KJD Firearms Training, LLC 

* Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with me this past weekend.  I really enjoyed the training and it was very insightful.  Hopefully, I will have the opportunity to train with you sometime in the future. Fred (Sept. 2018) 

* "Just wanted to drop a quick note and thank you for being a fantastic instructor. Your course is a great value and I feel a must for any beginning reloaded. As I sat at my reloading bench last night for the first time since completing your class, I was confident that I could reload my own ammunition and address any issues which may arise. Thanks again for instructing a wonderful course." Andy (April, 2018) 

* It is in our culture that we call a teacher of certain knowledge or skill a "guru". It is a respected figure to a student as priceless experiential knowledge is transferred / imported. Many thanks for helping me discover a skill that you have already realized." Ravi (March, 2018)

* The course was fun and very informative, structured in a way which made learning enjoyable. Ken was a great instructor and I look forward to taking more courses with him. Frank (Feb. 2018)

* "I just wanted to drop you a quick email to thank you for making the NRA Basic Pistol Course both informative and enjoyable for me today. To be honest, I thought that I was going to be a little nervous with you at the range today but quite to the contrary. Your expert coaching skills actually instilled confidence in me and my shooting abilities. I would highly recommend you to any and all individuals looking to take any of your NRA courses." Cid (Feb. 2018)   

* Small, personal, good instruction, very experience training counselor, sincere concern for participants issues / queries. Rief (july 2017)

* Ken is an excellent instructor. The reloading class was very beneficial. Dave (July 2017)

* Ken is not only professional, friendly, and extremely knowledgable, he manages to make the serious subject matter fun and interesting. The classroom experience was interactive and beyond educational: you have a chance to learn the nuts and bolts and the reasoning behind the lessons. Of course, the range experience is what most come for and Ken does not disappoint. He is generous with his time and assets and the real-time experience cannot be duplicated. Ken manages to break down an intimidating subject into a readily learnable craft. THANK YOU KEN. Nick (Jan. 2017) 

* Thanks Ken!  You were a terrific instructor - your comprehensive knowledge and patience in sharing it with me made a huge difference in my learning and accuracy. Jason (Oct 2016) 

* Just wanted to thank you for yesterday, I learned a lot and had a great time. Can't wait to get out to the range and do it again. Look forward to doing some more instruction with you in the near future. Dan (Oct. 2016) 

* I believe Ken did a wonderful job in teaching us the rules and skills we need to properly handle our future pistol / firearms. David & Daniel (September, 2016)

*  Besides providing an excellent metallic reloading class, Ken provided hands-on help setting my .223 Remington dies in the Redding T7 Press. Each dies was inserted in the press and tested. Once the dies were working, we reloaded several rounds. He also demonstrated the Redding Instant Indicator -- a very valuable tool for reloading rifle ammo. Gary (Aug, 2016) --- Fired my first batch of 223 today. Flawless; Priceless. Gary (Aug, 2016) 

* Ken is an excellent instructor. As a training instructor, I hope to be as good as he is. Stacey (July, 2016) 

* Thank you for all of the time you spent with us. I learned a lot, it was a great experience. I will be contacting you again in the future. Ryan (June 2016)

* Ken is an excellent instructor. Al (May, 2016)

* I definitely made the right choice by choosing Ken as my metallic reloading instructor. He was very through, patient and had answers to all my questions. Very enjoyable course. Warren (May, 2016) 

* Tara and I just wanted to thank you again for a great class on Sat. We definitely are going to be taking additional training sessions in the near future and are interested in the Pistol Qualification program (Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program). Rob & Tara (May, 2016)   

* Thank you for a very informative class yesterday. I am very excited about reloading. Mike (April, 2016) 

* The NRA Basic Pistol course was fantastic. Ken did an amazing job making something that was foreign to me easy to understand. He gave me exactly what I was hoping for and was worth every penny. Eric (March 2016)

* Ken is an insightful and knowledgable firearms expert. I would highly recommend his class to anyone interested in rifle shooting. Jeff (March 2016)

* Ken DiStefano was an excellent instructor and pleasantly displayed his subject matter expertise throughout the entire course. My wife and I are eagerly looking forward to taking the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting course and other training programs offered by Ken in the future. Rob & Tara (Jan. 2016)

