16-Hour Initial CCW Class
For first-time CCW applicants. Covers safety, laws, handling, and live-fire qualification.
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Riverside Sharpshooter is a firearms training company led by instructor Phillip Ashley, who brings 25 years of law enforcement and 4 years of military experience to his instruction. The company offers Riverside County Sheriff's approved CCW courses that meet California's 16-hour initial and 8-hour renewal requirements, using a state-of-the-art realistic simulator for training scenarios. They also provide beginner courses, advanced training, red dot optics courses, and home defense instruction, with mobile capabilities including a shooting gallery for events and parties.
, Riverside County
Riverside Sharpshooter is a firearms training company led by instructor Phillip Ashley, who brings 25 years of law enforcement and 4 years of military experience to his instruction. The company offers Riverside County Sheriff's approved CCW courses that meet California's 16-hour initial and 8-hour renewal requirements, using a state-of-the-art realistic simulator for training scenarios. They also provide beginner courses, advanced training, red dot optics courses, and home defense instruction, with mobile capabilities including a shooting gallery for events and parties.
All classes meet California DOJ and local sheriff requirements. Students receive a certificate of completion and range qualification results on the day of training.
For first-time CCW applicants. Covers safety, laws, handling, and live-fire qualification.
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For existing permit holders. State-required refresher with live-fire qualification.
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5 Arrows Tactical Training provides comprehensive firearms training for civilians, military, and law enforcement with instructors who are former military and/or law enforcement and NRA certified. They offer a wide range of courses including NRA Certified Courses, Beginning Pistol/Shotgun/Rifle, Self-Defense Pistol (3 levels), Carbine, Shotgun, Long Range Rifle, Multi-State CCW classes (UT, FL, OR, VA, & AZ), and Advanced Medical training. The company emphasizes creating well-rounded students trained in safe environments who remain competent in stressful situations, with training conducted at ranges throughout Southern California and a classroom located in San Dimas.
Alpha Tango Operations Group is a veteran-owned business specializing in training and preparedness for everyone. They offer CCW certification courses, private firearms training, medical training including CPR and Stop the Bleed, and various pistol fundamentals classes. The company focuses on helping students prepare, train, and succeed with their firearms and emergency preparedness goals.
Back Two Basics offers practical, certified CCW training in Riverside County from experienced instructor Ruben Rosas, formerly with the Department of Corrections. They provide comprehensive 16-hour CCW courses for new applicants and renewals, along with NRA-certified instruction and other safety training including CPR and Stop the Bleed. The company emphasizes accessible safety training with competitive pricing and flexible class times in a supportive, no-pressure learning environment.