Todd is the man to go too. He helped me arrange an appointment for my FSC back in 21 when he was…read morestill in the area. He had quite a selection of FA for a reasonable price. Bought 3 of my FA with him and will go back without a doubt. He's a professional and personal salesman who will walk you thru the whole process and make you feel welcomed into this community.

Top-notch. The couple who own and operate this store are the best. New owners, seasoned owners and…read moreeveryone in between will benefit from the couple's life-long experience in law enforcement and their practical, clear and focused sales advice or training. I took their new owner training course and left with the confidence and knowledge I needed to further develop as a safe and knowledgeable owner. If you are looking, this is the option.

To the basic rifle course and learned a ton from Sledge! He tailored the course/information to my…read morecurrent level and has a ton of experience and knowledge to share. I'll definitely be back to take more courses!

My wife and I took the basic pistol course with owner/instructor Edward "Sledge" Donaldson. We are…read morecomplete novices at shooting and came in with little to no information and zero prior experience. Sledge was very informative and patient with us as we learned. He answered every question completely and made us feel safe and prepared as new gun owners. The knowledge, experience, and passion Sledge has for firearms and firearms instruction comes through at all times. In the future we will be signing up for the advanced classes offered through Unified tactical.

I have nearly 15 years in the security industry & prior to that over 5 years of active duty in the…read moreMarines. After working for the same company for 13 years, I was in search of new security related work. But no longer with a company, I realized I needed to renew my certifications. I originally was only in search of first aid & CPR training. I found ESSC via an online search and through Eventbrite. Not only did they offer first aid and CPR but an array of other useful security related certifications that included baton, firearms, handcuffing, pepper spray and much more. As a military veteran I was eligible for funding that covered the cost of the 3 week course. Although I was very familiar with most of what was covered, I learned a lot of real world tactics from the training staff that one can only acquire through years of experience. From he owner, Mr. Rasheed to the lead instructor, Mr. Morrow and to all the office staff that worked behind the scenes to get our certifications processed...thank you very much. I highly recommend ESSC for entry level security officers to seasoned security professionals. You're not just going to walk away with a guard card, you'll walk away with new knowledge to apply to the security industry. Also, ESSC is extremely military friendly and will line veterans up with services to assist them. One last bit, if you're a graduate of ESSC, you're always welcome back for refreshers courses free of charge. They will also notify you as you get closer to your BSIS certification renewal dates. Lastly, recruiters are always dropping in to hire candidates for jobs. If you're in the market to learn about the security industry or need a refresher like myself, you can't go wrong with ESSC.

This is a terrific training facility, with a staff of dedicated professionals. The course was…read morethorough, and provided the requisite materials and instruction to develop the skills and earn the certifications required by the State of California to get my Guard Card, as well as additional certificates to make me more marketable in the field. I now feel well prepared to be a valuable team member of any Security detail.

Been going for about a year, guys behind the counter and RSO's are informative and super chill as…read morelong as you're not doing anything dangerous. Like any other indoor range they check ammo, but generally don't care what firearms you bring, most I've gotten is "Oh dude is that a X? Sweet." On the firing line. I only shoot pistols here, rifle and shotgun ammo must be bought from them (no thanks.). 25 yard range, ventilation is pretty good but FT3 in Stanton is definitely better. In the firing line the marks for distances are numbers on the wall for yardages with lines painted across the floor for reference. I typically pay $25-28 for a lane and 2-3 paper targets, if you want to bring your own it must be approved by them. Only thing that might be a turn off is the fact that it isn't the prettiest range, and the furnishings are pretty lackluster. I've never seen a chair on the firing line and there are wood benches about 10 feet behind the line. But for the value, solid target selection and good options for rentals (Glocks, M&P's, 1911's, revolvers, many more) you can't really beat it as a regular without spending significantly more for a club membership or range fees elsewhere.

