Los Angeles County CCW Classes

Rancho Cucamonga, Los Angeles County

Aegis Authority is led by Professional Firearms Training Counselors Julie and Steve with over 20 years in the shooting industry and 22 years of experience as California State DOJ CCW Instructors. They are certified by all San Bernardino and Los Angeles County Sheriff's Departments to instruct students applying for California CCW permits. The company has trained over 25,000 new firearms owners and offers both in-person and online CCW classes, including specialized women's-led training programs.

Orange, Los Angeles County

CCW Permit Instruction, led by NRA-certified instructor Orville Wright, offers comprehensive 16-hour California CCW Permit training courses for residents of Orange County, Los Angeles County, Ventura County, Fresno County, and Madera County, as well as 8-hour renewal courses for existing permit holders. Orville brings over 30 years of firearms experience and holds certifications as an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, NRA Certified Chief Range Safety Officer, and Concealed Firearms Certified Instructor through the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. His courses are approved by five California Sheriff's Departments and cover firearm safety, California and federal law, live fire qualification, and the full CCW permit application process. In addition to California permits, Orville provides instruction for Utah, Arizona, and Florida non-resident multi-state CCW permits. Private one-on-one courses are available for those seeking a personalized experience.

Fountain Valley, Los Angeles County

Elite CCW and Firearms Training operates from a Fountain Valley facility founded by Mike Duda, who supervised the Orange County Sheriff's CCW Unit from 2017 to 2019. Duda brings 22 years in law enforcement and 12 years of active duty U.S. Army service as a Master Gunner and Silver Star recipient. The company holds authorized training provider status for Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Arizona, Utah, and Florida. The team includes NRA Certified Instructors Bailey Duda, who holds Glock and Sig Sauer armorer certifications, along with instructors Kevin Lane and Bryan Soto, all certified Range Safety Officers. The Fountain Valley location at 18183 Euclid Street houses a state-of-the-art simulator room for scenario-based training, a private indoor shooting range with computerized targeting and lead-free ammunition capability, and a fully stocked pro shop carrying parts, accessories, ammunition, and gear. Elite CCW offers 16-hour in-person CCW courses split across two Saturdays at $400, with all students required to purchase class ammunition on-site for safety consistency. An 8-hour renewal course is available at $300. The training roster includes basic pistol instruction, private one-on-one live fire and simulator sessions, and Firearm Safety Certificate testing. The facility also provides on-site live scan services. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 10am to 6:30pm, the business emphasizes personalized instruction across experience levels from new firearm owners through competition shooters pursuing multi-jurisdiction carry permits.

Long Beach, Los Angeles County

Hansen Firearms Training operates from Long Beach, delivering CCW instruction approved by Orange, San Diego, Riverside, and Los Angeles Counties, along with LAPD and Long Beach PD. The company offers both in-person and online blended learning formats, allowing students to complete coursework at their own pace. Lead instructor Ben Hansen brings federal law enforcement experience and FBI training perspective to his teaching, maintaining what students describe as a friendly, non-intimidating, and ego-free instruction style. The program includes on-site Live Scan fingerprinting, range fees and targets in the course price, and allows students to qualify unlimited handguns with the first three guns free. Full CCW courses start at $275, while renewals are priced at $300. An optional $30 add-on provides Utah and Arizona permit instruction for reciprocity across 39 states. Hansen also offers basic and advanced handgun training, medical trauma courses, and active attacker response instruction. The company maintains a 100% incident-free safety record and teaches in locations throughout Long Beach and Garden Grove. Students consistently praise Hansen's practical approach, which incorporates real-world scenarios, drawing drills from the holster, rapid fire practice, and open-hand combat techniques alongside traditional marksmanship instruction. The training emphasizes situational awareness and defensive tactics beyond basic shooting qualification, with range sessions designed around practical drills rather than static target shooting.

