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 Safe Family Defense
  
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 James Salyer 
 
 
 
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Safe Family Defense, to my knowledge is the only school offering this format, Beginner Pistol and CWP in one class.  The class is a Full Day by necessity.  Joe was Very thorough, covering all aspects of safety that a new gun owner needs to know.  I took the class as an experienced shooter who had not shot for several years as a refresher.  Most schools require a Basic Pistol course or demonstration of proficiency before taking the CWP course adding an extra time and money commitment: this class offers both in one allowing a person who has never shot to learn fundamentals under close supervision then test for CWP and qualify on the range, all in one day.  We had many experience levels, from never having fired a handgun to experienced but rusty, all qualified both on the written test and the range.  This class helped me correct many bad habits that I had collected over the years.  I can't say enough good about this Class!!!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Bridget Phelps 
 
 
 
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I recently took the CWP class and I’m very happy with the place I chose. Fun, but on point with teaching and informing and now my fave place.I highly recommend them for any teachings you may need or a place to enjoy.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Gary Mitchell 
 
 
 
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Joe is the man! Great informative class, definitely will be back for more defense tactics and lessons.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Tamerius Thompson 
 
 
 
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It was a great learning experience  me and my girlfriend really enjoy every bit of it
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Seth Blackburn 
 
 
 
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Such a great experience. Signed my mother up and tagged along. Joe and team are amazing. Highly recommend!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Fvmous_ Nazz 
 
 
 
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I was nervous at first, but I decided to take the chance and it turned out great! I definitely plan on coming back again!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Lakeesha Gethers 
 
 
 
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The class was awesome. You may think you know all it is to know about safety and defense but Joe was a very thorough and knowledgeable instructor. Definitely will be taking more classes
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Tina Wilkerson 
 
 
 
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Very thorough and practical firearms training. Joe is professional, knowledgeable, patient and has a heart of gold. Worth every penny, and then some. If you take self defense and firearms seriously, this training is top notch.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Ron Johnson 
 
 
 
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My CWP class i was eager to attend was originally scheduled for February 21. No problem, I picked the date and had made sure all my other duties and commitments were secure. But on February 20, the very day before I got an urgent phone call say the instructor had to leave town on an emergency. No problem, we immediately began talking about rescheduling and I picked a date that would be good for me. Unfortunately, I got another call soon after from the instructor saying that the new date wasn't good for the other two people attending. A new date was suggested by the instructor that was not good for me. But I agreed to it figuring I could move things around. It would be difficult but I was trying to be helpful considering the instructors situation. So the new date for the class became March 15. On March 14, my daughter who was home for spring break learned she would have to leave the next day. Given that I had been so accommodating to the difficulty earlier I called asking to see if i could just reschedule, not cancel and ask for a refund. Instead of understanding I got flack about the rules and terms. About how it wasn't in the time frame. I understood and said I would be at the class. I admit i was not feeling any warm and fuzzies but I'm a big boy. The next morning as I was about to leave for the class my daughter discovered an issue with her car. Given that she would be driving to Virginia i rightfully redirected my priority to her and skipped the class. I'm done with safe family defense. Calling me on February 14 and saying the class that was suppose to take place on the 15 would have to be rescheduled due to an emergency while giving me a hassle when I asked for the same courtesy is unprofessional. I have to say again that March 15 was not good for me but I figured I'd work around any issues. Unfortunately events got in the way. There are other places to get my CWP and I'll be going to them.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 grace greski 
 
 
 
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Derek was wonderful, he gave me tips and went through every gun. He has patience of a saint. I really enjoyed the training and the club is outstanding. Joe helped me so much signing up on line and I can’t say enough I really had a great time learning about all the guns I used (outstanding) On 5/20/25 I had a new lesson with an instructor name Keith from Safe Family Defense. Joe Shahoud From Firearm Training. Set the lessons up for me. I have a new 9 mm Walter . The gun is beautiful and I love it. Keith taught me how to handle it and all the fundamental. Also lining up the scope to standing to how to press the trigger to the safety lock to resting between shooting to concentrate on the green dot to the target. Most of all I had fun. That was one of the best things you can learn is to enjoyed the sport. The time together and the teaching was terrific. I learned so much. I can’t wait for a second lesson. There classes are in so much details you leave knowing that you were in excellent hands . Second photo and second gun on 2/7/2026 I had a new Safety class with Keith a instructor for Safe Family Defense. This is my third time I have use them and they are great. The company is very knowledgeable and helpful with training. I have learn so much from this group and Joe Shahoud. The class I took yesterday was really informative and taught me a lot of things I didn't know.  This was for me to get my Concealed Weapon Permit. Keith always impressed me that if I want more instruction I wouldn't go anywhere else. I been shooting about 2 years and I enjoy it tremendously. This company has help me learn the safe ways to use a gun and shoot and clean the guns, they go beyond the Call of Duty. meaning very helpful.