Inland Training

Why Us?

Good question – there are lots of choices out there. You want the best training you can get, aligned with your interests.

It’s our experience that firearms training breaks down into 3 categories – no, we’re not talking about beginner, intermediate, and advanced (not yet) we’re talking about the basic philosophies behind the training.

Just to be clear – we have nothing but respect for all of those out there who are teaching firearms safety and competence. We honor the organizations from which they come, and the experiences they may have had to get here. That said, they’re still different:

Most common – NRA

God Bless the NRA – if it wasn’t for them, most of us would probably have had our 2nd amendment rights stripped away from us completely. In order to be effective on Capitol Hill the NRA has to take as much of a stand as they can to align themselves with the sport of shooting, things like target practice, hunting, and other activities that don’t scare politicians too badly about losing constituents’ votes.

That’s fine, but most people don’t buy handguns to go hunting or score points. They buy them to defend themselves, their homes, and their families, when everything else has failed.

Next most common – Former Military

The military doesn’t believe in handguns. They think that a handgun is only for buying time to fight your way to your rifle.

When the military goes into battle, they know they are going. It’s planned. So they strap on just about everything they can think of to get them through the battle and gather all their friends with all their gear, and take them with them. They train together – a lot. They all know what to expect from each other, and they have each other’s backs.

In fact, it’s like that for all Feds. All those guys from 3 letter agencies (FBI, ATF, DEA, etc.) have a stack of case files on their desks that they are responsible for, and nobody does paperwork more than the government. If they have to go serve a warrant, they suit up and band together just like the military does – they look different, but it’s the same thing. When they go into harm’s way, they know they’re going and they go in teams.

Least common – Law Enforcement

These poor guys live in a dangerous world. They’re as close to your world as anybody can get. Day in and day out (not to mention all night) they are out there, all by themselves, nobody with them, getting in risky situations. You want to go talk to that “Suspicious Person” somebody called in about? The guy hiding in the bushes with “San Quentin” tattooed down his arm? How about the guys in the alley with the spray paint? You think they’re friendly? Going to loud parties, family disturbances, bar fights, you name it. It’s all just awfully unpredictable.

The vast majority of the time they get through those things unscathed. The ex-con comes out of the bushes and doesn’t resist, the guys in the alley take off in the opposite direction, no drunk at the loud party tries to take your gun, etc. Guess what you get now? Complacent. You fight it. You tell yourself to be careful out there. Your friends, family and fellow officers tell it to you almost every day, but you can’t help it.

Then that day comes – you’re doing a field interview on the sidewalk with a couple guys when one of them yanks a pistol out from under his sweatshirt. What you do now is for all the marbles. You can’t afford to do anything wrong. You didn’t get to plan for it, your platoon isn’t here, and Sylvester Stallone didn’t show up. It’s all on you buddy – you and the training you’ve had.

That’s the kind of thing Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors are dedicated to getting you through. They’d give ANYTHING to be there with you. To take those other guys out, to watch your back, to warn you about other factors, to get you to cover. That’s all that Law Enforcement Instructors think about. They never get complacent because they are always trying to make you better, faster, more accurate, more tactically sound. They can’t be with you in the back corner of that parking lot in the dark, so they make sure that everything you do out of habit is what is going to keep you alive.

…and that’s why us.

Sort By

Clark O

5.0

My wife and I signed up for and attended the Basic Handgun Training course on 1/17/2015 with Inland Training, based on previous reviews here.
Scott and Jim were our instructors, and they were terrific. We were both a bit nervous (well, I was nervous and my wife was closer to terrified), having zero gun experience, and their professionalism and humor struck just the right tone to make the course both informative and fun.
Although it was a long day, the time went quickly and we picked up a lot of information from Scott, and Jim was excellent in teaching us in a hands-on and one-on-one manner on the range.
Overall it was a great experience, far better than I could have anticipated or expected. After we purchase our guns, I expect that we will be back for the intermediate course… for any complete newbie who wants to start learning about firearms, I recommend this course wholeheartedly.
And as a bonus, our lunch in the restaurant inside the Bass Pro Shop was actually quite good…

2 years ago
Maven R

5.0

Our gun training was fantastic with Inland Training! We learned much more than we could have expected. We met in one of the classrooms in the Bass Pro Shop in Rancho Cucamonga. The class was held from 9 AM to 5 PM on a Saturday. The instructors taught us about the different types of handguns, history of handguns, cleaning, shooting, safety, selection, and much more. Instructors were well-versed and took my simple questions kindly. I was a little hesitant to pay the $150 registration fee, but it was well worth the money. Lots of hands-on and three instructors for our nine-person class.