Mojave, Los Angeles County

Jarvis Firearms Training is a veteran-owned company serving Kern and Los Angeles Counties, offering initial and renewal CCW permit courses, STOP THE BLEED, and NRA and customized courses from beginner to advanced tactical. Lead instructors Neva and Chris Pahl are DOJ CCW Certified and P.O.S.T. Certified, bringing extensive backgrounds in education, engineering, and military service to every class.

Azusa, Los Angeles County

L.A. Progressive Shooters specializes in demystifying guns and making the experience fun and educational, with an emphasis on safety and comfort. They offer a comprehensive range of pistol training courses from beginner fundamentals to advanced red dot optics training, and provide CCW classes through partnerships. The company focuses on creating safe, inclusive spaces for learning firearms, including dedicated classes for women, femmes, trans, and non-binary folks.

Lancaster, Los Angeles County

M-5 Training School of Protective Services is a BPPE-approved private institution in Lancaster providing security guard training and firearms qualifications. The school operates on a first-come, first-serve basis with classes starting at 9:00am throughout the week. M-5's mission is to provide the highest level of security guard training in the industry, preparing competent and proficient students to meet the demands of today's security professionals.

Azusa, Los Angeles County

Ron leads Medic Up Consulting LLC, a deputy-led CCW training provider based in Azusa serving Los Angeles, Orange, and San Bernardino counties. The company has earned over 80 five-star reviews for its structured, SB2-compliant courses taught by active and retired law enforcement officers including instructors Juan, Randy, Victor, and Matt. Training emphasizes real-world legal scenarios, defensive tactics, and comprehensive safety protocols. A distinctive feature is the integration of medical trauma response instruction—students learn tourniquet application, wound packing, and stop-the-bleed techniques alongside firearms training. The company offers 16-hour initial CCW certification at $425, 8-hour renewal courses at $275, and firearm modification qualifications at $95 with no additional firearm fees. Beyond CCW certification, Medic Up delivers specialized courses including home defense shotgun/pistol combinations, low-light/no-light engagement training, practical pistol courses, and Utah non-resident CCW workshops. Reviews consistently highlight the professionalism of instruction, the welcoming atmosphere that makes students feel like family rather than customers, and the thoroughness with which instructors answer questions. Students report that 16-hour courses pass quickly due to engaging content, and many return for renewals and advanced training. The company maintains direct online booking and provides same-day certification for modification courses.

Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County

MV Tactical & Firearms Training, Inc. is devoted to giving customers the best training experience available with accomplished and experienced instructors. They offer family-friendly training for every level gun owner from basic to advanced tactical courses, with low student-instructor ratios to ensure proper training time with each student. The company provides proven, battle-tested methods to prepare students for real world scenarios and offers both group courses and private training options.

Corona, Los Angeles County

Paragraph 2, LLC is a comprehensive firearms training company led by Jim Belanger, serving multiple Southern California counties including Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Diego, and San Bernardino. They offer CCW training, NRA basic shooting courses, USCCA instructor certifications, and specialized classes like home defense fundamentals and women's handgun training. As approved training vendors for multiple county sheriff departments, they provide both in-person and online training options with classes held at various locations including Bass Pro Shops.

Artesia, Los Angeles County

Public Safety Institute is a California state-licensed training provider (TFF 1303) serving over 20,000 students with BSIS and county-approved CCW training. They offer multi-county approved CCW courses for Los Angeles, Riverside, and Kern counties, along with comprehensive security training programs. The institute provides flexible payment plans and promises to get students started in days rather than months.

Stanton, Los Angeles County

Sentri Institute by Iron Focus provides California CCW and security training from Stanton. The organization offers CCW classes for California applicants along with Guard Card, exposed firearm permit, and baton permit training. Public course materials note California SB2 training requirements of 16 hours for initial CCW certification and 8 hours for renewals, with Los Angeles applicants instructed to complete training after agency approval.

Artesia, Los Angeles County

Seven 4 Para has provided concealed weapons training for over 20 years in Los Angeles County. Their CCW courses are taught by a full-time peace officer and condensed from a comprehensive 40-hour program. They emphasize real-world application beyond legal requirements, including situational awareness, defensive shooting, and law enforcement interactions. Class sizes are limited to 8 participants to ensure personalized instruction, with optional force-on-force training and advanced shooting simulators available.

