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Firearms instructors in California
- Beginner class length
- 4 hoursmedian of 87 classes; the same as the national 4 hours
- Beginner class price
- $175median of 69 classes; $50 more than the national $125
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Firearms instructors in California
Showing 201–300 of 407 firearms instructors in California.
New to classes? How long a first class takes and what it costs
| Instructor or school | Course subjects | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Kings Gun Center Also: shooting range, gun shop, ammo retailer | First Shots120 min | Not listed |
| Kiwi's Custom Guns Also: shooting range, gun shop, gunsmith | Not listed | Not listed |
| Konocti Rod & Gun Club Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Kravgirl Tactics | Not listed | Not listed |
| KW Defense Also: shooting range, gun shop, gunsmith | CCW RenewalCCW TrainingLow Light Firearms Training 5 more coursesGirls with GunsBasic Handgun EssentialsKids of KW DefenseAdvanced Holster TrainingDynamic Pistol | Not listed |
| KYSMET SERVICES INC Also: gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| L.A. Progressive Shooters Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| L.A. Progressive Shooters | Not listed | Not listed |
| L&L Firearms Training, LLC Also: gun shop, ammo retailer | Ladies’ CCW Range Training240 min | Not listed |
| Lagomarsino's Firearms Institute | Not listed | Not listed |
| Laguna Shooting Center Also: shooting range, gun shop, ammo retailer | Online CCW Training | Not listed |
| LAX Ammo Los Angeles Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| LAX Ammunition Los Angeles Also: shooting range, gun shop, gunsmith, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Legacy Firearms Academy | Pistol III: Holster Skills & Performance240 minInstructor-Led Pistol WorkshopDefensive Pistol I: Essential Skills240 min 7 more coursesFundamental Rifle Course120 minPistol II: Reloads & Malfunctions120 minCA Firearm Safety & FSC Exam120 minPistol Skill Builder: Fundamentals, Rapid Fire & Dynamic Shooting Practice180 minPistol I: Fundamentals120 minShotgun 101: Platform Experiences & Fundamentals120 minDefensive Gunfighter Program – Pistol Level 1480 min | $199Pistol III: Holster Skills & Performance · CCW, defensive, competition or advanced training students · Shooters ready to move beyond static shooting · In person |
| Lemon Grove Rod & Gun Club Also: shooting range | CCW Skills Clinic360 minPepper Spray (OC Spray) / Less Lethal Seminar180 minDefensive Handgun Clinic240 min | $5Defensive Handgun Clinic · Member-accompanied guests 11 years and older · Members ($5 match fee) · Non-members ($20 daily membership fee + $5 match fee) · In person |
| Liberty Firearms Training Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Liberty Firearms Training Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Lincoln Rifle Club & Junior Division Also: shooting range | Combat Action Pistol Match (CAP)Junior Division Shooting ProgramTrap Match 1 more courseCivilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Match | Not listed |
| Lindahl Holsters Also: gun shop | San Bernardino County CCW Initial CourseSan Bernardino County CCW Renewal CourseRiverside County CCW Initial Course 1 more courseRiverside County CCW Renewal Course | Not listed |
| Linden Gun Range Also: shooting range, gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Lioness Tactics Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Livermore Pleasanton Rod & Gun Club Also: shooting range | California Hunter Education — Home Study Follow-Up Class240 min | Not listed |
| Los Angeles Firearms Also: gun shop, gunsmith, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Los Angeles Rifle & Revolver Club Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Lucerne Valley Lions Club Also: shooting range | NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home1,440 minNRA Basics of Pistol ShootingNRA Certified Range Safety Officer480 min 4 more coursesWomen on TargetNRA Personal Protection in the HomeHunter Education240 minPrivate Firearms Instruction, by the hour | $25Private Firearms Instruction, by the hour · Individual students booking 1 to 4 hour blocks · In person |
| Madera Firearms Also: gun shop, gunsmith | Not listed | Not listed |
| Madera Firearms Also: gun shop, gunsmith | Not listed | Not listed |
| MAGNA Training Products Also: gunsmith | Gun Proficiency - Range NightNRA Pistol ClassAdvanced CCW Clinic 5 more coursesDefensive ShotgunSpecial Session - PRIVATEIntroduction to Firearms - PistolNRA - Orange County Certified CCW ClassRANGE TIME | $30RANGE TIME · In person |
