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I had a private four hour lesson with Ron, focusing on the Tavor X95. Rifle rental, ammunition, mags, etc all provided by Tactical Fitness Austin. Range is as shown on the map.
Bottom line up front: well worth the time to learn from a very patient and confident instructor. Ron clearly knows the rifle, and clearly puts safety at the top of his list. But adds enough enthusiasm to make the four hours enjoyable and fun.
The day began with Ron asking about my "why". I mentioned safety and a few applications, and throughout the rest of the time, Ron peppered the activities with callbacks to my "why's". It brought a cohesive and attentive aspect to the lesson - he was running a program, but was able to tailor the talk-track to me. I'm sure that is a common experience with all of TFA's focussed training.
Throughout the day, Ron provided clear instruction - clear enough for this rifle-newbie to follow, and he was patient when I got lost. Except when my actions started to lead to less-safe postures - he then very quickly stepped in to ensure safe range-time. These corrections were hurried at times (appropriately), but never with an attitude - his approach as an instructor was very matter-of-fact and clear.
I remain a newbie, and recommend Tactical Fitness to other newbies looking to scratch an itch. I imagine that the Tactical Fitness team can add valuable fine-tuning to people much more familiar with firearms than me.
Reply from Tactical Fitness Austin
Thanks Brent! It was our pleasure getting you squared away on the X95. See you soon!
Gary and Karl at Tactical Fitness set us up with a phenomenal training session. From the moment we got there, everything was organized, professional, and focused on safety and performance.
We’re experienced shooters coming in from New York, and we were genuinely impressed. They took the time to coach, refine technique, and push us in the right ways while still keeping the session fun and engaging. They hit all the marks for what a great shooting experience should be — structured, educational, and high-energy.
If you’re looking for serious training with knowledgeable instructors who actually care about your development, this is the place. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in town.
Reply from Tactical Fitness Austin
It was great hosting your bachelor party last week Greg.
I recently completed a 4-hour private shooting lesson with Ron at Tactical Fitness Austin, and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. The lesson was extremely thorough, patient, and tailored exactly to my skill level and goals.
Everything was explained clearly-from safety fundamentals and proper handling to stance, grip, accuracy, and confidence-building drills. I never felt rushed or intimidated, and every question I had was answered in a way that actually clicked. By the end of the session, I felt significantly more confident, capable, and informed than when I started.
What really stood out was how intentional and practical the training was. This wasn’t just about shooting-it was about understanding why you do things a certain way and building real-world competence in a safe, controlled environment.
If you’re considering private firearms training whether you’re brand new or looking to sharpen your skills. I can’t recommend Tactical Fitness Austin enough. The time, investment, and quality of instruction were absolutely worth it.
Reply from Tactical Fitness Austin
2026.02.09
Thank you Taylor, that means a lot! And you are already shooting better than Clark!
Ron really knows his stuff. I learned more in a few hours with him than I’ve done across many hours and weeks with other instructors and self study. He has incredible attention to detail and explains things very well. Also seeing him demonstrate what he’s teaching proves he knows what he’s talking about. I hope that I’ll get to join the Combat Club to really accelerate my learning.
Reply from Tactical Fitness Austin
2026.01.29
Thank you Oleg! We look forward to training you again soon and getting you up to speed for Combat Club.
Ron was fantastic. As a prior servicemember looking to brush up on my shooting fundamentals, I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. He’s patient, clear, and methodical, and he adapts his teaching to where you are—not where a syllabus says you should be.
Within a few hours, I was confidently plinking targets at distance, with a much better understanding of mechanics, consistency, and efficiency. His recommendations were spot-on and immediately actionable.
I’m looking forward to taking additional courses with him and would highly recommend Tactical Fitness to anyone serious about improving their shooting skills.
Reply from Tactical Fitness Austin
2026.01.29
Thank you Vilas!
Booked tactical fitness for a bachelor trip and it was a blast. All of us have been shooting guns/hunting since we were kids, and we still learned a lot about shooting. It was a lot of fun shooting and competing with the guys. I would definitely recommend and book again in the future.
Reply from Tactical Fitness Austin
2026.01.29
Great having you and your crew out on the range with us Austin!
I had the chance to take the Basic Pistol Operator class with Ron a while back, and it was an awesome experience—one that’s still helping me today. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your own skills or want your significant other to feel confident and safe around firearms, I can’t recommend Tactical Fitness Austin enough. They also offer great corporate events and drills for safety and project managers, giving teams the training and preparation needed to stay ready when the unexpected happens.
Reply from Tactical Fitness Austin
2025.12.22
Thanks Vitaliy! Hope to see you again very soon.
