This CCW class is our two-day, 16 hour, premium course which teaches the skills necessary to safely carry a concealed firearm in public.  This course includes live-fire range training.  

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More information regarding applying for a CCW can be seen on our CCW Initial page.

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Servicing applicants from the following jurisdictions:

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Amador SO

Calaveras SO

Campbell PD

Central Marin PD

Concord PD

Contra Costa SO

El Dorado SO

Los Gatos PD

Marin SO

Monterey SO

Napa PD

Napa SO

Nevada Co. SO

Novato PD

Placer SO

Pleasant Hill PD

San Ramon PD

Sacramento SO

San Francisco PD*

San Joaquin SO

San Mateo SO*

Santa Clara SO*

Solano SO*

Sonoma SO*

Tiburon PD

Yolo SO

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Day One of this two day class, takes place in a comfortable air conditioned indoor classroom.  Students learn the legal considerations for carrying a concealed handgun, including a comprehensive look into the laws regarding the use of lethal force, civil and criminal liability, carry restrictions and more.  Students will receive a copy of "California Gun Laws". 

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Day Two of this two-day class is detailed coursework on safe firearms handling, and shooting from the holster.  Students learn to safely present the handgun from the holster, perform emergency reloads, clear malfunctions, address threats to the side and rear, how to apply the fundamentals of shooting to result in accurate fire, and more.

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Please remember the California CCW permit is specific to the exact gun(s) you wish to carry.  The Make, Model, Caliber and Serial Number of each gun will be listed on your permit.  These are the only guns you are allowed to carry.  Additionally, the gun(s) must be registered in your name with the State of California prior to applying and putting them on your application.

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As an added bonus, these classes include the approved training for the non-resident Utah, Arizona, Florida and Virginia permits at no additional charge.  Each of these permits are recognized in 33 states outside of California.  You do not need to apply at all 33 states.  For example, the Utah permit alone is valid in 32 states outside of California.  These non-resident ccw permits allow you to carry any gun you legally own and are not specific to any particular gun.  Carry confidently in the following states:

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Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming

 

Applications and mailing envelopes for Utah and Arizona are provided at class.  Applications for Florida and Virginia can be found by clicking on these blue hyperlinks.  The Utah, Arizona, and Virginia non-resident permits are valid for five years, and the Florida permit is valid for seven years.  There is an application fee, paid to the respective issuing state, at the time of application.  They are value priced at $62.25 for Utah, $60 for Arizona, $100 for Virginia and $97 for Florida.

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Fingerprinting services for the Utah and Arizona permits are available at the class for a modest fee of $35 per card or 3 for $100.  If you want both Utah (needs 1 card) and Arizona (needs 2 cards), you will need to bring $100 cash.

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Please remember only the California CCW permit is specific to the exact gun(s) you wish to carry.  The Make, Model, Caliber and Serial Number of each gun will be listed on your permit.  These are the only guns you are allowed to carry.  Additionally, the gun(s) must be registered in your name with the State of California prior to applying and putting them on your application.

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* Please note that the San Francisco PD, San Mateo SO, Santa Clara SO, Solano SO and the Sonoma SO require you apply and get approved by them prior to enrolling in the training class.

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MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

(Student must bring all items listed to class on Day One for our mandatory Gear Check)

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• Valid California DMV issued Driver's License or ID card.

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• Handgun(s) - Revolver or semiautomatic (full-size or compact).  You will need one main training gun, and you must bring all guns with you to both days of class that you want to put on your permit.  There is no additional charge for qualifying with multiple guns.  The State of California requires that the guns you list on your permit be registered to you with the State.  Depending on the issuing agency, there may be restrictions on gun type, modifications, and/or optics.  Please review the issuing agencies requirements as shown on their website.  For contact information on your issuing authority, please visit our CCW Initial page or call Denise at 408-687-3791.

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• Strong side outside-the-waistband KYDEX belt holster (no cordura nylon or leather).  We do not allow Blackhawk Serpa holsters. 

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• We highly recommend and allow  Blade-tech OWB Kydex holsters

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• Twin magazine belt carrier (Kydex with open top), or speed loader pouch.

 

• Quality gun belt that fits holster loops and your pant's belt loops snugly.  Pants must have belt loops.  We recommend pants like First Tactical or 511 Tactical or their equivalent.  Thigh pockets can hold extra magazines and ammo.

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• Three magazines or one speed-loader (if revolver) for main training gun.  Additional guns will need at least one extra magazine or speedloader.

• Ammunition - 150 rounds for main training gun, plus an additional 50 rounds for each additional gun you wish to shoot for qualification testing.  

• Wrap-around eye and electronic hearing protection.  

We recommend Howard Leight or Walkers amplified headphones.

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• Notepad and pen (black ink)

• Baseball cap or visor and sunscreen

• Sack lunch and personal hydration both days

• Closed toe shoes

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• Note:  No low cut necklines please.  We don't want hot brass down our shirt.
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You must bring ALL guns and equipment shown above to class on the first day (Tuesday).  Please do not bring any ammunition into the classroom.  LEAVE AMMO IN VEHICLE TRUNK
 
This is a limited seating course.  Enrollment requires preregistration and prepayment of course fee to book a slot.  See our Refund Policy.

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For more information, please call Denise at 408-687-3791.

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