What they offer
- Format
- In person
Prices
As published by the business.
- Range fee for non members $20 per non-member
- CCW Skill Builder range fee for non members $35 per non-member
- 4hr Basic Pistol $100 per class; includes range fee and use of a range gun if required
- Private lesson $100 per hour per lesson
- Home Defense Pistol $150 per person
- Home Defense Strategies & Use of Lethal Force $150 per person
- CCW class additional gun $15 per additional gun beyond the first two included
- Additional student for private lesson $50 per additional student; maximum two people
Discounts
- Military and first responders $20 discount · Use code MILFST at checkout for 16HR CA CCW Initial Class Day 1, Day 2, and 8HR CA CCW Renewal Class
- Military and first responders $20 off eligible classes · At checkout with code MILFST; code MIL1FST is specified for California CCW 8 Hr Initial
Classes
| Class | Format | Length | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Defense Strategies & Use of Lethal ForceClass covering relevant firearms laws, use of lethal force laws, and designing a home defense strategy. Not a public group class; designed for individual and family needs. | Format: In person | Official page for Home Defense Strategies & Use of Lethal Force, Mclaren Defense | |
| 8HR CA CCW Renewal ClassState-mandated CCW training for California CCW renewal. | Format: In person | Length: 8 hr | Official page for 8HR CA CCW Renewal Class, Mclaren Defense |
| 4hr Basic PistolA course for people interested in purchasing a firearm, beginner or novice and experienced shooters, and current gun owners seeking to improve skills or accuracy.Who it’s for: Beginners or novice shooters; Current gun owners seeking to enhance shooting skills or accuracy; Experienced shooters; People interested in purchasing a firearmIncluded and extra costs: Range fee; Use of a range gun if requiredProvider’s credential claim: Provider states it issues a Certificate of Completion for Basic Pistol and Arizona CCW Certificates. (credential source captured October 19, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 4 hr | Official page for 4hr Basic Pistol, Mclaren Defense |
| Home Defense PistolAdvanced class; students should already be proficient in basic handling and pistol shooting. | Format: In person | Official page for Home Defense Pistol, Mclaren Defense | |
| California CCW Add a Gun ClassRequired qualification shoot to add a gun to a California CCW permit.Included and extra costs: $20 range fee for non members; 50 rounds/gun; All firearms you wish to add to your permit; Drivers License and CCW permit; Each additional gun is $15; First two guns included in class cost | Format: In person | Official page for California CCW Add a Gun Class, Mclaren Defense | |
| CCW Skill BuilderIncluded and extra costs: Participants bring a firearm and at least 150 rounds, strong-side holster and belt, three magazines and magazine pouch, eye and ear protection. | Format: In person | Length: 3 hr | Official page for CCW Skill Builder, Mclaren Defense |
| 16HR CA CCW Initial Class Day 1First day of the 16-hour California CCW initial class; students must have received approval from the SD County Sheriff and must take Day 2 to complete the training requirement.Included and extra costs: 100 rounds for first gun, 50/additional gun; All firearms you want on permit; Six Snap Caps; Spare magazine; Strong side or appendix holster and belt | Format: In person | Length: 16 hr | Official page for 16HR CA CCW Initial Class Day 1, Mclaren Defense |
| 16HR CA CCW Initial Class Day 2Second day of the 16-hour California CCW initial class; on completion the student has met the training requirement for CA CCW.Provider’s credential claim: Provider states that on completion of this class the student will have met the training requirement for CA CCW. | Format: In person | Length: 16 hr | Official page for 16HR CA CCW Initial Class Day 2, Mclaren Defense |
| Practical Pistol / Holster WorkshopWorkshop teaching techniques to improve every aspect of shooting and holster skills, with an emphasis on efficient self-training.Included and extra costs: Firearm; Six snap caps; Spare Magazine; Strong Side or Appendix Holster; Sturdy Belt | Format: In person | Official page for Practical Pistol / Holster Workshop, Mclaren Defense | |
| California CCW 8 Hr InitialCalifornia CCW initial class meeting the mandatory requirements for a CA CCW permit.Included and extra costs: $20 range fee for non members; 100 rounds for first gun and 50/additional gun; All firearms you wish to list on your permit; Copy of approval letter from Sheriff; Drivers License; Each additional gun is $15; First two guns included in class costProvider’s credential claim: Provider states the class meets mandatory requirements for a CA CCW permit. | Format: In person | Length: 8 hr | Official page for California CCW 8 Hr Initial, Mclaren Defense |
Around Oceanside
Mclaren Defense is one of 4 firearms instructors in Oceanside, CA that our research has identified. Overall, USA Arms lists 4 firearms instructors in Oceanside.
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- Focal Point AcademyNearby · 1717 E. Vista Way, Suite 201, Vista, CA
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Sources and corrections
Sources: mclarendefense.com.
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