Student Reviews
Lorena, M., scored the Colorado (NEW) Concealed Handgun Permit (Ellicott, CO) course 5-stars, and wrote:
"Dr.Shaw is an incredible instructor, with all his knowledge and expertise. He kept the class lively and encouraged us on the range. We talked through scenarios, and were free to ask as many questions as we needed. It’s small class sizes, super informative, and I feel much more confident not only in my shooting but my rights as a CHP holder."
Jennie, E.N., scored the "Advanced Dynamic Handgun: Tactical I" 5-stars, and wrote:
"This class was great and allowed me as a beginner to gain comfort in using a gun while in motion. Highly recommended!"
Oksana, D., scored the "Advanced Dynamic Handgun: Tactical I" 5-stars, and wrote:
"This class was so much fun and educational. Normal shooting your stationary. In this class we'd move to cover while shooting and also doing close contact and moving away from the target to cover. Mr. Shaw was very patient and if we weren't comfortable with an exercise he wouldn't push but let those take a break. If you own a handgun this is definitely something you want to do. My brother being in law enforcement would do some of these exercises and wow learned a lot. Can't wait for more."
Cody, S., scored the "Advanced Dynamic Handgun: Tactical I" 5-stars, and wrote:
"Mr. Shaw created a class around each persons comfortability. The drills involved allowed everybody to participate at their experience level."
Jennifer, R.W., scored the Colorado (NEW) Concealed Handgun Permit (Ellicott, CO) course 5-stars, and wrote:
"Geno is a great instructor - personable and very knowledgeable - great low stress environment. I’m a veteran - nine years active duty - USAF Security Forces - expert marksman. I’m also a former LEO - five years - ran the firearms program for my department. Additionally, I’ve trained and competed as a novice in IPSC - one year."
Jennie, E.N., scored the Colorado (NEW) Concealed Handgun Permit (Ellicott, CO) course 5-stars, and wrote:
"It had been a while for me out on a range and it was a great experience with a great pace of training."
Baylen, H., scored the Basic Defensive Firearms course 5-stars, and wrote:
"Had my first basic hand gun safety class with my mom as range coach. Mr. Shaw starts you slow and easy to ensure you are comfortable and he can make corrections as needed. Started each firearm with just 1 to 3 rounds I thought the recoil and sound was going to be a lot more intense but learning proper grip and stance really help with controlling the recoil. Can't wait for my next lesson his outdoor range is nice and you have the flexibility to go from handguns to ars anywhere from a few ft to up to 300 yards for targets."
Luca, T., scored the Advanced Defensive Firearms course 5-stars, and wrote:
"A great teacher and instructor and helped me with with everything I needed perfectly".
Oksana, D., scored the Advanced Defensive Firearms course 5-stars, and wrote:
"Being assistant range coach for this class with my 2 kids (13 and 18) was a honor. Mr. Shaw is an excellent teacher/coach going from no experience at with fire arms to range coach is a accomplishment I never thought I'd reach. Mr. Shaw is very patient and knowledgeable and someone you can honestly trust to get you going with your hand gun/rifle instruction."
Katie, D., scored the Colorado (NEW) Concealed Handgun Permit (Ellicott, CO) course 5-stars, and wrote:
"Mr. Shaw is a great teacher and inspires confidence in his students. I took this class and completed range time with my sister. After instruction, I was excited to find the range a fun and social experience."
Oksana, D., scored the Colorado (NEW) Concealed Handgun Permit (Ellicott, CO) course 5-stars, and wrote:
"I was a little intimidated by the 8 to 9 hours required by this class, thankfully my sister took it with me, turned out the weather was crap in the 20s with extremely high winds for the range time but wanted to get it done. The way Mr. Shaw broke up the class made it go by nicely and easy to not get overwhelmed and tired out. We both passed and I am so excited and glad to have done it. For sure I'd you need to renew or do new permit check his class out sooo worth it."
Oksana, D., scored the course 5-stars, and wrote regarding the "Glock Basic Handgun" course:
"Did Glock basic handgun today with my sister. It was her first time handling a firearm. I was proud to be able to help coach her in how to handle the firearms safely and effectively. This was my 3rd time as range coach assisting Coach Shaw but my first actually helping making corrections and suggestions. If you are looking to get started this is definitely a class you should take. Great from all ages not only do you learn the basics of safety and the basics of the weapon itself but Coach Shaw believes in actually having the range time to get the experience."