2 years ago
Han N

5.0

This review is for both the Beginner and the Intermediate class at Inland Training.

BEGINNER CLASS:
May 20, 2017
Bass Pro Shops (Rancho Cucamonga)
$150, ~8hrs
*everything is included- they provide handguns and ammo for the active fire portion of the class

I have been shooting for a few years with friends. I’ve shot a number of different handguns, rifles, and shotguns. While I have been taught the safety basics from my friends who are responsible and skilled shooters, I had never been in an official handgun class. While I have always enjoyed shooting, I had never felt 100% comfortable enough to own a handgun. The purpose of taking this class was to learn more about handguns before considering purchasing my first handgun for home protection (and for target practice/fun).

This beginner class was comprehensively informative and helped me feel much more comfortable/confident with handling, storing, and maintaining a handgun. We also learned about gun laws and regulations. We were taught how to take apart and clean a handgun. While there are many YouTube videos and articles on this topic, Scott, Jim and Darcy are such great instructors (knowledgeable, down to earth, and entertaining as hell), this class is well worth the time and money. I walked away more confident overall. After taking this class, I finally feel competent enough to purchase a handgun.

After class, I took the Firearms Safety Certificate test (30 questions) for an additional $25. Passed with a 100% score.

Additionally, I paid the small additional fee of $100 and stayed a few minutes after class for the additional course material required for non-resident CCW permit in Arizona and Utah. Included was fingerprinting, passport photos and completion of applications for both permits.

I loved the class so much I signed up for the intermediate class that same day.

——————————————-

INTERMEDIATE CLASS:
June 10, 2017
Lytle Creek Firing Line
$150, ~6hrs
*I borrowed my friend’s glock 26, belt, holster, 3 mags, and brought 400 rounds of ammo (shot about 300 rounds)
*Class is on private lot, NOT at the main range where the public goes to shot

This class was just as informative and awesome as the basic/beginner class. We spent the first half of the day learning how to draw from a holster, get into the active-ready stance and fire accurately. Scott is such an amazing teacher that he made the learning process smooth and effortless. I had no idea how much focus and concentration it takes to learn how draw from a holster properly in one fluid motion. Scott actually takes the time to break the process down into 8 steps/8count at first, then when it becomes more natural we knock the process down to 4 count (still doing all 8 steps), then by the end of the morning, it is just 2 counts to get into proper position before firing. It was incredible!

We spent the rest of the morning learning how to reload the handgun in defensive drills and we shot from different distances.
We worked on speed/accuracy too. Scott, Jim and Darcy work so well together and each of them bring such incredible knowledge and energy to the class. It was not only educational, but SO MUCH FUN!!! It was such an honor to be part of this class.

I am signing up for the Advanced/ Defensive class next. Can’t wait!

2 years ago
Adam M

5.0

Inland Firearms Training is the BEST! I took the basic handgun class on Saturday and the defensive handgun class on Sunday. I highly recommend taking the classes back to back like this since many of the skills you learn in the basic class carry over to the advanced class. Ken (the owner) and Scott both taught the class on Saturday which was the first time they had the class at Bass Pro Shop. The location was great and at breaks you could go and check out all the stuff in the store. I was most impressed with Ken and Scott…they encouraged you to interact and ask questions and never made you feel stupid (which a lot of knowledgable gun guys try to do). It is easy to see that they both love their jobs and have a passion for teaching about handguns and safety.
The defensive class was even better! It was me and one other student learning tactical skills from Ken. He spent about 7 hours with us…the whole time was spent shooting. We went through 500+ rounds in different tactical situations.
I would highly recommend these classes to anyone wanting to learn the basics or self-defense shooting. I couldn’t stop raving about the class to my Fiance so I will be signing her up for the basic class in the near future.

