the instructor ryan was awesome! the enhanced carry class was super informative and he was a really good instructor as well as super nice 🙂 definitely recommend

Very informative and enjoyable class! Ryan was very Knowledgeable and had a lot to offer. Every piece of information he had to teach was always something interesting to learn! Abil Helped me with my trigger finger, which I very much appreciate! And Tiffy learning herself made the atmosphere very fun and comforting! Very positive vibes all around! Most definitely doing the other classes they have to offer.

Extremely knowledgeable and professional staff who will send you out the door with so much more than you walked in with. If you’re looking for legitimate training from a staff who genuinely cares about teaching you and ensuring you learn, look no further. Last but definitely not least, you will have a great time with this staff, they are great people who care about the relationships with their students. Can’t wait to train with them again!

Nothing short than amazing. Great instructor, amazing class and very thorough. I will find another topic and train through Citizens Safety Academy again.

I've taken a few different handgun classes, and CSA is by far the best one I've been to. I have a lot of respect for the instructors here. They take it seriously, and want students to take it seriously as well. That being said it's still fun, and I really enjoyed the course I took. I plan on continuing participating in the training they provide. They aren't a certificate mill and won't lower their standards, so if you're looking to get awesome training and experience this is the place to go.

This team really knows what they are doing! I had the opportunity this weekend to train with Aqil, Tiff, and Ryan, and they are hands down one of the best teams of instructors I have ever seen. What impressed me the most was their attention to detail when it came to firearms safety. These folks are among the best firearms instructors in the country and I highly suggest taking a course from them! I will definitely be back; I hope to see you there!

I took my conceal and carry permit class here yesterday with Ryan McCann and Tiffany Warner. This class was fantastic! I learned so much and enjoyed the class immensely. Ryan and Tiffy are great instructors. They're fun and intelligent and relate the information so you can understand and follow with it. Citizens Safety Academy has ardent followers in my family. We love and appreciate y'all! Thank you!

The epitome of EXCELLENCE!!! Aqil and Tiffany have truly set the standard for firearm training. I am honored to have taken courses with them, and plan to take as many more as possible. I humbly consider them to be mentors and am thankful for the opportunity to witness the passion, performance, and knowledge that is professionally displayed every time they instruct. Always recommended, 100%!

Excellent Course well Presented Extremely Knowledgeable Staff.

Aqil was very patient and informative. My wife was a little weary of semi automatic handguns and he took time during class and on the range to help her overcome her doubts of using them. He helped her be more confident and comfortable handling a firearm so she would be able to defend herself if she needed to. Thanks Aqil. I would definately recommend Aqil to anyone looking to get their carry permit or just improve their shooting skills.

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

CSA firearms training is top notch. The staff is as professional as they come. During the live fire exercises, safety is always at the forefront during every moment. I highly recommend CSA to anyone starting their handgun training journey or to anyone wanting to further their advanced training.

I can't say enough about the training. Aqil Qadir and Tiffany Johnson, Esq. are an amazing duo. Their ability to keep the class engaged and give the thorough experience of well organized instruction to students is well above average. There is no doubt that I will be taking more training on a more advanced level under their leadership. Job well done Aq and Tiff. Well done indeed.

The class and instructor exceeded my expectations. The class was INCREDIBLY informative. The instructor (Aquil) was amazing. I'd STRONGLY recommend them.

Very informative and enjoyable class! Ryan was very Knowledgeable and had a lot to offer. Every piece of information he had to teach was always something interesting to learn! Abil Helped me with my trigger finger, which I very much appreciate! And Tiffy learning herself made the atmosphere very fun and comforting! Very positive vibes all around! Most definitely doing the other classes they have to offer.

This was a great experience, these folks really know how to teach.. They are awesome and keep you engaged the entire time and they are extremely knowledgeable. It was my first experience with them but it will not be my last.. They treat you like family and these guys and gals rock!!!

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.

Highly recommend to anyone. If you’re a beginner or just want more knowledge. Have a variety of classes to offer. Make you comfortable and PUT SAFETY FIRST!!! I took the enhance concealed carry class, and it was money well spent🤗🤗

Excellent instructors former police trainers, very patient and knowledgeable of best practices.

I have taken several carry courses over the years and in several states. CSA is hands down the most informative and insightful course I've had the pleasure of taking. Do yourself a favor and take the courses offered by CSA. You will not be sorry.

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. �

 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.

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

 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.

 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.

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

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.

 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.

 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!

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.

 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.

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

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.

 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.

Very knowledgeable and professional instructor! Highly recommended!

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

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.

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

 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.

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!!

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!

 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.

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.

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