Not sure I'll add anything to the already excellent reviews for Sandy and McKinney Firearms…read moreTraining. I have handguns and rifles, but I'm self-taught. I already knew shooting was not automatic for me. I had some bad habits. Well, maybe I had a lot of bad habits. Sandy assesses your level: beginner, intermediate, expert. Then he helps you make your gun handling and shooting MUCH more smooth and effective. In my case, I signed up for a private lesson. As a woman, I was used to shooting rifles (had livestock and therefore problem predators occasionally), but not my handguns. When I bought a new handgun, I wanted to get training on handling and shooting it, quickly, effectively, and accurately. That's what I'm getting. And can't believe what I've learned already to prevent jamming, to increase speed while keeping accuracy, etc. And his rates? Very affordable. And great gun range out in the country: perfect place to learn. Sandy teaches all levels, from beginners to professionals, from personal protection to concealed carry. I know a good instructor when I see one. Very methodical, starts from where you are, helps you correct what you need to, allows you to repeat until you develop "second nature," and then advances you to the next step to meet your identified goals. And I'm an "old school" army brat, so I also know when the instructor knows his business in that area too for more advanced users. And, yes, I've signed up for more individual instruction.

I have never handled a gun before and am extremely nervous around them. He was so patient and…read moreexplained everything and answered all my questions. By the end of the class, not only was I comfortable around a gun but was able to load and shoot several guns. Would recommend to anyone.

This is a multi year review…read more I've been going to KranzFTG for most of his classes (from beginner pistol all the way through to Advanced 1&2, Carbine, etc). Jeff and his instructors are incredibly professional, knowledgeable and experienced. Anyone who owns a gun and hasn't been to some training absolutely needs to take his classes. For beginners you can literally show up with a brand new gun still in the box and they'll walk you through everything in his Handgun 101 class. For experienced shooters, look at Advanced Handgun, and Carbine classes. I've shot at training courses in CA, NV and here in north TX and Kranz is among the best. Friendly, has great expertise to pass along and you're absolutely walking away more experienced and ready.

Take one class, you will go back. Professional, sincere, and…read moresimply good group of solid people.

My family and I took the learn to shoot course that Mark offers and he did an awesome job breaking…read moredown everything for beginners and ensuring that everyone in the course was familiar with all safety rules and comfortable handling a firearm. Course was engaging, interactive, and I would definitely recommend it to anyone learning to shoot for the first time.

I signed up for the course to become more knowledgeable about handling weapons. The instructor…read more(Mark) spent the first part of the class learning about different types of guns and their function. The second part we got to select which gun we wanted to shoot on the range. It's a 3-hour course so there was plenty of time to do both. I would recommend this class to anyone who wants either first time instruction or a refresher class with a weapons expert.

Great organization! Really enjoy patronizing this business. Facility is modern, clean, well…read moredesigned. Customer Service is excellent. Have shot there several times and also used their gunsmith on two occasions. The owners are also very friendly and listen to their customers concerns. Can't say enough good about this business

Not a good experience. The whole place is shrouded in arrogance and condescension. Matt is a real…read morepiece of work. One and done. I hope others have the good sense to go elsewhere. Better take the drive to Sherman to BPS. It's worth the drive.

Amazing experience. All staff were very caring and…read moreavailable. The RSO was great vigilant throughout.

I have been here a couple times using their handgun range as well as their rifle range. Every…read moretime I have been there, the staff has been very friendly. I love being able to talk and joke about a range of things ( pun intended ). The range is clean and ran with safety as a priority. The only issue I have is my fat ass feels like I'm about to break their chairs. That's more a "me" issue though. I think I will only shoot here as I feel like family when I am there. Even if by family, I mean that cousin you tolerate. :). Seriously though, this place is an awesome place to send rounds down range. Highly recommend!!!!

It was most informative and helpful classes I ever received…read more Focus on details and help understand you how to apply everything to your personal life was amazing.