Had a great experience staff were friendly and helpful and called my firearm boba fetts gun huge…read morecompliment for me

Course taken: Beginner Pistol Training Course…read more Summary: 2-day course. First day was in the office where topics were covered via PowerPoint presentation and Pete allowed us to do dry firing with airsoft guns. Second day was at the range for about 1.5hr where he taught us safe operation (i.e. grip, stance, aiming, accuracy, loading, unloading). Special remarks: Pete's dedication to gun safety and safe gun operation is apparent in the way he teaches. He is passionate about safety and an enthusiastic teacher which made the class fun. One of his most valuable strengths is that he was able to teach in a way that I could understand. (Side note: I am afraid of guns but took this class to combat that fear!) Pete was able to keep the class engaged, provided constructive feedback, and attention to detail. With his guidance and support, I was able to see a significant improvement in my grouping and decrease my fear of guns overall. Also, I made new friends in the class :) **I will be returning for other classes. Definitely recommend.

Such a good instructor, kept it entertaining. He's so funny!…read more I am taking the 2 day course , today was my first day and I feel great , learned a lot of new things. Time honestly flew by cause I was just so into it. Can't wait for the 2nd day!

Pew pew pew... pew pew pew pew!…read more 100% would recommend!!! Brought all the friends from Europe here to try shooting for the first time. The whole team was very helpful. Full service all around!

Well things have changed from when I've been here 3 years ago. Attitude from the time I checked in…read more Ask if I'm here for a class and I said "No" . He asked what I wanted, as I'm holding targets and my gun bag. I asked if a lane is available. He checks my gun and ammo and has he puts it back he doesn't put my gun back in to the sleeve instead he points it at me as he's putting it back into my bag. I zeroed my gun and then started to do a controlled pairs. I get a tap on my shoulder from a young kid and was told 1 shot per second. Mind you there's people doing double taps. I said I thought you can do controlled pairs. He said in those lanes you can, which were a few down from me. At this point I literally felt they were bias towards me and it takes A LOT for me to say that considering my occupation. You think he would have offered me to move to those lanes, but he doesn't and he continues to stare at me as if he's scolding me in front of other people. I truly don't get the whole attitude at indoor ranges. I will NEVER return to this range and will not recommend it to any of my co-workers or friends. You will not feel welcomed here if you're not a white guy or Asian shooting at this range. After 15 mins I just left. Response to owners statement: I wasn't looking for your validation. Mentioning your rank in your past career is irrelevant in this situation. Just stated my experience at your place of business. You should know officers don't raise a stink or complain at a place they're not welcomed or treated differently. They just leave and don't return. This is a "review" on yelp on MY last experience at your range. .

I recently completed the Pistol 101 course at Burro Canyon with Tom from L.A. Progressive Shooters,…read moreand it was a transformative experience. To be completely honest, I started this class with a significant amount of fear regarding firearms. However, the patient, safe, and professional manner in which we were taught immediately put my mind at ease. Tom does an incredible job of prioritizing safety above all else, ensuring that every step is understood before moving forward. His teaching partner Val added such a wonderful, welcoming touch to the class. Her presence and guidance made the experience feel even more approachable and inclusive. Because of their combined efforts, I walked away with so much more confidence than I ever thought possible. If you have been hesitant or nervous about taking that first step, I cannot recommend this course enough--you will be in great hands.

This class was honestly amazing. Tom and his two other instructors were very nice, very calm and…read morevery patient with everyone. They were very clear on explanations and took their time to make sure everybody understood each step. They were very knowledgeable and honestly made the entire group feel very safe. Me and my husband went and we were both very very entry-level. But we both left extremely confident and just blown away at how much we ended up learning and just one 4 hour intro class.

Took the CCW renewal course today. There were 15 participants in the course. The range location in…read moreSylmar was ideal as we had a large private bay for the whole day. The session was very well organized and Edmund brought all of the props for the various scenarios that were programmed. Edmund, his family, and his team were all 5- instructors. I can't say enough positive things about all of the instructors - everyone brought a great attitude. Every participant received personalized feedback during every scenario. Special shoutout to Edmund and his large bag of extra holsters and mag holders. He even had a 3d printed part that he wanted me to try out. Thank you again to Edmund, Shelly, Patrick, Robert, and Dave. I'll be a returning customer and will recommend Shoot Safe to every gun owner I know.

