Ccw Class reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 132 Reddit reviews across 27 subreddits and 47 posts to rank the best Ccw Class brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Columbus, r/vegaslocals, r/COGuns, r/CAguns, r/Charlotte. Top-rated brands include Blackwing (5.0/5), 88 Tactical (5.0/5), Bristlecone (5.0/5).
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Reviews132
Subreddits27
Posts47
Brands97
Products25
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#1
Blackwing
5.0
(7)
"Instruction was on point, time structured, relevant material and very professional."
"Has a lot of good reviews and the class includes a 1 month range membership afterwards."
"I would highly recommend Blackwing."
"It's one of the more expensive options, but it was a great class. There was some great extra instruction about Ohio laws from an attorney."
"+1 for Blackwing"
"I took mine at Blackwing and it was excellent. They also have other courses meant for beginners."
"+1 for Black Wing. They are top notch and run a very safe class and establishment."
#2
88 Tactical
5.0
(4)
"Did the CCW at 88 tactical and they have a very even keel approach to the philosophy and legality of carrying."
"88 tactical is awesome. I’ve taken 3 classes through them including their CCW and been really happy with all of them."
"I've taken a few CCW classes and 88 Tactical has been my favorite one so far."
"88 Tactical all the way and then continued training classes with them."
#3
Bristlecone
5.0
(4)
"They offer Women only intro to pistol classes, great instructors and place in general."
"Highly recommend them."
"Bristlecone in Lakewood. 💯"
"I highly recommend bristlecone training and retail center in Lakewood."
#4
Discount Gun Mart
4.3
(4)
"Good class."
"Kyle Dau with Discount Gun Mart was great."
"2nd for DGM"
"I actually liked the class and instructor."
#5
Green Valley Range
5.0
(3)
"Green Valley Range was great. The staff was cool, and the instructor was great too."
"I second GVR."
"Green Valley Range in Henderson was phenomenal - really fun class."
#6
Low Pro Consulting
4.7
(3)
"Very happy with the class I got from Low Pro Consulting."
"I was happy with the class I got from Low Pro Consulting."
"They’re probably the cheapest class and they wont get all 'tacticool' on you."
#7
Armed2Defend
4.3
(3)
"They’re good people and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to learn."
"I took mine through Armed2defend."
"I went to http://armed2defend.com/ they provide .22 pistols and ammo for the class and have some different caliber test guns for an extra $20 you get to shoot 5 different guns"
#8
Blackwing Shooting Center
5.0
(2)
"Black Wing Shooting Center in Delaware brings Ken Hanson in for the legal portion of the class. He's the authority on lethal self-defense cases and concealed carry law in Ohio."
"I took their class. It was quite informative and affordable. They even invite one a lawyer to explain the basic gun laws in Ohio."
#9
Kenaz
5.0
(2)
"Kenaz is amazing. Highly recommended."
"Kenaz for sure. They're not that expensive, great guys, and you'll get quality range time."
#10
The Range 702
5.0
(2)
"I second the Range 702 with Sarge."
"I would HIGHLY recommend taking it there."
#11
Shoot Center
5.0
(2)
"Second for Shoot Center"
"Seconded. They were great."
#12
Kee Firearms
4.5
(2)
"I recently took my CCW training at Kee Firearms in New Lenox 2/3 weeks ago. The class was free, and I believe they're doing it for the entire month of August too."
"I took it at Kee Firearms. They were offering free classes, you still had to pay a range fee, but the classroom time was free. They are on here, search for them in this subreddit. Class was pretty good and instructors were knowledgeable."
#13
Practical Arms
4.5
(2)
"He is extremely knowledgeable. Think I paid $120 for a two pack and went with a friend. He has 4.9 star review on FB with 200 reviews so it's not just me"
"I took a class offered at Bass Pro at Concord Mills through "Practical Arms", and we went to a private range after to qualify."
#14
Paradise Sales
4.5
(2)
"His class is excellent for new shooters. He covers way more than needed for a concealed weapon permit."
"Check out Paradise Sales for a more robust pistol class."
#15
Guns for Everyone
4.5
(2)
"Are quite female friendly!"
"Free/Donation-based."
#16
West Coast Armory
4.0
(2)
"I’ve had really great experiences with the couple classes I’ve taken at West Coast Armory North."
"West coast in Bellevue or Champions in Kent."
#17
BluCore
4.0
(2)
"I belong to BluCore in Lakewood and they offer some pretty good training."
"BluCore is more expensive, but they’re respectful and professional."