Artesia, Los Angeles County

The CCW School provides online and in-person CCW training courses approved for Orange County, Los Angeles County, and San Diego County jurisdictions. They offer flexible program options including online courses for select areas, with no additional range fees. The school also provides multi-state permit training for Florida and Arizona, allowing CCW holders to carry in approximately 74% of the USA.

Stanton, Los Angeles County

TRB Training operates from Stanton in Los Angeles County, partnering with FT3 Tactical Range for live-fire qualifications. The company delivers two-day California CCW courses priced at $300 and eight-hour renewal courses also at $300, both offered as group classes with direct online booking. Instructors Ernie Medina (CEO and Chief Instructor), Josh Cabato, and Tyrin Bailous bring over 30 combined years of experience training U.S. Marines, law enforcement personnel, and civilians. Beyond CCW certification, the company offers Fundamental Pistol and Fundamental Rifle series, Advanced CCW courses emphasizing six essential self-defense skills, and a Fighting Rifle series focused on AR-15 platform proficiency. Private two-hour training sessions accommodate up to two students at no additional cost for the second participant, with firearm rental available at FT3 Tactical. The team also provides a CCW White Glove application assistance service designed to help applicants navigate administrative requirements in Los Angeles and Orange counties. Training philosophy centers on practical skills for civilian defenders, avoiding what the company describes as range theatrics in favor of deliberate counter-offensive techniques. All courses require students to demonstrate safe firearm handling and adherence to the four firearm safety rules.

Santa Paula, Los Angeles County

308 Tactical Firearms Training is an LAPD and LASD approved CCW training provider serving Los Angeles, Ventura, Kern, San Diego to Plumas Counties, and many other states. They offer comprehensive California CCW courses taught by certified instructors who also train law enforcement and military personnel. The training includes defensive handgun skills, legal knowledge, and drawing from holster techniques, with courses designed to meet rigorous standards of major California law enforcement agencies.

Perris, Los Angeles County

Alpha Culture LLC operates from Sun City in Riverside County, offering both online and in-person CCW training for first-time applicants across Riverside, Los Angeles, and San Diego Counties. The company provides a state-approved initial permit course priced at $300, structured as a self-paced online classroom component followed by a live-fire qualification with a certified instructor. Course curriculum covers firearm safety, California Penal Code sections 417 and 197, use-of-force principles, brandishing laws, concealed carry regulations, and permit holder responsibilities. Training materials include modules on handgun types, ammunition selection, firearm storage, child safety, law enforcement encounters, reciprocity, and mental health considerations. Alpha Culture combines classroom instruction with field-based training and also offers USCCA courses and Basic CPR & Life Support training. The online platform allows students to complete coursework on desktop, tablet, or mobile devices with automatic progress saving and 24/7 access, integrating knowledge checks throughout each module. Upon successful completion, students receive instructions for scheduling their required live-fire qualification to demonstrate safe firearm handling and shooting proficiency. The company emphasizes that safety and self-defense preparation begins before enrollment, providing learning materials designed for continued study beyond initial certification.

Van Nuys, Los Angeles County

American Academy of Protective Training (AAPT) is a California-licensed security training facility that offers comprehensive firearms training programs for civilians, security professionals, and law enforcement. They specialize in California CCW courses, NRA basic firearm training, and tactical defensive training with a focus on developing combat mindset and reflexive conditioned response. AAPT emphasizes practical, realistic training delivered by professional instructors with national recognition in firearms training and tactical strategies.

Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

Instructors: Jeff

Chino, Los Angeles County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sylmar, Los Angeles County

Apex Firearms Training serves Los Angeles and Ventura County with over 30 years of firearms instruction experience. Their lead instructor Scott holds CA POST certifications for handgun, rifle, and shotgun instruction, plus CA DOJ CCW Instructor certification, and has won multiple California State speed shooting titles. They offer both group classes at Burbank Firing Line and one-on-one training on a private outdoor range, teaching everything from basic handgun to advanced techniques like drawing from holster and shooting on the move.

