Security & Firearms Training Academy

I just recently went through my Advanced Security Guard Training Course with SAFTA and I am very happy with the course. All of the instructors were knowledgeable and helpful but one in particular I want to mention because of some of the reviews that I have read about them. Gunny is an amazing instructor. He is very knowledgeable and straightforward. When I was having some trouble with firearms he helped me and went over things with me to make sure I was prepared for my gun qual. I truly and wholeheartedly believe that they are the best at what they do. I would and do recommend them to anyone who plans to join this industry as well as anyone who is just looking for refresher courses.

SHORT VERSION:PROS: KNOWLEDGEABLE and INFORMATIVE CONS: UNPROFESSIONAL and RUDELONG VERSION:Most of the staff I met were very informative and a pleasure to speak with. One staff member, my lead instructor, Steve caballero was perhaps one of the smartest people I've ever met. In my opinion, I don't think he should be teaching a class. "Gunny", as he likes to be called, has a short temper and will look for any excuse to yell at or berate a student that walks in there. Even if he gets confused about students' questions or concerns he gets very frustrated. Not very becoming of a teacher. Again, very knowledgeable but doesn't belong in a classroom. Gunny will demand respect and not give any. If you can't give any or be quiet, you will be thrown out. Also students shouldn't be allowed to show up in costumes as it can be very distracting for the class. This all boils down to a very knowledgeable and informative classroom environment with an extreme lack of professionalism and respect for students. This is a fairly good school, but there are better ones out there.

Do not support this business. The instructor Marty is completely unprofessional and rude. I walked out after he was rude to some of the other people attending the class. I am happy I did not pay for the class ahead of time. As much as I wanted my gun license, I was not going to pay $200 for unprofessionalism. Three others walked out of the class as well. I found another company in Sacramento extremely professional right down the street. I am posting this on all social media pages and sharing this to everyone. They're not even accredited by the better Business bureau.

Possibly the best customer service I've ever dealt with. They will literally guide you and help you with every little question you have within the security process. Davis and Robert were extremely helpful and was always there to train the class properly. Gunner, well...Gunner is Gunner- take it or leave it lol. But in all honesty, if you can handle and go through his classes with respect and determination, you will see that he is the best instructor you can ever have within the Security Field. Extremely knowledgeable, dedicated, humble, with a slight bit of anger (which makes the class fun).All in all, I think if you want quality teaching, SAFTA is 100% the best place to go to. They give only quality service and quality knowledge within the Security Field. One improvement would be to have better chairs and equipment.

Great program! Highly recommended. My lead instructor is a retired USMC Gunny. So if your ego is easily bruised...just check it at the door. Eyes open, mouth shut, follow his instructions and you'll do great and learn what you're there for.Friendly, professional staff. They're there for you every step of the way, including job placement! Do not hesitate.Federico T

I use these these guys for my exposed weapon requal. They are great people. Every single one of them know their stuff. I seriously recommend them. Never one issue.

Why I recommend SAFTA: First and foremost is their professionalism. Their training is second to none. Utilizing real world experience coupled with an in-depth knowledge of the law they bypass the fluff and deliver a training curriculum that will prepare you for all eventualities. Second, their commitment and dedication to providing the highest level of customer service to their students. This exceptional support is what distinguishes them from the bunch . Providing guidance, assistance, and supporting the Guard community with their expertise and knowledge beyond the classroom and into your career they demonstrate the true meaning of professionalism and dedication to service!

Today on tuesday 2/4/2025 my uncle was discriminated against and personally insulted at their facility by a trainer. My uncle spoke to the trainer the day prior (monday) and gave him an advance notice about his religious observation of 5 daily prayers. He told him he may need to step outside for a few minutes and will be back promptly, to which the trainer agreed. However, today when my uncle asked to step outside to pray, the condescending trainer gave him pushback and ridiculed him by saying "what would you do if you were a surgeon during surgery" to which my uncle responded that this would be a different case as saving someone's life would be an act of worship it self. This really hit the trainers racist nerves and he shouted at my uncle to "go do whatever Bull**it it is that you need to do". Forget UNPROFESSIONAL, this is downright DISCRIMINATORY and INSULTING behavior. If they had an issue with him stepping outside during prayer time then they should have confirmed with him the day prior during their conversation instead of creating a scene and insulting him during class hours.I don't know if management is lax about discrimination and enable their trainers to behave like this and/or if the trainer himself was one of the owners. Either way, my uncle stood up for himself by filing a police complaint immediately on site and I am proud of him for doing so.

Steve Caballero is probably the most well-trained, well-educated, zero-bullshit, straight-to-the-point, clear-cut, conscise firearms and baton trainer in the entire state of California. I cannot speak for his other classes as I have only attended those two, but Steve was able to take individuals who had never fired a gun or held a baton and teach them all the major safety points, as well as take them through comprehensive simulations to understand use of force, in a matter of 8 hours. His masters in Vocational Education certainly shone bright in these classroom settings. I have sent every guard desiring to advance their career over to SAFTA and told them to specifically ask for Steve. He gets the job done, period. When it comes to security and law enforcement, he's the guy you need. To the people leaving comments about "unprofessional or rude," I'm sorry you're soft. This is not an industry for people who can not take blunt answers and have their opinions or statements scrutinized. When you are dealing with firearms or other weapons, it is a very serious matter - they take it very seriously for that reason. If any of the instructors, especially Steve, was "rude" to you, you were likely in the process of making an egregious error or goofing off. In the classroom, that may get you a scolding. If you did it in the real world, with a gun, it would get you a jail cell. It is better to be scolded now than to be arrested later.Oh, and Davis is an old friend of mine. He can rap. That's pretty cool, too. Miss ya bud!

Great service, and great people over at SAFTA. They've helped me a lot on several different occasions.