Upcoming Class

SAFE START - Gun Safety Class

First class for the new gun owner, those who have never had formal training, or for those who have not trained with a handgun in a long time. This class will give you quick hands-on introduction to safe handling and orientation to legal concept of gun ownership in CA.  Safe Start is very popular with couples and family members planning to own a firearm for home defense.
April 27th, 2024 (Sat)

April 16th, 2023

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FIND YOUR COURSE

TAC-1 offers exciting courses in firearms training for all levels for both civilians and law enforcement.  Select your level of expertise and let us place you in the right course for your need. 

Frequently Asked Question: Q&A

STARTER

Beginner/Novice

  • Never held a gun
  • Just purchased a gun
  • Planning to purchase a gun in the near future
  • Haven't shot in years
  • Never taken a formal gun/hunter safety course

Recommended course:

Safe Start

INTERMEDIATE

Basic Knowledge/Proficient

  • Go shooting often
  • Have working knowledge
  • Comfortable with guns
  • Have taken courses with other instructor
  • LEO needed tune up

Recommended course:

ADVANCED

Skilled/LEO

  • Have taken numerous classes
  • Avid comp shooter
  • LEO with proficient marksmanship
  • Can demo skills on demand
  • Extremely safety conscious
  • Solid Fundamental

Recommended course:

1-on-1 Training

PRIVATE 
ATTENTION

Consider TAC-1's private training ses​sion for the best one-on-one attention you deserve. 

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LAW ENFORCEMENT

How to Select your LE Backup Guns

Click to see the various recommended Backup and Off-Duty guns to make the right and informed decision for your carry gun. 

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Pre-Academy Pistol Training

Designed to introduce the Police Academy candidates to the fundamentals of law enforcement firearms training and technique to prepare them to excel in the academy during their firearms portion of the programs. 

December 10th, 2023 Piru Shooting Range

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Public Safety Officers must possess extraordinarily good sense and must demonstrate through their past behavior that they can analyze a situation quickly, make sound and responsible decisions, and take appropriate action.  If you have the quality - Join LAPD!

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How to select the right firearms instructor

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BALLISTIC SHIELD
Instructor Course

This instructor course will provide with the theory and practical training necessary to effectively instruct users with the knowledge, skills, and techniques in the use and limitations of the ballistic shield for law enforcement application.

LAW ENFORCEMENT ONLY

California POST Certifiable
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