Defensive Accuracy Firearms Instuction Bay Area

Defensive Accuracy has built a reputation across the Bay Area and Central Valley for serious, no-nonsense concealed carry instruction. All instructors are certified by the California Department of Justice, Bureau of Firearms under the Carry Concealed Weapon Program—not just any trainer will do for your permit application.

The two-day initial course covers what you actually need to know:

• •Day One (Classroom): Legal framework for concealed carry, lethal force laws, civil and criminal liability, carry restrictions, storage requirements
• •Day Two (Range): Draw from holster, emergency reloads, malfunction clearance, addressing threats to side and rear, fundamentals that produce accurate fire under stress

Classes run 8am–5pm each day at Richmond Rod & Gun Club (3155 Goodrick Ave, Richmond, CA 94801) or United Sportsmen in Concord. Cost is $369, which includes all range fees, targets, and training certificates.

Upcoming 16-Hour Initial Classes:

If your permit is expiring, the one-day renewal course reviews core skills with live-fire qualification. Available in Concord and Richmond, or by appointment as a small group/private class.

We service CCW renewals for 34+ law enforcement jurisdictions across Northern California, from San Francisco and Marin to Sacramento and Stockton.

Becoming an NRA-certified instructor opens doors to professional liability insurance through Lockton Affinity. Three 3-day courses:

NRA Pistol Instructor (Jan 30–Feb 1, 2026) NRA Shotgun Instructor (Feb 13–15, 2026) NRA Rifle Instructor (Mar 13–15, 2026)

Each course costs $450 and includes: - NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) — mandatory prerequisite - NRA Certified Basic [Discipline] - NRA Certified [Discipline] Instructor - Complimentary coffee, breakfast snacks, and bottled water all three days

Prerequisites must be completed within 24 months. Preregistration and prepayment required.

Small group classes available by appointment:

Larry Behnke: 209-603-9771 Larry DeKam: 209-993-6933

Mandatory gear check on Day One. For the 16-hour initial course:

• •Valid California DMV ID
• •Handgun(s) — revolver or semiautomatic, .22 cal and up. No SIG Sauer P320 platform (Richmond Rod & Gun Club has a total facility ban)
• •150 rounds for main training gun + 50 rounds per additional gun
• •3+ magazines (minimum) for main gun, 2+ for secondary guns
• •Strong-side OWB KYDEX holster only (Vedder, Blade-Tech recommended; no Blackhawk Serpa or competition rigs)
• •Wrap-around eye protection and electronic hearing protection
• •Front-opening jacket or vest (shooting from concealment)
• •Closed-toe shoes, cap/visor, notepad, sack lunch

Utah and Arizona non-resident permits require fingerprint cards. Service available at class.

1. Apply at your local issuing agency (police or sheriff) 2. Get pre-approval from the agency 3. Enroll in an approved class 4. Submit training documentation with your application

• •Note: You are responsible for timely submission of applications and documentation to your issuing authority.

Defensive Accuracy instructors are DOJ-certified and approved by most agencies across San Francisco, Contra Costa, Alameda, Marin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, San Joaquin, Amador, Yolo, Sacramento, and surrounding counties. Twenty years of training Californians to carry responsibly and legally.

• •Questions? Call Denise at 408-687-3791.