Handgun and Rifle Shooting Courses in the largest outdoor shooting range in LA. All levels welcome. Special handgun training for women, designed by women. Beginner to advanced, our experienced instructors will teach you how to shoot like a pro.
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https://youtu.be/UK8IC7bVATM This course will focus on all that is needed to excel in Practical Pistol shooting competition. Geared mostly towards competitors in USPSA, IPSC and IDPA the rules, equipment, strategy and nuances of these disciplines will be thoroughly covered. From dry fire to basic classifier drills to shooting actual stages it is all a part of this class. Regardless of where you’re at skill wise this course contains what you need to take yourself to the next level. In this course, the student will be given insight into what it takes to develop truly World Class shooting skills. This course is designed around the ultimate and equal balance of accuracy and speed that is applicable just as much to LE/Military training as it is to compete. Read more about the course and the Instructor below this page Time: 8AM Check in Class Time 8:30 AM - 5 PM 2 DAY COURSE JUNE 8 & 9, 2024 Cost: $625
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Beginner Rifle Course LVL 1
12pm to 4pm The Basic Rifle course is a beginners’ rifle shooting program where you will learn rifle shooting basics for beginners or perfect the groundwork for long gun mastery. This course is suitable for all levels of experience including the novice and those comfortable with their rifle. If you have never shot or held a rifle before, or want to strengthen your rifle shooting skill set, you will find this course useful. In this one-day course we will cover basic rifle safety, nomenclature, loading and unloading, the foundational marksmanship skills (grip, shooting positions, sight picture/alignment, trigger manipulation and more), as well as reloading under stress and quick, first round hits at various practical ranges. We will also practice manipulations for malfunctions. We will shoot from 25 to 200 yards in various field positions. This course will serve both the defensive rifle shooter as well as the hunter looking to improve their skills. If you are looking for a rifle safety class, this is your best starter class for handling a rifle safely and effectively. Learn the long-range shooting basics and train with our veteran instructor Ron Clayton in this Beginner Rifle course designed for new rifle shooters and those looking to create a stronger foundation for their rifle skills.At California Tactical Academy learn Tactics, Techniques and Procedure for Rifle Shooting from our experienced veteran instructor.
January 29, 2023 12pm - 4pmPrerequisites
None. Normally, each student supplies their own rifle. Otherwise, firearm rental is available at the Pro Shop on site, provided you are a legal firearm owner. Please clean and lubricate your gun in advance of the course or bring your gun cleaning kit with you.Bring The Following
- Rifle, centerfire only, no rimfire firearms. The rifle should be properly sighted prior to the class. If you are concerned about your rifle zero or sighting system, contact CTA about arranging a brief private session to zero your rifle
- If using a magazine fed rifle, at least two magazines. For all other rifles, a means of carrying spare ammunition on your body is suggested
- Minimum 200 rounds ammunition
- Proper clothing for the weather
- Snacks, lunch and plenty of water
- Notebook and pen
- Eye and ear protection (available to rent on site)
- Sunscreen, hats, long sleeves shirts, long pants, training shoes
- Sling, optics or iron sights, based on the shooters' desires
- Gloves and elbow pad (optional)
Instructor Bio
Instructor Bio
Ron Clayton is currently employed with a local Sheriff’s Department with 25 years of experience as a law enforcement officer, with a varied list of assignments including SWAT, FTO, Patrol, Detectives and Academy Instructor. He is a FBI certified firearm instructor, California POST Rifle instructor, Defensive Tactics instructor and Stop the Bleed instructor.
Ron recently retired from the California Air National Guard after 22 years of service (Active and Reserve) including 4 deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. During his deployments, he was assigned as a Dedicated Marksman and Combat LifeSaver. While at home station, Ron taught M4 rifle, M9 handgun, and M870 shotgun, Urban Environment Tactics, Concealed Carry, Trauma Care and Combatives. As a member of the California Emergency Response and Force Protection Training Cadre, Ron assisted in developing the training curriculum for National Guard members responding to civil disturbances and natural disasters. He also was the lead instructor to Ukraine in the National Guard’s Partnership for Peace program, sharing western style Law Enforcement and Tactics to the Ukraine military.
