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  • As armed citizens, we often focus on the use of firearms, empty hand, edged and improvised weapons to defend ourselves. These are worthy skills to pursue. However, we often fail to either deeply examine the laws of self-defense, or grasps the concepts and legal ramifications of using our skills. This seminar will discuss the laws of self-defense, what might happen following your defending yourself, and how to best protect yourself from criminal charges and civil suits following your actions. Surviving the fight is often just the first step. This seminar is delivered in a classroom and lecture format over approximately 3 hours although it can run slightly longer depending on student questions. The instructor for this class has over 3 decades of law enforcement experience, has testified as an expert witness in police use of force cases, is a college professor, and has a law degree.
    • Force application probabilities.
    • Black letter law regarding self-defense.
    • California specific law regarding self-defense.
    • Castle doctrine.
    • Defender actions that influence the probability/outcome of trials.

    Prerequisites

    None

    Equipment

    Notebook and pen

    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.

    Price: $99 | Not taking this course could cost you so much more later.

    Hours: 9:30AM Check in | 10:00AM Start | 2:00PM End

    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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    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!
    What You Will Learn Safety Meeting
    • 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
    Introduction to Competition Shooting (Rules)
    • Scoring: Bonuses and Penalties
    • Courses of Fire
    • Targets: Stationary, Reactionary and Point Values
    Introduction to Shooting Concepts
    • Precision Shooting
    • Speed Shooting
    • How to Combine the two
    Sights and Sight Pictures
    • 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.
    Stance, Grip, and Drawing
    • Optimum Body Position for Acquiring Target Acquisition
    • The Proper Grip to Control Recoil for High-Speed Shooting
    Magazine Loading and Exchanging
    • Proper Indexing Techniques
    • When and Where
    Mastering the Trigger: The Key to a Successful Match
    • Staging the Trigger vs Slamming the Trigger
    • Setting the Trigger for Accurate Speed
    Practical Application of Speed and Accuracy (Live Fire)
    • 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
    Stage Strategies and Positioning (Live Fire)
    • Developing A Plan and executing it.
    • Designating Positions Versus Hunting for Targets
    Mental Management: Dealing with Nerves (Live Fire)
    • Winning the Battle of the Conscious Mind vs. Subconscious Mind
    Prerequisites Must have experience shooting and know basic pistol.  Normally, each student supplies their own pistol. 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. We have rentals available at the pro shop. Bring The Following
    1. Semi-Automatic Pistol (9 mm, 38 Super, 40, 45) and 500 rounds for your gun (Call to arrange ammunition if needed)
    2. 4 or more Working Magazines with Holster for the Belt
    3. Commercial Grade Holster (Outside the Belt)
    4. Eye and Ear Protection, Hat; Ball Cap or Wide Brim Type
    5. Food and Water to Sustain You for the Day
    Instructor Bio Joe “Lefty” Alesia - a Certified FBI Instructor for Pistol, Rifle, and Shotgun. Over 30 years experience as a law enforcement and civilian firearms instructor. World Champion titles in S.A.S.S., W3G and Steel Challenge SA Revolver. Time: 9 AM – 1 PM Check-in Time: 8:30 AM Cost: $350 *Please check in at least 30 minutes earlier than check-in time on Saturdays and Sundays if you are renting gear for the course.

    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.
  • The Pump Action Shotgun is one of the most misunderstood firearms. The pump action shotgun offers flexibility in selection of ammunition for different objectives. In this course will learn the safe deployment of a pump action shotgun and develop the Combat Mindset for crisis survival. This course will include basic shotgun fundamentals, patterning and ammunition selection, malfunction clearances, carry methods and cleaning and maintenance. The shotgun as a home defense firearm will be covered and the student will learn basic home defense tactics. What you will learn Nomenclature Cycle of Operation Loading and Unloading Disassembly/Assembly/Maintenance Shotgun Carries Malfunctions and Stoppages Marksman Fundamentals Firing Positions and Stance Ammunition and Patterning

    You will need the following equipment for the class:

