The "8 hour" CPL class isn't much of a class if you know anything about firearms. Additionally their classes never last 8 hours as they usually cut it short by a couple of hours. There are better places to go that cost even less and offer much more hands on training for beginners.

TOP NOTCH PEOPLE!! What a great group of people and a wonderful class! Highly recommend 1000% You can't go wrong!!

Very professional and informative and for being 8 hours the time flew bye because the instructor Matt kept it very interesting and moving along. Will recommend to anyone who is thinking of taking a CPL class.

Great instructor and class very knowledgeable and helpful. I would highly recommend Detroit Arms for anyone looking for there cpl and training.

I was on the fence for a long time about applying for my cpl. I am glad I chose Detroit arms. A ton of information, lunch,snacks, drinks provided at a reasonable price. If you are interested in taking the class you will not be let down.

Great experience, very knowledgeable with good communication. Highly recommend

payed for me and my mother in law n my step mom to get our cpls through these guys and I recommend anyone I talk to that wants to get there cpl tell them to go through these guys they r awesome and friendly and really good at what they do

Excellent !!!!!!!

Class is long but they did a great job trying to make it go by quickly as possible. Plenty of breaks so you're not getting restless, hell I even learned how to shoot way better than I was just by getting a few pointers. Would recommend.

Professionally presented information and training. With the perfect amount of lightness and hospitality.

Detroit Arms always gives great information in their classes. Will definitely recommend them.

Great class, very informative.

It was my first time at Detroit arms but the people that work there made me feel welcomed. Donna and Matt know their stuff but more importantly want you to walk away both equipped and prepared. They accomplished the goal and on top of that provided us a great lunch. I have no complaints and will refer people to them.

Professional, informational, and accommodating!

The CPL course here is amazing i thought i knew a good amount about michigan gun law and rules until i came here. Wow the instructors are so knowledgeable and informative i had a great time. Also they make sure you are so comfortable during the 8 hours of class it truly was the best experience possible for the 8 hours required by the state. If you are trying to find the place to get a CPL or any ... More

The CPL course here is amazing i thought i knew a good amount about michigan gun law and rules until i came here. Wow the instructors are so knowledgeable and informative i had a great time. Also they make sure you are so comfortable during the 8 hours of class it truly was the best experience possible for the 8 hours required by the state. If you are trying to find the place to get a CPL or any other training detroit arms is the spot! Less

I recently attended a class with my wife and i am glad i did. The instructor was very friendly and personable. The snacks and food that was provided was very much appreciated. I have attended a class at a different facility before and Detroit Arms was by far the better class. I would highly recommend them to anyone interested in getting their CPL or if you need a refresher course or some more... More

I recently attended a class with my wife and i am glad i did. The instructor was very friendly and personable. The snacks and food that was provided was very much appreciated. I have attended a class at a different facility before and Detroit Arms was by far the better class. I would highly recommend them to anyone interested in getting their CPL or if you need a refresher course or some more advanced courses Less

Great class, great instructors, and overall extremely informative. Would definitely recommend to anyone!!!!

Just took our class today instructor was awesome & very informative definitely not boring the location was great it was clean, lots of snacks, beverage choices and the lunch was fantastic Doreen is amazing thank you for a wonderful learning experience

Very informative and thorough class. Would recommend to anyone.

Highly recommend! Great people!

Very knowledgeable instructors. Thorough in answering any questions and very helpful at the range. Highly recommend!

Very informative and helpful. I would recommend this class to anyone interested in getting their CPL.

Took the 8-hour class, and although it does seem like a long time it flies by. They give multiple breaks, even a lunch break with amazing food. They kept everything realistic and used every day scenarios to help us understand. Biggest thing for me was Doreen and Matt were very funny to lighten the mood and made it seem not so long.

This class was awesome….lots of great, useful, and practical information was shared. Matt Z made the class fun and informative…Thank You!

What a great class! Great instructors and very thorough. Even though I had never shot a gun before, by the time I got to the range I felt comfortable and confident . They were extremely helpful at the range and I passed without a problem. Highly recommend!

Awesome experience!

Very nice class, they find ways of making a normally very boring 5-hour lecture into a very enjoyable time with lots of humor. They were very good at teaching the ins and outs of a self-defense situation, and provided essential information for someone looking to carry a firearm. This information, however, is useful for anybody and I highly recommend the class. Lots of breaks, snacks, food, and p... More

Very nice class, they find ways of making a normally very boring 5-hour lecture into a very enjoyable time with lots of humor. They were very good at teaching the ins and outs of a self-defense situation, and provided essential information for someone looking to carry a firearm. This information, however, is useful for anybody and I highly recommend the class. Lots of breaks, snacks, food, and prizes as well. Less

Very knowledgeable team at Detroit Arms and they are happy to answer any questions and help you the entire way.

Take a class there is so much you learn from a class. Friendly. Helpful. It was a fun class its not like a drill Sargent it was fun but very educational.

Effective training at low cost.

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This in my opinion is the absolute best training in southeast michigan. I went through the course and then sent my wife, daughter, and son in law through. The people that own and instruct here are the most awesome folks youll ever meet.

Excellent instruction. Very knowledgeable.

Great class. Amazing instructors. Very knowledgeable. Such a great experience.

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Doreen and the USCCA instructors know their stuff. Very helpful and knowledgeable to anyone interested in exercising their right to carry.

Best experience & best thing I ever spent money on. If you live in Michigan ANYWHERE in Michigan and need to take a CPL Class you need to take it at Detroit Arms. When you're done with that take the A.V.E.R.T. Training too!

Had a great experience taking the CPL class here. The class is quite long as required by the state, but the instructors were very knowledgeable. It wasn't eye roll boring, they did a good job keeping the students engaged while going over very important information that is essential for having a CPL. A very accommodating and fun experience, would highly recommend.