Lancaster, Los Angeles County

Armed Response Marksman is a firearms training provider that offers California concealed carry courses (CCW) and renewal training. They provide a positive learning environment for students of all backgrounds and offer both rifle and pistol instruction along with basic defensive handgun classes. The instructor, Shiloh Darrow, focuses on educating students with quality instruction to help them continue learning and enjoying the safe use of firearms.

Stanton, Los Angeles County

Col. Roger Harvey (U.S. Army, Retired) teaches CCW courses for Orange County and Los Angeles County from a Garden Grove facility equipped with a $30,000 LaserShot SimRange simulator. Harvey holds POST (Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training) certification—the same credential required of California law enforcement firearms instructors—and serves as an NRA Training Counselor authorized to certify other instructors. He earned the Legion of Merit for distinguished service as Deputy Chief of Staff overseeing more than 10,000 soldiers and holds an MA in Kinesiology with emphasis on motor learning, the science of physical skill development. Harvey has coached Team USA at the CIOR Military World Championships multiple times, producing podium finishes including at the 2022 Athens and 2023 Helsinki games. The SimRange simulator features hundreds of professionally-acted CCW and law enforcement scenarios used during classroom training. Harvey also earned gold in centerfire pistol and silver in rimfire pistol at the 2024 Huntsman Senior World Games. Classes include NRA Personal Protection courses, home defense training, and private instruction for individuals, couples, families, and groups. Initial CCW courses run 16 hours starting at $400 per student; renewal courses run 8 hours starting at $180. Simulator-only training is available from $50 per hour. The facility operates by appointment only and holds DOJ Firearms Safety Certificate instructor credentials.

Piru, Los Angeles County

Cal Guns Training is led by Shawn, a former law enforcement officer with over 15 years of teaching experience who provides firearm instruction across Ventura County, Los Angeles, and Southern California. The company specializes in CCW certification courses, NRA Basic Handgun and Rifle classes, DOJ instructor certification, and private firearms training. They emphasize patient, non-intimidating instruction that welcomes all skill levels and ages, offering both group and personalized one-on-one sessions tailored to individual pace and goals.

Pala, Los Angeles County

Coach K's Training is located in Orange County, CA and offers a comprehensive range of training courses including urban and wilderness survival, firearm safety, self defense, and Basic Life Support. The company emphasizes hands-on training with detailed instruction that goes beyond basic steps to include the why, when, and practical applications. They provide both individual courses and maintain a calendar of scheduled events.

Valencia, Los Angeles County

Cobra Tactical Inc. is a Valencia-based firearms dealer that has served law enforcement, military, and civilians since 2003. They offer gun sales, gunsmithing services, and firearms training including CCW training, defensive pistol courses, hunter education, and pistol fundamentals. The company also manufactures their own line of AR-15 parts and accessories under the Cobra Tactical brand.

Orange, Los Angeles County

Comfort Zone Assurance is a California DOJ-certified CCW training provider based in Orange, CA. They offer both initial 16-hour CCW courses (split into Day 1 classroom and Day 2 classroom/range) and 8-hour renewal courses. The company focuses on providing realistic, experience-based training to help students develop self-sufficiency skills until professional help arrives.

La Puente, Los Angeles County

Concealed Coalition is a nationwide online authority for concealed carry permit training that combines digital learning with hands-on education experiences. They offer both online video courses and local in-person training through a network of certified instructors and classroom partnerships. The company focuses on changing perceptions about firearms through emotional, entertaining, and informative concealed carry class experiences.

Glendale, Los Angeles County

Defensive Firearms Training, LLC is a professional firearms training company operated by certified instructors with 25 years of combined military and law enforcement experience. Their instructors are licensed California attorneys who have worked in criminal law for over 10 years and hold certifications from the LA County Sheriff's Department, FBI, NRA, and Sig Sauer Academy. They offer a diverse curriculum including pistol, rifle, and shotgun training for basic to advanced skill levels, home defense courses, Los Angeles County CCW classes, and women's only programs.

