Firearm Classes for Women and Men
916-844-2486
Sign up for May 4th class or May 31st class!
NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course
So you want to learn how to shoot? Wonderful! You have come to the right place! This course will be held in one day for approximately 6 to 8 hours. You will learn the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for owning and using a revolver and semi-automatic pistol in a safe manner. Safety comes first, and we stress that throughout the day. You will learn how to identify parts of a pistol and action types and will be able to demonstrate how to handle a pistol safely. You will also learn about the five components of a pistol cartridge and the firing sequence. We will talk about the factors in determining purchasing a handgun and storage. You will also learn about malfunctions and how to clear them. Shooting is not just about aiming and pulling the trigger. We will teach you the five fundamentals of marksmanship. This class includes classroom time and range time. Handguns are provided if you need one. You must register at least one week before the class. The fee is $175.00 plus the $20.00 range fee, payable on the day of class.
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Private Class
Need a refresher on shooting fundamentals? Are you getting ready to take the CCW Qualification Test? Got a new gun? Give us a call!
We can meet at the range and fine-tune your skills to get you confident!
Sign up and we will give you a call to coordinate the time and place. $75.00 an hour, minimum 2 hours.
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HOLSTER TO TARGET: ADVANCED BASICS
You've taken the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Class but want to get your CCW. This is the next class you must take to learn more before getting your CCW. We will go over how to draw from a holster, do drills to improve your shooting, learn how to shoot and walk, and many other skill builders. This is a four-hour class at the range. You will need a Kydex outside the waistband holster, a Kydex magazine pouch, a gun belt, and other safety items. The course is $100.00 plus $20.00 range fee.
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Next Class is April 6, 2025!
CCW Renewal for Sac County, Yolo County
CCW Permit Renewal class is approximately 8 hours long as per requirements set forth by SB2. It consists of an in-person lecture, written test, instructional videos, practical training and a range qualification. The entire class is taught in person. It covers the following but not limited to:
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California laws regarding the possession of a firearm in public as per SB2
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California laws regarding the safe storage of a firearm within a residence and in public
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California laws regarding the permissible use of a firearm
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Criminal and Civil liability laws regarding firearms
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Safe Handling of firearms including assembly, disassembly, cleaning and reassembly.
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Firearm safety, responsible firearm ownership.
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Safe storage, handling, transportation and maintenance of a firearm.
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Different ammunition types: hollow point vs. full metal jacket.
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Responsibilities associated with possessing and carrying a firearm.
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De-escalation techniques and threat assessment.
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Holster types and selection.
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Federal Firearms laws.
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Traveling with firearms.
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How to safely, respectfully, and courteously handle a law enforcement encounter such as being pulled over.
The fee is $175.00 for up to three firearms. A $20.00 range fee is payable on the day of class.
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NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home
This course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for the protection of self and family, and provides information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense. This course is for law-abiding adult citizens, as defined by applicable federal, state or local law, and experienced shooters (shooters able to show mastery of the basic skills of safe gun handling, shooting a group, zeroing the firearm, and cleaning the firearm). Prospective participants can demonstrate that they have the requisite knowledge, skills, and attitudes by producing an NRA Basic Pistol Course Certificate, NRA FIRST Steps Course Certificate, NRA pistol competitive shooting qualification card, military DD 214 with pistol qualification, or passing the Holster to Target Class.
This is an eight-hour course. Students should expect to shoot approximately 100 rounds of ammunition. Students will learn basic defensive shooting skills; strategies for home safety and responding to a violent confrontation; firearms and the law; how to choose a handgun for self-defense; and continued opportunities for skill development.
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Safety
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Mental Preparation
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Basic Defensive Shooting Skills
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Strategies for Home and Personal Safety
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Firearms, Self-Defense and the Law
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Selecting Firearms, Ammunition and Accessories
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Firearm Maintenance
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Defensive Handgun Introduction
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Gun Handling & Cleaning
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NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home
The NRA's Basics of Personal Protection Outside the Home Course is an intermediate-level shooting course on how to use a firearm for self-defense & requires students to have already mastered safe gun handling & basic marksmanship skills prior to attending the course.
The goal of the NRA Basics of Personal Protection Outside the Home course is to develop in students the knowledge, skills & attitude essential for avoiding dangerous confrontations & for the safe, effective, responsible & ethical use of a concealed pistol for self-defense outside the home.
In this intensive course, you will learn & practice many diverse shooting skills in order to respond quickly & appropriately to the broad range of threats you may encounter outside your home.
We will cover the legal ramifications of concealed carry, including who can legally carry a pistol, when concealed carry is & is not permitted, the legal & ethical ramifications when responding to a life-threatening encounter using a concealed pistol & the legal, moral, emotional & social aftermath of the use of deadly force outside the home.
This course is 2 days. All book-work will be completed on Day 1. All shooting will be completed on Day 2. Please be prepared for extended range time.
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USCCA Defensive Handgun Shooting
This course is intuitive, reality-based, & efficient. It comes with a book and is for those who have previously shot, and want a better understanding of Defensive Shooting Fundamentals. It's for women and men of various ages & skill levels or perhaps someone who wants a primer course prior to getting their CCW. So if you have or have not shot in a while, join us. At the end of the day, you will be prepared mentally and physically to apply the knowledge and shoot defensively in a critical situation. Learn More About the Defensive Shooting Fundamentals Curriculum.
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Contact Dean Rue to schedule a class
at (916)764-9218
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Sign up for the April 12, 2025 class!
Utah Multi-State
Concealed Carry for Non-Residents
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The Utah Multi-State non-resident CCW class is great if you like to travel. It is four hours long and is a non-shooting course. This non-resident CCW permit is available to most lawful individuals. The Utah Multi-State CCW allows reciprocity benefits in 34 states, including Nevada and Washington. The states of Utah, Oregon, and Virginia accept our certificate. We’ll guide you through the entire process. After mailing in your application, you will receive a State ID Card with your photo. You only need to renew every 5 years online. After the class, you will receive a fingerprint card, an application, and a passport photo to submit. The cost is $175.00 for the class. 9 am -1 pm. plus $62.00 payable to BCI.
States that honor the Utah CCW:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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Please refer to the current Reciprocity Map and Gun Laws by State.
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​Click here for Utah's ​BCI website.
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Arizona Non-Resident CCW
Add-On to ANY Class
Here is a list of states that honor Arizona non-resident CCW permits. (Nonresident 31 states, Resident 37 states as of July 2020)
Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming. No class is necessary, but you must have a current CA CCW.
The fee is $50.00 for Fingerprinting Rolling and Arizona fees.
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