Great CPL class! Speakers are very knowledgeable and they teach you everything you need to know to carry legally

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I 100% recommend Detroit Arms. I took the 8 hour CPL class and was highly impressed. Doreen & Matt are both knowledgeable and professional when it comes to gun rights, safety and the law. I walked away with a lot of great information. Totally worth the investment.

Took my second renewal class Tuesday night at Detroit Arms was very pleased with the classes Would HIGHLY recommend

I highly recommend this class, they have the best instructors and it's very informative.

Very concise and informative class. I’m new to firearms and their CPL class helped me appreciate the safety and responsibility of being a gun owner. Thank you Matt and Doreen for the great experience!

Great presentation and comfortable well taught class. The students were excited and inquisitive and the teachers were very informative and helpful. The excitement was still there three days later when I saw another student from class at the Macomb county clerks office as I was walking out and she was going in. Thank you for helping me to attain my CPL.

Training facilities, family ownership, time-tested and open forum instruction like Detroit Arms provides empower law abiding citizens to defend themselves and directly impact the increase in safety to their communities.

Matt and Doreen run a great class for both experienced and beginner pistol shooters. The class provides a wealth of information. I would highly recommend them to anybody who wants to get their Michigan CPL. Just took class on Superbowl Sunday. Thanks to both of you.

I'm noob, never fired a gun before. Took a class and learned tons of things. I highly recommend this place. Great atmosphere and high level of professionalism. If you own a gun or want to buy one, take a class. I met there people ranging from beginners like me to Vietnam War veteran.

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great instructors! staggered class and range times.

Really great course Detroit Arms puts together. They walk you thru every step of the CPL process. Thank you!

Thank you to Matt and Doreen of Detroit Arms! My experience with your organization far exceeded my expectation. The wealth of knowledge that was shared was not only professional in nature, the personal experience made the class more comfortable. I would also like to thank Brown Bear Sporting Goods for the range time. I highly recommend Detroit Arms!

Always willing to help and answer any questions.

I just took my CPL class last weekend and it was awesome! From segment 1 to segment 2 it was worth it. I would definitely recommend this place to take your CPL courses if you are interested.

Doreen and Matt were great! Very informative class and materials. All questions were promptly answered and was even given help to expedite my CPL license. Highly recommended.

The knowledge, the class, the people.

I drove all the way from Lansing just to attend this class. Definetely worth the drive. Matt and Doreen were both very helpful and they made the class not only enjoyable, but informative as well. Would reccomend learning at Detroit Arms to anyone!

Well organized. Professional. Safely learn how to protect yourself and loved ones and know your rights if you have to.

My GF and I took our CPL training here today and have to say they did an awesome job! We highly recommend it!!

I was nervous never having fired a gun however the staff was great the gentleman in the range helped me feel confident when shooting, Doreen was very helpful answering questions. highly recommend to anyone looking to get their cpl especially first time shooters!

All I can say is WOW!! Matt and Doreen are exceptional people and I felt I was given so much information and all of my questions were answered and In detail. They took the time to help others in the class who might have been struggling. And it was honestly the first time I’ve ever taken a class. Civilian or while in the Military there was no judgement to anyone if they were wrong or had question... More

All I can say is WOW!! Matt and Doreen are exceptional people and I felt I was given so much information and all of my questions were answered and In detail. They took the time to help others in the class who might have been struggling. And it was honestly the first time I’ve ever taken a class. Civilian or while in the Military there was no judgement to anyone if they were wrong or had questions. Matt teaches you confidence and no matter what you’re growing as a shooter. 10/10 would recommend to anyone. Sign up! Less

The instructors are very knowledgeable and patient. They give you a real understanding of safety and training versus just a basic run through.

Took my training here and Matt and Doreen are the best and the explaining they do to understand this type of class is just outstanding highly recommend thanks guys 👍

I’ve wanted to get my CPL for years but have always found some excuse not to do it, but I decided now was the time. I chose Detroit Arms based on a recommendation from my nephew who took the class here, and it was an excellent decision. I took the phase 1 class online. Doreen and Matt were great. They are very knowledgeable and their goal is to give you the knowledge to be prepared to responsibly... More

I’ve wanted to get my CPL for years but have always found some excuse not to do it, but I decided now was the time. I chose Detroit Arms based on a recommendation from my nephew who took the class here, and it was an excellent decision. I took the phase 1 class online. Doreen and Matt were great. They are very knowledgeable and their goal is to give you the knowledge to be prepared to responsibly protect yourself and understand the consequences of your actions. They take their job seriously but interject just enough humor to keep things fun - there is a lot of information coming at you but they make it interesting. The phase 2 portion at Brown Bear was just as informative as phase 1. Matt is an excellent instructor and he gives you the knowledge and confidence to succeed. I highly recommend Detroit Arms. Less

The best experience I ever had. The instructors were down to earth and gave you the information you needed. Regardless if you were new to gun ownership or a Vet. If anyone asks me where I got my certification this is the place I would refer them to. Thank you Doreen and Matt for a great educational experience. You guys were a blast.

Professional, Informative, and Friendly staff. Easy learning environment and Interactive teaching methods. Would recommend this cpl certification training to anyone seeking thorough firearms safety and current gun law education.

great class teaches you alot. great people

Detroit Arms provides a wealth of information. Having to take the class online due to the shutdown was as good as being in class. Matt and Doreen did a fantastic job instructing the class. Every question we had was answered. They delivered straight up information and everything you need to know to be a responsible CPL holder. Highly qualified and personable people. And yes, you won't believe how... More

Detroit Arms provides a wealth of information. Having to take the class online due to the shutdown was as good as being in class. Matt and Doreen did a fantastic job instructing the class. Every question we had was answered. They delivered straight up information and everything you need to know to be a responsible CPL holder. Highly qualified and personable people. And yes, you won't believe how good Doreen's cookies are- Fantastic! Thank you! Less

Very informative class, highly recommended regardless of your skill level. Would recommend to anyone!

I did the online CPL class and it was amazing! I just have never found the time on the weekends, so being able to take it now was amazing! They were super friendly and it was such a great experience!

