California CCW - San Diego County Initial
2026-08-29 08:00 - 2026-08-30 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rainbow Range — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
Completion of this course meets the requirements to receive your initial California Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) from the San Diego County Sheriff.
Bring your paperwork and holster. If you are not a member of Rainbow Range there will be a $35 range fee charged in cash only. The cost of the class includes the inclusion of one gun. Adding additional guns will cost an additional $30 per gun with a maximum charge of $60.
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California CCW - Riverside County Initial
2026-08-29 08:00 - 2026-08-30 17:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Completion of this course meets the requirements to receive your initial California Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) from the Riverside County Sheriff.
Bring your paperwork and holster. If you are not a member of Rainbow Range there will be a $35 range fee charged in cash only. The cost of the class includes the inclusion of one gun. Adding additional guns will cost an additional $30 per gun with a maximum charge of $60.
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California CCW - Murrieta, Menifee, Hemet, Banning & Beaumont Initial
2026-08-29 08:00 - 2026-08-30 17:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Completion of this course meets the requirements to receive your initial California Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) from the Murrieta, Menifee, Hemet, Banning or Beaumont Police Departments.
Bring your paperwork and holster. If you are not a member of Rainbow Range there will be a $35 range fee charged in cash only. The cost of the class includes the inclusion of one gun. Adding additional guns will cost an additional $30 per gun with a maximum charge of $60.
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Home Defense/Solo CQB Aug 29th
2026-08-29 09:00 - 16:00 | 1833 S Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside CA 92054
Enhance your home defense skills with our Home Defense CQB training at West Coast Kinetic Solutions. Led by a Special Operations Marine Raider, this program offers realistic force-on-force scenarios to prepare you for real-world home defense situations. Gain invaluable tactical insight and hands-on experience to effectively protect your loved ones and property.
Gear List -eye pro -long sleeve shirt or hoodie -pants -closed toe shoes -gloves -water -food/snacks -note taking material
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Glock Armorer’s Introduction
2026-08-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Personal Protection Academy LLC — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
This class is taught by a Glock Certified Advanced Armorer and will teach you how to strip your Glock down to the 34 individual parts. You will learn to clean, repair, and replace parts in your Glock. Bring your Glock, an empty magazine, several small punches, a flashlight, a small flathead screwdriver, a rag or mat, and safety glasses. A Glock Armorer’s Tool, blue thread lock, and a Glock front sight tool are recommended.
NO CLEANING CHEMICALS OR AMMUNITION ARE ALOWED IN THE CLASSROOM. YOUR GLOCK MUST BE IN A SECURED CASE WHEN ENTERING AND LEAVING THE BUILDING.
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AR-15 301: Advanced
2026-09-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Mike Raahauge Shooting — 14995 River Road, Eastvale, CA, 92880
This is not a beginner course. No matter your level of experience, we encourage you to take our 201 course first.
Learn transition to pistol, shooting from cover, and precision shooting.
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CCW ADD GUN QUAL OR BSIS QUALIFICATION SHOOT QUAL ONLY
2026-09-07 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Indoors, The Gun Range San Diego on Balboa Avenue
NOT A CCW CLASS
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​Defensive Pistol 301: Advanced Gunfighting
2026-09-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3149 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
You will work on moving and shooting, using cover and concealment, non-traditional shooting platforms and engaging multiple targets.
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NRA Personal Protection Outside The Home Instructor
2026-09-09 08:00 - 2026-09-11 17:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Teaches students the knowledge, skills and attitude essential for avoiding dangerous confrontations and for the safe, effective and responsible use of a concealed pistol for self-defense outside the home.
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CONCEALED CARRY INITIAL, RENEWAL, AND DAY-1 OF THE 16-HOUR CLASS
2026-09-11 08:00 - 10:00 | INDOOR CLASSROOM ONLY IN LA MESA
Renewal students have a separate Range Qualification indoors on Monday Nights See Schedule for dates
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16 Hr CCW SD CA Sept 11-12
2026-09-11 08:30 - 17:30 | Fallbrook/Pala Area
West Coast Kinetic Solutions offers premier 16-hour tactical training for San Diego CCW seekers. Our world-class instructors bring over 20 years of Special Operations experience to provide top-notch education and skill development. Join us to receive expert guidance and hands-on practice in a supportive and empowering environment. Elevate your training with West Coast Kinetic Solutions today. Gear List -water 1 gallon -food for lunch or snacks -sun block -gun belt -concealed holster or outside the waist band holster or both -at least 2 pistol mags -pistol mag pouches/holsters -at least 150 rounds -eye protection -hearing protection -wear clothing for outdoors with closed toe shoes and under shirt
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8-HOUR CONCEALED CARRY RANGE CLASS – DAY 2 INITIAL or RENEWAL
2026-09-12 08:00 - 10:00 | OUTDOOR PRIVATE RANGE ESCONDIDO
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San Diego/Riverside Counties 16hr CCW Class
2026-09-12 08:00 - 2026-09-13 16:00 | Pala Shooting Range — 35402 Henderson Rd, Pala, CA, 92059
As of Jan 1, 2024 CA CCW applicants now require 16hrs of training to receive their CCW Permit. This 2 day class satisfies this requirement.
