Locked and Loaded Classes

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5.0 ★ average from 151 student reviews

5.0

Based on 151 reviews

99% five-star(149 of 151)

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USCCA18

100% of students would recommend this organization

Pavel's Locked & Loaded firearms training organization enjoys an outstanding reputation with a perfect 5.0 average rating across 151 reviews. Students consistently praise the knowledgeable, patient instructors — particularly Pavel and Johnnie — for creating a welcoming, engaging environment that builds confidence in beginners and experienced shooters alike. The organization stands out for its diverse class offerings including CPL courses, women's-only classes, youth firearm safety programs, and advanced training, all delivered with a strong emphasis on safety and hands-on learning.

Exceptionally knowledgeable instructors led by Pavel and Johnnie who make complex topics accessible

Patient, welcoming environment that transforms nervous beginners into confident firearm handlers

Comprehensive youth firearm safety programs with excellent instructor-to-child ratios

Engaging, conversational teaching style that goes beyond slides to cover real-life scenarios

Hands-on range training with a wide variety of firearms for well-rounded experience

Vicky petzold

Google

Mar 17, 2026

My husband and I took the Advanced training & Cleaning Class with Pavel & Johnnie. WOW!! What a Huge learning experience!! Made me wish I had taken my CPL Class with them. We learned so much about self defense tactics and ways to train at home and on the range. They were so patient with our many questions-giving concise responses!! Best experience by far!! We had a 2+ hour drive to attend their training, but well worth it!!

Carlisa Flakes

Google

I attended a children's firearm safety class with my grandson. It was really a informational for the kids. They were allowed to shoot a variety of small caliber guns/rifles at the range. Supervised of course. My grandson was very excited. This should be available to all children whether there's a gun at home or not. You never know when or where they will come across a gun. Thank you Brian, Pavel, Johnny and Dino for teaching a much class. I enjoyed as well.

Michael Haines

Google

This was my second time taking Pavel's Advanced range and gun cleaning class. Very glad I did, as I came into this with very little gun experience. I was able to reinforce what I had learned, and the second time there were a whole new series of drills that I was exposed to. I would highly recommend this class to anyone interested in learning about gun safety, operation, and or wishing to build confidence!

Great instructor, very knowledgeable, I think Pavel & all involved did great teaching kids, keeping engaged entire Class!! Range time was great!! 100%, Pavel’s Locked&Loaded Youth Firearm Safety Class, highly recommend!!

Vaughn Alexander

Google

Amazing experience & amazing teachers, pavel has a very good way of teaching & training, makes everyone feel involved, they don’t just read from the slides they have conversations & talk about real life scenarios, 10/10 recommend this class for anyone looking to get their Cpl!

Class taken on Sat, Nov. 8, 2025|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +2 more

Class taken on Sun, Nov. 9, 2025|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +3 more

Class taken on Sat, Nov. 15, 2025|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +1 more

Class taken on Sat, Nov. 15, 2025|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +3 more

Class taken on Sat, Nov. 15, 2025|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +1 more

Class taken on Sat, Nov. 8, 2025|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +2 more

Class taken on Sat, Jan. 24, 2026|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +5 more

Class taken on Sat, Feb. 7, 2026|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +1 more

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Class taken on Sat, Mar. 14, 2026|Taught by Pavel Blinderman +2 more

joe van riper

Google