Very informational. Excellent instructors. Would highly recommend.

I don't remember if I wrote a review already but, I took my CPL class at Detroit arms and I was very impressed. I learned a lot and got updated on laws that I already knew and previous laws I knew about that got changed. the class is fairly priced. They provide lunch, information on law firms for self defense cases, the gun for the class (excluding ammo which was perfectly fine with me), and an e... More

I don't remember if I wrote a review already but, I took my CPL class at Detroit arms and I was very impressed. I learned a lot and got updated on laws that I already knew and previous laws I knew about that got changed. the class is fairly priced. They provide lunch, information on law firms for self defense cases, the gun for the class (excluding ammo which was perfectly fine with me), and an endless supply of freshly baked cookies from the owner herself!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Detroit Arms to anybody looking to get a CPL, to renew one they currently have or just wanna learn something about firearms. I wanna thank all y'all at Detroit Arms for a wonderful experience! - Zack 🤠 Less

An absolutely amazing place to take your CCW/CPL class and/or renewal. Had a very fun and informative time and gained a lot of knowledge. I wouldn't be able to know so much about my current weapon as well as the rules and guidelines to follow if not for Detroit Arms! I thank my GF all of the time for getting me a voucher for Detroit Arms. Already recommending them to everyone interested in learni... More

An absolutely amazing place to take your CCW/CPL class and/or renewal. Had a very fun and informative time and gained a lot of knowledge. I wouldn't be able to know so much about my current weapon as well as the rules and guidelines to follow if not for Detroit Arms! I thank my GF all of the time for getting me a voucher for Detroit Arms. Already recommending them to everyone interested in learning more. Great establishment! Will visit sometime soon!! Keep being great and elevating! Less

Great place to learn and get trained on cpl

My brother in law, my uncle and I had been talking about taking the CPL class for 10 years or so. I met Matt, our instructor, by chance during a business transaction and decided that fate was telling me that now was the time. If you've never taken a class like this before, it can be a bit intimidating. We all shoot, and are all decent shots. But you are taking a class that teaches you the legalit... More

My brother in law, my uncle and I had been talking about taking the CPL class for 10 years or so. I met Matt, our instructor, by chance during a business transaction and decided that fate was telling me that now was the time. If you've never taken a class like this before, it can be a bit intimidating. We all shoot, and are all decent shots. But you are taking a class that teaches you the legalities and realities of defending yourself with deadly force. Doreen was awesome and set the tone with a light hearted introduction, her homemade cookies and a promise of a nice lunch. Matt, our instructor, was very serious and to the point on the responsibilities of concealed carry. He went over laws and rights and what to expect if you ever (God forbid) have to pull and use your weapon to defend yourself. He engaged the class, got them to think and answer questions, and even joked with us. But he never let us forget what a serious responsibility concealed carry is. They never made anyone feel uncomfortable. There were people there who admitted they had only shot a firearm once or twice, and he spent extra time with them to make them feel comfortable both in the classroom and the range. Yes, it's a small facility, but I guarantee you that nobody was uncomfortable. Brown Bear (where we shot at the range) is also a small facility but we were welcomed and made sure everyone was 100% safe. Overall, this was a great experience and I would definitely recommend taking the class at Detroit Arms. Less

awesome class.. great for beginners as well as your seasoned gun owners

Very friendly staff and very informative. It was a great experience to learn here.. I highly recommend them, they know what they are talking about. I’ve never shot a gun before this class and when it came down to it the instructor was there to help me when I needed it.

Very good class with people that know what they are doing and talking about. I will continue taking classes at the Detroit Arms.

Everyone involved made this class awesome. We all take our safety seriously but the class was fun as well as informative. You're encouraged to ask questions and join the conversation which made the 8 hours fly by. Thank you guys for helping me keep my home and myself safe.

The best class I ever took the instructors made the class very fun love you guys and the cookies are the best !!!!

I just took their all day/women-only class and it was great! Doreen is sweet and sassy, and Matt is fun and down-to-earth/realistic. Lunch was delicious with no skimping, comfortable seats, and the cookies are no joke, they are FABULOUS!!! I was nervous about using a borrowed weapon, and ear/eye protection, but it all worked out great. The guys are Brown Bear were also very helpful and friendly. ... More

I just took their all day/women-only class and it was great! Doreen is sweet and sassy, and Matt is fun and down-to-earth/realistic. Lunch was delicious with no skimping, comfortable seats, and the cookies are no joke, they are FABULOUS!!! I was nervous about using a borrowed weapon, and ear/eye protection, but it all worked out great. The guys are Brown Bear were also very helpful and friendly. The entire experience was positive and I would not hesitate taking another class from them and would highly recommend them! Less

My wife and I took the CCW class together today and it was great! My wife had never touched a firearm before and the instructors were very good with her and the class portion was really good. Thanks to you all. Would highly recommend the Detroit Arms class for a beginner, intermediate or experienced shooters who would like to get their CCW!

Great class that goes through all of the requirements plus more. After the class, you'll feel very knowledgable and confident in your decision to take the class and continue the process.

The class, the people the information is fantastic. I learned a lot. would highly recommend Detroit Arms

Very knowledgeable Instructors!

best cpl class I ever took. They cover a lot of what is called grey areas in the law for cpl holders. also got lunch and snacks and drinks in the one day 8 hour course.. good people and very friendly

Just completed my course here last week, and it was fantastic! Very well presented, and very knowledgeable and very nice people! Our instructor was great, presented a ton of information, without being boring! The time in class flew! I will definitely be recommending them to my family and friends!

