Locked and Loaded Defense Academy offers California CCW permit courses, NRA Basic Pistol training, and hands-on live-fire instruction for confident, legal handgun ownership.
16-hour CCW initial, 8-hour CCW renewal, NRA Basic Pistol, and PPITH home-defense courses — practical classroom and live-fire range instruction.
others · Gardena
Gain essential concealed carry skills and legal knowledge with this comprehensive 16-hour course in California. Perfect for beginners and experienced shooters alike, it prepares you for responsible firearm ownership.
Locked and Loaded Defense Academy in Gardena, California provides focused firearm training and permit courses for civilians seeking safe, legal handgun ownership and competency. The academy offers a California CCW 16-hour INITIAL Permit Course split over two days, a California CCW 8-Hour RENEWAL Permit Course, an NRA Basic Pistol Course, and a Basic PPITH (Personal Protection In The Home) Course. Each course combines classroom instruction, a written exam, and hands-on live-fire practice at a shooting range.
Instructors at Locked and Loaded Defense Academy emphasize legal compliance, firearm safety, marksmanship fundamentals, and situational awareness. The 16-hour initial course prepares participants for California CCW permit requirements through lectures, written testing, and range drills. The 8-hour renewal course refreshes knowledge and skills for permit holders. The NRA Basic Pistol Course covers fundamentals for beginners and experienced shooters, while the PPITH course focuses on household defense scenarios and practical live-fire exercises using approximately 100 rounds.
Training schedules are designed for convenience, with the initial CCW course split across two days. Courses include both written assessments and hands-on instruction to ensure comprehension and measurable skill development. The academy operates within Gardena and conducts live-fire sessions at authorized ranges, following state regulations and safety protocols. Locked and Loaded Defense Academy markets itself to adults seeking CCW permits, renewals, NRA certification, and practical home defense instruction. Prospective students should review course descriptions and schedule availability before registering. Registration requires identification and adherence to course prerequisites where specified. Contact the academy directly for schedules and available class dates.
Training based in Gardena, California
Short and multi-day course options
Hands-on range practice in each course
Permit, certification, and home defense
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View course schedules, confirm requirements, and register for Locked and Loaded Defense Academy classes to complete California CCW training or NRA Basic Pistol certification.
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