Gun Owners Radio

California CCW - San Diego County Renewal
2026-04-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Rainbow Range — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd. , Fallbrook, CA, 92028
Completion of this course meets the requirements to receive your California Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) renewed 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 Renewal
2026-04-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Completion of this course meets the requirements to receive your California Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) renewed 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 Renewal
2026-04-19 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Completion of this course meets the requirements to receive your California Concealed Carry Permit (CCW) renewed from the Murrieta, Menifee, Hemet, Banning & 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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Glock Armorer’s Introduction
2026-04-19 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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NRA CCW Instructor
2026-04-20 08:00 - 2026-04-21 17:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
This 2-day course teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching the NRA CCW course. BEFORE ATTENDING THIS CLASS, YOU MUST ALREADY BE AN NRA CERTIFIED PISTOL INSTRUCTOR.
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CCW ADD GUN QUAL OR BSIS QUALIFICATION SHOOT QUAL ONLY
2026-04-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Indoors @ The Gun Range San Diego on Balboa Avenue
NOT A CCW CLASS
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Handgun Seminar: Dry Fire Practice
2026-04-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Learn to improve your shooting dramatically by safely dryfiring in your home, hotel or office. Learn to use techniques, drills and technology. Save money on ammunition. Practice in the comfort of your home. Become a better shooter.
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Women's Firearms Safety & Responsible Ownership
2026-04-22 17:30 - 19:00 | Discount GunMart — 1510 Morena Blvd, San Diego
Women-only, beginner-friendly course covering firearm safety, responsible ownership, legal requirements, secure storage, and safe handling.
Hosted by NotMeCA in partnership with San Diego County Gun Owners.
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16 hr CCW SD CA
2026-04-24 09:00 - 2026-04-25 01:00 | Fallbrook 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
2026-04-25 08:00 - 10:00 | OUTDOOR PRIVATE RANGE ESCONDIDO
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San Diego/Riverside Counties 16hr CCW Class
2026-04-25 08:00 - 2026-04-26 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 April 25th
2026-04-25 09:00 - 15:00 | Fallbrook 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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Red Dot Pistol Shooting 301: Advanced
2026-04-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd., Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This is an Advanced class. New red dot shooters should not start here. It is highly recommended you complete 101 and 201 before you start this class.
Bring your gun with a pistol mounted optic already zeroed. Bring a holster. You should not attend this class unless you have already taken other red dot classes.
What are the strengths and weaknesses of a pistol mounted optic. How to shoot faster with a red dot. Multiple targets.
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Skill Builder: Pistol Marksmanship
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3149 Rainbow Valley Blvd., Fallbrook, CA, 92028
Get more out of your range time!
Don’t let your handgun training get boring. Learn creative drills and techniques which will advance your handgun ability and allow you to have more fun at home and at the range.
Each participant will receive a free copy of the book PISTOL PRACTICE. The spiral bound book, designed for use at the range, includes 20 chapters of exercises and challenges plus targets and innovative scoresheets that support a broad range of skill levels.
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Concealed Carry Range Qualification
2026-04-26 08:00 - 11:00 | Pala Shooting Range — 35402 Henderson Road, Pala, CA, 92058
This class is for those students who have completed their 16HR Initial or 8HR renewal online and who need to complete the live fire portion of the class. Online Completion certificate is required to sign up.
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San Diego/Riverside 8hr CCW Renewal Course
2026-04-26 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 101
2026-04-26 11:00 - 15:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 9301-9681 Hwy 76, Pala, CA, 92059
Learn the rules and scoring of USPSA to make you a superior & safer competitor. Focus on the things which set you up for success: draw, grip, trigger press, target transitions, reloads & gear set up.
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
2026-04-26 15:30 - 19:30 | 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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AR-15 101: Introduction To Shooting
2026-04-27 09:00 - 11:00 | Mike Raahauge Shooting — 14995 River Road, Eastvale, CA, 92880
Learn how to shoot America’s most popular rifle. Learn the history, the basics and safety.
Learn the basics. Fire, reload, & engage multiple targets.
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California CCW - San Diego County Initial
2026-04-28 08:00 - 2026-04-29 17:00 | 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.
Register on USCCA →

California CCW - Riverside County Initial
2026-04-28 08:00 - 2026-04-29 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.
Register on USCCA →

California CCW - Murrieta, Menifee, Hemet, Banning & Beaumont Initial
2026-04-28 08:00 - 2026-04-29 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.
Register on USCCA →

Pepper Spray For Self-Defense
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Pepper spray is a wonderful less than lethal option of self-defense. However, if you are untrained, you are just as likely to spray yourself. Each participant receives inert practice canister and one high end pepper spray canister.
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Combat Pistol 1.5
2026-05-02 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-03 08:00 - 16:00 | South Bay Rod & Gun Range
Combines Combat Pistol I with selected intermediate-level content from Combat Pistol II. Covers foundational pistol skills plus advanced techniques to accelerate your progression.
Bring 400 rounds (factory or approved reloads).
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Home Defense CQB
2026-05-02 09:00 - 15:00 | 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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