What they offer
- Format
- In person
- Also teaches in
- California’s Central Coast, Central Valley and Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties
Prices
As published by the business.
- BSIS Firearms Re-Qualification Class $60 per person
- Retired Peace Officers Annual Firearms Qualification $60 per person
- Firearm Safety Instructor Training class $100 per person · Plus $10 Range Fee.
- Introduction for Handguns class $125 per person · Plus $25 Range Fee.
- California CCW Firearms Safety Course Renewal $150 per person · Plus $25 Range Fee.
- BSIS Basic Firearms Course $250 per person · Plus $25 per day Classroom & Range Fee.
- California CCW Firearms Safety Course $250 per person · Plus $25 per day Classroom & Range Fee.
Classes
| Class | Format | Length | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retired Peace Officers Annual Firearms QualificationIncluded and extra costs: Ammunition must be purchased at the rangeProvider’s credential claim: The page states completion fulfills HR 218 / S.1132 requirements and an HR-218 card is issued upon successful completion. (credential source captured October 21, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 2 hr | Official page for Retired Peace Officers Annual Firearms Qualification, The Gun School |
| BSIS Firearms Re-Qualification Class – Central CoastRequalification covering firearms law, de-escalation and practical shooting for eligible security guards, private investigators and alarm agents.Who it’s for: Security Guards, Private Investigators and Alarm Agents meeting BSIS requirementsIncluded and extra costs: Ammunition must be purchased at the range | Format: In person | Length: 2 hr | Official page for BSIS Firearms Re-Qualification Class – Central Coast, The Gun School |
| Firearm Safety Instructor TrainingCalifornia DOJ approved class for gun dealers and employees seeking to become Firearm Safety Instructors.Who it’s for: Gun dealers and their employeesProvider’s credential claim: The page describes this as a California Department of Justice approved course meeting requirements to obtain a Firearm Safety Instructor Certificate. (credential source captured October 21, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 4 hr | Official page for Firearm Safety Instructor Training, The Gun School |
| California CCW Firearms Safety Course Renewal (8 hour)An eight-hour course described as meeting SB2 requirements to renew a California CCW permit.Provider’s credential claim: The course page states that the eight-hour course meets SB2 requirements to renew a California CCW Permit. (credential source captured October 21, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 8 hr | Official page for California CCW Firearms Safety Course Renewal (8 hour), The Gun School |
| BSIS Basic Firearms Course – CALIFORNIA – ONLY (16 Hours)Firearms safety, nomenclature, practical shooting, and moral and legal aspects.Who it’s for: Security Guards, Private Investigators and Alarm Agents meeting BSIS requirementsIncluded and extra costs: Ammunition must be purchased at the range; Students in classes over four hours must bring their own lunch | Format: In person | Length: 16 hr | Official page for BSIS Basic Firearms Course – CALIFORNIA – ONLY (16 Hours), The Gun School |
| California CCW Firearms Safety Course (16 hours)Sixteen-hour course stated to meet SB2 requirements to apply for a California CCW permit.Who it’s for: Applicants age 21 or olderIncluded and extra costs: Ammunition must be purchased at the range; Range qualification is required to receive a certificate; Students in classes over four hours must bring their own lunch; Students must bring a firearm, holster and spare magazinesProvider’s credential claim: The course page states that the 16-hour course meets SB2 requirements to apply for a California CCW permit. (credential source captured October 21, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 16 hr | Official page for California CCW Firearms Safety Course (16 hours), The Gun School |
Also at this location
Other businesses USA Arms lists at the same spot.
- Santa Maria Gun ClubShooting range · 3150 Telephone Road
Near Santa Maria
The nearest firearms instructors USA Arms lists, by distance.
- Central Coast Tactical, LLCSanta Maria, CA · 3.7 mi
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Sources and corrections
Sources: thegunschool.com.
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