16-Hour Initial CCW Class
For first-time CCW applicants. Covers safety, laws, handling, and live-fire qualification.
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About
Jason Granados and Christine Keil instruct at ShootSafe Academy, drawing on more than 50 years of combined law enforcement and security experience that includes roles in gang enforcement, narcotics, vice units, SWAT operations, crisis negotiation, and field training. Jason holds a Federal Firearms License. The academy has delivered firearms instruction to Orange County for over 13 years and recently expanded to serve Riverside, Los Angeles, and San Diego counties, with training locations in Huntington Beach, Stanton, and Beaumont. ShootSafe emphasizes small class sizes to allow personalized attention tailored to individual student needs. The team offers California DOJ-approved 16-hour Basic CCW courses and 8-hour renewal courses, plus Arizona and Utah non-resident certifications that provide carry reciprocity in more than 38 states. Additional course offerings include BSIS Guard Card certification with programs ranging from 8 to 40 hours, Add-On Exposed Firearm Permit certification, quarterly firearms qualifications for security professionals, and Basic Pistol courses covering fundamental skills in classroom and range settings. Students can reach Jason at 714-625-1507 for Orange and Los Angeles County training, or Christine at 909-831-6244 for Riverside and San Diego County instruction.
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
8-Hour Renewal CCW Class
For existing permit holders. State-required refresher with live-fire qualification.
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Orange & San Diego County
Riverside County
Counties Served
Los AngelesOrangeRiversideSan Diego
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