    1. Pump action Shotgun (12ga. Or 20 ga.) with attached sling
    2. No Pistol Grip only shotguns
    3. Ammunition
    4. 25 rounds of 00 buckshot or #4 buck
    5. 25 Rifled Slug
    6. 100 rounds of birdshot (#6, #7 or #8 shot)
    7. Ammunition pouch (a way to carry extra ammo on person)
    8. Eye and Ear protection
    9. Shotgun cleaning kit
    10. Sturdy belt
    11. Comfortable range attire (dress for the elements)
    12. Comfortable shoes (no sandals or Crocs)
    13. Ball cap or Boonie style hat
    14. Note taking material
    15. Knee and elbow pads (optional)
    16. Snacks, water, lunch
    17. Sunblock

    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.

    Price: $249 Hours: 8:00 Check in | 8:30am Start | 3:30pm End

    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.
  • Course Description Intermediate Shotgun Course is designed for the shooter that wants to improve their skills using the shotgun. The student should be familiar with the operation of their shotgun and be proficient with the basic fundamentals and safety with firearms. This course will review shotgun skills with emphasize on defensive tactics and using the shotgun in an urban environment. The student will learn to proficiently operate the shotgun as a home defense firearm, the proper use of cover and concealment, shooting on the move and positional shooting. Prerequisites Have a solid foundation and understanding of firearms safety and basic knowledge of how to operate the shotgun (pump action, semi-auto, etc.). Equipment Shotgun (gauge of choice, cleaned and lubed) with sling Ammo pouch or a way to carry extra ammo 150 bird shot, NO STEEL SHOT 10 slugs Eye and Ear protection Hat with brim Knee pads (optional) Recoil pad (optional) Snacks, water, lunch (there is no food services local) Proper range attire/comfortable clothing for the weather Sunblock Note taking material course covers intermediate shooting techniques, team drills, an obstacle course to take the shooter to a higher level of shotgun comprehension.
  • PAYMENT FOR THIS MEMBERSHIP, INCLUDING THE $20 INITIATION FEE WILL BE COLLECTED AT CALIFORNIA TACTICAL ACADEMY PRO SHOP, UPON APPROVAL OF MEMBER BY THE RANGE MASTER. PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION BELOW AND VISIT THE RANGE TO COMPLETE MEMBERSHIP PURCHASE.
  • The Piru CTA SoCal Steel Challenge is an SCSA sanctioned Level I match with all eight Steel Challenge Stages of fire. USPSA membership is not required to shoot this match but is required for SCSA classification. SCSA rules will apply. More details, competition rules, and stage configurations are available at https://scsa.org Regular Monthly Steel Challenge Matches are the 2nd Saturday of every month. Scores will be posted to Practiscore by the end of the match day. All shooters who provide USPSA numbers will have their scores submitted to SCSA by Wednesday of match week and will affect classification. Check-in begins at 8:00 am. There will be a shooters' meeting promptly at 8:30am and competition will begin by 8:45am. Please be on time so all squads can start simultaneously. Late arrivals will be squadded at the sole discretion of the match director.

    Price

    $35 for non-members $30 for any CTA member or shooter over 60 years of age $25 per person for any family of three or more $25 for juniors under 18 years of age $15 for each additional gun used in competition June Match Registration on Practiscore Yearly Range Memberships are available online or at the public range office. Please see the full description of the Piru CTA SoCal Steel Challenge below this page.
  • In our CQB Level 1 course the student will learn how to effectively stack, enter a room with a 2 to 4 man team, and clear the room/s safely while incapacitating threats. You will also learn how to work with verbal and non verbal communications to ensure the element of surprise is maintained. Date: November 17, 2019 Cost: $400 *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants.
  • This course incorporates level 1 methods, running walls, hall boss, slicing the pie, cross cover, tactical magazine exchange concepts, threat, no threats, and more.

    REQUIREMENTS

    Completion of Level 1 CQB course.

