Find California CCW Instructors

San Joaquin County

Bay Area Tactical Group (BAT) serves San Joaquin County from its Tracy location at 7601 Eleventh St, providing California DOJ-approved CCW training alongside a full spectrum of firearms courses. The company operates multiple ranges at a private ranch facility, offering both private and public shooting options across various locations. Pricing for the 16-hour initial California CCW course stands at $400, with 8-hour renewals priced at $200. BAT also offers a 4-hour Utah multi-state CCW/CFP course for $100. Beyond concealed carry, the curriculum includes rifle, shotgun, and pistol courses designed for all skill levels, plus specialized offerings like "Defend Your Domain - Concealed Carry Edition" ($350) and medical training modules covering first-aid, CPR, AED, and DoD-certified Stop the Bleed instruction at $150 per module. Long-range precision training is available through two-part modules covering equipment setup, fundamentals, ballistics, and trajectory mapping at $250 each. The company partners with U.S. Law Shield to provide legal protection resources for members. Students can reach BAT at 415-568-6803 or batnett.orders@gmail.com, with direct course booking available through their website. The facility emphasizes safety protocols while maintaining a supportive training environment across its ranch-style ranges.

Linden, San Joaquin County

Defensive Accuracy Firearms Training operates from Linden in San Joaquin County under instructors Larry Zeinke and Larry Deacon. The company provides California CCW services including initial certification, renewals, and modifications, with CCW modification/add-a-gun appointments priced at $149. Private CCW classes are available for students seeking personalized instruction. For law enforcement officers, the company offers LEOSA (Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act) qualifications. Beyond CCW services, Defensive Accuracy maintains a robust calendar of NRA instructor training programs scheduled throughout 2026, including NRA Pistol Instructor Training in June and August, NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home Instructor Training in July, NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home Basic in August, NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home Instructor in August, NRA Shotgun Instructor Training in July, NRA CCW Instructor Training in October, and NRA CCW Basic in October. The company can be reached at two phone numbers (209-931-6523 or 209-603-5771) or by email at benhike@daccw.com for scheduling and course information.

San Joaquin County

Hammerhead Institute of Training is a BSIS-approved training facility based in Stockton, CA that offers comprehensive CCW training and security guard certification courses. They provide a 16-hour CCW course for $250 that requires students to already have CCW application approval from their local Sheriff's office before taking the class. The facility operates with multiple BSIS certifications including firearm and baton training facility licenses.

Stockton, San Joaquin County

KW Defense offers comprehensive 16-hour CCW permit instruction approved for Stanislaus, Calaveras, Fresno, Kings, Madera, Merced, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, Stockton, and Tulare Counties, with all training and range qualification conducted at their own KW Defense Shooting Range. Led by Chuck Fields, KW Defense welcomes shooters of all experience levels, covering firearm purchase, storage, transportation, marksmanship, manipulation, and personal protection — making it a great choice even for those in areas that do not issue CCW permits but are serious about responsible self-defense training.

San Joaquin County

Valley Defensive Solutions offers California CCW training courses for residents in Sacramento, San Joaquin, Placer, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara counties. They provide CCW initial courses, renewals, BSIS renewals, and Basic Pistol courses designed to meet the needs of shooters at every level of experience. The company focuses on teaching firearm safety, proficiency, and responsible gun ownership to increase confidence and competence.

Clovis, San Joaquin County

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.

Modesto, San Joaquin County

Instructors: Jerry Stenner

Linden, San Joaquin County

Concealed Coalition is a nationwide online authority for concealed carry permit training that combines next-generation digital learning with hands-on education experiences. They offer both online video courses and in-person training through a network of certified instructors and classroom location partnerships with national brands. The company has trained over 1 million people and provides multi-state certified concealed carry courses designed to change perceptions about firearms through emotional, entertaining, and informative training experiences.

Linden, San Joaquin County

Defensive Weapons School is operated by Dan Souza, who has been instructing firearms safety, marksmanship and responsible tactics since 2005. The school holds multiple NRA certifications including Training Counselor, Pistol, Rifle, PPOH, PPIH, CRSO, and RTBV, as well as UTAH CCW and CA CCW certifications for multiple counties including Tuolumne, Calaveras, San Joaquin, and Fresno.

Tracy, San Joaquin County

Elite Armory offers online CCW courses including 16-hour initial and 8-hour renewal courses that allow students to go at their own pace according to their schedule. Upon completion of the online portion, students take the live fire test at their range in Tracy, CA. They also provide custom AR-15 builds, Glock armorer services, and firearm maintenance.

San Joaquin County

Linden Gun Range is a public outdoor shooting facility in San Joaquin County featuring pistol and rifle ranges from 7.5 to 200 yards. They offer the LGR Academy for certified firearms training and operate with minimal wait times in a clean, safety-focused environment. The facility also features competitive shooting through the Linden Competitive Shooting Club with monthly USPSA-style competitions.

Manteca Sportsman, San Joaquin County

Instructors: James Wong & Tim Lee

San Joaquin County

Instructors: Cherle Simase-Grover

Manteca Sportsmans Club, San Joaquin County

Instructors: Marshall Jones