16-Hour Initial CCW Class
For first-time CCW applicants. Covers safety, laws, handling, and live-fire qualification.
$300
About
Crossed Star Firearms operates from Marysville under lead instructor Morgan Bischoff, an NRA, DOJ, and Range Safety Officer certified firearms instructor. The company delivers California-approved CCW training across 15 Northern California counties including Butte, Contra Costa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, San Benito, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity, Yolo, and Yuba. Bischoff offers 16-hour initial CCW courses at $300 and 8-hour renewal classes at $175, both conducted at a private outdoor range. The curriculum covers shooting fundamentals, malfunction remediation, defensive encounter handling, proper mindset, and aftermath management. Beyond CCW certification, Crossed Star provides Introduction to Firearms, Pistol Familiarization, Ladies Pistol courses, Intro to Rifles, Intro to Shotgun, Range Etiquette, and Situational Awareness training. The company also offers specialized training for real estate agents and private lessons. Bischoff maintains controlled class sizes to ensure favorable student-teacher ratios. Multiple student testimonials highlight the instructor's ability to create a comfortable learning environment, particularly for female students seeking approachable firearms instruction. Additional offerings include a 2-hour multi-state CCW course at $125 and non-California resident CCW certification available in hybrid or in-person formats depending on county requirements. All courses are conducted at the company's location on Loma Rica Road in Marysville. Instructors: Morgan Dant
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
8-Hour Renewal CCW Class
For existing permit holders. State-required refresher with live-fire qualification.
$175
Contact
Butte, Glenn, Lassen, Nevada, Placer, Plumas & San Benito County
12501 Loma Rica Rd, Marysville, CA 95901
Sutter, Tehama, Trinity & Yuba County
Counties Served
ButteGlennLassenNevadaPlacerPlumasSan BenitoSutterTehamaTrinityYuba
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