2 years ago
Lulu P

5.0

I took the Basic Handgun Class at Inland Training and had a great experience! They are extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about educating and training on firearms and laws. Before the class, the idea of keeping a handgun in the house for protection was a little scary, but Jim and Scott gave me confidence in its proper handling and now that I have basic fundamentals, I am so much more comfortable, which could make all the difference if faced with a critical situation. Also, Ken has been very helpful weeks after the class answering my many questions. I highly recommend Inland Firearms Training. It is worth the money and I wouldn’t go anywhere else. I am looking forward to expanding on what I’ve learned and developing shooting skills in the next classes.

2 years ago
Melinda J

5.0

Took the basic handgun class at Inland Training with a friend last week and I had one of the best days I’ve had in a really long time. What made the entire experience so amazing was the instructors. Scott, Jim, and Brian were simply wonderful and I definitely look forward to taking the intermediate class with them. They were funny, patient, friendly, encouraging and very knowledgable. I’m so thankful that my first firearms training experience was as positive as could be and I’m very encouraged to pursue my interest in shooting and firearm safety. I like that the instructors also teach about state and federal firearms laws. I felt very comfortable asking questions and they even encourage you to email them if you have any questions after the class. Jim was my instructor in the range and he was incredibly encouraging. He even guided me through my trigger pull with different tactics such as having me use his finger as the trigger and having me pace my pull with a gentle squeeze on my shoulder. I struggled a little with anticipating the recoil and hesitating slightly on the pull. He instructed me to trust my firearm (trust is an issue for me lol). For my friend, this was her very first time shooting/holding a firearm and it was a little unnerving for her. The guys were so incredibly wonderful in working with her and Brian even came to talk to us after the class as we waited to process our HSC. He took the time to tell her how wonderfully she did and encouraged her to come back and that they would be happy to guide us through shooting again. I am definitely signing up for the intermediate class. I also think it’s wonderful that their policy allows you to return to the basic class again to accompany a friend or family member that wants to take the class, you just have to pay for the ammo you use. I’m most likely going to take them up on that since my best friend wants to take the class now too after I kept raving about my experience. We used 9mm Glocks in the range which I think is perfect for beginners. I couldn’t be happier with my experience and I would recommend this class to anyone who has any interest in learning about firearms. I’m slightly obsessed…

2 years ago
Hazel M

5.0

I took the basic and intermediate handgun courses with Inland Training. I had zero experience with a firearm and was even scared to hold one. It was PHENOMENAL!!!! I got tons of great information from Ken, & got trainned by Scott. And Scott, if you’re reading this: “YOU’RE THE BEST INSTRUCTOR EVER.” Super knowledgeable, beyond patient; and best of all, an exceptional shot. I came out of these courses CONFIDENT due to the proper techniques that I received to execute. The next weekend, I went shooting on my own. I was able to hit my targets at 20 yards away each and everyone of them on the first shot!! Woohoo, What do you think about that??? I don’t regret coming here, and I will definitely look into other classes they have to offer.

2 years ago
Yvette C

5.0

I attended the Basic Handgun pistol class on April 7, 2012 with Ken and Scott at Inland Training. I had no previouse experience with hand guns. I am absolutely amazed at all the information I left with. Especially on Gun Safety. Most of all I left the class with Gun Safety always number 1. I have 3 children and I feel confident that I can safely have a gun in my home for safety, protection and sport. We handled all sorts of Guns; revolvers, semi automatics, Glocks, XD’s. We were taught how to handle, shoot and clean them, and most importantly all aspects of safety. We went to a range to Shoot, and were guided every step of the way, again safety number 1. The Class was Fantastic I recomend to anyone who is a first timer or anyone wanting to learn about handguns. The Instructors Ken and Scott, were Phenomenal!!! I cant wait to take the Intermediate Class and the Rifle and Shot gun Class.