* I just wanted to drop you this short note to thank you for today’s training. Not only did I learn a lot from a great (and very patient) teacher, but I had a lot of fun doing it! Casey (Aug. 2015)

* The range firing was a great help, but nothing beat the easy to understand way Ken presented everything to me. Steve (July 2015)

* The course was just what I needed. Took the residual fear I had of owning a pistol and made me much more competent and comfortable with them. Vicky (July 2015)

* Most enjoyable day. Glad I found you.  Learned a lot and gained confidence in handling and shooting a handgun.  Jim (July 2015)

* Excellent class and instructor. George (July 2015)

* Ken DiStefano is a great instructor and I will be using him again for other firearms classes. Art (July 2015)

* This course was perfect for me as a beginner. Attending a class like this should be mandatory for people who have never handled a firearm before. Andy (July 2015)

* Thank you again for your excellent instruction! I would recommend you highly to anyone that might be considering lessons. EK (April 2015)

* The course was great!  I really enjoyed it and got a lot out of it. I’m also happy to serve as a reference.  Feel free to have prospects call or email. Tony (March 2015)

* Ken is VERY knowledgeable. His teaching style makes you comfortable (but not TOO comfortable - LOL). I had a great time learning a lot - more than just the parameters of the course (Range Safety Officer). I'll be seeing Ken again for more training. I would recommend him in a heartbeat. Vic (March 2015)

* Ken is a responsible, patient, exceptionally trained & knowledgable individual. I would highly recommend his course for either novice or expert levels. Daniel (Feb. 2015)

* Thank you for a fantastic day. I am thankful that I decided to join Michael in taking your course. You do a great job teaching and sharing all your knowledge and practical experience. You do so in a manner that allows us to form our own preferences and opinions while learning the recommended and concrete tactics and regulations. I'm glad that I took the course prior to purchasing because it allowed me to try a few different calibers and brands. I think that the .45 was my favorite but Mike and I also remarked on how we enjoyed the revolver. At any rate, it was a pleasure learning and spending a few cold hours with you at the range. I'll be sure to complete the eval and forward your info to anyone who may be interested. Brook (Jan. 2015)

* Yes thanks again for a great day and braving the cold with us. We both learned a lot and will recommend KJD Firearms Training to anyone looking to learn. I know we will be in touch Michael (Jan. 2015) 

* Ken is a knowledgable instructor. The course was well orlganized and well paced. Once I purchase a shotgun, I will be coming for more. Alex (Dec. 2014)

* Great Job! I enjoyed the class and will be back. Joel (Dec. 2014)

* The course was well worth the time and money. It improves your shooting skills, safety and your time at the range, and that improves the sport in general, also in the public eyes! (Kim. Nov. 2014)

* Today's training was tremendous. Thanks. You have helped tremendously during my brief career with firearms. After today I have another way to have fun at the range. If you ever need a testimonial I would be happy to provide it. Angelo (Oct. 2014) 

* Thanks, Ken. It was a great class.  We learned a lot about rifles and it was great to shoot 4 very different guns. Appreciate the thorough instruction and your encouraging demeanor. It made for a very good experience. Arlene & Derek (Oct. 2014)

* Excellent course. I learned alot and felt much more comfortable handling a pistol after the course. Thank you Ken! Ian & Chris (June 2014)

* The instructor was great, very engaging and knowledgable. The course covered what we wanted to learn and understand. Theresa & Drew (Jan. 2014)

* Ken was generous with information and interesting. He emphasized safety as well as the repetition of skills to hone them. Excellent +++ and highly recommended.  Mark (Dec. 2013)

* Very well organized and thorough class. Instructor's knowledge is superior. Diane (Oct. 2013)

* I traveled 4+ hours each way to take the NRA Basic Metallic Cartridge Reloading Course with Ken. The course was well worth the additional investment in time and travel cost. Ken is an excellent instructor who mixes actual reloading experience and theory in a way that keeps the class interesting and memorable. I went the extra distance to take his course because Ken uses currently available reloading equipment and reloaded the calibers that I needed experience with. This was definitely the best NRA course I’ve taken to date! Bob (Sept. 2013)