Lake View Terrace, Los Angeles County

Double Tap Training Center is a licensed professional firearms training facility located in Lake View Terrace, California, serving as an authorized CCW training provider for Los Angeles County Sheriff Department and LAPD. Led by Rangemaster Simon Cruz with over 25 years of law enforcement experience, the center offers comprehensive firearms training to law-abiding citizens and public safety personnel. The facility provides instruction in Filipino, Spanish, and Armenian languages and maintains numerous professional certifications including NRA, DOJ, POST, and FBI credentials.

Los Angeles, Los Angeles County

Evans Security Training Academy is a fully state licensed security training facility established in 1982, specializing in security guard training, firearm training, and first aid training. The academy features instructors with over 30 years of law enforcement experience and maintains an on-site indoor pistol range and Live Scan machine for customer convenience. They offer California CCW and Utah CCW training alongside their security training programs.

Corona, Los Angeles County

Firearms Training Associates is a Southern California firearms training company that conducts courses in a friendly, relaxed environment emphasizing safety and mastery of weapons systems for all experience levels. Their team of instructors comprises experts from diverse backgrounds including law enforcement, military, government agencies, and competition. They offer a wide range of courses from beginner to advanced levels including pistol training, rifle training, tactical training, concealed carry, and armorer courses.

Inglewood, Los Angeles County

First Step Shooting is an NRA, USCCA, and California DOJ certified firearms training company founded by Daniel Ferszt that provides concealed carry certification and basic pistol courses to law-abiding citizens. They are an approved training provider for the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, Los Angeles Police Department, and all other departments within Los Angeles County. The company offers comprehensive CCW courses covering firearm safety, marksmanship, state laws, and shooting qualifications, along with specialized programs including women's self-defense and advanced shooting techniques.

Sylmar, Los Angeles County

KD Security Group provides estate, family, executive, celebrity and event protection services staffed with law enforcement officers and military veterans. The company offers customized security plans tailored to individual needs, with expertise in risk assessment, tactical response, and crisis management. Their team maintains affiliations with law enforcement and intelligence agencies to enhance their protective capabilities.

Los Angeles County

NationwideCCW offers concealed firearm training with LAPD and LASD certifications as well as multi-state certifications. They market their training as affordable and encourage immediate enrollment through their website.

Rancho Cucamonga, Los Angeles County

Northern Firearms Instruction is a team of highly experienced NRA Firearms Instructors operating throughout California and serving over 50 counties and cities. They specialize in California CCW courses for new and experienced shooters, teaching in a stress-free learning environment. NFI maintains strict instructor-to-student ratios and is composed of 100% NRA credentialed instructors who must update their credentials yearly.

Palmdale, Los Angeles County

Paladin Defense Group is listed by Los Angeles County as an authorized CCW training provider associated with a private range in Palmdale. Applicants can contact the provider by phone or email for current course scheduling and training details.

Sylmar, Los Angeles County

Phoenix Tactical Solutions is a Los Angeles-based firearms training company that provides tactical solutions and customized DEF-TAC programs for defensive needs. They serve civilians, military personnel, law enforcement, and contractors with specialized courses including handgun, rifle, shotgun, and force-on-force training. As an approved CCW training provider for LA County, they emphasize safety-first instruction with individual attention in both group and private lesson formats.

San Bernardino, Los Angeles County

Route 66 Shooting Sports Park is a shooting facility that promotes safe and responsible firearms ownership. They offer various training programs including firearms safety courses, pistol and handgun courses, long gun courses, CCW courses, and specialized courses. The facility caters to new and first-time shooters with programs designed to help them get started in the right direction.