His hobbies include reading about history, shooting, martial arts and currently holds a black belt (2nd Dan) in Taiho Jutsu and has trained in Krav Maga and Brazilian Ju Jitsu.
Cancellation Policy
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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Women Only Beginner Handgun Course covers safe handling of a handgun, the fundamentals of shooting for beginners.
The Beginner Handgun Course for Women covers the grip, stance, sight alignment/picture, trigger pull and follow-through, loading and unloading as well as understanding and clearing malfunctions. We have created a low-key, encouraging environment that explains the “how” and the “why” of shooting for beginners. If you are looking for a handgun safety class, this is your best starter class for handling a gun safely and effectively. This basic handgun training course offered by California Tactical Academy is the fastest way for new women shooters to train with professional instructors and learn handgun safety tips which will help use a firearm for self-defense and as a sport in shooting competitions.What You Will Learn
- We start with choosing the right gun for you (size matters)
- Tips and tactics for beginner women shooters (racking and mag changes and more)
- All you need to know about gun safety (even if you don’t own a gun)
- A better stance for women
- Improving accuracy through memory
- Why women should learn to shoot
Bring The Following
- Handgun
- 50-100 rounds of ammunition (Please review ammo restrictions)
- Proper clothing for the weather
- Snacks, lunch and plenty of water
- Notebook/paper and pen
- Eye and ear protection (available to rent at the Pro Shop on site)
- A good attitude, ready for a fun day!
Instructor Bio
With over 25 years of experience with firearms, 10 of which training others, Jennifer has taught hundreds of women, men, youth & seniors. Currently a certified Ventura County Concealed Weapons instructor and a member/trainer for the NRA “Woman on Target” program supporting and educating females in the shooting sports and the “Disabled Shooting Services Program” that enables those with physical disabilities to participate in shooting sports. Jennifer has a passion for teaching and understands that women learn differently than men. A native of Southern California, Jennifer has lived in Ventura County for over 30 years. During that time she has worked for a variety of large corporations and small businesses throughout Ventura County including AT&T, Bank of America, and Amgen. As an avid outdoor enthusiast, she and her family enjoy horses, dirt bikes, water sports, and shooting sports. Cost: $249.99 Times: 8 AM Check-In, 8:30 AM Start, 4:00 PM EndCancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund, we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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The Practical Handgun Defense Course is designed for the handgun shooter who wants to move beyond the basics. The participants should be familiar with loading and unloading their firearms, and the fundamentals of aiming and safely firing their handgun. This class will focus on the defensive use of handguns. Topics will include a review of marksmanship fundamentals. High speed aiming. Efficient presentations from the holster, both tactical and emergency reloading, Movement during the presentation. Shooting on the move. Shooting around and over cover. Multiple target engagements. And precise targets such as headshots and partially covered targets. This course will also give students a solid roadmap of what to practice and how to improve and maintain proficiency. The advanced handgun course is focused on the defensive use of handguns. Topics we will discuss include: • A review of marksmanship fundamentals • High speed aiming • Efficient presentations from the holster, both tactical and emergency reloading • Movement during the presentation • Shooting on the move • Shooting around and over cover • Multiple target engagements • Precise targets such as head shots and partially covered targets The advanced handgun course will also give students a solid road map of what to practice and how to improve and maintain proficiency.