2 years ago
Rebecca E

5.0

My husband and I took the Basic handgun class with Inland Training. We wanted to gain as much knowledge about safety as we could, after all guns aren’t toys. We definately got our moneys worth. We spent the day learning about about safety and home protection from some pretty awesome guys (Ken and Scott). The knowledge and experience these guys have is amazing. This class was so informative, helpful AND fun. After the class we went to the range and were able to shoot a variety of handguns. They can”t stress enough about safety and we came away from that class with confidence that we have the knowledge and techniques to build great habits in gun safety. Class sizes are small and the instructors are one on one with you at the range. I have already recommended this to a few friends and it hasn’t even been 24 hours since the class ended. We don’t live anywhere near the Riverside area and this was soooo worth the drive.

2 years ago
C H

5.0

I took the basic handgun safety course with Inland Training. I learned that Scott has been a Police Officer for over two decades in San Bernadino County. His experience and willingness to teach is what made the course invaluable. The course covers everything a beginner needs to know.

Psychology: He tells you what errors in your thinking can get you or other people killed. He also discusses his experience of having to cope with the aftermath of taking a persons life.

Legal: You learn what officers need to know after you have shot someone in self defense. You also learn about gun safety/storage and transportation laws.

Gun Mechanics: Multiple guns are taken apart and videos are shown to explain the mechanics of guns.

Gun History: A discussion about the evolution of guns and the advantages of improvements was interesting.

Caliber and lethality: He discusses a study that looked at the number of bullets in each caliber it takes to be lethal.

Shooting: What I came there for. Great experience holding the 9mm and punching holes in the target.

I must say these guys have 5 star reviews for a reason. I don’t think there is anything they could have improved upon. Learned a lot. I will be back for the intermediate course.

2 years ago
R K

5.0

Ken at Inland Training is an amazing firearm instructor. Friendly, knowledgeable, and a damn good trainer. he had me loading/reloading/clearing jams/shooting with just my weak arm. And he also provides incredibly valuable tips on how to win a gunfight. My next trip i’m totally going to take another class from him. Best money I’ve spent in my life.

(and he’s a really really nice guy too)

2 years ago
Heather B

5.0

I would recommend this class to anyone who what’s to learn about firearms. Scott and Jim at Inland Training are so patient with women and answer any and all questions you may have on Firearms. Thank you gentlemen for the great experience.

2 years ago
Ken D

5.0

Inland Training are the greatest!

I Actually know the owner. For quite a number of years Ken kept saying I should really take one of their courses and I decided to. I started in early 2015 with the basic handgun course taught by Scott and Jim. And…..this is August 2015….but the intermediate course is done today. I’m a better shooter! And I look forward to the advanced course.

2 years ago
Ruben H

5.0

As a person who has never wanted to own or fire a gun, the past few years I’ve been reconsidering this seriously. I finally decided it wouldn’t be a bad idea to get experience and training from professional trainers. I was a complete newbie, but with the help of the staff i now feel comfortable, informed, confident, and most of all safer around a firearm.

Do not listen to friends or other “experienced” shooters that may say this isn’t necessary, if you want to own or even be familiar with a firearm and how to be safe, dont settle for what they tell you or for shooting a gun off in some range, go get training, it will make you safer and smarter around weapons.

The class with Inland Training was comfortable at the Rancho Bass Pro Shop. The instructors were all very friendly and polite and patient. I was among quite a few students that already had experience shooting or owning a weapon, but I was never made to feel like some newbie for being completely new to forearms. The instruction was easy to follow and listen to, nothing difficult. The firing range session was fun and the instructor takes time with EACH individual to get yourself comfortable with holding, loading and firing. I never felt unsafe in their presence, mostly nervous due to my own anxiety of being new.

We took regular breaks which was helpful, and the instructors were always willing to answer extra curricular questions or scenarios which is handy for those that feel mystified by California gun laws.

The only thing i wish we could have done more is 1) everyone having a chance to assemble and disassemble a gun OR simply handle an assembled weapon to hands on learn the parts and feel of the guns BEFORE the firing range, most of the time we learned the parts from a field stripped version of the gun. This was fine too and useful but that little extra handling would have been great.

Other than that, it was money well invested and recommend to anyone wanting to become familiar and lose the “scariness” of firearms. Really the only thing scary about a gun is unconscious incompetence.

