Not Today Self Defense

Not Today Self Defense & Firearms Training is led by Tom Durell, a California Department of Justice P.O.S.T. Certified Firearms Instructor with certifications from the NRA, USCCA, and American Red Cross. The company offers comprehensive firearms training from basic pistol fundamentals to CCW training, along with self-defense education including Krav Maga. They provide Orange County Sheriff's CCW permit training and also offer Arizona Non-Resident CCW add-on courses to expand reciprocity to additional states.

Mission Viejo, Orange County

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Not Today Self Defense & Firearms Training is led by Tom Durell, a California Department of Justice P.O.S.T. Certified Firearms Instructor with certifications from the NRA, USCCA, and American Red Cross. The company offers comprehensive firearms training from basic pistol fundamentals to CCW training, along with self-defense education including Krav Maga. They provide Orange County Sheriff's CCW permit training and also offer Arizona Non-Resident CCW add-on courses to expand reciprocity to additional states.

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.

$—

8-Hour Renewal CCW Class

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

$—

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562-666-9988

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Counties Served

Orange

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