I did my basic pistol course today. At first, I was a bit concerned that Burx might not have the…read moreexperience to provide good training. I was wrong, he is an excellent instructor. He is enthusiastic about the subject, clear in his delivery, and works hard to adapt the material to the background of the student. Turns out that he is also a very personable guy, which makes the training easier. Burx introduces a wide array of guns to you, and you get to shoot any or all of them. This is really very, very helpful in trying to figure out what kind of gun would work for you in any specific situation. I'd say that if you are contemplating a gun purchase, get trained by Burx first so that you can make an informed decision. If you are relatively new to firearms, or want to improve your marksmanship, Burx is also the right guy to go to. He told me things about seemingly basic stuff such as how to hold the guns properly, which other people seem to ignore. The difference between getting basics like this right, and not getting them right are huge. For example, the guy in the next lane had immense problems getting any kind of grouping on targets at any distance because his grip was wrong.

From the owner: We specialize in handgun safety and instruction for both beginner, intermediate, and expert…read moreshooters. You will learn from a from a U.S. Marine Veteran who is both a NRA Certified Pistol Instructor and a NRA Certified Range Safety Officer. The main course taught is one in 3 hours in length, called the NRA FIRST Steps, where upon completion you'll be issued a Course Completion Certificate that will enable you to apply for your Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit.

As someone who moved from the Eastern Shore to NoVA, one of my biggest priorities was looking for…read moreplaces to shoot. As an avid clay target shooter, finding a place to go (besides my gun club) was important, since my club doesn't have a Sporting Clays facility. A few people told me about Bull Run, and I visited for the first time back in October. I was impressed with the facilities. The county government runs the spot, and it is nice and clean! Pricing is fair. If you don't have a gun, you can rent one for an additional fee. If you need shells or bring shells that violate the rules of the range, there are boxes of shells you can buy on the premises. The one drawback I personally had thag doesn't directly affect me is if you bring someone who's never shot before, they will be required to do a mandatory safety course. The course isn't terrible, and my friend who has to do the safety course said it was very insightful. But if you don't have to do the course, but a friend does, you're gonna be waiting a hot minute before you guys can shoot together. Nevertheless, as someone certified as both a shotgun firearms instructor and an RSO, I value their commitment to ensuring everyone at Bull Run is safe.

really great staff! Ive been a few times now and the facility is always top notch. I recommend…read moretaking a course or two if your a beginner.

I would highly recommend this course. Lisa knows her stuff. She has a lot of knowledge and…read moreexperience, and the material was relevant and useful. It was presented well and the time went by quickly. The shooting range was fun. My instructor Bobbie was great. After learning how to handle, load the magazine, and operate the firearm I felt more confident than I thought I would. The instructor also let me try another firearm and gave me ammo so I could see which one I liked best. My sister took a course in Maryland and it wasn't nearly as good as this one and she didn't get a book, and it cost her the same amount of money. If you take this course you will definitely get your monies worth. I will go back to Live Fire Instruction and take other training courses.

From the owner: Based in Northern Virginia, Live Fire Instruction provides quality firearms instruction through…read morecourses for Basic Pistol Safety and Fundamentals, comprehensive Multi-State Concealed Carry Permit Courses, and One-on-One Personal Training for first-time to experienced shooters. We offer a combination of classroom and range courses for men, women and youth.

Took this course yesterday and really learned a lot! The instructors are true professionals and…read moreknow their guns and gun safety and share their knowledge in an easy-to-understand format. It was very 'hands on' which was great for this beginner since I knew next to nothing about guns. The classroom prep was vital before actually getting on the range and shooting real ammo. I will definitely need lots of range practice, but I feel like I am well on my way to knowing how to defend myself. I plan to take the Family Safety Training Center's First Aid/CPR class as well!

From the owner: We offer a range of training related to personal, family and community safety. Our classes are all…read moreclassroom based, with the exception of when practical training and evaluation is necessary off site. Private one on one training is available, as well as training for groups off site. We can teach and certify you in the areas of First Aid, CPR, Wilderness First Aid, and Blood-borne Pathogen Awareness. We also teach a variety Firearm Safety, Concealed Carry and Home Defense course. We aim to create a training organization that engages students and leaves them with the knowledge that they have received a comprehensive skill set, and a trust that they have an family organization they can return to time and again for new skills. Through proper training we can have more citizens ready with the skills they need not only for their family and employers, but also to serve their communities.

I can't recommend Paladin Tactical enough. Whether it's your first or 5th firearm purchase, Warren…read morewill spend the time to suggest the best firearm based on your needs,experience and budget. He's got a pulse on the industry and has never steered me wrong. If this is your first firearm experience, I cannot stress enough how important it is to have someone like Warren guide you through the process. I would compare buying from Paladin Tactical like getting fitted for a bespoke suit. Everyone is unique with tastes and requirements. I have not met anyone with more firearm knowledge than Warren and I've met quite a few folks in the industry. Paladin Tactical also offers firearms training. Warren is a certified instructor for all firearms except for black powder (sorry Davy Crockett). What better way to break in your new firearm than with some proper training from this tactical mentor. Training and ammo are the most important things to spend your money in after your firearms purchase.

Top notch training. I've attended both the CCW1 and CCW2 classes and learned so much. Can't wait…read morefor the next classes!

Rob was very helpful to myself & my family in our time of need. His service and diligence were…read moreamazing, and we felt very comfortable working with him. I would highly recommend any of Homeland Protection's services: the agency went above and beyond time and time again for a fraction of the cost that other companies would have charged.

Great quick service. I needed fingerprints right away and they drove out to where I was.read more

My husband and I did the pistol training course with Michael for a total of four hours. Our…read moreexperience was exceptional. Michael was extremely knowledgeable and took time to really explain everything that he wanted us to do. He made both of us feel very comfortable and confident and we are very thankful. We would definitely recommend his course and plan on signing up for some additional courses with him.

I took the Defensive Pistol training course with Mike and Dave yesterday afternoon. It was a…read morefantastic course and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone that plans to carry a concealed firearm. Perhaps you are new to carrying a concealed firearm. We were all there at one point. But if you are ever presented with a potentially harmful situation, do you know how to train your mind and body to assess and react? You may think you will have time to rack a slide and/or release a safety mechanism, but most life threatening situations happen very quickly. The foundation for this course is safe and repetitive gun handling skills followed by hands on range time. Don't get me wrong, you'll still need to keep up with training and practicing but this course definitely teaches you the responsibility and implications of carrying a firearm as well as the confidence to do so safely. I should also mention that the outdoor range facility is absolutely amazing. Finally, I cannot say enough about the instructors. Mike and Dave's resumes and experience speak for themselves. They are great teachers as well as great people - all while keeping it fun. I cannot thank you enough and I look forward to seeing what you put together for the follow-up course!