Hansen Firearms Training
Hansen Firearms Training operates out of Southern California and focuses specifically on concealed carry weapon (CCW) permits and advanced handgun training. The operation is led by an instructor with Federal Law Enforcement experience—background that shows up immediately in how the curriculum flows ...
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Hansen Firearms Training operates out of Southern California and focuses specifically on concealed carry weapon (CCW) permits and advanced handgun training. The operation is led by an instructor with Federal Law Enforcement experience—background that shows up immediately in how the curriculum flows and what gets emphasized.
They run publicly scheduled classes and private instruction:
- •CCW Initial - 16-hour course (in-person 1.5 days or online blended)
- •CCW Renewal - Shorter format for permit renewals
- •Non-resident California CCW - On-demand online course (non-California residents can now get California CCW)
- •Advanced Handgun Training - Beyond permit requirements
- •Active Attacker Response - Scenario-based training
- •Medical Trauma Courses - First aid focused on gunshot wounds
Courses are officially approved by:
| County/City | Status |
|---|---|
| Orange County | Full approval |
| San Diego County | Full approval |
| Los Angeles County | Full approval |
| City of Los Angeles (LAPD) | Full in-person only* |
| City of Long Beach (LBPD) | Full approval |
| Multiple other jurisdictions | Approved |
- •*LAPD and LA County Sheriff currently require the full in-person version, not online blended.
In-Person Format: Classroom instruction mixed with live range time. They skip the boring static shooting—instead you run practical drills at required distances, rapid fire, reloads, target assessment, and movement-based shooting.
Online Blended Format: Classroom portion done at your pace online. You schedule your range qualification separately at a location near you. Same curriculum, more flexibility.
- •Range fees and targets (included in price)
- •Qualify unlimited handguns—first 3 are free
- •Holster and training gun provided
- •Live Scan fingerprinting normally available on-site
- •$30 optional add-on for Utah and Arizona permit reciprocity (covers 39 additional states)
Their fee structure is notably transparent. Multiple students mention being surprised at the pricing given what's actually included.
The curriculum covers:
- •Situational awareness and threat assessment
- •Open-hand combat techniques alongside firearms
- •Real-world defensive scenarios
- •California firearms law specifics (varies by county)
- •Permit application process for your specific jurisdiction
- •Practical shooting under various conditions
"His Federal Law Enforcement training and experience comes through, always professional and passionate about the training." - Mike
Classes maintain an "ego-free teaching style"—newer shooters and 30-year veterans both show up in reviews saying they learned something.
- •Public Classes run regularly in Huntington Beach and other Orange County locations. January scheduling shows:
- •CCW Initial and Renewal both available
- •Both in-person and online range portions offered
- •Multiple dates per month
- •Private Classes available most days on weekdays, rates vary based on group size. More flexibility on scheduling.
100% incident-free safety record across all classes.
Reviews cluster around several themes:
1. Practical relevance - "Real world situations we went through to learn how to deal with things that could happen" 2. Instructor quality - "Knowledgeable and friendly" shows up repeatedly; FBI training perspective mentioned specifically 3. Range portion design - Students consistently praise the drill-based approach versus static qualification 4. Pacing - "Fast paced, relevant and extremely interesting" even over 16-hour sessions 5. Value - "Don't know why it costs so little for everything provided"
Multiple reviews from experienced shooters (competition shooters, former military, former police) indicate the training adds value beyond permit requirements.