    About United Defense Tactical

    United Defense Tactical is the premier provider in firearms and tactical training program available to civilians, law enforcement, military and private organizations. Learn the most current techniques, procedures, tactics & tools to improve your performance.  Our ultimate mission is to teach you how to safely & expertly perform in a variety of scenarios.  We accomplish this by providing effective and practical training that you can apply in real-life situations. Date: December 15, 2019 Cost: $400 *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants.
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    Special Forces Handgun Concepts Level 1 

    In this 4 hour course the student will learn the basics of mastering their handgun. Topics covered will be stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, trigger manipulation, and recoil management. In this course we guarantee on or two outcomes. The student will increase their accuracy and/or speed by 50%. By the end of this course each student will be effective at 50 yards on a life size target. Course fee: $200 Available dates: June 27, 2020 Time: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants. 
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    Special Forces Handgun Concepts Level 2 

    In this 4 hour course the student will continue their knowledge base from Handgun Concepts lvl I. This course is designed to continue to increase the shooters overall accuracy and speed while improving on recoil management to ensure timely and effective follow up shots. Students will engage multiple targets and various distances. Movement while shooting will be introduced as well. Course fee: $200 Available dates: June 27, 2020 Time: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants.  All course purchases are transferable but non refundable.
  • Advanced Tactical Handgun Training

    Course: Special Forces Handgun Mastery Level: Intermediate Length: 1 Day Availability: February 9, 2020 Check in: 8:30 AM Price: $400 (If you are a returning customer, please call the Pro Shop at 805-398-0003) *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants. 
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    Special Forces Handgun Mastery Level 1 

    In this 4 hour course students will begin building a more advanced and effective platform that many world champion shooters use. This course is designed to significantly improve the shooters accuracy, engagement speed, and target transitions under stressful situations. Course fee: $200 Available dates: June 28, 2020 Time: 8:30 AM - 12 PM *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants.  All course purchases are transferable but non refundable.
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    Special Forces Handgun Mastery Level 2 

    In this 4 hour course students will continue to improve on their accuracy and speed, single, multiple, and hostage threats, static and dynamic movement, as well as learning to control sympathetic responses the body goes through when it is introduced in self defense situations. Course fee: $200 Available dates: June 28, 2020 Time: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants.  All course purchases are transferable but non refundable.
  • Low Light No Light Level 1 

    In this 4 hour course students will be introduced to night shooting, deployment of their firearm and light, threat recognition, basic communication, multiple engagements, situational awareness, team work, and introduction to team movement at night. Course fee: $400 Available dates: October 19, 2019 Time: 6 PM - 10 PM *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants.  All course purchases are transferable but non refundable.
  • Special Forces Tactical Rifle Training Course

    This course is designed for beginners and those who want to refine their shooting platform, re enforcing good habits and breaking any bad habits that may have developed over time. You will focus on efficiency and speed while building an improved muscle memory. During this class we guarantee that each shooter will decrease their shot placement by 50%, increase their overall speed, improve their weapon handling and safety, and overall capabilities. When you leave this course your confidence level in your capabilities with be much greater. Course fee: $200 Available dates: March 14, 2020 Time: 1 PM-3:30 PM *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants. 
  • Special Forces Rifle Marksmanship

    This course is for all levels. It is designed to refine the mechanics and become a more efficient shooter. As each shooter continues to work on the basics, you will learn efficiency, speed, target acquisition, sight vs target focus and threat recognition by working the same drills and scenarios U.S. Navy SEALS use. UDT instructors will be there by your side to pinpoint the areas each shooters needs to fine tune their mechanics and movement. By doing this your speed and efficiency is forced to increase. You will see a significant difference in your performance in just a few short hours. This course is the course each shooter needs, to take their skills to a Special Forces level.

    Training in Los Angeles Shooting Range, learn efficiency, stance, grip, speed, target acquisition

    Course fee: $400 (If you are a returning customer, please call the Pro Shop at 805-398-0003) Date: No upcoming dates available
  • Vehicle CQB Course at Los Angeles shooting range, Learn firearms placement, Positional shooting from inside the car.

