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Handgun Safety Certificate Course in Burlingame, CA - San Francisco

Handgun Safety Certificate Course in Burlingame, CA

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

3.5 hours

Fitness Level

Minimal physical fitness required; standing during live-fire exercise is expected.

Overview

Take your handgun skills to the next level with a 3.5-hour safety course and live fire training in Burlingame, California. Learn from certified instructors to feel confident before purchasing your handgun.

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Burlingame, California

Handgun Safety Certificate

3.5 Hours • Ages 12+ • Ages 12-17 Require Parent/Guardian

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About This Adventure

Join Bay Area Firearms Instruction for a comprehensive 3.5-hour class led by certified instructors, designed to enhance your handgun safety skills beyond the basic HSC course. Experience personalized training, including one hour of live fire, ensuring you are well-prepared and confident in firearm handling before purchasing a handgun.

This Class is Taught by Bay Area Firearms Instruction’s California Department of Justice Certified Instructors!

Duration

3.5 Hours

About

  • This class is taught by Bay Area Firearms Instruction’s California Department of Justice Certified Instructors. Because so many people that only take the HSC COURSE are not safe enough, and could be a dangerous liability to themselves, and other people. We do not want to give the government and excuse to take away everyone’s firearms. The HSC is so minimal in training that we have added such personalized training to ensure your safety. One hour range time in this scours.
  • Note: Students pay their own range fee, and ammo. Current price for the Department of Justice HSC Certificate is $25.00 extra paid by the student.
  • Prerequisite: Our facility requires that you go through a First Steps Pistol certification cost is $159.00 before you go through the HSC. This ensures us, and you that you will be safe when you buy a handgun. THE HSC does not go into any kind of depth learning on using a handgun, and it is not safe for you Our Basic First Steps Pistol course training includes: Safe Gun Handling, loading, unloading dry firing, clearing stoppages, transportation laws in Calif. How to clean a gun. 4 hours of training, one hour of live fire, and a written test. Either NRA OR IFA certification. You will be more than glad you did. Please click on Pistol Training and all the info is on there.
  • Under California State Law, this certification must be obtained prior to the purchase of a handgun. Some exceptions to this requirement have been provided by the State of California.

Please Note

  • Range Fees and ammunition are paid by the students. Range fees are from $20- $40 depending on what type of firearm you are being trained on.
  • Valid photo ID REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS.
  • Minors welcome from 12 years of age and up with parent or guardian.
  • Foreign Students welcome with passport.

Adventure Tips

Arrive Early

Arriving 15 minutes before the start time allows you to complete necessary paperwork and get settled comfortably.

Wear Comfortable Clothing

Opt for casual, comfortable clothes with closed-toe shoes since you'll be standing during live fire practice.

Bring Valid ID

A government-issued photo ID is mandatory to participate and verify eligibility for the certificate.

Stay Hydrated

Keep a water bottle handy, especially during summer months, to stay refreshed throughout the training.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Great Blue Heron
  • California Sea Lions near the bay

History

Burlingame has a rich aviation history and is close to the San Francisco Bay, which was central to early California development and transportation.

Conservation

Local firearm instructors promote responsible ownership and emphasize the importance of safety and environmental preservation on shooting ranges.

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Recommended Gear

Closed-toe Shoes

Essential

Necessary for safety during the live-fire portion of the course.

Safety Glasses

Essential

Protects your eyes from debris and is typically provided but recommended to bring your own.

Ear Protection

Essential

Required for live-fire shooting to protect your hearing from gunshots.

Water Bottle

Staying hydrated is important, especially if training during warmer months.

summer specific