Day 1 is spent in the classroom Day 2 is a combination of classroom and range time followed by a qualification with the firearms you wish to have on your permit.
Upon completion of the class you will receive a completion certificate that you can submit to the Sheriff to receive you permit.
Students will be provided with their own copy of USCCA’s “Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals”
Price includes Range fees, and all weapons you wish to qualify with. No extra charge for multiple weapons.
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Defensive Pistol Lvl l Sept 12
2026-09-12 09:00 - 14:00 | Fallbrook/Pala Area
Are you a beginner looking to enhance your combat marksmanship skills and self-defense abilities? Look no further than West Coast Kinetic Solutions. Our instructors bring 20 years of Special Operations experience to the table, ensuring top-notch training. Dive into the fundamentals of combat marksmanship, master pistol mechanics, and hone your skills with immersive combat drills. Join us at West Coast Kinetic Solutions and elevate your training experience to the next level.
Gear List -Water 1 Gallon -Food for lunch or snacks -sun block -gun belt -holster -at least two pistol mags -pistol mag punches/holsters -at least 300 rounds of ammo -eye protection -hearing protection -wear clothing for out doors closed toe shoes
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AR-15 Armorer's Introduction
2026-09-12 16:00 - 19:00 | Personal Protection Academy LLC — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
This class is taught by a Colt Certified AR Armorer and will teach you how to strip your AR down to the individual parts. You will learn to clean, repair, and replace parts in your AR. Bring your AR, a rag, an empty magazine, and a basic AR armorer’s tool kit.
NO CLEANING CHEMICALS OR AMMUNITION ARE ALOWED IN THE CLASSROOM. YOUR AR MUST BE IN A SECURED CASE WHEN ENTERING AND LEAVING THE BUILDING.
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Concealed Carry Range Qualification
2026-09-13 07:40 - 11:00 | Pala Shooting Range — 35402 Henderson Road, Pala, CA, 92058
This class is for those students who have either completed or working on their 16HR Initial or 8HR renewal online and need to complete the live fire portion of the CCW Training. You will need to have completed both Online and In person for final training certificate to be issued.
Range Fee $40 cash paid on the day of class.
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San Diego/Riverside 8hr CCW Renewal Course
2026-09-13 08:00 - 16:00 | Pala Shooting Range — 35402 Henderson Road, pala, CA, 92059
If it is time to renew your current/expiring CCW permit the applicant is required to attend a CCW refresher training course. You can attend the 8hr CCW Renewal Class up to 90 days prior to your expiration date. This class meets the San Diego and Riverside Counties requirements for your Concealed Carry Permit renewal.
The class is divided into classroom instruction on the Laws that all CCW holders should be aware of, interaction with law enforcement, legal locations of where you can and cannot Concealed Carry, concealed carry techniques.
Following the in class instruction period you will be scheduled to perform the on range qualification course of fire with each weapon listed on your permit (you must qualify with every weapon you listed on your permit).
Price includes all range fees, and all firearms.
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Competition Shooting Lab 201
2026-09-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 9301-9681 Hwy 76, Pala, CA, 92059
Deep dive on USPSA rules & techniques. Shoot numerous actual stages. Receive scores & critique & shoot ’em again. Learn stage planning & execution.
The shooting range is near Pala on private property east of the 15 just south of the 76. Exact directions will be provided before the event. We will meet near Pala Rey Produce before the class & caravan 2 minutes to the range. THE CLASS IS NOT HELD IN MURRIETA. THAT IS THE LOCATION OF OUR OFFICE.
A deep dive into USPSA competitive shooting for new and experienced competitors.
