Do I need to own a firearm to participate?

No, firearms are available to rent, so owning a gun is not required.

Are the lessons suitable for beginners?

Absolutely, lessons are customized for all skill levels, including first-timers.

What safety measures are in place during the lessons?

All lessons begin with a comprehensive safety briefing and are conducted under strict supervision.

Can I bring guests to watch my lesson?

Guests are generally not permitted for safety reasons, but please check with the facility for exceptions.

Is prior firearm experience necessary?

No prior experience is needed. The instructors will guide you step-by-step.

How do I book an hourly lesson?

Booking can be done easily through the company’s online platform via the provided referral link.

Private Firearms Lessons in Burlingame, California

Experience personalized, one-on-one firearms instruction with Bay Area Firearms' Hourly Private Lessons located in Burlingame, California. This workshop is perfect for both beginners seeking foundational skills and seasoned shooters aiming to fine-tune their technique. Each lesson is tailored to your individual goals, providing expert guidance in a controlled, safe environment. Whether you want to learn handgun fundamentals, improve marksmanship, or practice defensive shooting skills, the instructors focus on building confidence, safety, and proficiency. Burlingame’s convenient location just south of San Francisco makes it an ideal spot for locals and visitors alike. The modern indoor range paired with professional coaching ensures a comfortable learning experience regardless of weather. With small, private sessions, you get direct attention and actionable feedback that accelerates your development. Participants leave not only with improved shooting skills but also with a deeper understanding of responsible firearm handling. This hands-on workshop is a unique way to build competence in a private setting, making it accessible and enjoyable for anyone eager to gain or improve firearms expertise.

About Bay Area Firearms

Bay Area Firearms, located in Burlingame, California, offers a range of hands-on safety, marksmanship, and certification courses tailored for beginners through advanced shooters. Courses include First Aid, several CPR/AED options, handgun and rifle fundamentals, precision and AR-15 specialty classes, a Three Gun Tactical Shoot, and state-specific concealed carry permit instruction for Utah and Florida.

Training sessions vary in length from one hour to full-day programs and combine classroom instruction with live-fire practice where specified. The First Aid and CPR/AED Certification courses are structured as four-hour sessions open to students aged 12 and up. The Handgun Safety Certificate course includes a 3.5-hour classroom component plus one hour of live fire, and some advanced rifle and tactical classes provide extended live-fire and marksmanship training.

The Utah/Florida Concealed Firearms Permit course is an eight-hour program that requires an NRA Basic Pistol Certificate and incorporates legal instruction plus a live-fire marksmanship test. The Three Gun Tactical Shoot is an intensive 12-hour arena course that focuses on rapid fire, reloading, and malfunction clearing with low student-to-teacher ratios.

Bay Area Firearms emphasizes practical, skills-based training and operates in Burlingame, making it accessible to Bay Area residents and visitors. Scheduling information, course prerequisites (such as NRA Basic Pistol Certificate or valid photo ID), and equipment rental options are provided per course listing. This course lineup gives clear pathways for safety certification, handgun purchasing readiness, precision shooting development, and concealed carry qualification. Some classes are led by certified instructors; tactical courses list expert instructors in their descriptions explicitly.