Tactical 360 Firearms Training

Tactical 360 provides California Department of Justice-certified firearms instruction throughout Kern County, led by Chris Martinez who holds credentials as a USCCA Law Enforcement Instructor, DOJ Instructor, and Chief Range Safety Officer with over 30 years of training experience. The Bakersfield-based company serves law enforcement officers, military personnel, and private citizens through both in-person and online course formats. Martinez offers 16-hour initial CCW certification courses for Kern County, California, Utah, and Arizona permits, along with Kern County Sheriff's Department-approved 8-hour renewal training. The curriculum extends beyond basic permit requirements to include USCCA courses in pistol, rifle, and shotgun fundamentals, defensive shooting, and home protection tactics. Tactical 360 also provides Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Card certification and renewal, exposed firearms permit courses, and the 12-hour BSIS Course of Fire required for armed security licensing. Law enforcement-specific offerings include specialized training in Taser deployment, baton techniques, and OC pepper spray application. Martinez structures instruction around simulated lethal encounter scenarios, emphasizing defensive tactics and stress-response skill development beyond what typical carry permit courses require. All training sessions require a $15 non-refundable deposit, with one-on-one instruction available at $100 per hour for students seeking individualized attention on specific tactical topics or shooting fundamentals. Instructors: Chris Martinez

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Tactical 360 provides California Department of Justice-certified firearms instruction throughout Kern County, led by Chris Martinez who holds credentials as a USCCA Law Enforcement Instructor, DOJ Instructor, and Chief Range Safety Officer with over 30 years of training experience. The Bakersfield-based company serves law enforcement officers, military personnel, and private citizens through both in-person and online course formats. Martinez offers 16-hour initial CCW certification courses for Kern County, California, Utah, and Arizona permits, along with Kern County Sheriff's Department-approved 8-hour renewal training. The curriculum extends beyond basic permit requirements to include USCCA courses in pistol, rifle, and shotgun fundamentals, defensive shooting, and home protection tactics. Tactical 360 also provides Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) Guard Card certification and renewal, exposed firearms permit courses, and the 12-hour BSIS Course of Fire required for armed security licensing. Law enforcement-specific offerings include specialized training in Taser deployment, baton techniques, and OC pepper spray application. Martinez structures instruction around simulated lethal encounter scenarios, emphasizing defensive tactics and stress-response skill development beyond what typical carry permit courses require. All training sessions require a $15 non-refundable deposit, with one-on-one instruction available at $100 per hour for students seeking individualized attention on specific tactical topics or shooting fundamentals. Instructors: Chris Martinez

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.

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8-Hour Renewal CCW Class

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

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661-497-3089

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