AK training options

[gesundheit]

I was planning on taking AK training class with Paul Gomez. Unfortunately Paul passed away at a young age before I could get off my *** and take his class.

What other good options do we have in California for a class from good instructors?

[RuggedJay]

Why dont you learn the AK from someone who actually carried it as their primary weapon for most of their career.





^^^That last video has alot if muzzle sweeping going on. More than I would feel comforable with. Maybe Russian small arms safety doctrine is a little diffrrent.

[gesundheit]

I don't think Sonny Puzikas is leading any training classes these days.

[MossbergMan]

Check Suarez International's website. Gabe is the guy for AK specific training. You know that when the freakin' Russian's hire you to teach them AK techniques, you have good reputation.
I took his Extreme AK class a couple of years ago in NV. It's like no other firearm training you'll ever get. You will know your gun and how to fight with it by the end of the class.
Note:
Most of Gabe's classes are not for begining shooter. You can be new to the weapon's system but not new to shooting. Your class will ramp up quickly and move along subject to subject. Your basic shooting/safety skills need to be intact otherwise you'll be frustrated trying to keep up with the rest of the class. Not recommended if this is your first formal training venue. I knew how my AK worked when I went in and I had learned how to fight with it when I left. If offered I recommend the AK Armorer class as part of your AK training package. Jim Fuller (and crew) at Rifle Dynamics do a great job for Gabe.

[Caseless]

I was planning on taking AK training class with Paul Gomez. Unfortunately Paul passed away at a young age before I could get off my *** and take his class.

What other good options do we have in California for a class from good instructors?

If you are already proficient with long guns but have zero familiarity with the AK platform, then watch these two DVDs three times and practice.
The Fundamental Kalashnikov DVD
Kalashnikov Rifle Gunfighting DVD

Afterwards, take a carbine class from any reputable trainer. They always have some valuable info to share regardless of the rifle you use in the class.

[acegunnr]

Although in Nevada, this is looks like a good class taught by some great instructors.

Carbine & AK Combination Course – AUG 18 2012

Carbine & AK Combination Course – Fernley, NV – AUG 18, 2012
Instructors: Tony Mayer & Yancey Harrington

$160.00

http://www.paladinprotraining.com/wp/?page_id=500

[gesundheit]

Thanks Larry, Caseless and acegunner.

[Roecar]

Falcon Ops Group started offering AK classes. They shoot at Prado Olympic Shooting Park.
I used my AK at one of their AR classes and one of their instructors, Anson Beck took the time to show my some techniques that helped a lot in weapon manipulation and weapon mastery.

I highly recommend their class. It's also extremely affordable.

[badduggy]

travis haley has an upcoming 3 day class near san jose. also check lms defense.

[beanz2]

AK specific Class - Castro Valley on Sept 7th, 2012

Josh Jackson from LMS Defense is holding an AK specific class at Chabot Gun Club on Friday Sept 7th. Click here for the link.

Cost $200 per person. From the number of students signed up, this class looks like it will have a high instructor-to-student ratio.

[gesundheit]

Thanks beanz2. I wish they had scheduled the class on a weekend.

[beanz2]

Thanks beanz2. I wish they had scheduled the class on a weekend.

I took the day off from work just for this class. LOL

LMS Defense also has an Intermediate Carbine class this Sunday, but it is not AK specific.

[gesundheit]

Thanks.

[va_dinger]

A little birdie just told me Larry Vickers is teaching an AK class in SoCal 2013.

[gesundheit]

A little birdie just told me Larry Vickers is teaching an AK class in SoCal 2013.

Awesome!