Artesia, Los Angeles County

Safe Insight delivers California-approved CCW training through a hybrid model combining online classroom instruction with mandatory in-person range qualification. The company specializes in non-resident CCW permits, offering State of California-approved coursework accessible 24/7 through their online platform. Instructors Aaron Miller and Michael Cox lead the training programs, which serve applicants across El Dorado, Lassen, Los Angeles, Tuolumne, and Ventura counties, with a physical presence in Artesia. The 16-hour initial certification course is priced at $399, while the 8-hour renewal course costs $299. Both programs follow California's mandated curriculum structure, requiring students to complete online classroom modules before scheduling a private range qualification session with an instructor. The online format allows students to progress through classroom material at their own pace before demonstrating live-fire proficiency. Safe Insight maintains direct online booking capability through their e-commerce platform and backs their training with a money-back guarantee. The company's focus on non-resident permits fills a specialized niche within California's CCW training landscape, serving out-of-state applicants seeking California concealed carry authorization. Students can register immediately through the website and begin coursework without waiting for scheduled class dates.

Stanton, Los Angeles County

ShootSafe Academy serves Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego counties with certified firearms instruction led by Jason Granados and Christine Keil, who collectively bring over 50 years of combined law enforcement and security experience. The instructor team's backgrounds span roles including Firearms Instructor, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, Investigative Bureau, Field Supervisor, SWAT Operator, Gang Enforcement, Narcotics, Vice Units, Crisis Negotiation Team, and Honor Guard. Jason holds a Federal Firearms License (FFL). The academy has operated for over 13 years, originally serving Orange County before expanding into Riverside, Los Angeles, San Diego, and other Southern California cities. ShootSafe offers 16-hour basic CCW courses and 8-hour renewal courses, plus Arizona and Utah non-resident certifications that provide carry reciprocity in over 38 states. Beyond CCW instruction, they deliver Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS)-licensed Guard Card certification programs with 8-40 hour courses, including Add-On Exposed Firearm Permit certification and quarterly firearms qualifications. Their Basic Pistol course combines classroom fundamentals with range practice. The academy emphasizes small class sizes to provide personalized attention tailored to individual student needs and scheduling preferences, allowing instructors to address specific concerns and customize training programs for both beginners and experienced shooters.

Sylmar, Los Angeles County

Southwest Training Center is a dedicated group of professional instructors committed to providing excellent training for career professionals and everyday users alike. They offer a diverse range of courses including concealed carry classes, firearms training, security courses, medical training, law enforcement training, and self-defense courses. Drawing skills from a broad range of industries, they position themselves as a go-to provider for comprehensive professional training.

Chino Hills, Los Angeles County

Instructors: Pete

Lytle Creek, Los Angeles County

Together We S.T.E.P is a certified firearm training company led by instructor Lawrence Enge, who is a USCCA firearm instructor and NRA range safety officer. The company provides CCW classes for LA County, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Orange County, as well as multi-state CCW training and CPR/First Aid instruction. Their name stands for 'together we survive, train, educate, and protect,' reflecting their core training philosophy.

Inglewood, Los Angeles County

VIP CCW Services LAX Airport Range has operated from its Inglewood location on West Manchester Boulevard since 2015, delivering California CCW permit training that adheres to SB2 and CA Penal Code 26165. The company teaches classes seven days a week using a modular format designed to fit varying work schedules. Instruction is handled by CA POST certified law enforcement instructors who are also DOJ CCW instructors, and the company offers hybrid online and in-person training options for students in Orange County, Kern County, and San Diego County. VIP CCW Services maintains authorized training provider status for an extensive roster of Southern California law enforcement agencies, including Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Los Angeles Police Department, Orange County Sheriff's Department, Kern County Sheriff's Department, and San Diego County Sheriff's Department, along with dozens of municipal police departments spanning Los Angeles and neighboring areas—from Alhambra and Arcadia to Whittier and West Covina. Beyond California CCW instruction, the company provides multi-state CCW classes that enable permit holders to carry legally in approximately 70 percent of the United States. Private handgun instruction is also available for students seeking individualized attention. The modular course structure allows students to complete their training requirements across multiple sessions rather than requiring attendance at single, extended sessions. Discounts of $25 are available to first responders and current or prior military personnel at checkout.