Fantastic! Simply fantastic! Very well taught class and full of useful information. I felt very comfortable from start to finish. Very professional staff from top to bottom. I would recommend them to anyone anytime. So glad I took my CPL class with them . They take good care of you and the nice lunch was a great treat. Professional all the way. Look no further than Detroit Arms! A+++

I took my initial CPL class with Detroit Arms. About a year later my wife did the same. The laws seem to constantly change and for my renewal all I would have had to do is self study and go to the range. The range was no problem but I knew I would never actually do the self study needed in time for renewal, so I took the optional class from Detroit Arms. I WAS SO GLAD I DID. Matt and Doreen gave ... More

I took my initial CPL class with Detroit Arms. About a year later my wife did the same. The laws seem to constantly change and for my renewal all I would have had to do is self study and go to the range. The range was no problem but I knew I would never actually do the self study needed in time for renewal, so I took the optional class from Detroit Arms. I WAS SO GLAD I DID. Matt and Doreen gave us valuable information on changes in the law that I doubt I would have found on my own. My wife will be doing the same next year. Less

Great class. Great local business. They've been going strong for years for a reason!

I just took a Saturday CPL class and what a great experience. The instructors were fantastic and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend Detroit Arms for a CPL. They will answer any questions that you may have, and explain laws and help you understand your rights. They even serve lunch and Doreen makes fabulous cookies. Thank you so much! I highly recommend.

Very informative class! Great instructor, Matt! Thank you!

I have taken 2 Courses from Detroit Arms LLC, as well as another many years ago from another "agency". To say that other "agency" was a joke is an understatement. That FIRST class I took 20 years ago was "Here are a bunch of my guns, the different kinds, the different calibers, etc., see how great I am"...ZERO information about law, ZERO information at all really... I then took Doreen's class.... More

I have taken 2 Courses from Detroit Arms LLC, as well as another many years ago from another "agency". To say that other "agency" was a joke is an understatement. That FIRST class I took 20 years ago was "Here are a bunch of my guns, the different kinds, the different calibers, etc., see how great I am"...ZERO information about law, ZERO information at all really... I then took Doreen's class. WOW...WOW...WOW...I took it the first time for my initial CPL license. To say my eyes were opened is an understatement. The instructor at the time was an ex-Detroit cop. One of the things I really liked about him was his "Look, I'm not going to sugar coat it, you shoot somebody in self defense, you WILL lose your gun (maybe permanently), you will most likely be arrested (though you may get released in short order), you WILL need a lawyer, and you WILL need insurance". He went on to say that many of the people in the classroom may want to think again before carrying as the responsibility may outweigh the security you may/may not have. I was pretty shocked to hear this, as I was expecting quite the opposite, but the more you thought about it, the more he was right. A year ago I took the refresher course for renewing my CPL. Again, the infromation Matt Z. provided was AWESEOME. So many things many of us thought were one way, you would find you are wrong, or needed a tweak on your thought process. Amazing information and he was super engaging. As for food? What can I say...I ate way too many cookies while there BOTH TIMES. The full day class includes a lunch (you just can't beat getting a lunch at your CPL class)...The renewal evening class has snacks (again, cookies are to die for). Sure the classroom is a bit tight, but you know what? How much room do you REALLY need. I've been in lecture halls in college that had 500 people crammed elbow to elbow in them. There was PLENTY of room to take notes, have a beverage on the table, and a plate of snacks as well. If I could give Detroit Arms LLC a 10 star review I would. Doreen and the crew are top notch. I need to take more classes from her! Less

Great class. They are extremely professional, knowledgeable, and are eager to help during and even after you’ve taken the class. Keep up the great work!!!

I had a great experience getting my CPL. The cookies were awesome :)

I have been assaulted in my job 4 times in the past. My son works at the same job. He and I both took a CPL class at Detroit arms. The training was detailed and precise. We, my son and I were very impressed at the professionalism and expertise of the instructor.

Best class around

Both my husband and I have taken the CCL class at Detroit Arms. The class was well organized and very informative. It was never boring as I was afraid an eight hour class would be. Matt and Doreen led a great class and I recommend them to anyone who asks where I took mine. As a bonus they feed you and give you cookies 👍🏻

I've taken the 8 hour class and the renewal classes they taught me everything I needed to know and then some my son recommend you to me and I recommend you to others

Fantastic place to go for CPL. Highly recommend it. Great knowledgeable staff! Did I mention home made cookies are provided?

Detroit Arms is by far the BEST CPL Training course in South eastern Michigan hands down. I took the class years ago and renewed with them SPECIFICALLY because of their incredibly vast knowledge and experience. I know others that provide this class but Detroit Arms covers EVERYTHING from A-Z in depth, INCLUDING (Slide Bite). So the review a few down from mine (CB) is total 100% GARBAGE as suppor... More

Detroit Arms is by far the BEST CPL Training course in South eastern Michigan hands down. I took the class years ago and renewed with them SPECIFICALLY because of their incredibly vast knowledge and experience. I know others that provide this class but Detroit Arms covers EVERYTHING from A-Z in depth, INCLUDING (Slide Bite). So the review a few down from mine (CB) is total 100% GARBAGE as supported by nothing but 5 Star reviews fo Detroit Arms for YEARS & YEARS I suspect the reviewer may be competition or an anti-gunner lashing out. I Absolutely recommend this class for beginners or even pros to brush up! Plus, HOMEMADE COOKIES!!!!!🤘🇺🇸🤘🇺🇸 Less

I really liked the homemade cookies! The class was excellent too. But you can already see that from all the great reviews. Take your class, arm yourself, practice, prepare. The responsibility for your safety rests on YOUR shoulders. #2A

I have used Detroit Arms for my original cpl and my renewals. The owner and instructors have been top notch and I have referred anybody asking me about a cpl to them as well and will continue to do so. The class is in depth and taught so that anybody at any level will understand what they are teaching, keep up the good work, thank you.

Wonderful staff, very knowledgeable and kind! They really laid everything out and made it perfectly clear and very easy to understand. I would recommend their class to everyone !

