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A2 Defense · Southern California

California CCW and firearm classes taught by law enforcement instructors

Preparation, certification and renewal classes, in person and online. Accepted by Riverside County Sheriff and LAPD.

POST-certified instructors, 25+ years 5.0 from 20 students on USCCA English · Spanish · Farsi (Persian)
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Get my first CCWRiverside County or LAPD Renew my CCWOnline or in person I live outside CaliforniaNon-resident CCW, accepted by 9 agencies I'm new to firearmsSafety certificate and basics

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Most popular Online + live fire

Riverside County CCW – Online Renewal (8 hr)

Riverside County Sheriff

Take the approved online course, then schedule your range qualification.

$149 Start today
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Most popular Online + live fire

Riverside County CCW – Online Initial (16 hr)

Riverside County Sheriff

Your first permit, with the classroom online at your own pace.

$300 Start today
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On demand

California Non-Resident CCW (16 hr)

Accepted by 9 California agencies

Pre-recorded and on demand. Start right after you enroll.

$300 Start today
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In person

Riverside County CCW – Initial (16 hr)

Riverside County Sheriff

Two days, 16 hours total (including live fire).

$249 2 students: $449
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In person

LAPD CCW – Initial (16 hr)

Los Angeles Police Department

Two days, 16 hours total (including live fire).

$300 2 students: $499
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In person

Riverside County CCW – Renewal (8 hr)

Riverside County Sheriff

One day, 8 hours (including live fire).

$149 2 students: $269
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In person

LAPD CCW – Renewal (8 hr)

Los Angeles Police Department

One day, 8 hours (including live fire).

$220 2 students: $375
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CCW Prep & Application

Haven't applied yet

A 2-hour class where you start your application with an instructor.

$99 Pick a session
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Explore our training

Certification, prep, advanced and online
CCW CertificationRiverside County, LAPD and non-residentsLearn more → CCW PrepStart your CCW application the right way. Minimize chances of getting rejected.Learn more → Advanced DefenseLearn the skills to win your defensive encounter.Learn more → E-LearningLearn defensive skills wherever you are.Learn more → New ShootersFirearm Safety Certificate, basics of handgun, rifle and shotgunLearn more → Instructor TrainingBecome an NRA Instructor or a DOJ-Certified CCW InstructorLearn more →

What we offer

Why students choose A2 Defense

Law enforcement instructors

Learn from POST-certified law enforcement instructors with 25+ years of experience.

Help after class

CCW Prep students get post-course access to instructors throughout the application process.

Three languages

Instruction in English, Spanish and Farsi (Persian).

Be prepared, feel prepared

Rated 5 stars by students on USCCA

Start with a 2-hour live CCW Prep class, or go straight to CCW certification if you've already applied.

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