These courses will be taught by an instructor who has the following experience: USPSA Certified Range Officer USPSA National Championships, three times Competes in three USPSA divisions; Carry Optics (red dot), Limited (iron sights), and PCC (pistol caliber carbine)
It is not mandatory to take the two Competition Shooting Lab classes in order; however, it is highly encouraged. Facilities are rustic. Be prepared for nature calls. Bring a chair, snacks & water. ​ Iron sights, optics & PCCs are welcome. Competition belts are not mandatory. Holsters, lots of magazines, magazine pouches, speed loaders & 300 rounds of ammunition are required. PCCs must be in rifle bags. Keep all guns stored until instructed.
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Church Security Training
2026-09-14 14:00 - 18:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 9301-9681 Hwy 76, Pala, CA, 92059
When evil attacks your church, do you know what to do? This course will help you develop the emergency mindset to protect your congregation. Includes live fire and first aid scenarios. Who applies the tourniquets? Who defends with firearms? Who engages the threat?
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8-HOUR CONCEALED CARRY RANGE CLASS – DAY 2 INITIAL or RENEWAL
2026-09-18 08:00 - 10:00 | OUTDOOR PRIVATE RANGE ALPINE

Defensive Carbine Lvl l Sept 18
2026-09-18 09:00 - 14:00 | Fallbrook/Pala Area
oin West Coast Kinetic Solutions for our upcoming Defensive Carbine Level 1 training. Learn from our experienced U.S. Special Operations Instructors in areas such as Defensive Marksmanship, multiple target engagement, combat drills, Carbine carries, and shooting at short and mid-range distances. Get hands-on experience and enhance your skills in a dynamic and practical training environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to train with the best and take your marksmanship to the next level!
Gear List -water 1 gallon -food for lunch or snacks -sun block -gun belt/ with mag holster or pouch -rifle sling -shooting gloves -at least 2 rifle mags -400 rounds -eye protection -hearing protection -wear clothing for outdoors -range chair
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​Emergency Preparedness 101: Tactical First Aid
2026-09-19 00:00 - 16:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
This course includes both the Stop The Bleed Training AND the American Red Cross Adult First Aid/CPR/AED class. Students will receive a 2-year CPR certification, a Stop The Bleed certification and a free tourniquet. You will learn about pressure dressings, tourniquet application and how to build your own Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK),
This course is perfect for shooters, hunters, hikers, campers and anyone who is ready to be their own first responder.
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CONCEALED CARRY DAY-ONE 8-HOUR CLASS FOR 16-HOUR APPLICANTS
2026-09-19 08:30 - 10:30 | Indoor Classroom in El Cajon
NOT A RANGE CLASS
Use this link to register for the first 8-Hour CCW Training Course: California Concealed Carry (CCW) Initial, Day 1 | USCCA Training (usconcealedcarry.com)
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CONCEALED CARRY 8-HOUR RENEWAL CLASS
2026-09-19 08:30 - 10:30 | Indoor Classroom in El Cajon
(SEPARATE RANGE QUAL – Renewal Students have a separate Range Qualification indoors on Monday Nights See Schedule for dates)
Use this link to register for the first 8-Hour CCW Training Course: California Concealed Carry (CCW) Initial, Day 1 | USCCA Training (usconcealedcarry.com)
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Women's Handgun 301: Defensive Shooting
2026-09-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This is the 3rd of 3 women’s handgun classes. This class will cover defensive handgun in an instructional setting and end up on the shooting range. You can take one class by itself or sign up for all three.
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Handgun Seminar: How To Clean Your Handgun
2026-09-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
This class will teach you how to field strip and clean your gun. Special attention will be paid to the frequency of cleaning and recommended techniques. Bring your unloaded and cased firearm to use in class.
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How Good Are You?
2026-09-23 09:00 - 16:00 | Alpine, CA Private Range
Train in the morning. Get your number in the afternoon.
Maybe you’ve carried every day for twenty years. Maybe you’re a year in and still figuring it out. Either way, here’s a question almost nobody can answer.
How good are you?
Not how long you’ve owned it. Not how many rounds you’ve put downrange. A number.
Almost nobody has one, because nothing in civilian life ever asks. And if you have a CCW, you already passed a qualification, but be honest about what that proved. It proved you were safe. It didn’t tell you a thing about how good you are.
How the day runs
Morning is training. You are not walked in cold and tested. Dave Reed spends the morning working the things that actually move a score: grip, presentation, trigger control, drawing from the holster, and reloads.