Detroit Arns offers the utmost in professionalism and knowledge. I speak from personal experience over the past decade. When I see questions asked, or personally get asked questions such as. Where can I go for: * Firearm training ("I never fired a gun before") * CPL / CCW training * renewal "what do I need to do?" * answers to questions of rights, Do's & Don'ts * changes of requirements / law * r... More

Detroit Arns offers the utmost in professionalism and knowledge. I speak from personal experience over the past decade. When I see questions asked, or personally get asked questions such as. Where can I go for: * Firearm training ("I never fired a gun before") * CPL / CCW training * renewal "what do I need to do?" * answers to questions of rights, Do's & Don'ts * changes of requirements / law * relative knowledge for any questions/concerns This is the go to, it certainly has been for me, and where I guide and direct all others. Friends, family, acquaintances, those inquiring on social media. I have had many many Thank You's from people I suggested going here. However, Beware: if you're looking for a quick course, you're not the attentive type. All you care about is a piece of paper, and your personal involvement reflects that. You walk in knowing eveything, you're non teachable, a danger to yourself or others.... go elsewhere! Your time here will be very short.. This is a No Nonsense, Professional, Fun - Yet No Clowning, Non Sugar Coated, Safety Oriented environment. ( for ANYONE to provide a bad review of Detroit Arms. In my opinion; would have to fall in the above negative / behavioral items I mentioned above. Or more. They may have been asked to leave. ) Bonus LOL: Treats! Some of best darn cookies available. Less

Very knowledgeable. I really learn alot great instructors I will be bringing my wife in September to get her cpl while I take the renewal class and the cookies our out of this world!

Took this class about Christmas time, very knowledgeable and well educated instructors. Very highly recommend training.

I’ve taken the cpl, cpl renewal (every four years), and advanced pistol classes from Detroit arms. I’ve also taken training from many others and Detroit arms is by far my favorite. I think this facility is the best for anyone regardless of experience level. I even insisted my wife train here before any other facility. I think very highly of Doreen, the instructors, the classes, and of course Dore... More

I’ve taken the cpl, cpl renewal (every four years), and advanced pistol classes from Detroit arms. I’ve also taken training from many others and Detroit arms is by far my favorite. I think this facility is the best for anyone regardless of experience level. I even insisted my wife train here before any other facility. I think very highly of Doreen, the instructors, the classes, and of course Doreen’s baking. As long as you take it seriously, pay attention, and do as you’re told, things go smoothly. If you get bit by a slide, you failed to do one of those three things and therefore it is YOUR FAULT. Keep up the great work Detroit arms, you are the best there is. Less

I took my CPL about 2 years ago and was highly impressed with the vast knowledge and expertise in which I was trained. The instructor was extremely knowledgable and very thorough. There was no stone left unturned! In fact, I have trained with the instructor outside of instruction to gain even more knowledge and confidence. To CB who posted a less than favorable review, there is only so much that ... More

I took my CPL about 2 years ago and was highly impressed with the vast knowledge and expertise in which I was trained. The instructor was extremely knowledgable and very thorough. There was no stone left unturned! In fact, I have trained with the instructor outside of instruction to gain even more knowledge and confidence. To CB who posted a less than favorable review, there is only so much that can be taught to people who are either way over their head or are just plain incompetent, you cant teach common sense. In either case, I hope to God your mother never intends to get the CPL as very clearly demonstrated she should not have one. I highly recommend Detroit Arms for CPL training and will be back when it is time to renew! Less

Class is very informative, great instructor's, i have been going for years for all my training. I would recommend anyone to Detroit arms and will be a repeat customer for life.

Excellent class, very knowledgeable

The most comprehensive CPL training course in Michigan, covering everything needed for safe handling and discharging of your pistol and the consequences of doing so. NRA certified instructors and an owner that takes hands on approach to teaching. All Michigan laws are covered as well as safe handling, storage, transportation and if time permits topics covered in other of their classes. I have per... More

The most comprehensive CPL training course in Michigan, covering everything needed for safe handling and discharging of your pistol and the consequences of doing so. NRA certified instructors and an owner that takes hands on approach to teaching. All Michigan laws are covered as well as safe handling, storage, transportation and if time permits topics covered in other of their classes. I have personally reccomend quite a few people to Detroit Arms for training and every one have praised them for there knowledge, friendly attitude and attention to detail. Great cookies to boot. Less

Amazing class and amazing people!! I highly recommend. I’ve been shooting firearms for over 30 years and I can promise you these great people know what they are doing. 5 stars

Fantastic class and the Instructor Matt was very knowledgable. Took extra time to explain anything that wasn't understood by us who attended. I highly reccomend this class to anyone who is looking to obtain their CPL.

I've taken several classes and found them to be professional, prepared and creative. I plan on taking another to learn the proper care of my S&W.

Excellent class. I learned a lot in this class about safety, how to hold a gun as well as how to stand. This class is very well taught by Matt and Doreen. I have referred several people to this class and will continue to do so. I plan on signing my daughters up when they are ready and plan on going there for my renewal class and for the self defense seminar with my daughters. Many of our C... More

Excellent class. I learned a lot in this class about safety, how to hold a gun as well as how to stand. This class is very well taught by Matt and Doreen. I have referred several people to this class and will continue to do so. I plan on signing my daughters up when they are ready and plan on going there for my renewal class and for the self defense seminar with my daughters. Many of our Chesterfield Police Department officers recommend Detroit Arms and say its one of the best classes around. Keep up the great work Doreen and Matt. Less

CPL renewal class. Very Professional and thorough instruction. Definitely recommend Detroit Arms. It was worth the Drive!

They are great instructors for the 1st time shooter to the seasoned veterans, great knowledge of product, all the information you will need get trained, be protected

This class was very informative, and did a good job of explaining everything. They provided pizza, wings, potatoes, a green salad, cookies, drinks, and snacks. I would highly recommend the CPL, and plan on taking other classes through them.

I recommend everyone go see them and take this class. They are super friendly, nice and take the time to help everyone and anyone. They helped me get my CPL and I'm super thankful and grateful.

Good people! good owner, good teachers ,..honest realistic reasonable and responsible if your looking to take cpl class or just acquire information on firearms id highly recommend!