#18
Greentop
4.0
(2)
"Greentop has a 3 hour, no shooting class and a 4 hour, 1 hour of range time class."
"Greentop has some quick ones"
#19
Top Gun
4.0
(2)
"Top gun has an occasion all female class cpl I recommend."
"Top gun in Taylor is pretty good. I've also heard good things about downriver guns in Brownstown"
#20
Discount Firearms
4.0
(2)
"Good course back then."
"I took mine at discount firearms I liked it a lot."
#21
AimHi
4.0
(2)
"Took my CCW course at AimHi in New Albany and went relatively frequently to the range there before I moved."
"+1 for AimHi. The range portion of their training is unique among most other classes and it's nice to have a variety of handguns provided to try."
#22
AllSafe Defense
5.0
(1)
"AllSafe Defense"
#23
Foley Firearms Training
5.0
(1)
"Mike Foley is awesome. He's in Perris."
#24
Marksman
5.0
(1)
"They were great, highly knowledgeable with no politics involved."
#25
GDH Class
5.0
(1)
"Greg and crew are great. I would take their GDH class ASAP."
#26
WCA
5.0
(1)
"+1 for WCA. I've taken 2 sets of classes there and will continue."
#27
Joe Motto
5.0
(1)
"Overall great CCW class."
#28
FTW NY
5.0
(1)
"Hands down, best in NY. Plus they provide you with guns and ammunition."
#29
Mattimore Armed Security Training
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommend. Their team is knowledgeable and keeps everything fun and engaging."
#30
James Mattimore
5.0
(1)
"I've done other classes with him, and he is so educated you'll actually learn something."
#31
Top Gun Training
5.0
(1)
"They made it enjoyable to sit in a class for 16 hours."
#32
Practical Defense Systems
5.0
(1)
"I'm planning to go with Practical Defense Systems."
#33
APT
5.0
(1)
"It’s the best place to become familiar with firearms."
#34
Downtown Tactical
5.0
(1)
"Downtown Tactical is fantastic."
#35
Maxon
5.0
(1)
"Great class, great instructor. I genuinely learned some really important stuff."
#36
Wisconsin Firearms and Transfers
5.0
(1)
"Offers a really nice one!"
#37
Calibers
5.0
(1)
"I very much enjoyed my last CCW class at Calibers."
#38
Apsis Protection Services
5.0
(1)
"Highly recommended."
#39
Concealed Carry Classes Of Denver
5.0
(1)
"We were happy."
#40
Gary Shank Top Shot Firearms
5.0
(1)
"I HIGHLY recommend Gary Shank Top Shot Firearms."
#41
RAC Guns & Ammo
5.0
(1)
"RAC Guns & Ammo at Prater and Sparks Bl. New facility with an indoor range."
#42
Empire Training Academy
5.0
(1)
"Empire Training Academy. The best place to go to in all of Vegas, trust me."
#43
Armed Executive
5.0
(1)
"I’d recommend armed executive that operates out of Precision Armory on Blue Diamond."
#44
Discount
5.0
(1)
"We used Darius @ Discount. He comes to your house for a private course."
#45
Colorado Shooting Sports
5.0
(1)
"It’s a great class, with an option to do hands on and actually shoot your gun."
#46
USCCA
5.0
(1)
"Try to find a USCCA instructor."
#47
Bill Desy
5.0
(1)
"He's great."
#48
We The People Firearms Training
5.0
(1)
"We The People Firearms Training in St Charles is a great course."
#49
Great Plains Rifle Works
5.0
(1)
"Check out Mark Bohaty at Great Plains Rifle Works."
#50
Wayne County Sheriff
5.0
(1)
"They are by far the best."
#51
Focus First
5.0
(1)
"I used Focus First in Livonia."
#52
The Gun Store
5.0
(1)
"Our instructor, Jeremy, was great and the class was informative as hell."
#53
Trigger Time
5.0
(1)
"They also have monthly lady’s night gatherings that my wife loves to attend."
#54
Ladyfire
5.0
(1)
"She is fantastic."
#55
Lipstick Tactical
5.0
(1)
"Amanda is right off 6th Ave and I25."
#56
Dark Horse MTE
5.0
(1)
"I could not recommend Eric and his team enough."
#57
North County Firearms
5.0
(1)
"Was a great class and process."
#58
Splitz Second Shooting
5.0
(1)
"Relaxed environment & instructor Ricky is great."