    In the Vehicle CQB course, shooters will learn situational awareness, tactics and concepts used by Special Forces and Secret Service in situational awareness, placement of firearms, rapid deployment, protection of others, team building skills and fighting your way to safety. Date: November 10, 2019 Cost: $400 *Possible cancellation in case course is not filled with minimum number of participants.
  • This course is presented as a means of distilling the foundational process of the handgun presentation and the shot process employment in a rapidly unfolding, and demanding set of circumstances. The course will utilize the Steel Challenge competition course to refine the draw stroke, trigger press, sight acquisition, slide lock reloads, strong hand and weak hand shooting, and movement to cover. This course will not focus on tactics so much as faster shooting with acceptable accuracy for the situation.  Enrollment for this class is limited to current Law Enforcement, Reserve Law Enforcement, and agency Range Masters or trainers. The Steel Challenge is a fast-paced shooting competition with (as the name implies) all steel targets. There are eight stages. Each stage has five targets. One target is designated a “Stop Plate” which must be shot last. All other plates are typically engaged as the competitor desires. Each stage is shot five times. For the competition, the total time of the shooters four best strings on each stage is added up. The lowest time is the winner. While this class is not focused on competition shooting, it will make use of the refined shooting techniques often used by top shooters. Dates: August 23, 2020 Cost: $120 Times: 8 AM - 4 PM

    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.
  • California Tactical Academy in partnership with Trident Medical Training are proud to offer certified NAEMT Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC- Provider as well as Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC-Law Enforcement (LE) courses. The courses are designed to train individuals in evidence-based, life-saving techniques and accelerate strategies as they learn to anticipate the best way of delivering trauma care to their patients. Participants such as Emergency Medical Service (EMS) practitioners, Law Enforcement, prehospital providers, and civilian personal will learn how to respond and care for patients in a civilian/ military tactical environment. Trident Medical Training instructors are some of the highest and well qualified EMS professionals delivering care in hostile terrains. Our instructors draw on their experiences from years of military Special Operations and civilian EMS training to provide a heighten directive on real life scenarios.

    The TCCC Military P is a 2 day, 16 hours course- arranged for medical providers and active military, medics, corpsmen, and pararescue personnel.

    All the courses covers the following topics: ● Hemorrhage control including immediate action drills for tourniquet application throughout the course; ● Complete coverage of the MARCH assessment; ● Surgical airway control and needle decompression; ● Strategies for treating wounded responders in threatening environments; ● Caring for pediatric patients; ● Techniques for dragging and carrying victims to safety; and ● A final, mass-casualty/active shooter event simulation.

    Students completing the course will receive a National recognized certificate of completion from the NAEMT, the course is good for 4 years and 16 CAPCE credits. Classroom instruction (8 hrs) will be provided at Security Pro USA, 8543 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA with practical exercises and scenarios located at California Training Academy 6700 Holser Canyon Road, Piru, CA 93040

    Students will need the following:
    • Please wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty with a belt. (cammies, jeans etc) and comfortable shoes/ boots.
    • If you have any tactical gear (flack, holsters)
    • Eye/Ear protection
    • Gear can be provided if you don’t have any on a first come, first serve basis.
    Date: Both courses, the TCCC and TECC will be conducted on February 20-21, 2021 Hours: 8 AM - 4 PM

    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.
  • “The Fundamentals of Fast”  by Frank Proctor

    "SHOOTING is my PASSION and PROFESSION, I have been shooting or training almost everyday for the past 15 years. I have been a USPSA Grandmaster for the the past 10 years and served 15 years in the US Army Special Forces. In this course I offer my thoughts, information, experience  and ABILITIES to help you become the best shooter you want to be.  My goal is to teach you the way and give you an understanding of how to perform, and how to train to perform better...always better, Faster, more Accurate, Easier..." - Frank Proctor- The Proctor Shooting Process involves an in-depth understanding and mastery of the following 5 "Fundamentals of Fast" in order to shoot Fast, Accurate, Easy.

    These concepts apply to WINNING in Competition, Combat or Recreational Shooting PROCESSING

    Shooting is VISUAL. Processing is the most important component and all the others are there to support the Processing. Visual information must come in through the eyes and be processed by the mind so that it can provide the best output.

    CONTROL

    Recoil and trigger control. Recoil control is important to give the eyes the correct relationship of rear sight, front sight and target. Sights and triggers are the core fundamentals of marksmanship. Trigger control is important to put the least amount of movement into the gun possible for a variety of scoring speeds.