* Best shooting day ever. The class was excellent, The varied shooting experience was an exceptional trailing tool. Your willingness and ability to share you knowledge made this event well worth the price of admission. My next goal is to submit my paper work and start looking for "the right weapon". I look forward to additional training sessions. Randy (Aug, 2013)

* Both Jay & I thought you were a terrific instructor!  We learned a lot and had a good time at the range. Thanks for being so patient with us. Your course will be so helpful when we make our gun purchases. J & J (June, 2013)

* It was a great class and the perfect confidence booster I needed to assure I was headed in the right direction.  The proper grip, form and the practice drills was exactly what I was looking for.  Thanks again. Erich (May, 2013)

* Thank you very much for your instruction - we all had a great day and learned a lot. Amy (May, 2013)

* Thanks so much Ken!  I had a blast and learned a lot too.  I feel much better about handling my firearm and am excited to get back to the range soon. Kristen (April, 2013)

* I really enjoyed the Reloading class. I am looking forward to breaking in my equipment. Les (April, 2013)

* Thanks for the Pistol Training yesterday. The course was more than I expected it to be. The information that you provided and the hands on was Excellent!!!. You taught this old guy some great stuff and you answered every question and concern I had. Firing all those hand guns was a great opportunity to get a better idea of what I will purchase. You will see me again soon for some additional training. Gene (March 2013)

* Sending you an email to thank you for an enjoyable day. As I told you when we first spoke I need to get my understanding and skills working in a more organized way and you have helped me take a good first step. Thank you for a great day, good leaning, excellant conversation and the future discount. AL (March 2013)

* It was a pleasure being in your reloading class and am planning on enrolling in your NRA Pistol Training course. Thanks again for your teachings as I found them extremely informative and you were a pleasure to work with. Dan (Feb. 2013)

* We both enjoyed the class very much. We learned a lot more than what we expected and that is a good thing. We didn't know there was so much to just shooting a handgun. It was a wonderful experience and we look forward to taking that rifle class. Mayra (Feb. 2013)

* Thoroughly enjoyed myself yesterday.  Your instruction was exactly what I needed and felt very comfortable handling the firearms. Ed (Jan. 2013)

* Thanks, I had a GREAT time. Lynn (Jan. 2013) 

* Thanks for the great instruction I feel a lot more confident now.  Your style of teaching and professionalism is very much appriciated I learned a lot in a short amount of time.  Once the weather warms up a bit I will would like to have my wife attend as well. Greg (Jan. 2013) 

* Just got back from my two classes at KJD Firearms Training, LLC Sparta, NJ. Ken is the absolute BEST! I had a great time learning some new stuff, brushing up on some safety procedures and throwing some lead down range. It was totally worth the money and the 1.5 hr drive each way! I would strongly recommend Ken's classes for everyone from the first time shooter to someone with limited experience like myself. A+. Andy (Dec. 2012) 

* Thanks again for a great day of instruction. I learned so much. I have a good grasp between the different type of rifle actions, how to handle the rifle (position and form) and have a better understanding of the ammo used. I had a great time at the range. Sure is fun when you can hit the targets! As always, you are a great instructor and I am very comfortable when learning with you. You sure do have a gift for teaching. Liz (Nov. 2012) 

* Ken is a great instructor. Patient and explains things in an easy to understand method. Don (Nov. 2012)

* Thank you very much for an informative session. I am planning to pursue my pistol instructor certification next year. Mark (Nov. 2012)

* Thanks Ken for a very informative and enjoyable day.  I feel far more prepared to move forward with the purchase of my first handgun. Your suggestion to start with a .22 is probably good advice. Your patience was appreciated. Kevin (Nov. 2012)

* Thanks Ken. I enjoyed the class and appreciate all the help with my shooting. I appreciate using your guns as well to get a little more familiar with different types and calibers. I look forward to future classes and will certainly pass along your info to anyone else looking for instruction. Gary (Oct.2012)

* I thoroughly enjoyed yesterday. I learned a lot from both the safety instruction and the shooting. The training greatly exceeded my expectations on every level. Angelo (Oct. 2012)