Prerequisites
Understanding of gun safety and range rules and have basic knowledge of handgun use. You must supply your own handgun. Ammo requirements are approximately 450 rounds.Bring The Following
- Handgun. Centerfire only, no rimfire handguns
- Three magazines or three-speed loaders if using a revolver
- 450 rounds minimum ammo
- Proper clothing for the weather
- Snacks. lunch and plenty of water
- Please clean your gun in advance of the course or bring your gun cleaning kit with you
- Notebook and pen
- Eye and ear protection
- Sunscreen, hats, long sleeves shirts, long pants, training shoes
- Belt, holster, magazine pouch or other means of carrying additional ammunition, weapon cleaning equipment
- Gloves and elbow pad- optional
Instructor Bio
Mike Lazarus holds 27 years of experience as a law enforcement officer, as well as 19 years SWAT including sniper, assaulter, team sergeant, FBI certified firearm instructor, MP5 and Sub Machine gun instructor, Defensive tactics instructor, Police Academy instructor, 13 years of experience in the US Army with multiple overseas deployments. Airborne, SOTIC, PSD, SRT, small arms armorer, various other military schools, Faculty member in California State University, Northridge and Ventura College. Hobbies include outdoor sports, hunting, competitive shooting. Times: 8 AM Check In, 8:30 AM StartCancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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Join us for the Action Pistol Introductory Course.
In this course we will address the following topics:- Introduction to the Action Pistol Shooting Competition
- Addressing Common Misconceptions
- Basic Speed Shooting Fundamentals
- Learning the 6 current Stages of Fire that make up the Action Pistol
- And much more! Sign-up is limited to the first 10 students!
- Safety Rules and Procedures: The 4 Basic Rules of Firearms Safety
- Safe Gun Handling while competing i.e., muzzle discipline and the 180 degrees of safety
- Loading and Unloading on the Firing Line
- Trigger Finger Discipline
- Scoring: Bonuses and Penalties
- Courses of Fire
- Targets: Stationary, Reactionary and Point Values
- Precision Shooting
- Speed Shooting
- How to Combine the two
- The Right Sights on Your Pistol for the Sport Your Shooting
- The Right Sight Picture for the Speed and Accuracy of the Course of Fire
- How to Acquire Your Sights Through Proper Grip and Body Position.
- Optimum Body Position for Acquiring Target Acquisition
- The Proper Grip to Control Recoil for High-Speed Shooting
- Proper Indexing Techniques
- When and Where
- Staging the Trigger vs Slamming the Trigger
- Setting the Trigger for Accurate Speed
- Eye Drills: High-Speed Shooting is High-Speed Seeing
- Target Acquisition at Match Speed
- How to Deal with Plate Racks, Spinners, Texas Stars and Dueling Trees
- Developing A Plan and executing it.
- Designating Positions Versus Hunting for Targets
- Winning the Battle of the Conscious Mind vs. Subconscious Mind
- Semi-Automatic Pistol (9 mm, 38 Super, 40, 45) and 500 rounds for your gun (Call to arrange ammunition if needed)
- 4 or more Working Magazines with Holster for the Belt
- Commercial Grade Holster (Outside the Belt)
- Eye and Ear Protection, Hat; Ball Cap or Wide Brim Type
- Food and Water to Sustain You for the Day
Cancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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Basic Precision Rifle Course is an introduction to long range shooting.
This course is designed for the shooter who wishes to develop the skills to engage small targets with a high degree of probability for first round hits. This includes sportsmen as well as hunters. We will discuss equipment selection, the fundamentals for precision rifle marksmanship, supported field positions, ballistics, and ammunition considerations. Shooting will primarily be done at 100 and 200 yards. This course is designed for a rifle with a telescopic sighting device, preferable of at least 7 power magnification. During this class, we will be walking to the target and back. Please wear comfortable boots for such activity.Prerequisites: None
Check in 8:00am Start time: 8:30am End time: 4:00pmEquipment needed:
1. Bolt action or Semi-Automatic rifle in center fire cartridge. 2. Quality rifle scope of at least 7 power magnification. We strongly encourage the student bring a rifle capable of 2 minutes of angle accuracy, or better. While less accurate rifles will may work, it is possible the student will be frustrated with some target engagements if the rifle suffers from a lack of accuracy. 3. A quality optic is strongly encouraged. If you have questions as to the type or brand, please contact us for recommendations. 4. 200 rounds of good quality, factory ammunition. Again, match quality will be a strong selection here, lesser quality ammunition will leave the student unsure if their deficiencies are equipment/ammunition-related, or skills-driven. 5. Ballistic eye protection. 6. Hearing protection. 7. Shooter's mat, as most of the shooting will be from the prone position. 8. A rear bag for the rifle stock. 9. Notebook and pen for note taking.Schedule
0830 Introduction and safety briefing. 0830 Equipment selection. Rifle, Scope, Ammunition, Ancillary items such as bags, range finders, Kestrel Etcetera. Ballistics (Internal, External, Terminal). 0930 Review of fundamentals of marksmanship and prone positions. Confirmation of zero. 1030 Use of turrets or hold overs. 1100 Rapid follow up shots. 1130 Lunch 1230 Jam/malfunction clearing procedures. 1300 Barricade Supported kneeling. 1400 Unusual Positions. 1500 Ball and Dummy drill. 1600 Final shot group exercise.Instructor Bio
Mike Lazarus holds 27 years of experience as a law enforcement officer, as well as 19 years SWAT including sniper, assaulter, team sergeant, FBI certified firearm instructor, MP5 and Sub Machine gun instructor, Defensive tactics instructor, Police Academy instructor, 13 years of experience in the US Army with multiple overseas deployments. Airborne, SOTIC, PSD, SRT, small arms armorer, various other military schools, Faculty member in California State University, Northridge and Ventura College. Hobbies include outdoor sports, hunting, competitive shooting. Cost: $289Cancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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Pistol safety and marksmanship skills for urban environment at California Tactical Academy designed for firearms training and practice.
This course will focus on the defensive use of a handgun in the urban environment with heavy emphasis on maneuvering through and around common urban obstacles while engaging threats. We will fire from and around vehicles, walls, and barricades, simulated objects of cover/concealment such as fire hydrants, trash receptacles, telephone poles and the like. Much of this course will involve shooting on steel, reactionary targets. Sunglasses that are not rated for ballistic protection will not be allowed. Prerequisites Basic handgun course. Strong understanding of the fundamentals of firearms safety. Bring The Following- 450 rounds of ammunition
- Holster and magazine pouch
- 9 mm pistol or 38 special minimum caliber
- 3 magazines or speed loaders
- Ballistic rated eye protection
- Hearing protection
Instructor Bio
Mike Lazarus holds 27 years of experience as a law enforcement officer, as well as 19 years SWAT including sniper, assaulter, team sergeant, FBI certified firearm instructor, MP5 and Sub Machine gun instructor, Defensive tactics instructor, Police Academy instructor, 13 years of experience in the US Army with multiple overseas deployments. Airborne, SOTIC, PSD, SRT, small arms armorer, various other military schools, Faculty member in California State University, Northridge and Ventura College. Hobbies include outdoor sports, hunting, competitive shooting. Course: Urban Pistol Tactics Course Check-in: 8:00 AM Start: 8:30 AM End: 4:00 PM Price: $289.00Cancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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This long range handgun course is not offered very often and is limited in class size to a maximum of 10 students. The class will focus on using the ballistics of the individual’s handgun choice for shooting out to 200 yards. The Extended range handgun class is a great class for those interested in handgun hunting, as well as those who want a different and more challenging perspective for handgun shooting. After shooting at targets over 100 yards away with your handgun, 25-yard targets will seem pedestrian. Prerequisites: Knowledge of handgun shooting basics. Equipment:
- Handgun in centerfire,
- Handgun caliber. Rifle caliber handguns will not be suitable for this class,
- Single Shot, Semi-Auto, Single Action and DA/SA revolvers are all suitable for this class,
- 200 rounds of quality ammunition,
- 2 or more magazines for the Semi-Auto,
- Speed strips or speed loaders for revolvers will be helpful. Otherwise the students will need some method of carrying additional ammunition, such as a cargo pocket, dump pouch etc,
- Eye and ear protection,
- Note taking materials,
- Water, lunch and snacks,
- Hat, sunblock, comfortable boots.