Took class there,, instructors were all very knowledgeable,,,highly recommend ,,,Mark

Best place to take a CPL class in Metro Detroit! The owner and instructor are very informative and knowledgeable. I thought an 8 hour class would be boring and hard to get through but the instructor kept it going and interesting. Detroit Arms also does a great job applying real world scenarios. 5 stars! Highly recommend to anyone looking to get a CPL! Thanks Detroit Arms!

The CPL class here was great! Good food and there was plenty of snacks and beverages included with the cost of the course. I had only one question that I needed answered after taking this class because Matt was so detailed in covering everything that I wanted to know. Doreen (the owner) took the time to answer the one question that I did have on Facebook messenger and she responded quickly. I wou... More

The CPL class here was great! Good food and there was plenty of snacks and beverages included with the cost of the course. I had only one question that I needed answered after taking this class because Matt was so detailed in covering everything that I wanted to know. Doreen (the owner) took the time to answer the one question that I did have on Facebook messenger and she responded quickly. I would highly recommend this class to anyone. Matt and the range officers were very helpful at the range part of the class, I was in and out quickly once it was my turn to shoot. Doreen also offers handguns for you to use at the range at no additional cost if you do not bring your own gun. I was very pleased with the cost of the course and everything that was included. Thanks Doreen and Matt!! Less

Took my initial CPL class and 2 renewal classes at Detroit Arms. Every class has been engaging & informative (new laws). I would not have a problem referring Detroit Arms to anyone, they prepare you for a major responsibility and keep it interesting!

Review is for 1-Day, 8-Hour, CCW / CPL Class About Me: to provide context for the review Adult Male – 30s I own a few guns, used primarily for recreational target shooting. I am not an avid shooter, but like to visit a range 8-10 times in a year for either handgun practice or sporting clays. I am likely to conceal carry only rarely. The CCW License gives me flexibility when transporting, vacati... More

Review is for 1-Day, 8-Hour, CCW / CPL Class About Me: to provide context for the review Adult Male – 30s I own a few guns, used primarily for recreational target shooting. I am not an avid shooter, but like to visit a range 8-10 times in a year for either handgun practice or sporting clays. I am likely to conceal carry only rarely. The CCW License gives me flexibility when transporting, vacationing outdoors in wildlife park areas and for occasional self defense insurance. I attended the course to expand my knowledge base, better maximize my use as a responsible gun owner, and get a better understanding of Michigan Conceal Carry requirements, allowances & limitations. I have attended several classroom training sessions for various topics: 1st Aid, CPR, Construction Safety Training, ICS, Motorcycle Operations, etc….. Note: The course as offered and led by Matt Zdybel is NOT a firearm basics or beginners course. Very little time is spent discussing firearm operation, firearm / ammunition varieties and shooting mechanics. This course is very much geared toward concealed carry practices and specifics. Pros: - Instructors: Matt (Lead Instructor) & Doreen (Owner). Both are very friendly and accommodating. Matt seems extremely knowledgeable and charismatic. Everyone was free to ask questions and there was no intimidation factor. - Food Offerings: They provide a great spread of Cookies, Chips, Water, Soda and coffee for all attendees. Lunch was from Buscemis. It included salad, pizza and chicken. The food was very good and there was plenty for everyone. - Conceal Carry Information: You get an excellent “Deep Dive” into the specifics of Concealed Carry. Where it is allowed, or limited / prohibited, information about differences in states laws and background on gun regulations. Highlights for me included: What justifies the use of Deadly Force; How to interact with law enforcement and emergency response services; Documentation of a responsible CCW licensed gun owner; Airline Travel Tips Cons: - Facilities: Both the Detroit Arms LLC classroom and Brown Bear Shooting Range facilities are small. The class was large and accommodations were tight and became uncomfortable over the 7 hours in the classroom. Parking was tight, but Matt & Doreen did a good job controlling traffic and limiting issues. There is only one – single person bathroom at Detroit Arms LLC. I thought it would be more problematic than it was as most in the class were very reasonable about use and interruption. - Course Structure: In my experience good courses have a well laid out agenda and students understand the timing of the day, and general breakdown. There was little or no communicated agenda for this course. We knew eventually we would get to the range, but had no idea when or what were the expectations or what topics were upcoming. As it was, I expected more practical training. Only ~30 minutes were spent discussing shooting mechanics / gun operation and I spent only ~ 15 minutes on the range itself at the very end. - Time Management: The course had plenty of breaks, but in general they were too long. The information could have been easily condensed and delivered in 90 minutes less time, or more information could have been covered. And after lunch way too much time was spent indulging the stories and whimsies of a few of the students. On the whole it was a good course. I would recommend attending if you come in with some experience, and want a more casual atmosphere. Personally, in giving up my Saturday and paying $100 I hoped for a little more bang for my buck. Addition: It is always appreciated when business owners make an effort to resolve concerns. Thank you to Detroit Arms LLC for responding below in a positive way. I decided to revise my rating to 4 stars. Less

Great class, very informative and fun!

Great class, very informative and fun!

The information that they give you is excellent.

I took the class with my grandson last month got my CPL last week. Both Doreen and Matt were great. The class was full of people, from experienced shooters to people who had never shot a gun before and they made us all feel comfortable. Matt was very good at explianing the laws and gun safety in laymans terms so we could all understand and it made the eight hours fly by. The great home made cooki... More

I took the class with my grandson last month got my CPL last week. Both Doreen and Matt were great. The class was full of people, from experienced shooters to people who had never shot a gun before and they made us all feel comfortable. Matt was very good at explianing the laws and gun safety in laymans terms so we could all understand and it made the eight hours fly by. The great home made cookies were a plus to. I look forward to taking the advanced class with Matt when mine and my grandsons schedules permit. Less

I took this class to understand the CPL before deciding whether or not to apply for license. Doreen and Matt are knowledgeable instructors who present a complicated, intimidating subject with care, humanity, and relatability. Responsibilities, obligations, safety, myths, pitfalls, real world examples, protections, and much more are covered. Questions are very much encouraged. I highly recommend w... More

I took this class to understand the CPL before deciding whether or not to apply for license. Doreen and Matt are knowledgeable instructors who present a complicated, intimidating subject with care, humanity, and relatability. Responsibilities, obligations, safety, myths, pitfalls, real world examples, protections, and much more are covered. Questions are very much encouraged. I highly recommend without reservation. Less

Great class, great staff 5 out of 5.