I recently moved to Texas and wanted to get my License To Carry (LTC), so I did a brief search on…read morethe interwebz and lo and behold I found this place near my apartment, so I signed up! First let me say that I am new to this whole process and relatively new to firearms. I shot basic qualifications in the Air Force but nothing too crazy and I've only really shot with friends at a few ranges. So aside from wanting to get my LTC, I also wanted to learn "the right way" in general, and this company exceeded my expectations. First, the class is a one day thing, so you don't have to go back on any other days, it's a one-shot (see what I did there?) deal. I initially signed up for a class on a Friday, and it was cancelled due to extreme rain. However, they offered a $10 discount to reschedule, which was a nice gesture. So I rescheduled for a Sunday and had better luck. Also, they have classes on weekdays and weekends to fit your schedule, so that was also nice. The instructors, Phil and Cesare, are both excellent. They are both active duty police firearms instructors ans have over 20 years of teaching experienc. The class was fairly small, only 18 people. I've read of some other companies that have much larger classes, but I prefer smaller and it made for a friendly environment. The class consists of two portions, the range and the classroom. The range portion is actually a lot of fun and the instructors are 100% safety oriented and they explain everything in great detail as well as instruct you step by step on your qualification. You can also ask any and all questions and they will answer and help you. The classroom portion is extremely informative in many subjects. The instructors walk you through applicable state laws (there are many) and even though the new LTC state requirements are a condensed version of the requirements in previous years, they do a great job covering quite a bit of information. They do so with professionalism and a sense of humor, the kind you might expect from seasoned veterans! One more thing; aside from covering legal aspects of LTC, they teach you psychological aspects and you leave the class feeling informed and also a sense of responsibility. The classroom itself is nice and comfortable, and there are snacks, coffee, water, etc. You pay the initial portion (a deposit) online and the remaining portion at the class with cash, check, or card. They offer a discount for paying by cash or card, which I took advantage of. The class is $89, but I did end up getting $14 off because of the rain and because I paid cash. After the class is completed, they send step by step instructions via email on how to complete your LTC process with the state. Aside from that, Phil is available via cell phone for any questions. All in all a great experience, very professional, very safety-oriented, and most of all I will definitely be back for some of their other courses. Highly recommend.

Fantastic LTC training w/ James on a hot Texas summer morning. I signed up for the LTC prep…read moreclass and we met at an outdoor range just north of McKinney. James was super knowledgeable and ensured I felt comfortable with the weapons while demonstrating safety use. After completing the prep course I was able to go right into the proficiency portion of my LTC journey and passed it the first time around with flying colors. Definitely recommend Side Arm Training McKinney to anyone interested in getting their LTC! Thanks.

I took a private training session with James from Sidearm Training, and it was EXCELLENT. We…read moretrained out at an outdoor range just north of McKinney, and the guy definitely knows his stuff. He said he's been shooting for about 40 years, and his knowledge and expertise is impressive. He went over some basics, and then we did different shooting drills that were much more interesting than just target shooting in an indoor range. His demeanor with me was great and he didn't make me feel like any question was stupid. I highly recommend James and Sidearm training.

What a great Krav Maga gym! The space is clean and…read moreorganized! The instructor is excellent! The students were friendly and helpful! If you are looking to improve your self defense, I highly recommend training at Executive Self-defense Krav Maga!

Awesome training. Andrea is a patient, knowledgeable and thorough instructor! I love going to her…read moretraining sessions.

Had a great time taking a 2-day course from Ken. Your body with ache and your brain will be a…read morelittle slow after the course completion.The class isn't rocket science and the language used is every day verbage so you aren't constantly decipher lingo that sounds cool. While the concepts are easy to understand, executing them proficiently is a whole other story. There are a lot of lightbulb moments in this course. If you can proficiently draw from a holster, I'd recommend this class no matter the background. Comp vs tactical argument is saved for another day because everything mentioned can be applied to both. Also worth mentioning, keep your fly down the entirety of the class and Ken might offer you a discount.

For years, I've always been conflicted in taking any firearms course, but after this past weekend,…read moreI glad I "pulled the trigger"! It has been an incredibly enriching experience that excessed all my expectations! The practical exercises were challenging yet empowering! From the fundamentals to advanced techniques, the course covered it all. Not only is Ken knowledgeable, patient, and skilled, but also incredibly passionate about ensuring every participant left with a deep understanding of firearm proficiency along with feeling confident and competent with our skills. Ken goes above and beyond and I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and skill in handling firearms. I look forward to future courses/private lessons! Keep up the good work brother!!