Madison Society Foundation

Merced County

559 CCW serves Merced, Plumas, and neighboring Central Valley counties with DOJ-certified California concealed carry training priced at $165 for the 16-hour initial course and $125 for the 8-hour renewal. The operation is led by a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and former Primary Marksmanship Instructor who holds DOJ certification. Students choose between interactive online courses—available to residents of Fresno (both PD and Sheriff), Tulare, Madera, Merced, Kings, and Plumas Counties—and in-person classes that include free lunch. Online instruction automatically saves progress, allowing self-paced completion before scheduling live-fire qualification at local ranges. The program meets Penal Code §26165 and SB2 requirements, with training structured around firearm safety, California use-of-force laws, shooting fundamentals, and responsible concealed carry. A specialized non-resident course is offered to qualified out-of-state applicants affiliated with organizations such as Gun Owners of California, CRPA, GOA, or SAF who demonstrate valid reasons for California travel. 559 CCW maintains 5.0-star Google ratings across 183 reviews, with students consistently noting the instructor's professionalism, patience, and hands-on guidance during range qualification. Direct booking is available through the website for all course options, including a 12-course firearms education bundle offered at $49.99.

Modesto, Merced County

Called2Arms Gun Range is an online training academy specializing in security professional and CCW classes for firearm owners. With over 30 years of experience in the Central Valley, they offer comprehensive training including CCW courses, BSIS security training, and various defensive skills courses. Their certified instructors hold NRA Law Enforcement, BSIS, DOJ CCW, and P.O.S.T. certifications, serving both civilian CCW holders and security professionals.

Chowchilla, Merced County

First Priority Security Consulting LLC holds both FFL01 and FFL07 federal firearms licenses, enabling the Tracy-based company to sell firearms and perform specialized modifications and armorer work. Keith Brown serves as CEO and principal instructor, leading CCW qualification courses, basic firearms training, and security guard certification programs across San Joaquin, Sacramento, and Alameda counties. The business maintains factory-certified armorer credentials for Glock, SIG SAUER, and AR-15 platforms, offering repair and modification services that preserve manufacturer warranties. Brown holds U.S. Department of Justice certification as an Active Shooter Threat and Use of Force Instructor and maintains training in basic and advanced life-saving procedures. The company's training methodology emphasizes shooting fundamentals—proper stance, grip, sight alignment, and sight picture—using replica AirSoft guns for skill confirmation before live fire. Beyond firearms services, First Priority operates as a California LiveScan fingerprint operator and provides security consulting for homes and businesses preparing for natural or man-made disaster events. The company also delivers California DOJ instructor certification courses, exposed firearm permit training, 8-hour Power of Arrest and 32-hour security guard skills training, and stocks self-defense products. Initial 16-hour CCW courses for residents of San Joaquin, Sacramento, and Alameda counties cost $325 and include foundational firearms instruction. All services operate strictly by appointment from the Banff Court location in Tracy.