Thanks Scott much appreciated.

2 years ago
Carolyn O

5.0

Wow!…so impressed. I just took Inland Training’s Basic Hand
Gun class with 4 friends and loved it. Great information and knowledge about safety, laws, shooting, etc. Our instructors were great! Shout out to Scott, Brian & Jim! … They were great instructors and made us feel very comfortable and kept our attention with the way their instruction was delivered. Extra special shout out to Jim for being an amazing instructor during my target practice. Looking forward to taking the Intermediate Class in the near future. If your looking to take a course to make you more familiar with a gun and to take the fear out of having a weapon for defense, i recommend looking into taking this course. Thank you Inland Arms!!

2 years ago
Geri B

5.0

We’ve taken three classes with Inland Training and they were all excellent. The instructors are extremely knowledgeable and provide advice and assistance throughout the courses. Scott, Jim, Steve, Darcy and Ken cover all the safety aspects of gun handling and shooting. This is the company to go to if you want first class instruction whether you’re a beginner or have been using firearms for years. We strongly recommend Inland Firearms Training.

2 years ago
Dillie F

5.0

I am extremely afraid of guns, but because of a need that I feel To be able to protect myself, I signed up for 2 Classes at Inland Training. I appreciated having a woman to train me. The female trainer, Darcy is great! Learning to shoot is a very intimidating experience, so having the comfort of another woman was a huge benefit.

2 years ago
Phil P

5.0

I have been shooting guns off and on (mostly off) all my life but wanted to better my skills and maybe even get into competition. I went to the basic handgun course with Inland Training and granted, I knew some of what was taught but I will say that I came away with more knowledge and I am pleased that I took the course. Ken was the instructor; he is such a nice guy with a great demeanor and professional. The class was 6 people ranging from some experience to no experience and the ages were from about 17 to 45. We had 4 women and 2 men but let me tell you how well Ken did with all the different levels of the above mentioned. He gave the one on one instruction that was needed, when it was needed, his delivery was good, he makes it interesting, and I believe that everyone in that room came away better informed. He didn’t make the women feel stupid or put them down. So many times I see male instructors do this but not Ken, everyone is equal at Inland Training. We were able to handle real hand guns and do it safely!

I honestly do not have anything bad to say about this company or the instructor and I look forward to taking the intermediate as well as the advanced courses. I look forward to meeting Scott and I hope that he is as nice as Ken. You should absolutely take this course if you have any interest in owning a gun or even if you already do….you won’t regret it one bit.

THANK YOU INLAND FIREARMS TRAINING!!
THANK YOU KEN!!!

Phil

2 years ago
Richard K

5.0

Took the basic handgun course with Inland Training. I found the course a very complete intro to handguns, including safety, operation of various handguns, which handgun might be best for you, (instructor had about a dozen guns in class you can evaluate to see what fits you), proper shooting technique, gun maintenance, and Calif laws about guns. The course is held at Bass Pro Shops in comfortable conference room. In the afternoon you get a chance to shoot on the indoor range. You can bring your own gun (must check it in as you enter Bass Pro Shops!) or try one of theirs. I had Joe as classroom instructor. He was very knowledgeable and very happy to answer any question we had. About half the class had no shooting experience and the rest had not shot in years. Class age ranged from 17 to about 70 and everybody seemed to be comfortable with instruction and environment. Always felt like they really wanted to give us the benefit of their years of experience without ever making us feel “less than” because we didn’t know anything about guns. Brian was my instructor when I got to shoot. We had three students per shooting instructor and we shot one at a time. Brian was great! He was informative, calming, authoritative, and encouraging. He knew we were nervous and walked us through every step and helped with our technique. After the course I took the Calif Handgun Safety test, which was very easy to pass after the instruction by Joe. I highly recommend the organization. This course is best for “newbies”, but, also good for anyone wanting to get back into shooting. They also encourage you to stay in contact with any questions you have after the course.

2 years ago
Rebecca N

5.0

Before taking the basic handgun class with Inland Firearms, my knowledge about guns was a big ZERO. I mean shooting BB guns, paintball guns, and NERF guns doesn’t really have the same experience to me as a real gun should be.