* Jessie and I both enjoyed the class very much and it far exceeded our expectations.  The only reason we are making such excellent progress is because of your ability to instruct.  It is very easy to see, how this experience could have gone very differently if you were not there to guide us and explain things every step of the way. Harold & Jessie (Aug. 2012)

* I wanted to let you know that prior to taking your shotgun class, shotguns were my least favorite firearm to use. Now I love them! My shotgun sees regular use at the range. And it's seen more use in the past 5 months than it saw in the past 5 years! Thanks, Ken. Mike (July 2012)

* I wanted to thank you for a very informative class and overall fun day. Scott (June 2012)

* Thank you again for taking the time to instruct us in the safety and handling of hand guns. My expectations were met as far as training goes. Now once I am personally involved with a hand gun, I can apply the knowledge you taught me and be comfortable with handling. I appreciate your knowledge and expertise. SS (June 2012)

* Thank you so much for an amazing experience today. I learned a lot and have become so much more comfortable with handling and firing my gun. I came home from the range and disassembled, cleaned and reassembled my gun. I was so proud of myself. I thank you for that. Angela (May 2012)

* The class was fantastic; we had a great time and learned a lot. Chris (May 2012)

* Thanks Ken we had an awesome time today and really appreciated everything you did for us! Katie (May 2012)

* We learned a lot of useful info and had fun. I learned a lot of immediately valuable things that I will put towards purchasing my first handgun.Russ (May 2012)

* This course was awesome! I loved the fact that I got to try out many different calibers and develop a feel for the different amounts of recoil. Ken's an awesome instructor and helped me improve my precision. AK (April 2012)

* Thank you so much for an excellent class today. I can not get over how much I have learned in your classes. I know there is so much for metoknow butI am so pleased with my progress! You are a natural born trainer! Elizabeth (April 2012)

* Very informative material and time flew by so it was very interesting. It was good to feel and load gun (with snap caps) before going with live rounds. My wife and I will definitely schedule another class when we purchase our guns. T & N (March 2012)

* Thank you again for an interesting and informative class here at the Marbletown Sportsmen's Club - I really enjoyed it. CL (March 2012)

* We had a great time. We definitely want to take the shotgun class after we come back from vacation in April. We would also like to do pistol shooting with you after we get our permits. Karen & Brian (March 2012)

*I had a great time, and real enjoyed the class. As a result I'm considering a Remington 700 in .223. (still looking into scope options) I really enjoyed that caliber; this was the first time shooting it. Mike (March 2012)

* We learneda great deal from you yesterday and we feel that the class more than exceeded our expectations as we would not have been comfortable shooting and owning a hand gun without it. I will definately recommend your class to others as well. N & C (Feb. 2012)

* Thank you so much and yes the class exceeded our expectations and we also had a great time! We will keep you posted on our progress with our gun purchase. M & T (Jan. 2012)

* This was extremely helpful for me and Jj. Its a little nerve wrecking to start such a serious hobby. I feel much more comfortable now and he's really interested. I can see this is easily an addicted thing to get into. I'm very excited to plan more with this..thank you so much.. D& Son (Jan. 2012)

* It was a pleasure meeting you and your instruction was priceless!!! I learned more than expected and most of all, I really enjoyed myself. It was a great experience and money well worth spent! I especially liked shooting different calibers...Thank you so much for your guidance, knowledge and advice. I can now go out and shoot with my buddies with confidence. Theresa (Dec. 2011)

* We greatly enjoyed the class and range practice yesterday. To say that the class met our expectation would be an understatement, your class and range practice yesterday surpassed our expectation, its that clear. I would have no hesitation in recommending your classes to others. I am confident that we will be taking more courses with you. We actually felt a connection yesterday that we truly appreciated. Rob & Khanh (Nov. 2011)

*This company offers a comprehensive learning module/packet that is on point. The books, guides, and visual samples are explained in great detail. The sheer volume of data, samples,research, and Mr.Distefano's experiences will expand your range of firearm knowledge, hunting, safety issues and concerns along with firearm handling and history. He shows and demonstrates proper firearm handling in the classroom and again on the range, so you never fumble, rush, or become confused and breathless. Enough time is spent on the process of cleaning firearms, what stuff to use, and how to use the various brush sizes, and what personally works for him to get the greatest utility from the equipment. Ken is a professional, and calm which will help you learn. I highly recommend this company for all of your firearm instructions, and any future questions you may have after you complete the course-- you will walk away with range-practice locations which is excellent information so to have a safe place to shoot.This is a complete program of information and guidance, and for me, the whole session was indeed a totally awesome experience. Pat (Nov. 2011)

