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ACAM SOCIETY LLC is a firearms training company established in 2021 that offers both online and in-person CCW courses compliant with California's SB2 requirements. They provide a hybrid approach with 15 hours of online instruction plus 1 hour of live-fire qualification for initial courses, and specialize in training for real estate professionals. The company is approved by multiple counties including Madera, Fresno, and Kings County.
Foothill Training is a California-based firearms training company offering CCW courses in a relaxed outdoor environment on their 5-acre facility. Led by an instructor with extensive law enforcement and military qualifications including POST Advanced Instructor Certification and SWAT experience, they provide both initial 16-hour CCW classes and 8-hour renewal courses. Their training includes meals and takes place at an outdoor range with obstacle courses and room clearing facilities.
John Lewis Professional Firearms Instruction (JLPFI) is a Central Valley-based firearms training company specializing in concealed weapons permit courses and advanced firearms instruction. They offer CCW courses approved by multiple law enforcement agencies including Fresno County Sheriff, Fresno PD, and several other Central Valley departments. The company emphasizes personalized training experiences in small group or private formats, with a philosophy of staying 'Forever In Training' and defining the difference between shooting and training.
Madera Firearms offers the widest variety of firearm training and safety classes in the Central Valley. Their expert coaching staff focuses on training students to be responsible, ethical and safe shooters using a supportive approach without yelling or barking instructions. They provide both initial CCW training and renewal courses for Madera and Fresno County.
Next Step Training LLC is led by husband-and-wife team Jeff and Marni Watkins, combining backgrounds in law enforcement and education to provide comprehensive firearms training. They offer CCW permit courses, private training starting at $40 per hour, and various firearms training subscriptions. The company serves multiple California agencies including Fresno County Sheriff, Kings County Sheriff, Hanford PD, Lemoore PD, and Tulare County Sheriff, with an added bonus of offering non-resident Arizona permits.
Police Science Institute and Range Pistol Club has been the Valley's premier independent school for security and law enforcement training since 1991. The facility combines a full-service indoor firearm range with comprehensive CCW classes, security training, and other firearms instruction. They offer CCW initial permits, renewals, Utah non-resident permits, and specialized women's classes, with online payment capabilities and walk-in availability.
Practical Training Solutions is a professional firearms training company serving Tulare, Kern, Kings, and Fresno Counties in California. They provide comprehensive CCW training designed to equip civilians with the knowledge and skills to protect themselves and others. The company offers both initial CCW classes and renewal courses, with classes held in Porterville.
Advanced Combat Evolutions is a POST-certified tactical training company specializing in law enforcement courses. They offer specialized training in precision rifle fundamentals, sniper operations, vehicle extractions, building searches, and various tactical operations. The company provides both scheduled courses across California and private training options for law enforcement agencies.
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Instructors: John Bawcom
Instructors: Tony Aguilar
Instructors: Manuel Duran
Instructors: Donald Merrick
April Skye Defense Tactics is a certified firearms instructor offering CCW classes for Tulare, Kings, Fresno and Madera Counties in California. April specializes in teaching women and has extensive certifications including USCCA, The Well Armed Woman, and NRA instructor ratings. She operates by appointment only and also offers non-lethal personal safety products through Damsel in Defense.
Instructors: Arnold Serna
Instructors: Atif Rana
Instructors: Mary Mitchell
Instructors: Eddie Reynoso
California Online CCW specializes in providing 16-hour online CCW courses for non-residents seeking to carry while visiting California. The company has been providing California-approved courses since 2020 and offers 24/7 online access for convenience. Their course is currently accepted by 15 California counties and agencies, with students completing live-fire qualifications through the issuing agency.
Instructors: Vance Wedeking
Central Valley Defensive Training provides firearms training courses including California CCW classes that satisfy SB2 requirements, NRA Basic Pistol, Personal Protection Inside and Outside the Home, and various defensive pistol courses. They offer both private one-on-one lessons and group classes, with specialized services for last-minute renewal classes and adding new firearms to CCW permits. The company serves multiple counties including Fresno, Madera, and works with various police departments in the Central Valley area.
Chavez Firearms 209 is a smaller, full-service firearms shop that offers CCW classes for Madera, Merced, Fresno, and Stanislaus Counties, as well as Utah CCW classes. They emphasize personalized service with a comfortable atmosphere, treating customers with respect and taking time to answer questions. The business prides itself on passing savings to customers while providing the same services as larger competitors.
