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Petaluma, California 94954, United States

707-400-3677 bryan@aao-co.com

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09:00 am – 05:00 pm

Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm

Saturday - Sunday: Range Days

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Instructor certifications and associations

Stop the Bleed Save a Life.  Bleedingcontrol.org.  The Committee on Trauma.
National Rifle Association Instructor.
Bureau of Security Investigation Services
Office of the Attorney General California Department of Justice
California Rifle and Pistol Association
  • Office of the Attorney General California Department of Justice
  • California Rifle and Pistol Association
  • Stop the Bleed Save a Life.  Bleedingcontrol.org.  The Committee on Trauma.
  • National Rifle Association Instructor.
  • Bureau of Security Investigation Services
  • Office of the Attorney General California Department of Justice
  • California Rifle and Pistol Association
  • Stop the Bleed Save a Life.  Bleedingcontrol.org.  The Committee on Trauma.
  • National Rifle Association Instructor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach out to us if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Classes are held in Sonoma, Petaluma, Guerneville, and Richmond Rod and Gun Club in Richmond.



 

Required Equipment

  • The firearm(s) you need to qualify with.
    Ensure they are listed on your CCW permit and registered to you. 
  • At least 75 rounds of ammunition for your primary firearm and 50 rounds for each additional firearm. 
  • Holsters that match your firearm(s)
    (Inside, outside, or appendix carry only — no cross-draw or ankle holsters). 
  • Hearing and eye protection
    (Extra batteries recommended for electronic hearing protection). 
  • Hat, jacket or sweatshirt, and closed-toe shoes 
  • A Sharpie, an ink pen, and a notepad 
  • A collapsible camping-style chair 
  • Recommended (not required):
    Bug spray, sunscreen, snacks, and a lunch with plenty of water 

Topics Covered

  • California CCW Penal Codes & SB 2 requirements (Updated for 2026 laws) 
  • Firearm storage (home & vehicle) 
  • Law enforcement encounters 
  • Restricted locations 
  • Castle Doctrine & Stand Your Ground 
  • Situational awareness 
  • Post-incident procedures 
  • Fight-or-flight response 
  • CCW insurance overview 
  • Range safety & medical briefing 
  • Target analysis 
  • Holster draw techniques (dry & live fire) 
  • Grip, sight alignment, and malfunction clearing 
  • Strong-hand & support-hand shooting 
  • Rapid fire from concealment 
  • Live-fire drills (3–10 yards) 
  • Qualification exam 
  • Mental health resources 
  • Debrief, Q&A, and range cleanup


Yes, we issue certificates of completion for all of our courses.


  • Cancellations within 30 days of the class are non-refundable but you may reschedule a class at another day and time.
  • Cancellations prior to 30 days of the class are refundable.


Issuing Agency CCW Policy

A Guide to Issuing Agencies CCW Polices
Sonoma County Sheriff's CCW PolicyMarin County Sheriff's CCW PolicySolano county sheriff's ccw policySan Francisco County Sheriff's CCW PolicyMILL VALLEY POLICE DEPARTMENT CCW POLICYIMPERIAL COUNTY SHERIFF'S CCW POLICYNAPA POLICE DEPARTMENT CCW POLICYTIBURON POLICE DEPARTMENT CCW POLICY

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