Anyone can teach you to shoot, but at Artemis, we make Thinkers Before Shooters.
About ADI
Artemis Defense Institute (ADI) is Orange County & Los Angeles County's premiere CCW training facility and a unique firearm training facility, blending live-fire training with state-of-the-art indoor video simulations & virtual reality. In the training lab, we offer a comprehensive, expert-driven defensive shooting curriculum fueled by highly qualified staff from law enforcement, military, and civilian backgrounds.
Our curriculum goes far beyond mastering shooting fundamentals - we help you train your brain to react effectively in the face of a threat. This includes drilling tactical skills far into your muscle memory as well as honing your situational awareness skills, all the while educating you about current firearms law. Whether you are a beginner or advanced shooter, ADI will help you become and remain able to defend yourself and your loved ones responsibly.
PRESS RELEASE: John “TIG” Tiegen is coming to Artemis Defense Institute – May 19, 2022
LAKE FOREST, CA May 4, 2022
“Remember our Heroes” will be presented at Artemis Defense Institute on Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 7PM-9PM. Join us as we host speaker John “TIG” Tiegen, a member of the CIA contracting team that held the Benghazi attackers at bay on September 11, 2012 as depicted in the Michael Bay‘s movie 13 Hours. The evening will be a fundraiser with all proceeds benefiting the United American Defense Force (UADF), an organization committed to restrengthening communities while partnering with anti-human trafficking organizations to combat modern-day slavery…[READ MORE]
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NYRPA v BRUEN
The Supreme Court of the United States just released the 135-page decision on NYRPA. It appears to be a BIG win for us!
Law partners LTC Cosmo Taormina and CPT Steven Lieberman with be gathering around the campfire to discuss and answer questions via Zoom. We hope you all join us.
Wednesday, June 29th, 2022
7:30 – 8:30 pm PST
The Supreme Court of the United States just released the 135-page decision on NYRPA. It appears to be a BIG win for us!
Law partners LTC Cosmo Taormina and CPT Steven Lieberman with be gathering around the campfire to discuss and answer questions via Zoom. We hope you all join us.
Wednesday, June 29th, 2022
7:30 – 8:30 pm PST

New to firearms or considering buying your first one?

You are not alone! The number of new gun owners is staggering. California firearms laws are convoluted and confusing. Knowing how to navigate the regulatory process is the first step in firearms ownership.
Also, know that there are no firearm “accidents” – there is only firearm negligence. It is imperative to know, understand, and internalize the four firearm safety rules through frequent, consistent, and constant training. To get started, watch our New Gun Owners Video Series made just for you.
For anyone looking for legal advice regarding gun-ownership and other general questions, we hold a weekly Office Hours with the Co-Owner & Use-Of-Force Attorney Steven Lieberman that is completely free of charge.
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“If you want to learn how to shoot in a real-world environment this is the place to be. No other place offers something this amazing. I would highly suggest going here if you want to learn how to shoot or if you want to hone your skills. They are like personal trainers for your marksmanship and situational awareness.”