Front Sight Firearms Training In Nevada

[JD]

OK, after reviewing this thread a couple things need to be stated:

1: When someone asks for input on a training facility and are asking for pros and cons, don't be surprised when people list the cons or their thoughts on the matter.

2: Unless user content is a clear violation or questionable of forum rules, take an extra five minutes and think about why it is that you are reporting that post etc.

3: This thread was started over a year ago, and the OP was not happy with his time spent there. Rather than revive a dead thread perhaps a thread for after action reviews would have been a better idea.


I'm reopening this, but if it continues it's current trend for tit-for-tat BS it won't last long.

Happy New Year east coast.

[DefensiveCarry.com]

[good2go]

When FS was offering a 1 day free smg class I went and had an great time shooting a full auto UZI.! They fed me a light breakfast and at the end of the day free pizza ! what's not to like? I stuck around to hear the sales pitch and Master Plan and passed on it. The buzz gun course was a hoot! I don't think they offer it anymore.
Back then there was only one building and the range was a dirt/rock berm.I have no idea what it looks like today.

[Nutrodoc]

Well said, JD. Just as Gutshot has, I've said my piece. Thanks for the sanity.

[Redline]

My wife and I just returned from the 4 day defensive pistol course at Front Sight. I have been shooting for 60 years including competition shooting in the service and a tour in Viet Nam. I had a great time, learned how much I really didn't know and thought the course was fantastic. Already have plans to go back and avail myself to some of their other courses. IMHO, it is a great place to acquire a tremendous amount of knowledge and hone your shooting skills.

[sbmitt]

My wife and I just returned from the 4 day defensive pistol course at Front Sight. I have been shooting for 60 years including competition shooting in the service and a tour in Viet Nam. I had a great time, learned how much I really didn't know and thought the course was fantastic. Already have plans to go back and avail myself to some of their other courses. IMHO, it is a great place to acquire a tremendous amount of knowledge and hone your shooting skills.

Did you buy a membership or use a one-time course certificate?

[GutshotJohn]

My wife and I just returned from the 4 day defensive pistol course at Front Sight. I have been shooting for 60 years including competition shooting in the service and a tour in Viet Nam. I had a great time, learned how much I really didn't know and thought the course was fantastic. Already have plans to go back and avail myself to some of their other courses. IMHO, it is a great place to acquire a tremendous amount of knowledge and hone your shooting skills.

Have you ever been to other modern training schools?

[123xyz]

Some other reviews/summaries:
Front Sight Firearms Training Institute - Pahrump, NV
Front Sight Firearms Training Institute - Pahrump - Reviews of Front Sight Firearms Training Institute - TripAdvisor
Front Sight Firearms Training Institute - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

[chancesR]

I have been to Front Sight 3 times and each time have taken several people with me. Everyone of us have had a great time with excellent instruction. I simply wish I had been there at a much younger age...before I developed incorrect habits and techniques. To that end I bought lifetime memberships for all family members, including grandchildren to get them started correctly. I know there is a great deal said about the marketing, and I certainly understand, it does get old. But, they train more people every year than all other facilities/orgs. combined. Plus, they are building a new facility just outside Dallas, TX. Not bad for a company that many say is corrupt, bankrupt, failing, etc. My point is that if you want a quality program, don't hesitate to go.

[Eighthtee]

I have been twice, 4 day handgun, and 4 day rifle, in 2012 so this is a little more current than the start of the thread. Excellent class, facilities, and
instruction. (Yes, I have had other recent instruction, government, at a high level). i carry a duty weapon and requal every 6 months.
I will be going back and I continue to recommend it to others.
You can get a "lifetime" membership for a couple hundred dollars, which makes the instruction cost VERY reasonable.


Good student to instructor ratio


Lots of ladies there so it is a low threat non-intimidating school for women.


Good facilities


Facilities

Eighthtee

[Boomer928]

Just read through this thread. Sounds like the Front Sight training facility has evolved over the years and settled into something a bit different than originally envisioned. That happens as times and economies change.

I went to one of the 4 day defensive handgun courses there not long ago and came away with a lot of new skills and safety lessons to build a better foundation on. I spent the $250 for a Diamond membership through a long-time member there who was in my class and on his 9th refresher course. I think most people understand the skills involved with being a competent shooter are perishable. They need to be kept up constantly. In just 2 weeks our skills begin to fade. I don't mean we forget them of course; just that they become less instinct and more a thinking process. Some folks might be fine with that. The dry practice drills can be done anywhere and will keep those skills alive and well within us but sometimes it's just more fun to go to a live fire training course.

FS is always upgrading their training courses depending on what new methods and info becomes available. They are willing to listen to new ideas and consider them. I'm sure they have heard most of them by now. When I was out there they had around 100 range staff working there. It isn't a small operation at all but it does slow down in Julyl/Aug and the cold Winter months for obvious reasons.

I look forward to going there again and again over the coming years. I also took advantage of one of their sponsor's hearing aid and protection products from SportEar.com. While most hearing aids will enhance hearing and some do have noise cancelling properties; the SportEar specializes in it. They offered a free hearing test and will include the ear molds if someone goes with their custom series. The cool thing about them is they can be set to listen to conversations normally not heard in case someone suspects someone of doing something they may need to be answered in ways we train for. Hopefully not but better to be aware of it coming than getting caught off guard I think.

Oh, and not once was there anyone trying to sell memberships, at least not while I was there. I just happened to meet someone who had been given some to sell if he wanted to. It just came up in conversation. He didn't try to sell anything to me.

[rearnold]

I attended the 4 day Handgun course in April, Had a great time, met a lot of great people. Will be going back in August for a 2 day night hand gun course and the 1 Day Armorer's Course (Glock). I have the Ambassador membership (18) of these, which allows me to attend all their courses, they have now or in the future. I spent 500 dollars for the membership. Out the 18, I have given 9 away to friends of mine and family. They in-turn may transfer their memberships to anyone. My friends and I will be going back in Oct to attend a 2 day Handgun course, only because that all the time they can spent this time. Hope to see some of you there in the future. I plan to attend at least 4 courses a year.

Robert