The TN enhanced handgun permit class was very informative, easy to comprehend, and overall a delightful experience. From the time you enter the building of CSA to the time you get ready to leave the atmosphere is safe and welcoming.

The instructor was beyond knowledgeable and committed to safety and the course materials. From the class demonstrations to the reassurance on the range, Aqil Q. made sure you knew what you were doing.

I highly recommend CSA for anyone, from beginners to experts. They encourage their students to keep learning and they offer so much to aid in your journey. I’m excited to sign up for the next course which is the ATP I class!

First off the Instructor is fantastic. I Knew 0 about guns before coming. He taught me how to load a magazine which is very basic all the way to pulling the trigger. If you know nothing still attend they will show you everything you need to know with 0 judgment on even the basic questions. For people who know how to operate he gave them the same amount of attention. Classes are small so you will get hands on experience beyond what I've seen at other places.

A superb experience. Loved how Aqil stressed the importance of gun safety and did it in a way that was thorough, interesting, and funny at times. This class gave me a new perspective on guns. I used to not be in the same room with one and now i want to become more familiar with them. I will definitely consider future classes and would recommend the Advanced Carry class to anyone.

I just experienced​ 3 days​ of instructions from Mr. Qadir and Ms. Johnson, and I couldn't say anything bad about the training even if I lied. I recommend them for anybody on any level. Great training, great and helpful instructions, these guys really know their stuff. I carry for a living and their basic pistol course was very enlightening for me. I had a GREAT weekend experience.

A++++ The teaching methods used by instructors - amazing! Course content was covered in great detail. Folks, this is the real deal if you are looking for a great positive learning experience.

I thoroughly enjoyed my time spent with Citizens Safety Academy. I feel more comfortable with my gun and more confident firing my weapon! I highly recommend taking training courses here!

Excellent instructor! Very serious about gun safety.

Our instructor was Aqil. He was very professional and informative. This course provides a fundamental baseline for those wishing to protect themselves and family. We defiantly recommend this company and plan on taking more courses in the future to enhance our skills.

You can trust Aqil to take care of your safety concerns!

Just down to earth class the staff was simply amazing worked one on one with each student didn’t make one of us feel left out

Fantastic instructors, hilarious, with the know-how to back it up. Both are Rangemaster grads, and still pitch in with Tom Givens’ events. Go find a class. You won’t regret it!

Took the Enhanced Carry Permit Course yesterday and was thoroughly impressed with Aqil & Tiffany's ability to teach in a professional, friendly and safe manner.The class was composed of students ranging from beginners to experienced shooters...all were treated respectfully and instructed with an eye to their experience.Based on my participation in this class, I look forward to doing further training with Aqil and his team."Be in the moment."

I've known Tiffany for over six years, and Aqil for four, and always thought very highly of them. I'd attended short classes and lectures from them at the Rangemaster Tactical Conference, and A Girl and A Gun conference, and was very impressed with their teaching. However, I recently had a chance to take their 3-day NRA CCW Instructor Course, and WOW! I've had 700+ hours of instruction, and that counts among the absolute BEST course content, delivery, and organization I have ever experienced. I strongly believe you can not get better quality instruction anywhere, from anyone. These two pour their heart and soul into teaching, and it shows in every facet. Do not miss a chance to train with them. Tim Reedy.

Aquil did a great job providing a refresher on safety. I appreciated the personal attention and he was responsive to my specific concerns as a mom.

The only class I would recommend anyone take Aqil is very knowledgeable and makes it easy for anyone to understand.

Real down to earth instructor, kept it all the way real. Definitely worth my time and money and would recommend to anyone..

I could not have asked for a better first step to start this phase on the journey that is life

My buddy and I just took the Handgun Carry Permit Course with Tiffany & Aqil - couldn’t have gone any better. Aqil & Tiffany (Esquire) were great instructors. Aqil was extremely knowledgable and was the lead, while Tiffany was able to add legal advice through out the day. Great people, small class size, would recommend to anyone, regardless of skill level.

No one who considers taking a firearms course looks forward to days and hours of blocks of instruction in a classroom and I was no exception. What I can say is I couldn't have been more surprised and engaged as I was the entire time. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable, professional and talented at what they do. I can't encourage someone enough who's considering taking a firearms course to choose Citizens Safety Academy. you will not be disappointed ! I drove 3hrs from knoxville to attend their course and if given an option to attend one closer to home knowing what I know now, I would still choose Citizens Safety Academy.

Aqil is great to learn from!

This is the class to take! Aqil makes you feel so comfortable and safe. He's amazing. His years of experience make him a great instructor. Looking forward to taking more classes from him.