Oksana, D., Scored the course 5-stars, and wrote regarding the Nov 22, "Advanced AR-15 and AR-10" course:
"Went thru the different parts of AR for ruggedized and precision. I don't have my own but it is good to know ilas eventually I want to get one. Mr. Shaw is very knowledgeable and patient making sure we understood everything and answering any questions. I took this class with my brother in law then went to the range to shoot a few ARs. His range is nice and quiet, and Mr. Shaw is very patient and makes sure you are comfortable with the weapons give great corrections and tips to be accurate and safe. For the first time I was comfortable shooting between 100, 238, and 300 yards going back and forth instead of just focusing on 1. I Also got the opportunity to practice upclose shooting with glock and feeling the blast from that and practicing pulling from holster and quick shots. I am getting more comfortable with home defense the more I attend classes. Can't wait to eventually get my ccw.
Oksana D., Scored the course 5-stars, and wrote regarding the Nov 15, "Advanced Defensive Firearms" course:
"Today did range coach for Advance Defensive, was out with Instructor Shaw and my son. Carbine:“M4 pattern AR-15 carbine, 5.56 NATO with Trijcon reddot”. The rifle was an: M4pattern AR-15 rifle, .223 Wylde chamber, with Trijicon AccuPoint 3-9, green triangle reticle. The Glock was the Gen 5, model 48. The Sig was the 226 Legion, with Holoson ACSS reticle. We were shooting at the carbine and rifle at 100,238,300 yards. Definitely a great time and experience learning how to keep grounded and finding our "groove" shot more handguns but these are the favorites. It's very nice to get to know different weapons and how they feel. More so quality time with my son doing something we both enjoy."
Oksana D., Scored the course 5-stars, and wrote regarding the Nov. 8 "Basic Defensive Firearms" course:
"Today I was asked to do line coach for my son it was an honor to be asked and to watch my son take his first lesson in basic defense learning about safety and how ro properly handle weapons. This was a great bonding experience and we couldn't wait for out next lesson. MR. Shaw is and excellent instructor and has an abundance of patients.".
Oksana D., Scored her 3rd course 5-stars, and wrote:
"With this class used the AR-10 shooting at 100, 200, 300 yards. Learning about the scope and how to adjust for different variables and different ways of shooting at this distance as well. Was fun and definitely made me feel more comfortable. My son will be coming with me for next class so he can learn and be comfortable. Definitely can't wait till next time."
Luca T, Scored the course 5-stars, and wrote:
"Was really fun and a great teacher."
Oksana D., Scored the course 5-stars, and wrote:
It's was my second class, got to shoot a range of different hand guns and few rifles, getting the feel for what fits me best. I Appreciate Mr. Shaws attention to making sure I am comfortable handling different guns so eventually when I do get my own I am prepared and responsible in my choice. If your looking into getting started Mr.Shaw is definitely recommended.
Oksana D., Scored the course 5-stars, and wrote:
"Mr. Shaw was an excellent instructor, he made sure I understood and knew what to expect before hand. He made sure i was comfortable every step of the way. I knew firearms were loud but wasn't surprised because he prepared me. This was my first time handling and shooting. Would definitely recommend Mr. Shaw to anyone looking to learn. I can't wait for my next class."
John Colin W., Scored the course 5-Stars, and wrote Re Glock Advanced Handgun:
"This was a very informative class I feel more confident around handguns. Knowing how to disassemble glocks specifically. How to safely handle the firearm. Eugene is very informative and will answer any question that you might have. This is a good course for anybody with little experience. We went through every component and disassembled the pistol to its individual parts. What was super convenient is that he was able to come over to where I live. So finding time was a no-brainer. He really knows what he is doing and I feel safe learning the proper from him."
Paulina Adriana, Scored the course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"The Glock Basic Handgun course was everything I anticipated and much more. The instructor is also a Glock certified Armorer. He lead us through the complete disassembly and reassembly of a Gen 5, Glock 44, with suppressor. At each step of disassembly, the instructor detailed each part and its function. It was especially valuable to witness how the Glock Safe Action pistol’s 3 safeties work. After the class, we went to the range to practice live fire with that same Glock. It was a real treat to then fire that same reassembled Glock 44, with a silencer. If you want to learn Glock handguns, inside and out, Geno is the instructor I recommend. I have taken multiple courses with him, and each is better than the previous. Dr. Shaw is an excellent instructor. You won't regret taking a class with him."
Sharell, E, Scored the course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"The instructor was informative and made sure that I was aware of legal responsibilities. There was a wide selection of options for practicing with targeted suggestions to improve during range time."
Helene, B, Scored the course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Great instructor for this class! Highly recommended."
