Browse sheriff-approved CCW instructors statewide. Filter by county, class type, price, and format.
2A Firearms Academy is an officially authorized CCW training provider recognized by the Marin County Sheriff's Office. They offer 16-hour initial CCW training and 8-hour renewal courses with certified instructors focused on safe firearm handling, legal education, and confidence-building techniques. The academy serves Marin County and surrounding Bay Area communities with flexible scheduling and training for all skill levels from beginner to advanced shooters.
Bay Area Tactical Group (BAT Tactical) is the premier destination for tactical and firearms training in the Bay Area, offering courses for all skill levels from basic handgun training to advanced tactics. Their expert instructors provide education in a safe and supportive learning environment, with programs ranging from CCW courses to precision long-range training. The company operates multiple ranges and locations, including a private ranch range, and prioritizes safety while helping students become skilled and responsible gun owners.
Dapper Defense provides CCW training and NRA-certified firearms instruction in the East Bay area. The instructor holds multiple certifications including NRA Certified Instructor (Pistol, Shotgun, CCW, Personal Protection), NRA Law Enforcement Certified Instructor, USCCA Certified Instructor, BSIS Certified Instructor, DOJ CCW Certified Instructor (#067), and COTCCC Tactical Combat Casualty Care certification. Classes are by appointment only.
Defensive Accuracy, LLC is a firearms instruction company serving the Bay Area and Central California region. They offer California CCW initial courses, renewals, modifications, and private CCW classes, along with LEOSA qualifications and various NRA instructor training programs.
Delta Tactical Training Group is a veteran-owned, civilian firearms and self-defense training company established in 2011 in the San Francisco Bay Area. They offer CCW courses, basic and intermediate handgun training, and active shooter response courses with law enforcement, military, and NRA instructors. They serve Contra Costa County Sheriff's Office, Antioch PD, Concord PD, Martinez PD, Brentwood PD, Pleasant Hill PD, Pittsburg PD, and Sacramento County.
Dobbs Firearm Training provides California CCW training courses, specializing in 8-hour SB2 training requirements for permit renewals. They serve multiple counties including Calaveras, Contra Costa, Solano, Napa, Sacramento, and Yolo County. Currently operating from Richmond Rod & Gun Club.
Gun Kraft provides comprehensive CCW training at the San Leandro Rifle & Pistol Range, focusing on practical self-defense skills beyond shooting. Their curriculum covers situational awareness, California gun laws, use of force decision-making, emergency trauma care, low-light techniques, and holster selection. Led by instructors with over forty years of combined military and law enforcement experience, their training meets CCW requirements for Contra Costa County, Alameda County, and numerous Bay Area police departments.
LEO Defensive Concepts, LLC is a defensive firearms training company founded by law enforcement and medical professionals. Led by retired officers Joe Leonardo (29 years LE, 20 years SWAT) and Archie Chu (20 years LE), they offer tactically driven courses including CCW certification, pistol/rifle/shotgun training, and tactical medical courses. Training is conducted at the Livermore Pleasanton Rod and Gun Club and meets requirements for Contra Costa County, Alameda County, San Francisco County, San Mateo County, and other jurisdictions.
Friedman Firearms Training provides CCW training by appointment in compliance with PC26165 SB2 requirements for both initial and renewal applications. They specialize in one-on-one training sessions rather than group classes for personalized instruction. The company also offers mobile CCW training services and comprehensive online animated lessons on shooting fundamentals including aiming, grip control, trigger control, and breath control.
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Paladin Tactical is a firearms training company serving the Bay Area with operations at United Sportsmen range in Concord, CA. They offer CCW training along with advanced pistol, rifle, shotgun, and scenario-based training for responsible citizens, law enforcement, and security professionals. Their team focuses on providing exceptional instruction in a professional and safe training environment.
Instructors: Stephen Perrilliat