The class is $120. That may sound a little pricey, but it is totally worth it. Each class has a maximum occupancy of 4 people/class. With a class that small, it is easy to learn and minimizes the risks. The drive to their gun range is pretty tricky. So make sure you drive a car that can handle some serious off-roading.

The class was super fun. I felt safe and informed the entire time. The instructor was Chris Wright and he is the cutest old man ever! He is super patient and highly knowledgable in guns.

2 years ago
Clark O

5.0

My wife and I signed up for and attended the Basic Handgun Training course on 1/17/2015 with Inland Training, based on previous reviews.
Scott and Jim were our instructors, and they were terrific. We were both a bit nervous (well, I was nervous and my wife was closer to terrified), having zero gun experience, and their professionalism and humor struck just the right tone to make the course both informative and fun.
Although it was a long day, the time went quickly and we picked up a lot of information from Scott, and Jim was excellent in teaching us in a hands-on and one-on-one manner on the range.
Overall it was a great experience, far better than I could have anticipated or expected. After we purchase our guns, I expect that we will be back for the intermediate course… for any complete newbie who wants to start learning about firearms, I recommend this course wholeheartedly.
And as a bonus, our lunch in the restaurant inside the Bass Pro Shop was actually quite good…

2 years ago
Ed D

5.0

Inland Training are real pros. They are patient and courteous. You can tell their goal and motivation is to really help people learn to be safe with guns and become more proficient. I took a proficiency course and was very happy with the instruction and topics covered. I was so pleased that I trusted them enough to teach my wife to shoot at the Basic Course they offer. 5 stars all day long.

2 years ago
Robbin D

5.0

AMAZING! We recommend Inland Training highly and we drove from North Dan Diego to take this course! They are professionals, very knowledgeable and just plain nice!

Not only did we learn basic safety and the laws surrounding firearms but we learned how to clean our gun and had some time on the shooting range. One of the most valuable things I learned was self confidence. I learned that, with practice, I will be able to accurately shoot a gun to protect myself and have fun doing it. We plan on taking their intermediate course soon.

2 years ago
Cheng Y

5.0

I attended the Basic Handgun Class with Inland Training. They usually don’t offer week day classes but if you have a group, they will do one. Our instructors were Jim and Brian. They were both really friendly, nice, and very knowledgeable. I learnt a lot about handgun laws in California and safety rules when handling a gun. This is a good course and I would definitely recommend it. The seven hours went by quickly and did not seem to drag at all. The course started with a classroom part and after lunch, we learnt how to clean a gun and also got to shoot in the gun range. The class was conducted in Bass Pro shop in Rancho Cucamonga. We hope to attend the other classes one day.

2 years ago
Mark C

5.0

I took the Basic Handgun Safety Course with Inland Training, this class was very good, great for someone that doesn’t have any knowledge of handguns. The 2 instructors that are with Law Enforcement were so knowledgeable in everything the class asked. We got to shoot 20 rounds at the range and get a feeling for it. 7 hours seems like it would be long, but you learn so much that you really should know before ever owning a gun its worth it. I am definitely wanting to take their Intermediate course so then I will be 100% ready and comfortable if there ever comes a time that I need to use it.

Worth every penny.

2 years ago
Linda W

5.0

Took a basic hand gun class with Inland Training today- it was a great experience! Jim Brian and Ben are great instructors! Made the gun range an awesome experience – thanks guys!!

2 years ago
Viet P

5.0

My wife and I took the basic Handgun class on 04/18/16 with Inland Training. Neither of us had fired a gun before that. Jim was the morning instructor for our class of 9. He went through various topics regarding gun safety and he showed us a few video examples of what NOT to do which were funny.

After the lunch break, Brian joined us and went over the history of handguns and proper stance/grip/etc. of firing a handgun. After that, Jim took half the class to the firing range while Brian went over cleaning and a few other topics with those remaining. We each took turns firing 20 rounds into four different targets, 5 rounds at a time. Jim patiently guided us through the whole process and offered tips and reminders while we were shooting. He brought along two handguns for us to choose between (a Glock model and a Springfield XD-something?)–students were welcome to use their own handguns if they brought them.

