Mariposa County CCW Classes

Hammer Stryke Self-Reliance Training, Inc. is a California Corporation providing advanced firearms training and CCW permit courses for central California counties including Mariposa, Madera, Merced and Stanislaus. Their instructors have backgrounds in military, law enforcement, search and rescue, and emergency medicine. The company emphasizes comprehensive training beyond minimum requirements, offering not just qualification but practical skills development for real-world scenarios.

Hard Focus Firearms Training is dedicated to providing effective defensive shooting techniques to protect yourself and loved ones. They pride themselves on going above and beyond minimum standards by providing the best experience and safest environment for their students. The company is approved for CCW certification in seven California counties: Merced, Madera, Fresno, Tulare, San Benito, Tuolumne, and Stanislaus.

John Lewis Professional Firearms Instruction (JLPFI) is a Central Valley-based firearms training company specializing in concealed weapons permit courses and advanced firearms instruction. They offer CCW courses approved by multiple law enforcement agencies including Fresno County Sheriff, Fresno PD, and several other Central Valley departments. The company emphasizes personalized training experiences in small group or private formats, with a philosophy of staying 'Forever In Training' and defining the difference between shooting and training.

Valley Defense offers comprehensive firearms training in Modesto, California, serving multiple counties including Stanislaus, San Joaquin, Mariposa, Merced, Monterey, Contra Costa, and Tuolumne. Their instructors are former law enforcement officers trained at internationally recognized facilities, providing handgun, shotgun, and carbine training for both civilians and law enforcement. They offer CCW courses, defensive shooting classes, and specialized training with application to real-life scenarios, plus a membership program for ongoing training opportunities.

Coulterville, Mariposa County

Instructors: Bill Tidwell; Cathy Tidwell

Fresno, Mariposa County

Instructors: Chris Williams

Fresno, Mariposa County

Instructors: Ernie Rodrigues

Oakhurst, Mariposa County

Instructors: Jim Bernardi

Merced, Mariposa County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

El Nido, Mariposa County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Stage Stop Gun Shop operates two locations in California, with their main Atwater facility featuring an 18,800 sq ft space that includes a 20-lane indoor shooting range, archery range, and dedicated classrooms for training. They offer comprehensive CCW training courses for new applicants and renewals, serving residents of Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Stanislaus, Tuolumne counties and the City of Turlock. The shop also provides various firearm skill development classes and offers both in-person and online CCW course options.

Madera, Mariposa County

Instructors: Steve Carrillo

Long Barn, Mariposa County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.