| Magnum Range Also: shooting range, gunsmith | Members Holster Class40 minFirearm Basic Safety Training45 minZero In Match300 min 2 more coursesFree Firearm Safety Class60 minWomen's Pistol Fundamentals Class120 min | $35Members Holster Class · Magnum Range Members · In person |
| Manzano Munitions Also: gun shop | RDS Handgun IntroHandguns / Low LightRDS Handgun Advanced 5 more coursesRifle EficiencyPrivate Lessons / Handguns & RiflesPrivate Lessons / HandgunsOPEN RANGE DAYShotgun Efficiency | $250Handguns / Low Light · Intermediate/advanced level shooters · In person |
| MarishiTen LLC | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mark Jeter Also: shooting range, gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Marshall Security Training Academy & Range Also: shooting range, gun shop, ammo retailer | Firearm Requalification120 min | Not listed |
| Martinez Gun Club Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| MAYA Archers, Inc. Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| MAYS GUN SHOP Also: gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mclaren Defense | Home Defense Strategies & Use of Lethal Force8HR CA CCW Renewal Class480 min4hr Basic Pistol240 min 7 more coursesHome Defense PistolCalifornia CCW Add a Gun ClassCCW Skill Builder180 min16HR CA CCW Initial Class Day 1960 min16HR CA CCW Initial Class Day 2960 minPractical Pistol / Holster WorkshopCalifornia CCW 8 Hr Initial480 min | Not listed |
| Medic Up Consulting LLC | CCW Gun Add On/ Modify SATURDAY or SUNDAY- LASD, LAPD, SBSD, RSO & Surrounding Cities, CCW Training30 min16-Hour California CCW Initial Training | LASD, LAPD & SoCal960 min8-Hour California CCW Renewal Training | LASD, LAPD & SoCal480 min 4 more coursesSunday 4 Hour Basic Pistol Course240 minUtah Non-Resident CCW Permit Class | Los Angeles, CA270 minPractical Pistol CCW Course360 minNight Pistol Training Course – Low Light / No Light Engagements480 min | Not listed |
| Mendo CCW | NEW CCW COURSE960 min | $240NEW CCW COURSE · NEW CCW applicants · Residents of Mendocino, Sonoma or Lake Counties (for qualification certificate and permit application) · In person |
| Michael Petrasso | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mike Raahauge Shooting Enterprises Also: shooting range, gun shop, gunsmith, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Miladi Defense | CCW Certification960 minFundamental Handgun Training240 minBasic Shooting Training Level 2240 min 3 more coursesCCW Renewal480 minCCW Modification120 minBasic Shooting Training Level 1240 min | $70CCW Modification · In person |
| Millennia Defense | Stop the Bleed | $150Stop the Bleed · Individuals and groups seeking emergency medical training · In person |
| MOODY ARMORY LLC Also: gun shop, gunsmith | Not listed | Not listed |
| Morris Levin & Son Also: gun shop, gunsmith | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mother Lode Gun Club Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| MSP Firearms Also: gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Mustang Firearms & Sporting Goods Also: gun shop, gunsmith | USCCA Countering The Mass Shooter (CTMS)Home Firearm SafetyNRA Basics Of Rifle Shooting 17 more coursesNRA CCWUSCCA Emergency First Aid FundamentalsConcealed Carry Weapon Permit CourseNRA Basics Of Shotgun ShootingDefensive Pistol SkillsNRA FIRST STEPS RifleNRA FIRST Steps PistolUSCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense (CCHD)NRA Basics of Pistol ShootingHunter Education – Traditional and On-line CoursesNRA Defensive PistolNRA Personal Protection In The Home (PPITH)Refuse To Be A Victim (RTBAV)NRA Personal Protection Outside The Home (PPOTH)Women's Intro to HandgunCalifornia Bowhunter Education ClassNRA FIRST STEPS Shotgun | Not listed |
| MV Tactical & Firearms Training Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| NANPOR Security Academy & Services | Not listed | Not listed |
| Nationwide CCW | LAPD LASD CCW RENEWAL COURSEPrivate Range RentalWeekend CCW Training for LAPD, LASD CCW| Los Angeles County 10 more coursesPersonalized Firearms Training1-on-1 Private CCWCCW 101Los Angeles Sheriff CCW Training | LASD ApprovedCCW AmendmentBasic Firearm Handgun SafetyLos Angeles Police Department CCW Training | LAPD ApprovedWeekday CCW Classes Los AngelesPistol Cleaning CourseOnline Courses | Not listed |
| Nice Shot Also: shooting range, ammo retailer | Essential InstructionThe Initial CCW CourseRe-Qualification/Update BSIS Armed Security Card 1 more courseThe Renewal CCW Course | Not listed |
| Nitto Firearm Training | Private LessonsNRA Instructor Pistol Shooting CourseNRA 1st Steps Shotgun Orientation 11 more coursesNRA Defensive Pistol240 minSecurity Guard Firearms TrainingOnline CCW Training for Sacramento, Yolo & Yuba CountiesNRA Basics of Pistol ShootingNRA Pistol Marksmanship Simulator Training (SIMCO)NRA Basics of Shotgun Shooting600 minCA DOJ CCW Instructor PathYolo County CCW TrainingNRA Range Safety Officer CourseNRA Basics of Rifle ShootingNRA Instructor Rifle Shooting Course | Not listed |