Concealed Coalition is a nationwide provider of concealed carry permit training offering both online and local in-person classes. They have trained over 1,000,000 students through their network of certified instructors and maintain partnerships with national brands for classroom locations and gun ranges. The company focuses on delivering engaging, experiential learning through scenario-based training designed to build confidence and preparedness for responsible firearm ownership.
Instructors: Dan Souza
Instructors: Rodolfo Tabares
Instructors: Robert Leon Orndoff
Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.
Instructors: Eric Olsen
Instructors: Greg Estrada
Instructors: Sam Carter
Instructors: Devin Stout
Instructors: Richard Mendoza
Freedom Firearms is a firearms training company led by Rick Field, a former SWAT Law Enforcement Officer, Army Combat Medic, and Law Enforcement Certified Firearms Instructor. They offer comprehensive training from beginner to advanced levels, including CCW instruction, fundamentals of marksmanship, and advanced tactical shooting with handguns and rifles. Their approach emphasizes the legal, ethical, and practical dimensions of firearm use and ownership.
Fresno Rifle and Pistol Club is an outdoor recreational shooting facility located 15 minutes from Fresno and Clovis on 220 acres at the base of the Sierra foothills. Incorporated in 1934, FRPC provides a safe and comfortable environment to enjoy the sport of shooting and hosts five shooting clubs that offer a wide variety of shooting sports for the whole family. The club offers multiple ranges from 60 to 980 yards and has staff that provides gun education and CCW process assistance.
Instructors: Ralph Garcia
Instructors: Justin Bowerman Owner
Instructors: Albert Chan
Instructors: Matthew Haywood
Instructors: Bruce Hartman
Instructors: Donald Penner
Instructors: Robin Corley
Instinct Defense specializes in firearms safety instruction and home defense strategies with a goal of providing knowledge and skills to protect yourself and loved ones. They offer group and private courses ranging from basic/intermediate pistol training to advanced courses, CCW initial and renewal classes, and specialized training including women's classes and night vision instruction.
Instructors: Jim Bernardi
Instructors: Todd Cotta; Mark Evans; Patrick Fowler; Christopher Pietroforte; Austin Traylor; Christopher Costello; Shannon Cernosek
Instructors: Edmon Muradyan
Instructors: Matthew Lopez
Instructors: Andy Washington
Instructors: Ron J. Pierini
Instructors: Devon Fullner; Chris Desmond; John Mikkelson; Gerald "Marty" True Pete; Marin Curtis
Instructors: Thomas K Cribbs
Instructors: Matthew Pimentel
Mays Gun Shop is a DOJ certified CCW instructor offering initial and renewal CCW training using NRA curriculum in the Merced County area. They provide comprehensive firearms training focusing on basic gun fundamentals, defensive skills, and mental wellness. The shop also offers gun sales, ammunition, FSC cards, transfers, and operates by appointment only.
Instructors: Steven Mcphetridge
Instructors: Maria Diaz; Gavin Conely; James Loyd
Instructors: Steven Carrillo
Sun Mountain Gun Club is a shooting facility nestled in the beautiful foothills of Coarsegold, just south of Yosemite National Park and approximately 30 miles north of Fresno. The club offers trap, sporting clays, pistol bays, rifle ranges, and various shooting courses including CCW classes and basic handgun courses. They feature state-of-the-art facilities with automated stations and host monthly shooting events for members and guests.
Tactical 360 is a firearms training company located in Bakersfield, California, led by certified instructor Chris Martinez with over 30 years of experience. They specialize in training law enforcement officers, military personnel, and private citizens in firearms and defensive tactics. The company offers both in-person and online CCW courses for Kern County, California, Utah, and Arizona, along with various USCCA courses and specialized law enforcement training.
Instructors: Kevin Carnes
Vigilance Plus Training & Development transforms everyday citizens into their own first responders through comprehensive personal safety and self-defense training. They offer a broad range of courses including concealed carry, home protection, firearms safety, marksmanship, and emergency first aid, delivered through multiple formats including online, classroom, in-home, and on-the-range instruction. Their courses are designed to help individuals achieve high levels of situational awareness, conflict avoidance, and personal protection skills.
Zaks Guns LLC is a firearms retailer dedicated to providing competitive prices and customer service in the firearms industry. They specialize in firearm transfers, ammunition sales, and serve as a Blue Label dealer for Glock with LEO/First Responder discounts available for Smith & Wesson and Sig Sauer. The shop handles transfers from major online retailers and auction sites with California-compliant firearms verification.