Instructor Bio
Mike Lazarus holds 27 years of experience as a law enforcement officer, as well as 19 years SWAT including sniper, assaulter, team sergeant, FBI certified firearm instructor, MP5 and Sub Machine gun instructor, Defensive tactics instructor, Police Academy instructor, 13 years of experience in the US Army with multiple overseas deployments. Airborne, SOTIC, PSD, SRT, small arms armorer, various other military schools, Faculty member in California State University, Northridge and Ventura College. Hobbies include outdoor sports, hunting, competitive shooting. Date: June 5, 2021 Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Cost: $269Cancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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Accuracy doesn't mean you need to sacrifice time and efficiency. The Handgun Accuracy Course focuses on mastering the basic fundamentals that are then applied to more practical applications. This course will help you refine the trigger control, sight alignment and sight picture process. We will challenge you with essential tasks like drawing from the holster, quick sight acquisition, controlling cadence and managing time & speed stressors. There will be scored assessment drills to track a student's progress throughout the day. This is an advanced comprehension course for all skill levels that will fine-tune the existing execution of your mechanics. Prerequisites: New shooters are allowed but MUST have strong knowledge and capability in safe weapons handling and the operation of their own firearm. PLEASE READ FULL COURSE DESCRIPTION & REQUIREMENTS BELOW THIS PAGE Dates: Coming soon Times: Check in 8 AM | Start 9 AM | End 5 PM Price: $275
Cancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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CTALA_HG_TC_COURSE_2020 from Charlie Lawson on Vimeo.If you carry a gun, you should carry a trauma kit. If you are out in public enjoying your day with friends and family, you should have a trauma kit. Life is full of unexpected emergencies and you might be the first on scene medical provider. This course is designed to familiarize you with the most common contents of readily available trauma kits on the market and learn basic emergency trauma care.The student will learn to effectively and safely use a handgun (semi-auto pistol or revolver). You will learn/review basic firearm safety and fundamentals to include loading and unloading, emergency reloads, reloads with retention, malfunction clearances and injured shooter skills. You will also learn skills to treat injuries encountered in a gunfight or vehicle/industrial accidents. These skills are currently being taught to military and civilian law enforcement to provide the victim valuable time for emergency medical services to arrive.
Equipment:
- Eye and Ear protection (available for rent at Pro shop)
- Handgun centerfire only, no rim fire
- 300 rounds of ammo
- Holster (Outside waistband)
- 3 magazines or speed loaders
- Magazine holder/pouch
- Sturdy Belt
- Hat (baseball or Boonie style)
- Proper clothing for weather/sturdy footwear, no sandals or crocs
- Note taking material
- Water and snacks/lunch
- Sunblock
- Gloves, elbow pads optional
- Trauma kit (we have training kits for use)
Instructor Bio
Ron Clayton is currently employed with a local Sheriff’s Department with 25 years of experience as a law enforcement officer, with a varied list of assignments including SWAT, FTO, Patrol, Detectives and Academy Instructor. He is a FBI certified firearm instructor, California POST Rifle instructor, Defensive Tactics instructor and Stop the Bleed instructor.
Ron recently retired from the California Air National Guard after 22 years of service (Active and Reserve) including 4 deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. During his deployments, he was assigned as a Dedicated Marksman and Combat LifeSaver. While at home station, Ron taught M4 rifle, M9 handgun, and M870 shotgun, Urban Environment Tactics, Concealed Carry, Trauma Care and Combatives. As a member of the California Emergency Response and Force Protection Training Cadre, Ron assisted in developing the training curriculum for National Guard members responding to civil disturbances and natural disasters. He also was the lead instructor to Ukraine in the National Guard’s Partnership for Peace program, sharing western style Law Enforcement and Tactics to the Ukraine military.
His hobbies include reading about history, shooting, martial arts and currently holds a black belt (2nd Dan) in Taiho Jutsu and has trained in Krav Maga and Brazilian Ju Jitsu.
Cancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 5 days before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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Content: This is an introductory course to combat pistol training. In this course, you will learn how to use your pistol confidently and safely, while gaining an understanding for the tactical aspects of firearm combat. Price: $250 Time: 2:00pm - 7:00pm Duration: 5 hours Minimum number of participants: 6 Course outline:
- Firearm safety
- Carrying rules & transportation
- Firearm cleaning
- How the firearm works
- Ammo types
- Hand-grip
- Load and unload the firearm
- Assembling & dissembling
- Combat position
- Trigger & aiming drills
- Tactical live shooting
- Firearm (if you don’t have, we will provide you for training - Glock 19 or Glock 17)
- OWB holster (if you don’t have we will provide a holster for Glock 17 & 19 only)
- Ear and eye protection (If you don’t have we will provide you with the protection gear)
- Long pants with belt loops, closed shoes, athletic shirt
- Sturdy belt
- Hat
- Sunscreen
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
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The Basic Handgun course is a beginners’ handgun shooting program where you will learn pistol shooting basics or perfect the groundwork for handgun mastery. The course is suitable for all levels of experience including the novice and those comfortable with their handgun. If you have never shot or held a handgun before, or want to strengthen your handgun shooting skill set, you will find this course useful. In this one-day beginners’ shooting class we will cover basic handgun safety, nomenclature, loading, and unloading, the foundational marksmanship skills (grip, stance, sight picture/alignment, trigger manipulation and more), as well as reloading under stress and presentation from the holster. We will also practice manipulations for malfunctions. If you are looking for a handgun safety class, this is your best starter class for handling a gun safely and effectively. The basic firearm training course is the best way for new shooters to receive professional firearm training. In this course, you’ll learn important gun safety tips and learn how to use a firearm in a self-defense situation according to local gun rules and regulations. This new shooter training is an excellent starting point for further advanced gun training, defensive pistol training, as well as shooting competitions.
Prerequisites
None. Students can supply their own handgun. Otherwise, gun rental is available at the Pro Shop on site. Please clean and lubricate your gun in advance of the course or bring your gun cleaning kit with you. Class Begins at 9am check-in 8:45am Hours: 9 AM - 1 PMBring The Following
- Handgun (semi-auto, revolver) - We have rentals available at the pro shop. Must be 21 years old
- 2 Magazines or speed loader for revolver
- Minimum 100 rounds ammunition
- Proper clothing for the weather
- Snacks, lunch and plenty of water
- Notebook and pen
- Eye and ear protection (available to rent on site)
- Sunscreen, hat, long-sleeve shirt, long pants, training shoes
- Belt, holster, magazine pouch or other means of carrying additional ammunition
Instructor Bio
Ron Clayton is currently employed with a local Sheriff’s Department with 25 years of experience as a law enforcement officer, with a varied list of assignments including SWAT, FTO, Patrol, Detectives and Academy Instructor. He is a FBI certified firearm instructor, California POST Rifle instructor, Defensive Tactics instructor and Stop the Bleed instructor.
Ron recently retired from the California Air National Guard after 22 years of service (Active and Reserve) including 4 deployments in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. During his deployments, he was assigned as a Dedicated Marksman and Combat LifeSaver. While at home station, Ron taught M4 rifle, M9 handgun, and M870 shotgun, Urban Environment Tactics, Concealed Carry, Trauma Care and Combatives. As a member of the California Emergency Response and Force Protection Training Cadre, Ron assisted in developing the training curriculum for National Guard members responding to civil disturbances and natural disasters. He also was the lead instructor to Ukraine in the National Guard’s Partnership for Peace program, sharing western style Law Enforcement and Tactics to the Ukraine military.
His hobbies include reading about history, shooting, martial arts and currently holds a black belt (2nd Dan) in Taiho Jutsu and has trained in Krav Maga and Brazilian Ju Jitsu.
Cancellation Policy:
In order to receive full refund we require a notice of at least 48 hours before the course date.
CTA reserves the right to cancel any course. Any notification sent to fully paid customers will be done so within a 48 hour advance notice. Due to Law Enforcement contracts with the State of California, CTA reserves the right to withhold cause or reason for cancellations. CTA reserves the right to refuse participants for any reason. CTA is not responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or any other persons as a result of your registration, attendance, non-attendance, or self-cancellation of any course.
