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Derek Jones Academy
Firearms Training in Sarasota, FL
Derek Jones Academy is a Florida-based training organization offering security officer licensing courses, concealed carry classes, and firearm instruction with state-certified instructors.
- Website
- djsfa.com
- Directions
- Open map directions
Range signal
Limited structured range details
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Retail / FFL
Gun Shop
Type 06 FFL
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Is this a standalone range?
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- Public access is listed.
- No lanes, distances, or specific range areas are structured yet.
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What services are available?
Rentals
Are classes listed?
5 course offerings
What kind of shop is listed?
Gun Shop / Type 06 FFL
Training Programs
Course
Class G Armed Security Officer
- Format
- In Person
- Price
- $257.00 CASH ($267.28 Credit/Debit)
28 hours of classroom and range instruction required by Florida Chapter 493 for Class G license. Includes range fees.
Course
Class G Re-Certification
- Format
- In Person
- Price
- $172.00 Cash ($178.88 Credit/debit)
State-mandated re-certification for Class G armed security officers. Includes range fees.
Course CCW Beginner
Basic Firearm (Handgun)
- Format
- In Person
- Price
- $107.00 cash ($111.28 Credit/debit)
Training to obtain Florida Concealed Weapon Permit. Includes range fees.
Course
Class D Unarmed Security Officer
- Format
- In Person
- Price
- $210 Cash ($218.40 Credit/Debit)
42 hours of classroom instruction required by Florida law for Class D license. Includes all state-required content.
Course Beginner
Advance Special D, G & Basic Pistol Training
- Format
- In Person
- Price
- $447.00 CASH ($464.88 Credit/Debit)
Combined training package for Class D, Class G, and basic pistol skills.
Listing Snapshot
- Primary category
- Shooting Ranges
- Also listed as
- Gun Shops, Firearm Instructors
- Legal name
- Derek Jones Academy Inc.
- ZIP
- 34234
Profile Details
Range Access
- Range detail status
- No lanes, distances, or specific range areas are structured yet.
- Access signal
- Public
Retail and Transfers
- Type
- Gun Shop
- Business scale
- Local
- FFL license
- Type 06
- Reputation
- 17 years in business
Training and Classes
- Established
- 2008
- Certifications
- NRA Law Enforcement Certified Firearm Instructor, NRA Certified Home Firearm Safety Instructor, NRA Certified Personal Protection In The Home, NRA Certified Shotgun Instructor, NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, NRA Certified Rifle Instructor
Instructor Roster
Derek Jones
Instructor
Class D Security Officer Training Class G Security Officer Training Basic Pistol
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Primary location: 1789 Desoto Rd., Sarasota FL 34234
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Latest update effort: 23 pages visited, 18 facts extracted.
Last reviewed: July 19, 2026.
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