Find California CCW Instructors

Sutter County

CCW Shooters is owned and operated by Mike Cordisco, a Life Member of the NRA who transitioned from telecommunications management to firearms instruction in 2018. The company offers concealed carry training courses for individuals of all skill levels and is licensed to provide training in multiple California counties including Sacramento, Yuba, Sutter, Nevada, and others, as well as Arizona. Mike brings extensive certifications including NRA Pistol Instructor, CA Concealed Carry Handgun Instructor, DOJ Certified Instructor, and NRA Chief Range Safety Officer credentials to his instruction.

Sutter County

Conseale is operated by John Green, a DOJ Certified Pistol Instructor and NRA Instructor for Personal Protection Inside and Outside the Home. They offer SB2 compliant 16-hour CCW permit classes and 8-hour recertification courses for Sutter and Yuba Counties. The company also provides private classes at clients' homes or businesses and operates as a Range Safety Officer.

Sutter County

Crossed Star Firearms operates from Marysville under lead instructor Morgan Bischoff, an NRA, DOJ, and Range Safety Officer certified firearms instructor. The company delivers California-approved CCW training across 15 Northern California counties including Butte, Contra Costa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, San Benito, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity, Yolo, and Yuba. Bischoff offers 16-hour initial CCW courses at $300 and 8-hour renewal classes at $175, both conducted at a private outdoor range. The curriculum covers shooting fundamentals, malfunction remediation, defensive encounter handling, proper mindset, and aftermath management. Beyond CCW certification, Crossed Star provides Introduction to Firearms, Pistol Familiarization, Ladies Pistol courses, Intro to Rifles, Intro to Shotgun, Range Etiquette, and Situational Awareness training. The company also offers specialized training for real estate agents and private lessons. Bischoff maintains controlled class sizes to ensure favorable student-teacher ratios. Multiple student testimonials highlight the instructor's ability to create a comfortable learning environment, particularly for female students seeking approachable firearms instruction. Additional offerings include a 2-hour multi-state CCW course at $125 and non-California resident CCW certification available in hybrid or in-person formats depending on county requirements. All courses are conducted at the company's location on Loma Rica Road in Marysville.

Sutter County

Shooter's Paradise of Yuba City is a veteran-owned and operated indoor shooting range and gun shop featuring the only public indoor range in the Yuba/Sutter area. They carry name brands including Springfield, Glock, Sig Sauer, Beretta, and Ruger, along with consignment firearms. The facility offers CCW classes, basic handgun courses, and various training options with experienced instructors.

Bishop, Sutter County

Sierra Tactical Training and Active Response Resources operates from Bishop and provides certified CCW training for Inyo, Mono, Yuba, and Sutter Counties. The company's instructors collectively bring over 100 years of firearms training experience from law enforcement and public safety backgrounds. STTARR has developed an online course delivery system that allows students to complete the majority of classroom instruction at their own pace before attending in-person range qualification at Bishop Gun Club, located three miles north of Bishop on U.S. Highway 395. The online format includes segment-by-segment testing with common sense questions and a mental health component taught by a professional in that field. Initial 16-hour CCW certification courses are priced at $275, while 8-hour renewal courses cost $150. The company schedules regular Saturday training dates throughout the year and accepts deposits through their direct booking system. Beyond CCW certification, STTARR offers a Basic Defensive Handgun Course designed to prepare permit holders for real defensive scenarios, along with advanced training in low light shooting, defensive handgun techniques, and rifle/shotgun courses. Students may also obtain Arizona Concealed Firearm Permit application certification for an additional $30 fee, providing carry privileges in approximately 31 states including Nevada.

Yuba City, Sutter County

Twin Cities Rod and Gun Club holds monthly CCW classes on the second Saturday of each month at its Yuba City facility, serving residents across Yuba, Sutter, and Colusa counties. NRA-certified instructors deliver the training at 1125 Market Street, with courses structured to meet California Department of Justice requirements for new permit applicants and renewals. Non-member pricing runs $120 for the 16-hour initial course and $85 for the 8-hour renewal, with club members receiving discounted rates. The cost includes all range fees and targets, eliminating add-on expenses during the live-fire portion. Additional firearms can be qualified for $5 per gun. The predictable monthly schedule and bundled pricing structure appeal to residents seeking straightforward, no-surprise instruction at an established shooting club rather than a standalone training company.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sutter County

DAFAST (Dee Adams Fire Arms Safety Training) is operated by Dee Adams, a retired application developer who specializes in concealed carry instruction with the latest legal updates and processes. She offers in-person, online, and private classes with flexible scheduling and is approved to teach CCW courses across multiple California counties including Yuba, Sutter, Sacramento, Colusa, Yolo, and Placer. Adams holds P.O.S.T. certification from Riverside Sheriff's Department and leads the local Armed Women of America chapter, focusing on safety training for women and families.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sutter County

Down Range Indoor Training Center operates Northern California's only 5-star rated range according to the National Shooting Sports Foundation from its 13407 Garner Lane facility in Chico. The facility features the area's only 25-yard indoor range accommodating pistols, rifles, and shotguns, with capacity for calibers up to .50 caliber at 4,200 fps or less. Down Range offers CCW initial and renewal classes alongside advanced pistol courses, specialized training for women and youth, and defensive shooting scenarios. Beyond training, the center maintains a full-line firearms retail store stocked with ammunition, accessories, optics, holsters, and shooting gear. An on-site gunsmith provides firearms repair and customization services. The facility operates Monday through Friday 6am to 8pm and weekends 7am to 9pm. After acquiring Uniforms, Tuxedos and More, Down Range became the North State's exclusive provider of professional-grade uniforms for police, fire, EMS, and other service professionals, servicing all regional law enforcement, fire, EMS, and automotive academies while offering embroidery, heat press, and screen printing capabilities. Membership options provide shooting privileges, training discounts, and retail savings both in-store and online.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sutter County

Miladi Defense provides concealed carry weapon (CCW) certification courses in Yuba City, California. They offer the state-required 16-hour initial certification course and 8-hour renewal course, covering firearm safety, handling, shooting techniques, and California CCW law. The company serves Yuba, Sutter, Placer, and Colusa counties and also provides various levels of handgun training courses.

Sutter, Sutter County

NorCal Tactical is a firearms retailer and training provider located in Sutter, California. They offer concealed carry courses including initial and renewal classes, as well as basic firearm training. The company provides both group and private courses and maintains an inventory of handguns, rifles, shotguns, ammunition, and optics.

Sutter County

Northern Firearms Instruction is a team of highly experienced NRA Firearms Instructors located throughout California, considered the authority on CCW law and firearm training throughout the State. NFI specializes in California CCW courses for new as well as experienced shooters, teaching students to shoot safely in a stress-free learning environment. They are authorized to teach CCW to residents in over 50 California counties and cities, with classes held at various Sportsman's Warehouse locations and other venues throughout the state.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.

Sutter County

Sheriff-approved CCW instruction and renewal classes.