Gunsite Academy - Day Classes
Gunsite Academy - Day Classes
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Gunsite offers firearm training to elite military personnel, law enforcement officers and free citizens of the US. Here at Gunsite Academy, you will spend a week immersed in training in defensive pistol, rifle or shotgun. Learning how to protect you and your family against harm is a life long skill you will have forever. This is a vacation to remember for the entire family.
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Charlie A
1 contribution
Oct 2020
I have taken the 250, 350, 499, 223, and competed in the annual Gunsite Alumni Shoot - I cannot recommend taking Gunsite classes enough.
Taking a Gunsite class is an all around great experience. Not only do you learn invaluable skills in the safest and most professional environment, you meet some of the nicest and most interesting people. Members of my family have made life-long friends out of some Gunsite classmates and have gone back for classes year after year.
The training is world-class quality. Classes are packed with lessons taught by some of the most knowledgeable instructors in the country. Classes are worthwhile for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Instructors are incredibly professional and patient.
I would suggest avoiding the summer months as it is very hot in the desert and days may be cut short in the afternoons by sudden rain storms in July/August. Also, it can be tough to find good places to stay if you do not book lodging far enough in advance of your class (especially if it's around the alumni shoot in October!).
Taking a Gunsite class is an all around great experience. Not only do you learn invaluable skills in the safest and most professional environment, you meet some of the nicest and most interesting people. Members of my family have made life-long friends out of some Gunsite classmates and have gone back for classes year after year.
The training is world-class quality. Classes are packed with lessons taught by some of the most knowledgeable instructors in the country. Classes are worthwhile for individuals of all ages and skill levels. Instructors are incredibly professional and patient.
I would suggest avoiding the summer months as it is very hot in the desert and days may be cut short in the afternoons by sudden rain storms in July/August. Also, it can be tough to find good places to stay if you do not book lodging far enough in advance of your class (especially if it's around the alumni shoot in October!).
Written June 21, 2021
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Billythekid666
Salt Lake City, UT181 contributions
Apr 2022 • Solo
I completed a 5 day defensive pistol class here at gunsite. This place is amazing, the instructors and range masters are experts in the field and have 100 plus years of exsperience combined. The class was technical, detailed and informative at the highest level. I recommend using gunsite for any firearms training you want with multiple courses available. Staff are friendly and welcoming like family. Facility’s are awesome and there was an abundance of range time. 100% thumbs up.
Written April 22, 2022
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lisal
Presque Isle, MI1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Couples
I reluctantly went to Gunsite for my husband. I ended up having more fun than I thought possible. The class, Pistol 250, was mentally intense but not overly so. I became much more safety conscience and a much better shot than I was before the class. Their biggest emphasis is on safety. I thought that the instructors would all be like drill sergeants as they are all former military and/or law enforcement. I could not have been more wrong. The instructors, we had three, were all very patient, encouraging and supportive. I would recommend Gunsite Academy to any woman who wants to learn more about shooting and gun safety.
Written March 12, 2023
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Steve
1 contribution
Apr 2019
Gunsite is a very special place in this world. Respectful of individual needs/capabilities, extreme safety, valuable practical tactical skills taught by the worlds finest instructors. I had the great pleasure to train there some years ago (medical conditions have interrupted that), but have gone to Range Days. But can't wait to get back there this fall. I am pulling together several friends to accompany me. My level of competency and sense of safety and security has been enhanced greatly by their training.
Written March 3, 2020
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Thank you for the kind words. They are greatly appreciated. See you in the fall.
JA
Written March 4, 2020
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Slcgatos
Prescott, AZ1 contribution
Sep 2022
While I'm fortunate enough to be able to shoot at Gunsite monthly, thanks to the Well Armed Woman Gunsite Chapter, taking the Pistol 250 class in September was a whole new experience... 5 full days of training with superbly professional instructors, and a class of students of all ages from across the USA who were also supportive and helpful. It's a terrific and remarkably humbling learning event. Our weather happened to be beastly hot, and the instructors made sure we stayed hydrated and safe. Bring your ibuprofen and muscle/joint creams if you're of the arthritic age, because every day is intense.
At the end of the week, you'll have a sense of accomplishing something significant, because of the creative drills provided by the instructors, and the exhausting level of new information to internalize and practice. I recommend you know gun handling basics before attempting this class.
At the end of the week, you'll have a sense of accomplishing something significant, because of the creative drills provided by the instructors, and the exhausting level of new information to internalize and practice. I recommend you know gun handling basics before attempting this class.
Written October 20, 2022
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Suzanne
7 contributions
Oct 2022
This is the 8th year several of my girlfriends and I have attended Gunsite Academy. The instructors are the best and the confidence they instill in us is incomparable. We learn how to defend against home invasion, car jacking, and robbery in a public setting. We're already booked for 2023.
Written October 30, 2022
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Marilyn P
4 contributions
Sep 2022
All out great and wonderful training experience. We were onsite at Gunsite for a total of 9 days - 5 days for the 250 Defensive Pistol Class, 1 day for GAS, and a couple extra days on each end for camping as we were coming and going. ALL of it is top-notch!
Training is all phenomenal and camping facilities are incredibly clean. Hoping I can go again someday soon.
Training is all phenomenal and camping facilities are incredibly clean. Hoping I can go again someday soon.
Written October 6, 2022
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NorthStar751070
Laredo, TX3 contributions
Apr 2019
I have been to 350 pistol, Close Quarter pistol, 260 Shotgun, and Advanced Tactical Shotgun. I have nothing but good things to say about the school. The instruction is top notch, and the instructors are the perfect mixture of professionalism and regular person. Ok, Walt is 100% professional but we still love him. I can’t wait for B.R.A.V.E. Class in April.
Written February 4, 2020
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Ross M
Denver, CO513 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
Went with my wife as novices. Took the 250 pistol class. Came away better equipped for handling a pistol and defending ourselves. Our class had a wide range of experience. Can be intense, but very focused on safety.
Written March 20, 2020
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Thank you for your review. It is most appreciated.
Written March 23, 2020
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Michelle C
West Jordan, UT29 contributions
Mar 2022
I knew I would love Gunsite, I just didn't know how much! What an amazing place and experience. I learned so much, and I had so much fun while doing it. The instructors were knowledgeable, patient, and helpful. The entire staff was terrific. Everything there runs at a very high level of efficiency. If you've never been, don't miss it! I can't wait to go back!
Written March 18, 2022
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I believe as long as you can provide the necessary background checks and information they will.
Written July 24, 2019
level 0f improvement in shooting skill for cross sect
ion of class
Written September 1, 2017
Everyone improved their shooting skills
Written October 23, 2017
What is the cost? I would love to give this for a birthday present for my husband
Written April 4, 2017
gunsiteacademy
Paulden, Arizona
Each class is priced individually depending on the amount of days it is offered. Most of our classes are 5 Day classes. You can find the link to the 250 Pistol class on our website at Gunsite com, the cost of which is $1695.
Written April 4, 2017
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