Brian walked us through the process of cleaning a handgun, which is super simple. He then passed the time by telling us stories and giving us other advice about owning/handling handguns.

After the class was finished, a few of stayed behind to take the test for the Firearms Safety Certificate. Brian administered this 30 question test to us. After finishing all the questions, we took the answer sheet outside and one of the Bass Pro Shop workers helped us with scoring and paying the DOJ.

Overall, it was a great experience and the course was informative and interesting. At no point did I feel bored, etc. My wife and I will eventually return for the immediate-level class, after acquiring our handguns and other supplies.

2 years ago
Lynn M

5.0

I have never shot a gun before so I wanted some training. This was the best class I have ever took. Jim, Brian, Scott and Ken at Inland Training were so very helpful in helping me understand the ins and out of the gun and the right way to use it. They make you feel like family. And didn’t make fun of you for asking questions. I am going to be taking their intermediate class as well. Thank you guys for making this easy for me knowing what I went thought in Vegas.

2 years ago
Lionel L

5.0

Inland Training offers top notch training for firearms. If you want to be a Chuck Norris or Steven Segal, this class is not for you. If you understand and believe in our 2nd amendment right, then this class is for you. I think anybody who is thinking about owning a gun or even if you own one, you should take the basic gun course.

The instructors are true professionals and take the time to teach the finer points of handgun safety.

The basic course takes about 7-8 hours and is usually at Bass Pro Shop in Rancho Cucamonga.

My advice: Take the course, it’s worth every penny and every minute of your day.

2 years ago
M P

5.0

I took the beginner’s class today at the Inland Training. The class taught so much. It goes over safety, history of guns, live firing, cleaning, and laws. Scott and Ken were AWESOME instructors. From start to finish they were knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. They covered more information than I was expecting. I had Ken’s expertise while I was firing. He was patient and gave great feedback. I couldn’t have asked for more. There was an opportunity to get permits for Arizona and Utah $125 for (carrying permits). There was also a time at the end to take the test so I can purchase a gun. The process is $25 and is run by the Bass Pro Shop employees. They prepared me very well and I passed. If you don’t pass, they tell you that you can come back the next day and retake it. But if you’re paying attention, you should pass with no problem. Great experience and I learned a lot! Highly recommend!!

2 years ago
Patricia U

5.0

This is a review of the Basic Handgun Training class with Inland Training. I took the beginner class, having never fired a gun before & wanting to learn how to safely and comfortably handle a gun. Although it is expensive, you definitely get what you pay for. They go over the safe handling of guns, such as the first safety of a gun (do not put your finger in the trigger until you’re ready to fire), as well as not to point the gun at anything you are not willing to pay for, destroy or kill. The amusing anecdotes that the instructors had were funny, but definitely made me remember what NOT to do.

Steve & Jim were fantastic teachers, this has definitely encouraged me to want to learn more about how to handle a gun safely, and that this is a skill that anyone at almost any age can learn.

At the start of the class, I was not sure if I could handle a gun safely, but by the end I was definitely more comfortable with handling and firing a gun safely & just the basics of guns. They do have intermediate and advanced classes, as well as 2 hour clinics to work on skills with an instructor, so I will definitely be looking into taking additional classes.

2 years ago
Carmen W

5.0

Really impressed with this Inland Training. As a female it’s definitely cool to find a gun related place that I feel comfortable in. The staff is chill and helpful and no attitude or overblown ego like some other gun stores. Will definitely be returning and recommend to my SoCal friends.

2 years ago
April B

5.0

Took the basic hand gun course with Inland Training. It was fantastic! Ken and Scott are great. Being a woman, you never know if the men training you have an attitude or chip on their shoulder. Not these guys! They were very patient, friendly and entertaining. They are planning some all female classes I would recommend to all of my girlfriends. You leave the class feeling much more comfortable around guns and handling guns. It is a must do if you are going to get a gun or you have one already. If you have never experienced a safety class you need to call them now. Thanks guys!

2 years ago

Verified Listing