* Awesome class!! I took this class after I had purchased my first firearm, and I found this class online and Ken was extremely helpful. He was very informative and taught the material in a manner that I could understand. He taught me all the fundamentals from how to clean the entire firearm to how to adjust the scope to get the perfect shot. Thanks again Ken!! Anyone looking to learn about firearms and how to handle them Ken is the guy to go to! Doug (Oct, 2011)

* Our First Steps Shotgun Orientation turned out to be all we hoped for and more. It was an invaluable introduction for first-time shooters like us. The live shooting was exhilarating! An awesome experience all around! Thanks again. Tom (Sept. 2011)

* Ken's class on metallic cartridgereloading was perfect. I've have always wanted to get started reloading my own ammo. Whatever reading that I did on the subject always left me with more questions than when I started. After Ken's class I feel very confident in going forward with my new hobby. Thanks Ken. Greg (Sept. 2011)

* I have been shooting for several years nowbut I learned a tremendous amount from Ken's class. He presented topics at a level I could easily understand and tailored the class to my interests and needs. He made me feel very comfortable and relaxed and I gained a lot of confidence in my shooting. He emphasized safety while offering tidbits that really helped me improve my aim drastically! I appreciated that opportunity to try shooting a variety of pistols as well. Thanks Ken! I am looking forward to taking some of your other classes in the future and have already recommended you to a friend!Qwerty (Sept. 2011)

*Ian & I thank you for the excellent training and insight you provided to us on Saturday. We really enjoyed it, and feel confident we have the basic knowledge necessary to practice safe shooting. Jack (Aug. 2011)

*Many thanks for your time, experience and guidance today. It was much appreciated. Your class was exactly what I expected and more. Your personal touch made me feel at ease in what for me, as a first time handgun shooter, was quite a stressful situation. I will certainly recommend your services to my friends and colleagues. Paul (July 2011)

* Ken's classes were extremely informative;I learned a great deal in a very short time. The small class sizes are a plus; in both of the classes I took with Ken, I and my brother were the only ones there. Thanks to this, I was able to ask all my questions, and came out much more comfortable in the use of firearms. If you're looking for a firearms trainer, go to Ken!Daniel (July 2011)

*WONDERFUL class!!I had never held a handgun before and was intimidated, but by the end of the day with Ken I felt comfortable and confident. Ken explained everything in great detail. The morning was so helpful in preparing for the range in the afternoon. I highly recommend Ken's professional expertise to anyone!Debby (July 2011)

* As an avid precision shooter, outdoorsportsman, and law enforcement officer I intended to further my knowledge of reloading and wasn't intimidated by the one on one classroom setting. Ken is personable and well learned in his chosen field of study. The class offerings are NRA certified and included reloading pistol and rifle cartridges, emphasis on hands on training. The course is lengthy but well designed so that you will be capable of reloading safely. I would highly recommend this course to any law abiding person interested in safely producing quality ammunition. Richard (June 2011)

* I believe that Ken did a tremendous amount of pre-plannning to customize the reloading course for the ammo I shoot & for the outfit I was considering. This was an outstanding program. I would not hesitate to take another course with Ken. Marshall (June 2011)

* I wanted my son to learn to shoot, but I didn't want to just grab a gun and hope for the best. Iwanted someone that could provide clear, thorough instruction, emphasizing safety and fundamentals. I found it with Ken. Both my son and I enjoyed ourselves with Ken in the classroom and on the range. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend his courseto others. Mark (June 2011)

* Thank you very much for the great class. I definately enjoyed learning all the handgun basics and had a fun time at the range.I am excited to learnmore and practice. Mike (May 2011)

* Thanks again for the class, learned a lot and the experience of shooting your different pistols was great. I would like to take basic rifle with you sometime next month.Ray (May 2011).

