into a fun, competitive game night. Don't be fooled by the first room you walk into; the facility is actually massive. They have a great restaurant with both indoor and rooftop dining (and great drinks!), as well as outdoor ranges and archery. The location is also very convenient as it's tucked away from busy roads, making for a stress-free drive. Considering the current climate, the pricing feels fair. I'm happy to pay for an environment that is clean, safe, and respectful. We love coming here and enjoy the experience every time!

Real cool to have a place that serves game…read more Started with the bacon wrapped quail. I was super excited about the combo. The execution lacked a little. It was overdone a bit drying out the bacon and quail. I had elk chops for the main and was just as excited for those. I asked for a medium rare cook. That is the way to go with such a lean meat. They cooked it perfectly as it was nice and juicy. The sear/char was also great. I was left wanting a little more seasoning on the chop. In all a good meal just could improve on some of the details.

Best firearm training class in all of Metro Atlanta. They have private to group classes from…read morebeginner to advanced and will help with all you firearm needs. Many locations to fit your gun training needs.

From the owner: Serving the greater Atlanta area, our firearms training academy offers a variety of courses to fit…read moreyour needs. We have beginner handgun classes as well as advanced firearms training courses for those looking to take their skills to the next level. We offer pistol training, rifle training, and gun training. Our firearms classes are taught by experienced instructors who have a passion for firearms tactical training. Call today to discuss our upcoming classes and how to register!

My experience with the gunsmith was great. Professional attitude, and quick turnaround.read more

This place was pretty cool and staff was friendly. Felt the…read moreammo was a little over priced but given the lack of inventory, you gotta do what you gotta do. This establishment has a lot to offer and can't wait to potentially take them up in trainings and simulators.

So knowledgeable and informative. The instructor made the class fun and engaging! Worth every penny!read more

From the owner: Veteran Owned Business…read more Keeping You and Your Family Safe Since 2011™ We provide a comfortable, low pressure learning environment which progresses to the next step only when you are ready. The NGFT Pistol Safety and Marksmanship Course is designed to familiarize the student with proper gun safety and handling procedures and is the best place to start.

Took the instructors class this past week, Out of all the classes I've taken over the past several…read moreyears, this had to be one of the best training classes I've ever taken. And the NRA class counselor was the best! Thank you Carl Hirt for your expertise in instruction and your patience, you made this class a very enjoyable experience!!! Eric Bryant

Excellent instruction and excellent facilities. The instructors are highly knowledgeable and take…read morethe time to help students get the most out each class. I would recommend Hirt Defensive Solutions for ANYONE in the area.

I have been shooting for almost 40 years and have never taken a real lesson. I decided to take the…read morebeginner course because I might have bad habits. At the end of the day I had dramatically increased proper technique, speed and accuracy. Thanks!

I can not recommend Rob and Ironclad enough. I enrolled in the beginner course to finally conquer…read moremy irrational fear of handguns, and walked out with knowledge that gave me the power over that fear. No question is a bad question in this class. Each layer of this hands-on class builds upon the other, and I wrapped up the class jonesing for more time on the range to sharpen my skills. Enrolling in the concealed carry and progressive classes next.

This was by far the best, straightforward experience I have had with ranges in the state. Chief…read moreresponded to my initial call and provided all the information I needed to get through the process. The appointment was set right afterwards, and the range went very smooth.

Met "Chief" over at the Chicopee Golf course when he was working there part time as a ranger. He…read morementioned this organization called "GAFASTA" and it was the most elite training in the country (possibly one of the most in the world) After doing some intense research into this organization, I decided to go ahead and sign up for the course. After talking with other colleagues at work, I decided to put together a small group of us to get a class going. Fast forward to Friday, December 15th, 2017 at 5:30pm. Myself and 5 other teammates came to meet "Chief" & "Apollos" to take their most basic class called the GAFASTA Basic Pistol Training" Class This class is a 2 part course where we do the classroom training first at the office. Followed by going out to a shooting course. So, let us start with the classroom training. Here we learned a few main rules including NO LOADED WEAPONS IN THE CLASSROOM. From there, we went over some basic safety issues, such as pointing the gun forward, as well as how to hold the gun properly. We learned the '5 step process to shooting', which is from the holster to 'stabbing out'. Stabbing out is the process when you are aiming the gun down at the target. We also learned that sometimes people are not eye dominant to where they thought they were (righty people were left eye dominant, and vice versa). Lastly, we learned how to take a part a gun rather quickly, as well as assemble it with ease! On Sunday, we went out to Chief's private ranch up in Monroe, GA. This is a huge lot with lots of trees and scenery. The steaming lake running through the front to the birds chirping in the background. Walk down another hundred feet or so, and you are at the shooting range where they have water barrels and targets approximately 5m away. Here, we were taught the proper way of sighting, gun control and most of all, SAFETY. They cannot emphasize that enough...safety is key! Keep all guns pointing down the range. Keep all bullets out of the clips, keep the gun on the barrel until called. Overall, this experience was better than any other class that you'll ever experience. Though it is listed as a 'beginner' class on paper, this is far from a beginner class irl! Come check him out, as this was an amazing experience, and we (as a group) cannot wait until next class when we take the intermediate class!

Need an indoor place to shoot? This place is a great option! Coming up from Cartersville, I had…read morebeen wanting to give my new pistol a try and found this is the best place around that allows you to shoot at a reasonable price. The range was well kept and clean, an excellent place to try out my pistol. The staff were very attentive and friendly. The store appeared well stocked and to offer just about all you could need. I plan on returning for more target practice!

This is the best gun store/ range in the area…read more Great prices, friendly and knowledgeable people. They actually remember who I am and even remembered that my wife wanted to take some classes geared toward women.