 My REVIEW is a BLOG I just wrote = 5 STARS!!! https://thecompletecombatant.wordpress.com/2018/10/18/in-a-nut-shell-refer-attend-tiffany-johnsons-nra-women-on-target-clinic/

Aqueel is the best! Great instructor and all around great guy! I was able to pass my Requalification test for my employer to land a awesome job! I recommend him to anyone especially the ladies if your not good with shooting.

Just went through the handgun safety course yesterday, far more comprehensive and professional than I might have expected. I highly recommend Aquil and staff for all the thorough information imparted during the class as well as at the range. Great job gentlemen. Folks this is the place to go
To have all your fears removed.

 great instructors, training, culture and just all around good people to work with!

 Took my TN Handgun Carry permit class today. What a great class and the instructors are top notch. They took time to answer any questions we had in the class and on the range. I will be taking more classes with CSA! So happy I picked CSA to take my class.

One of the most highly educated firearms instructors in the country, with a gift for teaching!!

If you are looking to learn to enhance the safety of yourself and your loved ones, CSA is THE place to go! Not only did Aqil teach me the skills I needed to save my job, he taught me a skill set that could potentially save a life. Is there a better set of skills to have? Go see him!

 This is an extremely interesting and well run course. The teaching techniques are outstanding, I have been an NRA Certified Training Counselor for more than 40 years and found this course valuable in improving my techniques and learning newer ways of helping students to learn. Well worth the investment.

 If you're looking for a fun and knowledgeable class to get your gun permit, this is the one to pick! My dad and I learned a lot and had a fun time while doing it. The 8 hours went by quick.

 My experience at CSA was outstanding. It was the best money spent on myself in a long time. I received top notch training from professionals and personal attention on things that needed correcting. The staff was very professional and yet approachable. By the time I left class, I learned the information I came for and gained confidence in my skill, even if I did have trifocals, and felt as if I had now access to people who would help me with questions if I needed them.

If you really want to learn carry a gun and defend yourself go to Citizens safety Academe aqil Qader h's a more than wonderful teacher and everyone who works with him really learned a lot This guy does not let you go before you understand everything honestly...
With thanks and appreciation.

 The staff is well versed in personal security and convey that knowledge to the students efficiently. They use the combination of books, training aids, and PDF presentations for their classes. Aqil Qadir, Tiffany Johnson, and Ryan McCann are very enthusiastic instructors. I like them both professionally and personally.

 Simply put, the staff at CSA are absolutely superb. Friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, they have the kind of high standards that will make you into a better (and safer) shooter. Whether you've never touched gun in your life, or you're trying to find room for your 2nd gun safe, the Citizens Safety Academy is the place for you. Many thanks to Tiffany, Aqil, Ryan, and Jam for the excellent service and professional instruction.

Instructor is very knowledgeable and made the class enjoyable. I plan on attending more of his classes.

 Each lesson empowers me to continue to master myself in all areas, not just safety.

 I had a good time and learned alot, all of the instructors were great, go there! you won't be dissatisfied

 I cannot say enough for the team of fantastic instructors at Citizens Safety Academy. The level of comfort and encouragement that these men provided was exceptional. As a first time attendee and complete novice to gun safety, my fears have been eased and brain filled with knowledge and experience. I look forward to learning more for this great group of instructors and people. Thank you, Ryan, Jam, and Aqil.

This was the best time spent on handgun safety to earn a permit to carry! I plan on using the services much more in the future. The instructor earned my trust immediately. I have no reason to look any further for firearm training or advice.

I worked and trained with Aqil. He is an awesome guy and Amazing trainer. People that take his class are well informed and well trained. Best of luck in the future!!

I am someone that has been afraid of guns and gun culture for a while. I knew that if I was going to find a place to learn I wanted it to be a safe and supportive environment led by people that know their stuff and can meet students where they're at. I am so happy I decided to do my carry permit class at Citizens and I will definitely be back for more advanced classes. They took the time to make sure each student was comfortable and the instruction was top notch and professional.

 Fantastic instructors, hilarious, with the know-how to back it up. Both are Rangemaster grads, and still pitch in with Tom Givens’ events. Go find a class. You won’t regret it!

Very knowledgeable and professional instructor! Highly recommended!

Joe Porter
Certified NRA Instructor & NRA Training Counselor ( Instructor's Instructor)

Definitely worth your time regardless of being a newbie or someone who is familiar with firearms. Go see Aqil, Marv, and Tiff at CSA. They are all attentive and informative. You won’t regret it. I am a CCW permit holder from CO and needed the TN handgun safety course to apply for my CCW here in TN. Some of the textbook info was a refresher, but I also obtained some very constructive feedback that helped me tweak my grip and stance while shooting. I plan on taking more advanced courses in the future to put some of these techniques into practice. �