* Thanks Ken. I think you created a monster. I'm trying to get a group together to go back up to Thunder Mtn. Again, thanks so much. Both of us appreciate it. Charlie & Barbara (April 2011).

* Thanks again for your thoughtful and patient instruction, Ken. We all had a terrific time, and Jack andI are looking forward to continuing the lessons. John (April 2011).

* I also enjoyed my day and learned some new things along the way. I appreciate the time you took, and the variety of firearms you brought with you for a unique hands on experience. You certainly get my Good Housekeeping Seal of approval and hope I get the chance to recommend you to my friends. Bob (April 2011)

* It was a pleasure meeting you today. Wanted to thank you again for the class, lunch and the training on the range. I found it very valuable and was exactly what I was looking for to getting started and feeling competent in handling a firearm. Val (April 2011)

*Hi Ken, I wanted to say thank you very very much. Your tutelagewas excellent and I know I will retain every detail you instilled in me.Ashantii (March 2011)

* The course definitely met my expectations. I feel much more comfortable working with my gun, and now I have a reference point for improvement.Jane (March 2011)

* Thank you Ken, I learned allot during the course especially your tips on the proper form, and hand placement, especially keeping my chin up! I especially enjoyed handling your chosen handguns which gave me a better perspective on the different manufacturer's styles.Mark (March 2011)

* Ken, the course met all of my expectations. I enjoyed the entire day and learned a lot. Thanks for letting me fire your guns at the range. Bob (March 2011)

* I learned a lot yesterday and the training definitely met my expectations.Eric (Feb. 2011).

*For the first time I in my life I took the Basic NRA Pistol shooting course. Ken DiStefano is a local NRA instructor near me, so I contacted him. He is a very excellent instructor and I enjoyed the course very much. Im left handed and right eye dominate and Ken was still able to help me correct the unorthodox errors I was making. I came away from this course with a great deal of new knowledge from Ken and my shooting has improved since taking to course. Thank you again Ken. Excellent Job.Ben (Feb. 2011)

* Thanks so much for teaching us! We had a great time and will be sure to recommend you to friends who are interested.Lana & Dmitry (Jan 2011)

* Ken,Thank you! I had fun while learning a new skill for my trade. Sean (Jan 2011)

* I had a ball today and can't wait to get to the range to do some more shooting. I learned alot from you and got a great understanding from the course.Raffi (Jan 2011)

* Learned a lot more than I expected out of a basic pistol class. Thanks Ken! Howard (Jan 2011)

* Ken teaches a very thorough and informativeclass in a very friendly atmosphere. During the class portion of the curriculum, Ken combined course material with practical exercises to build a rich learning environment and enhance knowledge retention. During the range portion of the curriculum, Ken helped us through stance, aiming, grip, and expectations of accuracy and recoil of each firearm. As a beginner, I had tons of questions about selection, purchase, transport, and safety, and Ken patiently and thoroughly answered each one. Kai (Dec 2010)

* I also enjoyed the class andhospitality from your wife as well as you.
I felt the class was very valuable and apreciate the attention provided to Aaron and Julie (also Alia). Your approach to safety have converted Julie to such a point that she may take up the hobby!. This makes my life easier and I truly appreciate it. That was a very large accomplishment.Thank you again for sharing your knowledge and sending us in a very safe good start. Gerard (Nov. 2010)

*The class met my expectations.I liked the balance of classroom and lab.Again, thank you for the class.I feelalot more confidentreloading now than before. Doug (Nov. 2010)

* I enjoyed the day very much and think you did a fine job with the
instruction.Rob (Nov. 2010)

* I had a great time at the class.I felt very comfortable. Theinformation was very informative and the range time gave me a new excitement for shooting. Perry (Oct. 2010)

* Thank you ken,I learned alot. - Dan (Oct. 2010)

* It was great. Learned a lot. Thanks - Stephen & Nicole (Oct. 2010)

* Great course, thanks for everything! - John (Sept. 2010)

* We enjoyed it too. The next session, home defense and gun maintenance. thanks - Mike & Sylvia (Sept. 2010)

* Thank you Ken!!!! - Greg & Sergio (Aug. 2010)

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