Very professional and comprehensive teaching! Something I have been wanting to do for some time. Doreen and Matt run a top notch program. Take the class, you'll be glad you did!

Doreen is the best instructor in this business. Her and her staff really understand all the gun safety and Regulations for the classes. She truly is the best!

Great class! In depth knowledge and experience. Looking forwarding to coming back for advanced training classes in the future.

Great class and instructor. Very knowledgable and helpful in understanding CPL law and gun safety in general. Treat you like family and makes a very comfortable training environment. The only thing I did not enjoy was there was some narrative about how LEOs can be out to get you as if thats the rule not an exception.

I have taken classes with Detroit Arms and highly recommend this place. Very knowledgeable in any class you take. Jim and Doreen, you’re the best.

I have had a lot of instruction and training with firearms over the course of my life, and ive never seen an instructor speak for 6 hours and be so interesting to listen too the entire time. The man made about a point per minute and it was a very impressive class. I learned a TON about michigan gun laws and the information stuck with me very well. Hes a great teacher whos very safe and profession... More

I have had a lot of instruction and training with firearms over the course of my life, and ive never seen an instructor speak for 6 hours and be so interesting to listen too the entire time. The man made about a point per minute and it was a very impressive class. I learned a TON about michigan gun laws and the information stuck with me very well. Hes a great teacher whos very safe and professional with firearms. Would recomend this class to anyone. Less

love the way the instructor was quoting gun law like a preacher on the pulpit. very knowledgeable and professional. as well as the HBIC lol. really had fun!

5 stars!!!! Awesome class and very informative!! I learned so much more than I anticipated. They truly cater to wide range of people, as in beginners to some experience. They answer questions with ease and have the knowledge to back it up! I thought It was great. I felt comfortable by day 2 when going to the range (I had only shot a gun once prior) I definitely would recommend this class!!! Thank... More

5 stars!!!! Awesome class and very informative!! I learned so much more than I anticipated. They truly cater to wide range of people, as in beginners to some experience. They answer questions with ease and have the knowledge to back it up! I thought It was great. I felt comfortable by day 2 when going to the range (I had only shot a gun once prior) I definitely would recommend this class!!! Thank you Matt and Doreen! Annnnnnnd those home baked cookies were delicious!! 😁 I would absolutely recommended taking your class here Less

Just took the class today and I loved it! Lots of info, but you don’t feel overwhelmed with it. Matt and Doreen are 100% friendly and welcoming. They have no problem answering your questions. I definitely felt at ease and comfortable by the time we hit the shooting range (I had only shot once before this). I highly recommend Detroit Arms for your CPL class. Plus, Doreen makes some killer cookies!... More

Just took the class today and I loved it! Lots of info, but you don’t feel overwhelmed with it. Matt and Doreen are 100% friendly and welcoming. They have no problem answering your questions. I definitely felt at ease and comfortable by the time we hit the shooting range (I had only shot once before this). I highly recommend Detroit Arms for your CPL class. Plus, Doreen makes some killer cookies! Bet you can’t eat just one. Less

Just took the class today and I loved it! Lots of info, but you don’t feel overwhelmed with it. Matt and Doreen are 100% friendly and welcoming. They have no problem answering your questions. I definitely felt at ease and comfortable by the time we hit the shooting range (I had only shot once before this). I highly recommend Detroit Arms for your CPL class. Plus, Doreen makes some killer cookies... More

Just took the class today and I loved it! Lots of info, but you don’t feel overwhelmed with it. Matt and Doreen are 100% friendly and welcoming. They have no problem answering your questions. I definitely felt at ease and comfortable by the time we hit the shooting range (I had only shot once before this). I highly recommend Detroit Arms for your CPL class. Plus, Doreen makes some killer cookies! Bet you can’t eat just one. Thanks Matt and Doreen! Less

Great learning experience, and good food.

They are awesome!! Recommend them to anybody for a CPL!!

Went to this class yesterday. I recommend anyone wanting to get their CPL to go here. Matt is an awesome and knowledgeable instructor and Doreen is a great host!

After having been a salted in the past, I now have the skill, knowledge and tools to defend myself!

CPL class done right. Friendly staff, explains real world examples. Plus getting fed and the frequent breaks make it much more bearable.

Great class well instructed. Lunch was very delicious and you can't beat the cookies!

I took the full 8 hour for a re app cause I let mine expire. was worth every penny and every minute. Best class hands down.

Took my CPL class there great people great atmosphere

Doreen & Matt are flat out awesome! She bakes some dam good cookies too! I would recommend them to anyone because they are very professional and accommodating. My wife and I took the Tuesday & Wednesday night classes and were thrilled with their services and patience with all the students. If you are a newbie, don't worry....they will make you feel right at home here.

Informative CPL class and they're all business as to the seriousness of what you're about the responsibility you're about to take on. I'm glad I took it there.

Excellent class. Doreen and Matt are both very professional, articulate, and knowledgeable. I learned a lot yesterday and am very pleased I chose Detroit Arms for my training. Great prices also, you will not be disappointed.

Absolutely fantastic. Very knowledgeable, and answered every question with great detail to make it very easy to understand.

Love the people great place

Great rates on getting my CPL

My husband and I took a great class on gun retention! We learned a lot and felt very comfortable. Our instructor Ken was excellent. Good cookies too!

Very informative!!! Was a great class! Doreen and Matt were a lot of fun to listen to and kept the class very interesting!

Loved it great presentation friendly people very informative and knowledgeable I will forever recommend them was in Sunday’s class

I took their CPL course today and loved it. Matt and Doreen kept the course interesting and I learned so much. I highly recommend Detroit Arms to any anyone looking to get/renew their CPL.

