I needed to renew my Orange County CCW license and was recommended to Elite from a good friend of…read moremine. SOO glad I came here! Mike, Bailey, and team were fantastic. Mike's knowledge of the CCW laws and their real life application are top notch, and having an on-site range sealed the deal for me. They valued each and every client that was part of my class, and even provided donuts, coffee, pizza for lunch, and free beverages. Looking forward to taking future classes to learn from Mike and Bailey.

Today was my 4th CCW renewal course. Of the previous three,…read moretwo were at a range in Huntington Beach and one was at an outdoor range in Corona. The class at Elite CCW was VASTLY superior to my previous experiences. Elite is truly in a league of its own. The facilities- Elite is truly concerned with the comfort of its students, and it shows. The classroom is large and air conditioned and the swiveled chairs were large and comfortable. We were greeted by dozens of azzorted donuts, refrigerators with a wide assortment of beverages, and friendly, efficient staff. Lockers were provided for our range gear, large enough to accommodate almost any size of bag. The shooting range is small (only four lanes at present, but they are moving to a larger location), but it was well lit and temperature controlled. They scheduled CCW range time efficiently, and I was easily able to qualify my firearm during the lunch break. (Pizza was provided!) As for the actual course content, it too was far superior to the other courses I've attended. Real-world cases were used often, which made the lessons more effective. Mike wisely and appropriately was training us in how to protect ourselves and our families, repeatedly reminding us to avoid conflict when possible and to not think being a CCW holder obligates us to "save the world." There were so many unique percs to the Elite CCW experience that I go on for several more paragraphs describing Mike's knowledge and experience, assistance with the CCW application process for CA, UT, & AZ, and more, but I think I've made my point. Elite CCW will be my resource for my firearms training and certification for as long as I can pull a trigger!

I'm reading the reviews and wonder how these people got through to anyone. I initally got my CCW…read moreand several renewals there, however last year I left v/m's and never got a call back. To renew I had to drive (in rush hour traffic a major headache) to a location on Beach Blvd. 10 mi. from home to get re-certified. FAST OC is only half the distance. Can anyone tell me what phone number they called and if they rec'd a call back? Also, the calendar I saw online was dated 2023 and there was nothing current. Help!!!

Chris was a patient instructor with a lot of great, real-life experience. I walked away with a new…read morerespect for the weapon. Absolutely recommend this course for hand gun safety. The facility could make some improvements. The smell of cat urine and litter was grossly overwhelming. At least 3 people (including me) had allergic reactions. The restrooms were dirty and it looked like someone had an accident ON the toilet seat in both restrooms.

I was visiting from out of town (Oakland, CA) and stopped in to shoot. It was a weekend afternoon,…read moreso there was a bit of a wait. All in all, it was worth the wait. The staff were welcoming and friendly. It sounded like they made special accommodations for myself and some other shooters, by opening up the "tactical" range, since there were no members shooting at that time. That was awesome, because it got me on the range sooner. I also brought with me a new firearm - Canik Mete MC9LS with a new optic. I forgot my regular range bag with my tools; however, the range staff allowed me to use one of their tools to adjust my new optic. I don't know how the targets move on the regular range, but on the tactical range, you can push buttons to automatically set the targets at a specified distance, move the targets manually back and forth, and automatically have the target return. Best of all, the prices were very reasonable. $20 per lane and $0.50 targets - WAAAAAY better than prices in the Bay Area. If I were a resident of the area, I'd definitely become a member. (I overheard one of the staff members informing another customer of the benefits and price.). Top Notch outfit in my opinion.

I was interested in learning proper firearms etiquette, and had an opportunity to do so at Evan's…read moreGun World. I attended their intro to handguns class, covering the basics of safety and proper form, and getting in some introductory shooting experience. John, our instructor, was very engaging and great at commanding attention when needed and building up the class's confidence. Afterward, I took them up on their 'newbie' offer of free range time and rental after class. Kevin signed me up for a lane, let me rent a couple of handgun models I researched previously, and critiqued my targets, giving some general feedback and advice. He also pointed me toward a couple other models that are known to be more friendly to left-handed shooters that I can test out in the future. Great place; a little on the older and smaller sides, but staff was extremely friendly, helpful, and attentive. I get the feeling that as I 'shop around' for my go-to range there's a strong chance I will gravitate back here, since these guys are passionate about what they do, and seem to want to inspire that passion in others. Definitely will make it a point to stop by again.

I just finished taking the NRA PERSONAL PROTECTION OUTSIDE OF THE HOME - INSTRUCTOR CLASS at…read moreALLSAFE. This is the premier CCW training curriculum. TJ is a wealth of knowledge and helped developed this course for the NRA, so we are getting training from the source. The most valuable part of this class was everything was taught from concealment and TJ made sure to give us the tools to teach these skills safely so our students can win a fight. The one surprising skill was learning how to teach concealment from a purse. This was eye opening. If you want the best use ALLSAFE.

I have been training with TJ since 2017 and take the advanced courses every month and keep going…read moreback for more. TJ, Trish, John and his crew are top notch pros. The courses of fire are always unique, demanding, and real world based techniques you can't practice most anywhere else. My abilities have improved tremendously.