| Nor Cal Gun Vault Also: shooting range, gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| NorCal MedTac | Home Defense Shotgun240 minHome Defense ConsultingNRA First Steps Pistol180 min 8 more coursesForce on Force 101480 minConcealed Pistol 102480 minPrivate CoachingNRA Personal Protection Outside the Home540 minTactical Medicine 102480 minHome Defense Pistol240 minDefensive Pistol 103540 minForce on Force 102480 min | Not listed |
| NorCal Tactical Also: gun shop, ammo retailer | Basic Firearm Training120 minConcealed Carry RenewalConcealed Carry Initial | $300Basic Firearm Training · In person |
| North County Shooting Center Also: shooting range, gun shop, gunsmith, ammo retailer | Home Defense Handgun180 minIntroduction to Low Light Techniques / Flashlights - Rifle240 minBasic Shotgun180 min 19 more coursesHome Defense Shotgun180 minHome Firearms Safety (Lecture Only)240 minBasic Gun Cleaning30 minBasic Pistol 1180 minHome Defense Rifle180 minCCW - Recertification480 minRefresh or Enhance Your Skills180 minDefensive Pistol I180 minAdvanced Defensive Pistol240 minDefensive Pistol II180 minActive Shooter Defense180 minIntroduction to Low Light Techniques / Flashlights - Handgun180 minPersonal Safety and Home Protection180 minCCW - Next Steps180 minBasic Rifle180 minBasic Pistol 2180 minIntroduction to Pistol Mounted Optics180 minCCW - Initial960 minBasic AR-15180 min | $499CCW - Initial · Applicants approved for a CCW by the County of San Diego · In person |
| Oak Tree Gun Club Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| OC Guns Also: gun shop, gunsmith | Not listed | Not listed |
| Ojai Valley Gun Club Also: shooting range | 600 Yard Benchrest Silhouette600 Yard BenchrestJunior Program 9 more coursesNRA National Match Hi-Power RifleTrapAction Rifle - Long RangeSkeetAction Rifle - Short Range100 Yard Benchrest (Military & Precision)Cowboy Action - S.A.S.S.Action PistolSilhouette: Hi-Power + Blk Powder | Not listed |
| On Target Indoor Shooting Range, LLC Also: shooting range, gun shop | Introduction to Shotgun90 min | $95Introduction to Shotgun · Shooters with little or no shotgun experience · In person |
| On Target Range Also: shooting range, gun shop, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| ONE on ONE Firearms | CA CCW Renewal ClassCA CCW 16-Hour Initial-Issue Class960 minPrivate Firearms Instruction | $200CA CCW Renewal Class · In person |
| ONE on ONE Firearms | Not listed | Not listed |
| One Shot Firearms Academy Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Outlaws Armory of Canyon Lake Also: gun shop, gunsmith | Not listed | Not listed |
| P2K Sports Also: shooting range, gun shop, gunsmith | 30 State CCWIntroduction to Handgun | Not listed |
| Paradise Firearms Safety Training Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Personal Protection Academy Also: shooting range, gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Personal Protection Academy LLC | Competition Shooting Lab 101240 minPrivate Firearms Lessons120 min | Not listed |
| Phoenix Tactical | DEF-TAC Force on Force300 minDEF-TAC Rifle300 minCCW Renewal Course (8 Hours)480 min 3 more coursesDEF-TAC Mastery300 minDEF-TAC Handgun300 minInitial CCW Qualification Course (16 Hours)960 min | $195DEF-TAC Force on Force · CCW permit holders · Defensive-minded civilians · Experienced firearm owners · Law enforcement and military personnel · Returning DEF-TAC students · In person |
| Phoenix Tactical Solutions | Not listed | Not listed |
| Pistols In The Pines | Not listed | Not listed |
| Placer Sporting Club Also: shooting range, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| PM Guns Also: gunsmith | Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) Instruction and Exam | Not listed |
| Police Science Institute | CCW UTAH Non-Resident Permit8 Hours CCW Renewal480 minCCW First-Time Permit (16 Hours CCW Initial Class)480 min 3 more courses16 Hours CCW Initial Class (First-Time CCW Permit)960 minBasic Handgun Class120 minCCW Permit Renewal (8 Hours CCW Renewal)240 min | $100Basic Handgun Class · 21 years and older (14+ with guardian over 21) · Beginners and first-time shooters · Refresher shooters · In person |
| Practical Is Tactical | Low Light/No Light Shooting300 minSan Diego CCW Renewal480 min | $140San Diego CCW Renewal · Current or expiring CCW permit holders · In person |
| Prado Olympic Shooting Park Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| PRAXIS Also: gun shop, gunsmith, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Primary Defense Solutions | Not listed | Not listed |
