What to bring to class
All students must arrive with the following gear. Rental equipment may be available, contact the instructor in advance.
- Firearm (must be on your permit application)
- 100 rounds of ammunition
- Eye protection (wrap-around)
- Ear protection (muffs or plugs)
- Holster
- Belt (sturdy, designed for carry)
- Spare magazine
- 6 snap caps
Contact
Calaveras, Marin, Napa, Nevada, Santa Clara & Stanislaus County
Contra Costa County
Counties Served
More CCW Classes
Bay Area Tactical (BAT)
San Joaquin CountyBay Area Tactical Group (BAT) serves San Joaquin County from its Tracy location at 7601 Eleventh St, providing California DOJ-approved CCW training alongside a full spectrum of firearms courses. The company operates multiple ranges at a private ranch facility, offering both private and public shooting options across various locations. Pricing for the 16-hour initial California CCW course stands at $400, with 8-hour renewals priced at $200. BAT also offers a 4-hour Utah multi-state CCW/CFP course for $100. Beyond concealed carry, the curriculum includes rifle, shotgun, and pistol courses designed for all skill levels, plus specialized offerings like "Defend Your Domain - Concealed Carry Edition" ($350) and medical training modules covering first-aid, CPR, AED, and DoD-certified Stop the Bleed instruction at $150 per module. Long-range precision training is available through two-part modules covering equipment setup, fundamentals, ballistics, and trajectory mapping at $250 each. The company partners with U.S. Law Shield to provide legal protection resources for members. Students can reach BAT at 415-568-6803 or batnett.orders@gmail.com, with direct course booking available through their website. The facility emphasizes safety protocols while maintaining a supportive training environment across its ranch-style ranges.
Hammerhead Institute of Training
San Joaquin CountyHammerhead Institute of Training is a BSIS-approved training facility based in Stockton, CA that offers comprehensive CCW training and security guard certification courses. They provide a 16-hour CCW course for $250 that requires students to already have CCW application approval from their local Sheriff's office before taking the class. The facility operates with multiple BSIS certifications including firearm and baton training facility licenses.
KW Defense
Stockton, San Joaquin CountyKW Defense offers comprehensive 16-hour CCW permit instruction approved for Stanislaus, Calaveras, Fresno, Kings, Madera, Merced, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, Stockton, and Tulare Counties, with all training and range qualification conducted at their own KW Defense Shooting Range. Led by Chuck Fields, KW Defense welcomes shooters of all experience levels, covering firearm purchase, storage, transportation, marksmanship, manipulation, and personal protection — making it a great choice even for those in areas that do not issue CCW permits but are serious about responsible self-defense training.