This isn’t a beginner block. Dave isn’t going to teach anybody how to hold a pistol and leave it there. He’s going to find the specific thing costing you points, which for most experienced shooters turns out to be the draw and the first shot, not marksmanship. Fifteen students and one instructor, so nothing goes unnoticed for long.
Afternoon is measuring. Standardized courses of fire, timed, shot from concealment, scored, and run head to head with the rest of the class. There’s a little competition to it, which is the point. It’s a lot easier to find out where you stand when everybody on the line is finding out at the same time.
What “measuring” actually means
There are established courses of fire that instructors and agencies use to test pistol skill. Some are ten rounds. Some are fifty. All of them are timed, drawn from concealment, and scored, and that combination is what makes them useful. It’s also what an ordinary range day never gives you.
Dave picks what fits the shooter. Somebody in their first year and somebody who has carried since the nineties don’t learn anything from being measured against the same thing. For shooters who are ready for it, that includes the FBI’s qualification course, fifty rounds from three yards out to twenty-five, scored the way the Bureau scores its own agents.
You’re not getting certified, and we’re not going to pretend otherwise. California doesn’t care about any of it. What you get is a real course of fire, scored honestly, with nowhere to hide.
What you leave with
Everyone leaves with a number. That’s the floor. Nobody drives home from this empty handed, and nobody has to be good to get something out of the day. A number you can’t argue with is the only honest place to start.
Shoot the federal course well enough and you leave with documentation of that too. Not a license, not a certification. Just a fact about you that most gun owners will never be able to claim.
Who’s teaching
Dave Reed brings more than 30 years of real world training experience to personal defense education. He’s a U.S. Navy Training Manager and a certified NRA instructor, and he teaches people how to assess threats quickly and make the right call when it matters.
His last class with us sold out and ran a waitlist.
Who this is for
One requirement: you can draw from a holster and put rounds on target safely, on your own. That’s the whole bar. You don’t need to be fast and you don’t need to be good, but the day moves, and it moves from the holster.
If that isn’t you yet, this isn’t the class to start with, and we’d rather tell you now than take your money. Email us and we’ll point you at the right place to begin. Come to this one next time with a number worth beating.
You don’t need a CCW. Everything happens on a private range and a permit isn’t required to be there.
However you carry is fine. Off body, purse, belly band, appendix, strong side. Tell us how you carry when you register so Dave can plan around it.
No pistol? No problem. Firearms are available for students who need one. Just let us know by September 9, 2026.
What to bring

Your pistol and holster
Three magazines minimum
350 rounds of quality factory ammunition
Eye and ear protection
A cover garment, a hat, and sunscreen
Your own water, your own lunch, and a camp chair if you want one

This is a private range, not a facility. There are restrooms and that’s about it, so pack for a full day outdoors in September. The range address goes out by email once you register.
Reserve your seat
Fifteen seats. One instructor. That’s not a marketing number, it’s how many people Dave can actually watch shoot in a day.
Every experience level will be on that line, from people a year into carrying to people who have carried since the nineties. Nobody is going to care about your number except you.
Reserve My Seat
Take the day, keep your weekend, and finally find out.

Become A USCCA Instructor - Certified Instructor Course
2026-09-24 09:00 - 2026-09-25 17:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
USCCA CCHDF Certified Instructor Training Workshop USCCA Certified Instructor Training Workshop
Upon successfully completing this course, you will become USCCA Certified Instructor, uniquely authorized to teach the USCCA course, Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals. This course has become the gold standard across the United States for law abiding Americans seeking to obtain their concealed carry permit. As a USCCA certified instructor, you will be trained and equipped to provide world-class instruction to students. You will have access to our world class classroom materials (including a full set of PowerPoint presentations and classroom videos). During this TWO-DAY training course, you’ll be taught by a USCCA Training Counselor on a number of valuable topics, including: The top ten instructor mistakes, and how to avoid them; teaching best practices; and running a safe live fire range.
You’ll also have a chance to demonstrate your knowledge of the USCCA training material through seven short presentations to a group of your peers, as well as running a live fire range, guiding your peers through the safe completion of the USCCA course of fire. After completion of this course, you’ll not only be intimately familiar with the USCCA training methodology and materials, you’ll be a far better instructor and presenter, regardless of the topic of choice. Prior to the class, you must complete the corresponding eLearning. After passing the class, you will be sent an instructor shirt and toolkit.
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