#59
Broomfield Indoor Shooting
5.0
(1)
"Sam at Broomfield Indoor Shooting was a blast."
#60
BluCore Shooting Center
5.0
(1)
"Offers a CCW course."
#61
ShootRite Training
5.0
(1)
"Dave Nicioli is an awesome dude."
#62
Center Mass Instruction
5.0
(1)
"Very friendly, knowledgable, and they are a great bunch all around in my experience."
#63
JP Porcalla
4.0
(1)
"Try JP porcalla in livonia"
#64
Utah CCW Carry
4.0
(1)
"Took mine at utahccwcarry.com in Murray, $50 for class and $52 for state processing for residents, $102 total. Enjoyed the class."
#65
Martial Arts Training Institute
4.0
(1)
"Martial Arts Training Institute, owned by Sheriff Carmichael, does all inclusive concealed carry classes."
#66
DoubleTap Concealed
4.0
(1)
"I did mine a few years ago with DoubleTap Concealed in Gastonia. I seem to remember finding a Groupon for a discount."
#67
Bull Moose Guns
4.0
(1)
"Bull Moose Guns does a nice job"
#68
Point Blank Range
4.0
(1)
"I did mine at Point Blank Range in Matthews. Great spot to take the class and get in some range time."
#69
Carolina Sporting Arms
4.0
(1)
"Check out Carolina Sporting Arms. Great instructors. They can start with a 101 type class and then move up to CCW."
#70
Blackstone Shooting
4.0
(1)
"I would check out Blackstone Shooting, Point Blank Range or Carolina Sporting Arms. They offer CCW classes regularly and the details are all listed on their website"
#71
New Albany Shooting Range
4.0
(1)
"I personally like the CCW class at New Albany Shooting Range. The first half of the class was all classroom stuff where they teach you gun safety, storage, how to disassemble, assemble, clean, load."
#72
First Defense
4.0
(1)
"You can go with First defense"
#73
The Training Center
4.0
(1)
"The training center in Palm Desert has a pretty good class."
#74
Venger Tactical
4.0
(1)
"Iv heard really good things about Venger tactical in GI."
#75
Klawonns
4.0
(1)
"Great people, small and fairly relaxed class."
#76
Shooters World
4.0
(1)
"They have more of a “big box” feel and a diverse staff."
#77
Bass Pro Shop
4.0
(1)
"CCW Maggie at Bass Pro Shop indoor range. Good course Utah and Florida are available as well."
#78
Mayday Gun Range
4.0
(1)
"Mayday gun range in oxford offers CCW classes."
#79
American Lawman Training Company
4.0
(1)
"I've heard good things about him."
#80
Big Shot
4.0
(1)
"An indoor range called Big Shot. They also offer CCW classes I believe."
#81
Colonial Shooting Academy
4.0
(1)
"Colonial shooting academy has a defensive shooting class that I thought was good."
#82
Nellis AFB
4.0
(1)
"Nellis AFB does courses as well at their Gun Club (for very cheap, Ive heard they’re good)."
#83
2A Firearms Training
4.0
(1)
"They have CCW classes pretty much every weekend."
#84
Poway Weapons and Gear
4.0
(1)
"Poway Weapons and Gear offers a great class."
#85
LACCW
4.0
(1)
"Scott D. with https://www.laccw.net/."
#86
Chris Zeeb
4.0
(1)
"He teaches a good class."
#87
Condition Yellow
4.0
(1)
"Condition Yellow in Arlington Heights has a good 2-day class."
#88
Fox Valley
4.0
(1)
"Wayne out at Fox valley makes the boring ass dull class interesting and somewhat fun."
#89
Tactical 88
4.0
(1)
"I took the class at Tactical 88 and enjoyed it."
#90
Briarhawk
4.0
(1)
"I enjoyed briarhawk, they split it into two days so it isnt so grueling."
#91
Big Shots
4.0
(1)
"I liked my big shots class."
#92
Archangel Training
4.0
(1)
"I just took the course with Archangel Training at The Range 702."
#93
Caswell's Shooting Range
4.0
(1)
"I got mine at Caswell's Shooting Range."
#94
SAS Group
4.0
(1)
"I went through SAS Group which uses Double Action for the range."
#95
Alpine Firearms
4.0
(1)
"I took my class through Alpine Firearms in Woodland Park."
#96
Eagle Guns
3.0
(1)
"Eagle guns does do classes"
#97
New American Arms
3.0
(1)
"I took the class at New American Arms. Not sure how great any of these are - but it was informative."
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