New/Initial CA CCW (16 hours) Alameda, Contra Costa, Sac, Sutter, Yolo, Davis, Winters & Woodland - ($260+$40 Range Fee)

🎯 Course Overview This in‑person, DOJ‑approved 16‑hour CCW course fulfills training requirements for:

• Alameda County
• Contra Costa County
• Sacramento County
• Sutter County
• Yolo County
• Cities of Davis, Woodland, and Winters
• Includes eligibility for the Arizona 32‑state non‑resident CCW

Designed for new CCW applicants, this course blends classroom instruction, NRA Defensive Pistol–based skills training, and progressive live‑fire exercises to build confidence, safety, and legal readiness from the ground up.

📘 Day 1 

Topics & Live‑Fire Skills:

• Introduction to Concealed Carry Safety and The Defensive Mindset
• Introduction to Self Defense and Concealed Carry
• Carry Modes and Handgun ConcealmentDrawing From Concealment
• Presenting the Handgun from Concealment
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• NRA Defensive Pistol Live‑Fire Exercises, including:
  • Basic defensive shooting techniques
  • Controlled pairs & accuracy drills
  • Loading techniques & stoppage remediation
  • Introduction to holster work (dry + live‑fire as appropriate)

This day builds the foundation for safe, confident, defensive‑minded shooting.

📘 Day 2

Topics & Live‑Fire Skills:

• Carry Modes & Pistol Concealment
• Mental Health
• California Firearms Law & Use of Force
• Written Test & Review
• Special Shooting Techniques
• County‑Specific Qualification Course of Fire (Live‑Fire)

✅ Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for new CCW applicants in the counties and cities listed above. No prior experience is required — the course is beginner‑friendly, structured, and fully compliant with DOJ and county standards.