Peggy, A. P., Scored the course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Eugene Shaw is an excellent instructor! He not only made the course interesting, he walked me through every step of the training! I left feeling confident and hungry to learn more! I highly recommend divining up with him!"
Angel Jean-Marie, S, Scored the course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"I’ve done quite a lot of research as to what I wanted to know/what I needed to know/what was actually offered anywhere close to me and this is hands down the best in-depth course with the most focused instruction on everything you need to know. My boyfriend and I took this class together and we were able to watch each other’s stance/form and learn by example through and with each other which I think helped us to not only learn quicker but definitely more accurately and comfortably. We covered way more than we even needed to and I love that part the most. There was not a single question that either of us had that the instructor didn’t immediately know the answer to. He was beyond informative and clear with his instruction, but his passion for this topic is what makes the biggest difference. Simply because he loves what he does, it makes the whole experience way more enjoyable than I thought it would be. I can’t wait to start my advanced training!!"
John Colin W, Scored the course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Eugene provides such a great class. Super comfortable for individuals learning about weapon concealment for the first time, such as myself. I was able to learn some top notch shooting techniques that I never knew about before. Eugene is very good at breaking down different sections of lecture.This man was made for teaching. He gives some real life personal experiences. I think everybody should go through Eugene."
Francis Adriana R, Scored the course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"I passed my course with instructor Eugene Shaw, who is very knowledgeable in this area and has unquestionable expertise in handling weapons. I found the training very enjoyable. The theory part was extremely interesting, with lots of videos showing simulated scenarios. The practical part was also excellent. I would recommend it 1000%."
Paulina Adriana, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"It was a true pleasure to take the Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals course with Dr. Shaw. He is an exceptionally knowledgeable instructor who brings both expertise and clarity to every aspect of the training. His patience, thorough explanations, and ability to make complex material accessible created a supportive and engaging learning environment. I highly recommend his course to anyone seeking to build confidence and competence in firearm safety and personal defense."
Jason, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Geno is an awesome USCCA instructor! His wealth of knowledge on firearms and firearms safety is top tier! His class was super fun, and I learned a lot of beneficial information! I highly recommend taking all the training courses that Geno offers! You will not be disappointed, and you will learn lots and have tons of fun at the same time!!"
Nicole, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"The class was well-structured. The instructor was knowledgeable, patient, and ensured I felt comfortable and safe. Gene is an amazing instructor. Thank you very much."
Tanya, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Mr. Shaw was a terrific instructor. He’s very thorough and explained everything completely. He is a personable instructor who helped every one of us in the class especially with proper shooting. I will totally recommend him to family and friends."
Michael, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Instructor was extremely thorough and knowledgeable about the material and all ranges of pistols, equipment, gear, and the laws."
Anonymous, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Instructor very knowledgeable and engaging. Class was lots of fun!"
Erica, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
“I had no prior firearm experience before this class nor did any other participants. Gene is an excellent instructor, and by the end of class we all felt confident and skilled handling a handgun. I will absolutely take follow up classes with Gene to keep my skills up! Thank you for such a positive experience!”
Don, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Enjoyed the class very much. The video illustrations and law background were very well done and kept me engaged during the class. Instructor Shaw was excellent. He was able to emphasize key concepts and important points during the class very much. He was able to showcase the firearms shown in the presentation and that helped me better understand the differences in various firearms. I especially enjoyed the range session. Instructor Shaw was very helpful at the range. Instructor Shaw showed me various firearms and other accessories such as belts, safes amongst other things. He showed me basic etiquette at the range, and was very helpful in my live fire session. He also brought some of his personal firearms which was great and helped me understand their differences when fired. Overall I would recommend this class and instructor Shaw to anyone. Thank you for a very enjoyable class."
Angela, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Wonderful experience. Eugene was patient, informative, and gave us confidence to understand how to wield a firearm safely."
Bill, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
“The instructor Eugene Shaw was very patient and meticulous. He taught me how to react in multiple danger scenarios. This lesson can save lives and avoid legal troubles in the future.”
Zeina, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
“Definitely recommend taking a course with this instructor! We took the less than lethal course, and we found it to be very informative and enjoyable! This instructor is professional, engaging, and super knowledgeable, and we feel much safer and more prepared for how to approach personal protection and self defense.”
Morgan, Scored the Course 5-Stars, and wrote:
"Patient, thorough, and informative"
Steve, A. Scored the Course 5-Stars.
Adriana, Scored the Course 5-Stars.
Stephan, Scored the Course 5-Stars.