Edmond and his team are second to none. They not only get you up to CCW standards but go beyond to…read morereally make sure you are operating to safety standards for yourself and people around you but that you are proficient in shooting and give real life scenarios. I will be back to do their other classes to further my skilla and hear more Edmond jokes lol way to go team. Highly recommend

Just finished a whole day of training with Greg Block and his team, and it was absolutely worth it…read more Greg is knowledgeable, experienced, and clearly knows how to teach. He breaks down fundamentals in a way that's easy to understand without ever talking down to you. You can tell right away you're learning from someone who takes safety and skill seriously. Assisting Instructors Emilio and Julie were both excellent -- attentive, professional, and supportive throughout the drills. The whole class felt structured and well run, but still relaxed enough to enjoy. It never felt overwhelming. By the end of the day, I was noticeably more comfortable handling and operating my firearm -- from basic fundamentals to controlled drills and clearing malfunctions. Everything just felt smoother. Great instruction, great team, money well spent. I'll definitely be back.

My husband and I took the basic course with Greg & team. I highly recommend Greg! He is incredibly…read moreknowledgeable and pretty funny, which helps keep you engaged when parts of the course could get dry. Courses are priced very reasonably for what you get, too. I will definitely be signing up for additional courses.

When I joined this program a couple years ago I had just finished doing a Breathwork certification…read moreteacher training and wanted to do something that I thought was exactly the opposite of what I just learned. I pick a new trade or skill annually and learn it. This time I chose United Defense Tactical. I was never really into guns or shooting or MMA or anything like that. I'm more into film and music and what not. But after joining and finding myself thinking of perfecting my grip, stance etc, and noticing i was getting quicker, more accurate, and finding myself thinking differently about regular and routine situations, even walking into a room or where I sit at a restaurant, I found that I felt like I had greater and broader awareness of my surroundings, other people, and myself. When I first started I didn't own a firearm and originally hadn't planned to which was cool that it wasn't necessary. So don't let that hold you back from starting this. You will know when the time is right. Ive been really busy so unfortunately haven't been able to go as much as I'd like to but when I do, I get so much out of that hour I'm there. It's a great way to separate yourself from all other areas of life because it requires your entire focus, in detail. Perfect way to start or end your day. All the instructors I've had have been great. They each have their own take on it so it's beneficial to get different classes in with various instructors. Vince makes it fun and helped make the details enjoyable while showing where I needed to improve and focus more. John i originally thought was kind of tough and focused a ton on fundamentals which I'm happy he does. I find that I get a lot out of his classes bc the tone is serious and the attention to surroundings and detail is heavily focused on. Lance is good with connecting to his students and creating exercises that make you think, and can seem like a lot at first but then you surprise yourself with how good you do. Tony is good at pin pointing your weak spots and helping you get better at it. Vince does a great job of this too. Joshua is great too but I haven't taken many classes with him. I remember him slightly adjusting my draw and it helped immensely. These guys are all pros and great to learn from. If you go in with a mindset of being broken down in order to be built back up stronger then you will get so much out of this course. There's a couple other guys that I took classes from that I don't think are there anymore. Again, I haven't been in for a while, but if you're serious about getting more knowledgeable in de escalation, self defense, educated on guns and thinking in a way that makes utilizing your gun education as a last resort, and you want to become more confident in potential real life situations (that do/can happen), then this is your place. The majority of people have no training like this. It's beneficial to learn. To say the least. All these guys would be cool to use in a short action film as well. If they were interested Thanks UDT! See you soon.

SCAM ALERT: Do not give them your card!…read more Update: so funny look at their reply - trying so hard to explain their policy, but ignoring what I was offered is a paid trial and they keep charging me even if I canceled. it is a FRAUD, Check their BBB, it is a F score. I was promised a $179 per month "flexible" trial, this is specifically given that I can cancel before the trail ends and not bind to their one year membership but it was a total lie. Classes are impossible to book and the schedule is a joke. The worst part? I officially cancelled on Feb 11 and got a written confirmation saying "no further payments will occur." Today, they ILLEGALLY charged my card $200 anyway! This is straight-up fraud. They lure you in with "flexibility" and then rob you even after you quit. Save your money and stay away. I'm reporting this to the police and filing a chargeback immediately.