Absolutely not recommended for the California CCW course. During the course, instructors made the following false assertions as fact: 1. A California CCW permit holder has 30 days to notify the sheriff's office that issued the CCW permit that the permit holder has moved their residence out of the county where the CCW permit was issued. This is false. According to California state statute, a California CCW permit holder has 10 days to notify the sheriff's office that issued the CCW permit that the permit holder has moved their residence out of the county where the CCW permit was issued. This error was pointed out to the instructor who insisted that 30 was correct. 2. A firearm stored in a vehicle's locked trunk is not lawfully considered stored in a locked container. This is false. According to California state statute, a vehicle's locked trunk is lawfully considered a locked container. This error was pointed out to three instructors all of whom insisted that a firearm stored in a vehicle's locked trunk is not lawfully considered stored in a locked container. There was more. We have attended CCW courses elsewhere in California and this was by far the least accurate and professional. Also, their protocol for the amount of live fire exercise drastically and laughably exceeds what is lawfully required and is a grotesque waste of a student's time and cartridges. Under no circumstances would we recommend West Coast Firearms Training for the California CCW course. read more

I received a handgun as a gift from my son and, not being familiar with guns, looked for someone who could patiently help me understand how the gun works, how to care for it and use it safely. Kevin, at Old West Shootery & Supply (in Eureka) recommended AJ, owner of West Coast Firearms Training. My husband attended the session with me, since he wanted to know how to safely handle any gun in our home. Because we started with zero knowledge or experience with handguns, we were a bit anxious about how the afternoon would go. Well, it didn't take long for AJ to have us comfortable enough to go onto the range, and it wasn't long after that we were smiling from ear to ear. We found AJ to be knowledgeable and safety conscious in addition to being relaxed and patient. His range assistants, Ryan and Jason, were friendly and competent, as well. We look forward to heading over to Old West Shootery (in Eureka) to practice our new skills, and will not hesitate to give AJ a call when we're ready to learn more. Cathy & Mark read more

Received excellent training. Walked in knowing less than I thought I did, walked out feeling comfortable and confident with my firearm. I would recommend this company to anyone thinking of applying for a CCW in Ca. A.J. and his crew (big shout out to Heather) will take the time to make sure you understand your weapon, your desires, and your obligations BEFORE YOU FIRE A SINGLE SHOT. Take this class even if you are just "testing the waters". You will not be disappointed. I feel that this class had a huge impact on the way that I think about my role in my community. Thank you A.J., Ryan, and Heather. I learned skills that I pray never to use but will never forget. Ready Davis, McKinleyville, Ca. read more

OK so you think you think your good at using your guns huh? I dare you to take just one class at West Coast Firearms and I can guarantee you'll leave there wanting to take another class. The teacher is very knowledgable and explains things in terms the normal person can understand. He has a vast background in competition shooting among other things. No I'm not getting paid for this, I'm just being honest. He does it all including hunting licenses. Great training, I got my Guard Card from here also my Firearms Card and he actually calls to remind me when it s about to expire. I'm sure the big city does the same. Not. Call him you wont be sorry you did. read more