What they offer
- Teaches
- Concealed carry
- Disciplines
- Basic firearms, concealed carry and rifle
- Format
- In person
- Also teaches in
- Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara County, Southern California and Ventura County
Classes
As published by the business.
| Class | Format | Length | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concealed Carry RENEWALRenewal training meeting the state's eight-hour requirement and covering legal updates, safety practices, shooting qualifications and personalized instruction.Included and extra costs: All guns participants want to qualify with; Range fees | Format: In person | Length: 8 hr | $350 | Official page for Concealed Carry RENEWAL, Cal Guns Training |
| Concealed Carry INITIALTraining for obtaining a CCW permit in Ventura or LA counties, covering state laws and legal use of force, home defense and situational awareness, concealment and holster techniques, live-fire…Who it’s for: Applicants seeking a CCW permit in Ventura or LA countiesIncluded and extra costs: All guns participants want to qualify with; Range feesProvider’s credential claim: The provider states the course meets California’s training requirements for obtaining a CCW permit in Ventura or LA counties. (credential source captured October 24, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 16 hr | $700 | Official page for Concealed Carry INITIAL, Cal Guns Training |
| DOJ Firearm Safety Certificate Instructor CourseTraining for people who want to offer the FSC test and safe-handling demonstration for firearms, including DOJ requirements and application process, proper test administration, compliance and best…Included and extra costs: Certificate provided at completionProvider’s credential claim: The provider states participants receive a certificate the same day and are ready to submit it to the DOJ for approval. (credential source captured October 24, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 3 hr | $200 | Official page for DOJ Firearm Safety Certificate Instructor Course, Cal Guns Training |
| Private Firearms TrainingTailored one-on-one coaching or custom classes for a family, workplace or small group, including first-timer instruction, family safety planning, personal defense skills, small-business owners and…Who it’s for: One-on-one clients, families, workplaces, or small groups | Format: In person | Official page for Private Firearms Training, Cal Guns Training | ||
| NRA Instructor CourseInstructor-development training covering NRA methodology, course organization and student evaluation, range procedures and safety, and practical instruction and role-play.Provider’s credential claim: The provider states participants will be eligible to apply for official NRA Instructor Certification. (credential source captured October 24, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 72 hr | $1,000 | Official page for NRA Instructor Course, Cal Guns Training |
| NRA Basic Handgun or rifleBeginner course covering firearm safety and storage, shooting fundamentals, legal and responsible gun ownership, and hands-on range time with personal guidance.Who it’s for: BeginnersIncluded and extra costs: NRA CertificateProvider’s credential claim: The provider states students receive an NRA Basic Handgun Certificate. (credential source captured October 24, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 8 hr | $275 | Official page for NRA Basic Handgun or rifle, Cal Guns Training |
| Concealed Carry UTAHA four-hour class for California residents covering Utah firearm laws and reciprocity, legal responsibilities, safe interstate carrying practices, fingerprinting and paperwork guidance; the provider…Who it’s for: California residentsProvider’s credential claim: The provider states the course allows California residents to obtain a Utah Concealed Carry Permit and prepares them to submit the application. (credential source captured October 24, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 4 hr | $130 | Official page for Concealed Carry UTAH, Cal Guns Training |
| CCW Skills RefresherA three-hour live-fire session intended to rebuild confidence, accuracy, fundamentals and qualification readiness, including grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control, malfunction drills, speed…Included and extra costs: Range fees; Targets | Format: In person | Length: 3 hr | $225 | Official page for CCW Skills Refresher, Cal Guns Training |
Near Ventura
The nearest firearms instructors USA Arms lists, by distance.
- VC ArmoryVentura, CA · 2.1 mi
- TacfireSanta Paula, CA · 8.5 mi
- Tactical-ish Inc.Thousand Oaks, California · 15.1 mi
- 308 TacticalLake Sherwood, CA · 20.9 mi
- PRAXISThousand Oaks, CA · 21.9 mi
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Sources and corrections
Sources: calgunstraining.com.
Also known as S M L Ventures LLC.
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