About Greg Gedese

Owner, Greg Gedese is a certified NRA instructor and California Department of Justice Certified Instructor. He also served in the United States Marine Corps for four years as a Reconnaissance Marine with 1st Recon Battalion. During his enlistment he was deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. As a certified NRA range safety officer, he is charged with ensuring range operations are running smoothly and the rules of safety are upheld.

Gedese has helped senior citizens, victims of domestic violence, and individuals with physical disabilities. He prides himself with making any student (with a positive attitude) comfortable with a firearm.

Greg Gedese's passion to start Good To Go Gun Training was sparked out of the need to create his own standard for quality firearms training and a desire to help out in his community. As the industry continues to evolve, so does Gedese. Different types of firearms and their fundamentals are an aspect he finds exciting and alluring. Despite his years of experience, there is always an opportunity to learn more and progress, bringing more value to his company and an opportunity to instill more confidence in his clients.


The ultimate satisfaction comes from seeing clients accomplish something amazing while watching their progression on the range. Clients often mistakenly assume they face an impossible challenge on the range, yet eventually through training overcome a daunting task with confidence. Gedese’s goal is to take a class from a student who one day surpasses his skill level.

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FAQs

  • Can I learn to shoot if I don't own a gun?

    Good To Go Gun Training will assist the client with a rental firearm through a designated shooting facility.

  • Should I learn to shoot if I don't own a gun?

    Good To Go Gun Training provides training to anyone with a good attitude.  Everyone should know how to identify and operate a firearm.  Safety and education is key when operating a firearm.

  • What ages do you teach?

    The minimum age is 12.  Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

  • Who teaches the classes?

    Only the owner and founder of Good To Go Gun Training, instructor Greg Gedese teaches the classes.

  • How many students are typically enrolled in the group classes?

    Generally, about 10 to 12 students will be enrolled in a class. However, there is a maximum of 20 students per course.

  • Why should I learn how to fire a weapon?

    It is an important skill to be knowledgeable about. Shooting a gun properly and accurately helps build self-confidence.  It also teaches responsibility and discipline.

  • How do you determine which level class a student should take?

    There are several steps Good To Go Gun Training uses to assess a student's skill level including their goal, knowledge of a firearm, and confidence with using a firearm.

  • What type of guns do you use in your class?

    Good To Go Gun Training teaches hangun, rifle and shotgun.

  • What are the requirements for taking a class?

    At Good To Go Gun Training, it is required for clients to have at least 1 hour of time and a positive mental attitude.

  • Do you spend time in the classroom and on the range?

    Yes, some of the classes are designed for in-classroom instruction while others only work directly on the shooting range.