Skill Builder: Handgun Aptitude Test
2026-04-10 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Personal Protection Academy — 3149 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
The Handgun Aptitude Test (HAT) consists of 10 handgun skill drills to help you evaluate your progress as a shooter and your rank among other pistoleers.
The HAT is a perfect way to enhance your defensive handgun skills and to evaluate your progress as a pistol practitioner. Our training program is designed to help you become a more confident and skilled gun owner. We offer a comprehensive range of courses that cater to the needs of all levels of handgun enthusiasts.
At the end of each class you shoot the HAT test to evaluate your ability.
Visit https://www.handgunaptitudetest.com/ to learn more about the Handgun Aptitude Test.
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4/11 NotMeSD Shooting Social
2026-04-11 08:00 - 10:00 | The Gun Range San Diego, 7853 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA, 92111, United States
Be a mentor at our SDCGO 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.

8-HOUR CONCEALED CARRY RANGE CLASS – DAY 2 INITIAL or RENEWAL
2026-04-11 08:00 - 10:00 | OUTDOOR PRIVATE RANGE ESCONDIDO
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NotMeSD Shooting Social
2026-04-11 08:00 - 10:00 | The Gun Range San Diego — 7853 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
A women-focused shooting social with a safety briefing, hands-on instruction, and guided range time. No prior experience or equipment needed.
Hosted by NotMeCA in partnership with San Diego County Gun Owners.
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San Diego/Riverside Counties 16hr CCW Class
2026-04-11 08:00 - 2026-04-12 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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Women's Handgun 201: Intermediate Shooting
2026-04-11 09:00 - 11:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3139 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This is the 2nd of 3 women’s handgun classes. This class will cover intermediate 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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Concealed Carry Range Qualification
2026-04-12 08:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-17 08:30 - 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
2026-04-12 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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Stop The Bleed & Advanced Tourniquet Use
2026-04-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Personal Protection Academy — 40685 California Oaks Rd., Suite E, Murrieta, CA, 92562
Receive a STOP THE BLEED certification and advanced training on the various types of tourniquets. Learn which tourniquets are best for you and which ones to avoid. Learn the importance of sopping blood loss and how to apply pressure, pack a wound and apply all major types of tourniquets.
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AR-15 101: Introduction To Shooting
2026-04-14 11:00 - 13:00 | 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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Defensive Pistol 101: Basic Gunfighting Techniques
2026-04-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Rainbow Shooting Range — 3149 Rainbow Valley Blvd, Fallbrook, CA, 92028
This course combines and tests the skills needed to be a responsible CCW holder and defensive shooter. The skills learned and refined include holster draw, reloads, and malfunction clearance all under timed pressure.
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Handgun Basics For New Shooters
2026-04-16 13:00 - 17:00 | 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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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.
Register on USCCA →

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.
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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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