About
6th Nation Gun Club is owned by Dane and Dana Hanson, who collectively bring over 17 years of experience in defensive shooting with 8 years dedicated to teaching. They are NRA certified in pistol, rifle, shotgun, PPIH, and PPOH, as well as DOJ certified CCW instructors. Classes are held at their exclusive outdoor shooting range located 45 minutes southeast of Hollister, CA, accessible only by membership or through their classes. Instructors: Dana Hanson
All classes meet California DOJ and local sheriff requirements. Students receive a certificate of completion and range qualification results on the day of training.
Available Classes & Prices
16-Hour Initial CCW Class
For first-time CCW applicants. Covers safety, laws, handling, and live-fire qualification.
$350
8-Hour Renewal CCW Class
For existing permit holders. State-required refresher with live-fire qualification.
$200
Add a Gun to Permit
Add additional firearms to your existing CCW permit.
$50
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Counties Served
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AAO
San Benito CountyAAO offers certified California CCW courses throughout the Bay Area with both in-person and online options. Their team includes DOJ certified instructors with extensive law enforcement backgrounds, including former CHP officers and tactical team operators. They provide comprehensive CCW training with a personalized approach, serving multiple counties including Sonoma, Marin, Sacramento, and San Francisco areas.
ASP Security Tactics
Petaluma, San Benito CountyASP Firearms Training offers a diverse and highly experienced team of instructors covering a wide range of backgrounds including competitive shooting, law enforcement, military, and civilian self-defense. The team includes a 25-year CA P.O.S.T. certified firearms instructor and retired correctional officer, a Marine Corps armorer and expert-qualified shooter, a DOJ CCW-certified and NRA-certified instructor, and a certified NRA Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor, among others. Together they offer CCW permit instruction, basic through advanced firearms training, and a welcoming environment for students of all ages and experience levels — from Boy Scouts to senior citizens.
Bay Area Firearms
Burlingame, San Benito CountyFounded in 2002, Bay Area Firearms Training Group is an NRA and multi-agency certified firearms training organization serving the Bay Area, authorized to teach California CCW courses in San Benito, Alameda, Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Placer Counties. They offer a wide range of training for pistols, rifles, and shotguns for all skill levels, with courses available 7 days a week at top Bay Area ranges. With over 20 years of experience, their instructors are committed to promoting responsible firearm ownership, safety, and marksmanship — with Mandarin-speaking instructors also available.