About

Founded 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. Instructors: Scott Jackson

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.

$340

8-Hour Renewal CCW Class

For existing permit holders. State-required refresher with live-fire qualification.

$—

Contact

San Benito County

390 Lang Road Burlingame, CA. 94010

Santa Cruz County

390 Lang Rd, Burlingame, CA 94010

650-315-3665

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Counties Served

San BenitoSanta Cruz

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