Name: Personal Protection Academy
Address: 40685 California Oaks Rd STE E, Murrieta, CA 92562, Murrieta, CA, US
Telephone: 951-574-9009

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Personal Protection Academy is certified as an official CCW vendor by many Southern California municipalities and UT/AZ to administer both classroom and firing range portions of CCW initial or renewal applications. They serve Riverside County, San Diego County, and cities of Murrieta, Menifee, Hemet, Banning, and Beaumont, as well as offering multi-state CCW certification for UT & AZ that covers 36 states. The academy emphasizes that this is not a beginner's class and requires students to be proficient with gun handling and safety. Instructors: Mike Pettengill; Erin Pettengill

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.

$300

8-Hour Renewal CCW Class

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

$150

Add a Gun to Permit

Add additional firearms to your existing CCW permit.

$30

Contact

40685 California Oaks Rd STE E, Murrieta, CA 92562

951-574-9009

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