Phenomenal training program with professional training staff. Very intuitive program that stresses the importance of safely and responsibly handling a firearm. Matt was very helpful during the range portion of the training session and administered clear and concise directions for everybody to follow which made for a safe range experience. I really feel like myself and my girlfriend who took the p... More

Phenomenal training program with professional training staff. Very intuitive program that stresses the importance of safely and responsibly handling a firearm. Matt was very helpful during the range portion of the training session and administered clear and concise directions for everybody to follow which made for a safe range experience. I really feel like myself and my girlfriend who took the program with me really learned how to be aware and responsible gun owners. We will recommend this training program to all of our friends and family. Doreen’s cookies were also THE BEST!! Less

Awesome group. Learned a lot

Thanks for the great renewal class today! It was really informative more so than my original course.. I will be back when you offer the personal defense classes.. And the chocolate chip cookies were FANTASTIC!!

Just took the cpl certification class here and I gotta say that I really enjoyed it more than I expected to. Matt, the instructor did an awesome job providing us with the information needed on all areas and I left the class with no questions unanswered. Doreen, the owner is great and made everyone feel at home, providing all day snacks, beverages, a killer dinner from buschemis and chicken shack ... More

Just took the cpl certification class here and I gotta say that I really enjoyed it more than I expected to. Matt, the instructor did an awesome job providing us with the information needed on all areas and I left the class with no questions unanswered. Doreen, the owner is great and made everyone feel at home, providing all day snacks, beverages, a killer dinner from buschemis and chicken shack and ALSO baked the best chocolate chip cookies for everyone. All in all I highly recommend this place for your cpl certification as I will also steer anyone interested to Detroit Arms Less

Great people. Very informative. Great class.

Excellent, real life class. Information was presented well and concisely. The cookies alone are worth taking this class! I highly recommend Detroit Arms!

I took an all ladies CPL course here. The instructors were fantastic! The classroom was stocked with snacks, drinks, FRESH BAKED COOKIES, she even had Tylenol and Motrin available, lol. It was a very comfortable environment and I truly felt prepared at the end of the day. I couldn't have asked for a better course, highly recommend taking your CPL here.

Great class, great lunch, worth the money.

Great information! Wonderful instructors!

Info-crammed session with Premise Safety Group & their TacPac kit on controlling bleeding = Excellent!

Great place to take a CPL class!! VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE!! It's a 8hr. Course with breaks...they bring in fresh homemade cookies for everyone..coffee..water.. And GOOD lunch with chk..salad..potatoes..& pizza!! Cannot go wrong!!! Highly recommend!

Great class! Just recently took the Saturday class and it was phenomenal! The instructors were well informed about the laws, and answered every question you asked. It was definitely a stress free environment for anyone who does not have a lot of experience, all the way to the experienced shooter. They also provide you with wonderfully homemade cookies and lunch from Chicken Shack and Buscemis. Th... More

Great class! Just recently took the Saturday class and it was phenomenal! The instructors were well informed about the laws, and answered every question you asked. It was definitely a stress free environment for anyone who does not have a lot of experience, all the way to the experienced shooter. They also provide you with wonderfully homemade cookies and lunch from Chicken Shack and Buscemis. Thank you so much for the great experience! I’d recommend anyone to take the CPL course here. Less

I took my yesterday 1-20-2018. I do recommend going there.the people there Matt an Doreen were awesome .

Doreen is very knowledgeable about guns, safety and our rights as Americans. If you have any questions she will be able to answer them.

Great CPL class. Doreen may be the nicest business owner in Chesterfield. The class was very informative, easy to understand, and enjoyable. Very friendly and happy to assist all levels of experience, do not be intimidated! And yes, her cookies are fantastic.

The wife and I just completed the CPL class and I have to say, Thank you! Doreen and Matt were FANTASTIC! Both were very knowledgeable and made it easy to learn. I was especially pleased that it wasn’t a “look-at-how-smart-the-instructors-are” class. They spoke at a level that a novice like me could feel comfortable learning and not afraid to ask questions. I highly recommend getting your C... More

The wife and I just completed the CPL class and I have to say, Thank you! Doreen and Matt were FANTASTIC! Both were very knowledgeable and made it easy to learn. I was especially pleased that it wasn’t a “look-at-how-smart-the-instructors-are” class. They spoke at a level that a novice like me could feel comfortable learning and not afraid to ask questions. I highly recommend getting your CPL training through them. I’m already considering what class I can take next. And anybody who serves Chicken Shack plus homemade cookies that are amazing is definitely speaking my language! Less

Great teachers, tons of information, lessons and instructors. They want you to pass. Never once felt bored during the class. They kept it upbeat with reasonable breaks abd quality information. Would defiantly recommend Detorit Arms LLC to friends and family.

Had my CPL class there yesterday. Matt instructed the class and he is great! Doreen was awesome as well just a beautiful person! They make you feel comfortable and confident! The class is very informative and Doreen makes the best cookies ever for you to eat while there, you will get lunch as well in the 8 hr class. The range (Brown Bear) has a comfortable atmosphere, not some uppity snooty place... More

Had my CPL class there yesterday. Matt instructed the class and he is great! Doreen was awesome as well just a beautiful person! They make you feel comfortable and confident! The class is very informative and Doreen makes the best cookies ever for you to eat while there, you will get lunch as well in the 8 hr class. The range (Brown Bear) has a comfortable atmosphere, not some uppity snooty place. You have to hit 30/50 rounds on a target to pass (I believe from 12-15 feet). You do have to pay for your own ammo and they provide gun rentals if you do not own a firearm. I would highly recommend Detroit Arms to take your cpl/ccw class!! Less

Me and my Best friend Rachel took the class yesterday. We both loved it. Very knowledgeable on the Law. Matt and Doreen have the experience. Very professional and in-depth. And They LOVE the 2nd Amendment. This is just a start. We are going to continue our fire arms training. We will be Back! �