Gun Owners Radio

Handgun Basics For New Shooters
2026-04-16 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Personal Protection Academy LLC — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd., Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This class is intended for new or newer shooters who want to learn about basic gun handling, safety, and shooting in the classroom. We will then take those new skills out to the range and guide you through taking shots on paper.
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8-HOUR CONCEALED CARRY RANGE CLASS – DAY 2 INITIAL or RENEWAL
2026-04-17 08:00 - 10:00 | OUTDOOR PRIVATE RANGE ALPINE
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Concealed Carry Range Qualification
2026-04-17 08:30 - 11:00, 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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Defensive Carbine Lvl ll
2026-04-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Fallbrook Area
Join us for the Combat Carbine Level II course on January 2, led by a seasoned 20-year Marine Special Operator. This not a beginners course. This training focuses on essential skills such as speed shooting, speed reloads, and engaging multiple targets at short distances. Elevate your tactical proficiency with expert instruction from West Coast Kinetic Solutions, where precision and professional development meet.
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 -100 Frangible rounds -eye protection -ear protection -wear clothing for outdoors -range chair
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Skill Builder: Reloads & Malfunctions
2026-04-17 09:00 - 23:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd., Fallbrook, CA, 92028
You will learn how to identify and reflexively clear three types of malfunctions and perform two common reloads. This class will dramatically improve your gun handling skills.
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CONCEALED CARRY DAY-ONE 8-HOUR CLASS FOR 16-HOUR APPLICANTS
2026-04-18 08:00 - 10:00 | 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
2026-04-18 08:00 - 10:00 | 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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California CCW - San Diego County Initial
2026-04-18 08:00 - 2026-04-19 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.
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California CCW - Riverside County Initial
2026-04-18 08:00 - 2026-04-19 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
2026-04-18 08:00 - 2026-04-19 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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Discount Gun Mart Table Top
2026-04-18 10:00 - 16:00 | Discount Gun Mart, 1510 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92115, United States
The Tabletop program seems like an excellent way to engage with the community and raise awareness about important issues related to gun rights and safety, as well as the work being done by SDCGO (San Diego County Gun Owners). By distributing printed materials, signing up people for newsletters, and recruiting new members, you’ll be helping to spread valuable information and grow the organization’s influence.

Gun N Moses Shooting Social
2026-04-19 08:00 - 10:00 | Poway Weapons and Gear, 13550 Danielson St, Poway, CA, 92064, United States
Be a mentor at our Guns N’ Moses shooting social.
Bring a handgun (9mm) for the mentee to use, and walk them through shooting 50 rounds of ammo.
We will give a safety brief and you will be randomly assigned someone to work with.
You will be given 10-15 minutes to go over the basics on a cold range. (Stance, grip, sight picture, loading, magazine release, slide lock etc)
You will help your shooter fire their ammunition through your gun. Your goal is to provide a safe, fun, and SAFE first-time shooting experience. Again, most of these shooters have never fired a gun before. We just want to take the mystery out of shooting by giving a safe, fun, first-time experience.

Pistol CCW and Two Man Tactics
2026-04-19 08:00 - 16:00 | Alpine Range
Advanced pistol course covering concealed carry techniques and two-man team tactics. Builds on foundational pistol skills with a focus on real-world defensive scenarios and coordinated response with a partner.
Bring 400 rounds (factory or approved reloads).
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California CCW - San Diego County Renewal
2026-04-19 08:00 - 17:00 | 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 | 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.
Register on USCCA →

California CCW - Murrieta, Menifee, Hemet, Banning & Beaumont Renewal
2026-04-19 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.
Register on USCCA →

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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An Evening of Courage, Community, and Conversation
2026-04-24 18:00 - 19:30 | Elijah’s Restaurant, 7061 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, ca, 92111
In recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we invite you to join us for a special evening dedicated to raising awareness, strengthening our communities, and discussing meaningful solutions to help prevent violence.
Our special guest for the evening will be Riverside County Sheriff and California Governor candidate Chad Bianco, who will share his perspective on public safety, the realities of sexual assault in our communities, and the role leadership can play in prevention and accountability.
This is a unique opportunity to meet Sheriff Bianco, hear directly from him, and be part of an important conversation about protecting our communities and supporting victims.
Dinner will feature a delicious Italian pasta buffet, including alfredo and marinara sauces, your choice of protein, salad, breadsticks, and dessert. Adult beverages will be available for purchase.
We hope you’ll join us for an evening of conversation, connection, and community as we come together to recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month and hear from a leader working to shape California’s future.

8-HOUR CONCEALED CARRY RANGE CLASS – DAY 2 INITIAL or RENEWAL
2026-04-25 08:00 - 10:00 | OUTDOOR PRIVATE RANGE ESCONDIDO

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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NCSC Table Top
2026-04-25 10:00 - 16:00 | North County Shooting Center, 1440 Descanso Ave., San Marcos, CA, 92069, United States
The Tabletop program is our way of engaging with the Public around San Diego County on gun-related topics and letting them know there is hope! We speak about who SDCGO is and what we do, CCW permits, events, lawsuits, and of course the elections. You’ll be handing out printed materials, collecting sign-ups for the newsletter, and recruiting new members.

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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