Kyle is very knowledgeable on the AR platform, he was extensive and complete in his evaluation of…read moremy AR10 that was having a feed issue. He is very fair in his price and highly recommend him for any need.

Amazing experiencing with gunsmithing at this shop! Had to get a slide stop fitted for my Atlas…read moreAthena which required careful filing and a divot/dimple at the back, which were taken care of precisely and within a timely manner. Took it to the range and it ran flawlessly. Would recommend.

I recently took my first firearms course with the KIT Group and it was an awesome experience. I had…read moreno experience with a firearm going into the course and was a bit nervous to hold a gun for the first time but they really made me feel comfortable and most importantly SAFE the whole day. After learning the basics and shooting for a while we moved on to fun drills like, moving around obstacles and hitting your target multiple times in the "upper body kill zone". There was over 5 girls in our group and we all cant wait to go back. The instructors Beau, Caden, Keali'i (a standby medic), and Jason made us all feel very welcome and safe on the range the entire time. They are all very professional and clearly take pride in what they do. The KIT Group provided everything to the group, firearms, holsters, ammo, ear protection, glasses, etc. I walked away that day feeling confident in handling a firearm. I cant wait to take more courses with them in the future. Thanks KIT!

I've taken multiple courses with the KIT Group and the fact that I keep coming back repeatedly to…read moretrain with them is a testament to the level of "top notch" instruction they provide. Whether you're looking to learn something for the first time or train and develop existing skills they've got you covered. I can't say enough good things about the instructors but providing a safe and fun environment to learn is a good start. So if you're looking for a team to help you take your training to the next level or just want the confidence to use a firearm for the first time look no further. The KIT Group can definitely help to get it done.

Brett is awesome! He put together a fun outing for my son in law and family. That all had a great…read moretime and couldn't say enough about how much fun was had by all!

Apex Defensive Strategies is the real deal. I've personally trained with Brett, and his classes are…read moresome of the most professional, organized, and safety-focused I've ever attended. He goes way beyond basic stand-and-shoot drills and really pushes students to think, move, and shoot with purpose. In the more advanced pistol sessions I attended, we worked on movement, using cover correctly, engaging multiple targets, and tightening up fundamentals under pressure. In the home defense shotgun course, I learned how to maneuver the shotgun in tighter spaces, use optics effectively, and handle different target distances with much more control and confidence. What really sets Apex apart is the way Brett explains the "why" behind every drill, tailors feedback to each shooter, and maintains a serious but respectful environment. You can tell he cares about building safe, responsible, and capable shooters. If you're looking for legitimate defensive training in Orange County, I highly recommend Apex Defensive Strategies!

Mike is a great teacher! And he really helped me fall in love with hand gun shooting and ignited a…read morequest for learning and improving my skills in tactical defense.

Knowledgeable. Professional. To the point. Run by men's men. Very generous with their time and…read moreinstruction. Will be coming back for many more classes and products in the future.

I had an incredible experience with Forza. Their class was very educational and I learned a lot of…read morevaluable, priceless information. Their customer service leading up to the class was exceptional. They communicated quickly, were very responsive and extremely thorough. Essentially their communications with me ensured that I was 100% onboarded BEFORE my class date. They were amazing with their process and curriculum. Now let me get to my favorite part and that is their instructors. Gina (the owner) was skilled, personable, a great communicator but most importantly extremely nice, a true professional and a pleasure to work with. Of course she has an unbelievable personal knowledge base when it comes to firearm training and safety and her communication style ensures it transfers well to her students. In life people do business with people they like so Gina & Laurie (our other fantastic instructor) excelled in this aspect. It's extremely easy for me to recommend Forza Defense Training and I do so with confidence. They made a long day into a fun, educational, rewarding, exceptional experience. I have already referred my wife and son to them for a private lesson as they are new to firearms ownership as well as numerous others. Forza Defense Training will get every refferal I know who is looking for training, lessons or working fir their CCW! When it comes to firearms training it's important to work with the best, there's no room for cutting corners and Gina & Laurie are true professionals. Gina is an absolute gem and so is her counterpart Laurie. I will never seek any other firearms training solution. Forza Defense Training is an absolute WINNER!!

I recently got my OC CCW training and certification completed with Forza Defense. GIna and Laurie…read morewere great professionals to work with. They are patient, attentive and very knowledgeable on preparing, training and completing training with firearms. I qualified with them and they also guided me through the application process with OC Sheriff for my CCW. This was my second CCW organization for training and they are hands down the BEST I've worked with.

Rounders is an amazing gym all around. Such great energy and people, I 100% recommend coming here.read more

So glad I found this place; I started training at Rounders in February 2026 -- and I will be a…read moremember when you are reading this message! I have been a hobbyist of various martial arts for years. Since day 1, the environment at Rounders was a perfect fit. The people are friendly and helpful. The hours and the selection of martial arts classes are excellent. Every last coach knows their stuff, and they teach both kids and adults classes with professionalism and care. I am also always grateful that the black belts, pro fighters, and other experienced trainees are so helpful during class. Not only do you have knowledgable coaches, but your peers support you here too. I have seen multiple martial arts gyms over the years, especially in Orange County, and while all have nice things to say about them, Rounders just hits every single mark. It's a nice and spacious facility with a great setup, but the people are what make it stand out. My only complaint is that I wish I had started here sooner.