| Progressive Accuracy Training Group Also: shooting range, gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Prop Gun Set Safety Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Protect The Important | CRPA Basic Shotgun ShootingNRA Refuse To Be A VictimCRPA Basic Rifle Shooting 6 more coursesCRPA Personal Protection Inside the Home540 minPTI Pepper Spray for Protection – A Non-Lethal Alternative180 minCRPA Range Safety OfficerPTI CCW Skills PracticeCRPA Personal Protection Outside the HomeCRPA Basic Pistol Shooting | Not listed |
| Protection Plus Tactics Also: gun shop | Defensive Pistol Dynamics (NON MEMBERS!)PPT 16-Hour CCW - Initial CCW Course960 minPrivate Lessons360 min 7 more coursesPPT Permit ModificationPPT 8-Hr CCW - CCW Renewal Course480 minPrivate CCW Lesson480 minPrivate Lessons360 minPPT 8-Hr CCW - CCW Renewal Course480 minPrivate CCW Lesson480 minPPT 16-Hour CCW - Initial CCW Course960 min | $50PPT Permit Modification · Individuals with existing California CCW permits · In person |
| Raahauge's Shooting Range Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Range Buddy | Not listed | Not listed |
| Range Master Tactical Gear Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Rankin Field Weapons Range Also: shooting range | Not listed | Not listed |
| Red Dot Firearms Training | Not listed | Not listed |
| Redding Guns Also: gun shop, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Redondo Rod and Gun Club | Traditional Hunter Education600 min | Not listed |
| Redwood Firearms Collective Also: gun shop | Concealed Carry Initial Class960 min | Not listed |
| Redwood Gun Club Also: shooting range | Women's Handgun Safety Class | $50Women's Handgun Safety Class · Women · In person |
| Redwood Practical Shooters Also: shooting range | Handgun Skill-Builder Class180 minBasic CCW Class960 min | $20Handgun Skill-Builder Class · All lawful handgun owners · Brand-new shooters · Current and potential CCW holders · Law enforcement · Private security · In person |
| Remuda Rifles Also: shooting range, gun manufacturer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Rescue74CPR Also: gun shop | Not listed | Not listed |
| Right 2 Bear, LLC | CCW Renewal (Re-Certification) Class480 minBasic Training ClassesInitial Concealed Carry Class960 min 3 more coursesIntro to Red Dot Optics180 minAdvanced / Intermediate Firearms TrainingPrivate Classes | Not listed |
| Rinkor Arms Also: gun shop, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Riverside Indoor Shooting Range Also: shooting range, gunsmith, ammo retailer | Not listed | Not listed |
| Rogers Defense Also: gun shop | Basic Firearms Safety and Handling | Not listed |
What a beginner class takes and costs in California
In California, training providers list a median beginner class price of $175 (69 classes), $50 more than the national $125. Their median length is 4 hours, the same as the national 4 hours.
| California | Nationally | |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner class price | $17569 classes | $125929 classes |
| Beginner class length | 4 hours87 classes | 4 hours1,014 classes |
| Intro and gun safety, price | $20017 classes | $100234 classes |
| Basic pistol, price | $15041 classes | $125512 classes |
| Rifle and shotgun basics, price | $18013 classes | $150194 classes |
| Women-only classes, price | $11012 classes | $100158 classes |
| Private lessons, price | $22520 classes | $125234 classes |
| Permit and license classes, price | $24086 classes | $1251,052 classes |
| Youth classes, price | Too few listings | $8045 classes |
Questions to ask before you book
- Is the class built for first-time shooters, and does it include live fire?
- Who teaches it, and what are their credentials?
- How long is it, and does the price include range time, ammunition, targets and a rental firearm?
- What should you bring: eye and ear protection, your own firearm, or nothing at all?
- How many students does each instructor work with?
- Are there age, accessibility or prerequisite requirements?
From the classes training providers list on their USA Arms pages, in this state and nationwide. A state figure needs 10 providers and 10 classes stating it. Prices are what providers list, not quotes: ask what a price includes. Figures as of October 30, 2026. Read the first-class guide
California firearms instructors at a glance
USA Arms lists 407 firearms instructors in California, 8.1% of the national total and the 3rd most of 50 states. Among cities of 50,000 or more, Riverside has the most (11), followed by San Diego (8) and Roseville (7).
- firearms instructors listed
- 407
- of the national total
- 8.1%
- of 50 states by count
- 3rd
Cities of 50,000+ with the most firearms instructors
Counts are firearms instructors in the USA Arms directory; a business with several roles counts once in each. City figures cover only cities of 50,000 or more residents; a smaller town may have more. Rates are per 100,000 residents using 2020 Census population.