    MECHANICS

    Mechanics are the things required to get the gun in front of the eyes so that the mind can process information to provide output. Mechanics such as draws, reload, malfunction, clearance, etc., should be efficiently done with fluid and repeatable hand speed in order to support the Processing and Mindset.

    MOVEMENT

    The practical applications or shooting require movement. It should be done the most efficient way possible to get the shooter from point A to point B so that they are in the best position possible to shoot and or to shoot effectively while covering ground.

    MENTAL CONTROL

    Shooters must remain calm and allow the visual information to come in so that the mind can process the information and provide the best output. We must maintain the mental control and visual discipline necessary to SEE what we need to SEE and LETITDO!

    Equipment list

    • Bring what YOU need to shoot and take care of your body during an active and fast paced day on a range outdoors
    • Hearing and eye protection
    • Pistol- G19 sized or full-sized pistol
    • Kydex or Injection molded Holster, OWB preferred, IWB is also acceptable- NO LEATHER OR NYLON HOLSTERS
    • 5 pistol mags and 4 pistol mag pouches recommended. Minimum 3 mags and 2 mag pouches
    • 1500 rounds of pistol ammo minimum - great ammunition prices can be found on the California Tactical Academy Pro-shop on site.
    Class size 12 people  
    Before arriving to the class, please make sure to read the STUDENT INFORMATION here. Total Available Spots: 12
    Dates: November 13-14, 2021 Time: 9 AM - 4 PM Cost: $650
    Lunch will be provided:
    Day 1 Dominos (Cheese, Sausage, Pepperoni)
    Day 2 Burritos (Asada, Pollo, Veggie)
      All courses are transferable but non-refundable
    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.
  • Buy a ticket for a chance to win a CASE 1000 rounds of 5.56 PMC X-TAC. ***UPDATE:  THERE WERE NOT ENOUGH TICKETS PURCHASED IN THE TIME THAT WE OFFERED AND WE WILL BE EXTENDING THE DRAWING TO FEBRUARY 14, 2023 AT NOON!! Winner will be announced on our Instagram & Facebook channels on DEC 30, 2022 @ 7pm***UPDATED 2/14/2023 12PM.
    * Minimum of 25 raffle ticket bookings are required to hold the raffle * You must be 21 years old with a valid California ID * You must come to the range to start your DROS paperwork  
  • urban pistol tactics

    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
    1. 450 rounds of ammunition
    2. Holster and magazine pouch
    3. 9 mm pistol or 38 special minimum caliber
    4. 3 magazines or speed loaders
    5. Ballistic rated eye protection
    6. 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: $289.00

    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.
  • Ventura County Shooting Chapter of The Well Armed Woman (VCTWAW) is dedicated to the empowerment, education, and encouragement of the safe handling of firearms. We welcome women of all levels to share in their development of firearms skills for recreation and personal protection. We are so grateful for our range and those who support our chapter and the women of Ventura County! Please feel free to contact our chapter leaders for more information- questions are welcomed and encouraged!!
    Brandy Lengning is a TWAW, DRAW, and NRA Certified Pistol Instructor and NRA Certified RSO. Our members consist of new shooters, competition shooters, former law enforcement/military, and responsibly armed citizens- all are welcome. We meet at CTA the 2nd Sunday each month from 9a-1p.
    Chapter Leader, Brandy Lengning can be reached at 805-804-7406 or [email protected]
  • The VIP Membership includes:

    All clubs including the Public range for $899.99 a year Deadwood Boys Club X3 Multi-Gun and Rifle Club Action Pistol Club Steel Challenge Club Public range at $10 daily fee! PAYMENT FOR THIS MEMBERSHIP, INCLUDING THE $20 INITIATION FEE WILL BE COLLECTED AT CALIFORNIA TACTICAL ACADEMY PRO SHOP, UPON APPROVAL OF MEMBER BY THE RANGE MASTER. PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION BELOW AND VISIT THE RANGE TO COMPLETE MEMBERSHIP PURCHASE.
  • women gun classes
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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

