G Firearms Training

Gallardo Firearms Training is run by two brothers with real credentials: Jesus Gallardo is a military veteran, competitive shooter, and law enforcement officer. Adolfo Gallardo is a former Marine infantryman, range safety officer, and competitive shooter. Their mission is simple: provide quality firearms training that emphasizes knowledge, skills, and ability in the pursuit of self-improvement and increased awareness.

Their course catalog covers:

• •CCW Initial Training — 16 hours (Tulare & Kings County compliance with SB2 requirements). Includes application process, firearm safety, hands-on demonstration, gun handling, law of self-defense, and written test.
• •CCW Renewal Training — 8 hours. Latest renewal process, safety deep-dive, video instruction, hands-on demonstration, and written test.
• •Intro to Handgun — 3-hour fundamentals course covering safety rules, pistol operation, ammunition, shooting positions, cleaning, and dry practice.
• •Intro to Rifle — 4-hour course on rifle fundamentals, zeroing, iron sights, red-dot optics, malfunction clearance, and supported/unsupported positions.
• •Low-Light Handgun & Carbine/Rifle — Specialized training for low-visibility scenarios (Manzano Tactical partnership).
• •Handgun Accuracy Plus — Advanced accuracy and skill development.
• •Dynamic Handgun & Carbine Fundamentals — Movement-based training for pistol and rifle.
• •Carbine/Pistol 2-Gun Fundamentals — Multi-weapon platform training.
• •Defensive Handgun Skill Builder — Real-world self-defense applications.
• •Intro to Competition Shooting & Shooting Sports — Gateway to competitive shooting disciplines.
• •Home Defense Tactics — Protecting your home and family.

"The Gallardo brothers bring a no-nonsense approach to training. They truly care about you and your success." — J. Olmos, Facebook Review

• •No gun? No problem. They have several pistols, rifles, and shotguns in various calibers available during classes. Your certificate is valid for 6 months after completion—plenty of time to shop for your own.

• •Bilingual instruction. Spanish speakers get full explanation of material, though applications and legal study are in English.

• •Private classes available. Minimum 10 people required. They also offer private range time and group/family training.

• •Multi-state CCW coverage. Their certificate covers 25 states. You can also get an Arizona non-resident CCW through them, bringing total coverage to 33 states.

They walk you through the entire application process:

1. Take the 16-hour CCW Initial Training Course (shooting required) 2. Receive certificate valid for 6 months 3. Complete online application via Tulare County Sheriff's website or mobile app 4. Pay application initiation fee online 5. Schedule appointment or walk in to Visalia or Porterville location for live scan and photo 6. Wait for approval (highly likely if you can legally buy a gun and pass background check)

• •For renewals: 8-hour training course + online renewal application.

• •Payment options: Cash, Venmo, or check (due on training day).

Contact: - Phone: 559-788-7265 or 559-310-3711 - Email: [email protected]

"I have been to 6 different classes/instructors in the last 12 years. This by far was the most informative and best class I have ever attended. Adolfo is passionate about teaching and very knowledgeable." — B. Parbst

"Jesus is very knowledgeable, patient and really resourceful... the class was really fun." — G. Charles

"They go above and beyond with any firearms assistance." — C. Gamboa

They're known equally for self-defense and competition shooting instruction, and students consistently praise their communication, patience, and commitment to responsible gun ownership.