    1. Handgun
    2. 50-100 rounds of ammunition (Please review ammo restrictions)
    3. Proper clothing for the weather
    4. Snacks, lunch and plenty of water
    5. Notebook/paper and pen
    6. Eye and ear protection (available to rent at the Pro Shop on site)
    7. 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 End

    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.
  • Suitable for the intermediate to advanced shooter, the Women Only Handgun Defense Course will focus on advancing your skills to your maximum ability through repetition. As the course progresses you’ll be exposed to the psychology required to draw and successfully hit a target at seven yards at speed. You must come prepared to learn, both mentally and physically. Topics will include a review of marksmanship fundamentals. Efficient presentations from the holster, tactical reloading, Movement during the presentation. Shooting on the move. Multiple target engagements. Precise targets such as headshots and partially covered targets. Proper mindset. Actively clearing common stoppages. Using cover/concealment. This course will give students a foundation and allow them to understand what/how to improve and maintain proficiency. Prerequisites Understanding of gun safety and range rules and have basic knowledge of handgun use and/or passed a Basic handgun class. You must supply your own handgun.

    What You Will Learn

    • Mindset / Situational Awareness
    • Firearm Safety & Practical Application
    • Weapons Handling / Awareness / Safety
    • Recoil management
    • Benefits of single eye and two eye shooting
    • Sight focus vs Target focus
    • Drawing from Holster and Reholstering
    • Shooting from Retention (introduction)
    • Shooting and Moving (introduction)
    • Progression Drills
    • Reloads
    • One-Hand Shooting, offhand shooting
    • Shooting multiple targets
    And more!

    Bring The Following

    • Handgun
    • Holster (No cloth or cross draw holsters)
    • 2-3 Handgun magazines
    • Magazine pouch (Recommend no cloth holsters)
    • 200 rounds of ammunition
    • Ear and eye protection
    • Appropriate clothing (a high collared shirt and sturdy shoes, dress for the weather)
    • Gun lube and cleaning kit
    • Snacks, lunch and plenty of water *NOTE there are no food services at the range currently. The nearest place to eat is in town 15 min away
    • Notebook/paper and pen
    • 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: $269.99 Times: 8 AM Check In, 8:30 AM Start, 4:00 PM End

    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.
  • Exclusive opportunity to train with Martial Artist Alessandro Padovani at CTA! This course is different from traditional self-defense courses that you may have taken in the past or that you may see on YouTube. In addition to teaching personal safety strategies and tactics, we explain the emotional and psychological processes that take place during a confrontation and how to successfully manage them. We also take an in depth look at the instinctive physiological reactions to danger and fear that, as human beings, we all share. Understanding that these reactions prepare us to respond more efficiently to a dangerous situation, will empower us to fight back harder and with more resolve! Read more in the description below in this page.

    About Alessandro Padovani

    Date: Coming soon Time: 8 AM - 4 PM Cost: $195 All course purchases are transferable but non refundable.
    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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    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySwvz90056k&t=4s https://youtu.be/KoxhlsYPId8 X3 Club Rifle matches - every 2nd Sunday of the month X3 Club Multigun matches - every 4th Sunday of the month
    1. Access to the Assigned Shooting Bays on Tuesday through Sunday from 8 am to 5 pm. PLEASE NOTE the club will not be available for practice on match days and the days before the match days. Follow the club match schedule for updates.
    2. 25% discount on any additional family member membership.
    3. Access to “Members Only” events.
    Membership in the Piru Holding LLC Shooting Range, dba California Tactical Academy (“CTA“) will be available only to those persons who are legally able to own and possess a firearm and are at least 21 years of age. Members must be in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws concerning the handling and ownership of firearms. Memberships will be granted and may be revoked, in accordance with the Competition Club Membership Agreement and T&C, at the sole discretion of CTA.

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Address: 6700 Holser Canyon Road, Piru, CA 93040
Office Hours: Tuesday through Sunday 8 AM – 4 PM
Public Range Hours: Wednesday through Sunday 8 AM – 4 PM
Voicemail: (805)-222-0261 
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