{"title":"Firearm Safety Training Near Me | Certified California Gun Safety Courses","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for certified \u003cb\u003efirearm safety training near me\u003c\/b\u003e in Southern California? \u003cspan class=\"citation-104 citation-end-104\"\u003eVeterans Training Group (VTG) provides top-rated, veteran-led gun safety and marksmanship courses serving Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Orange Counties.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-103 citation-end-103\"\u003eWhether you need to earn your California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC), master handgun basics, or fulfill state CCW prerequisites, our certified instructors offer a safe, encouraging, and tactical learning environment.\u003csup class=\"superscript\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Gain true range confidence, master safe gun handling, and learn California self-defense laws from combat veterans.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"women-only-pistol-fundamental","title":"Women-Only Pistol Fundamental","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sOMZnbk oTZu_Li---alignment-4-left sZH8Cao\" data-section-type=\"TITLE_TAGLINE\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"children-TITLE_TAGLINE\" class=\"sydKowG oTZu_Li--flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sPe18Dy ozXF8uQ---alignment-4-left ozXF8uQ---location-4-BODY\" data-hook=\"title-and-tagline-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sLoPao4 onEzxJb---typography-11-runningText onEzxJb---priority-7-primary sVYoBc0 smHUv9I\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"title-and-tagline-tagline\"\u003eA supportive, women-only class focused on safe handgun handling, accuracy, and fundamentals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sOMZnbk oTZu_Li---alignment-4-left sXpGFeZ\" data-section-type=\"DETAILS\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"children-DETAILS\" class=\"sydKowG oTZu_Li--flex sMwW0Q3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"soXIl7d oNmrnZF---textAlignment-4-left\" data-hook=\"details-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eWomen-only pistol fundamentals taught by a female army instructor and medic in a supportive, confidence-building environment. 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You'll have the option to conveniently add it on at the time of booking, or simply pay it in person \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewhen we meet for the range portion of your class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"soXIl7d oNmrnZF---textAlignment-4-left\" data-hook=\"details-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"soXIl7d oNmrnZF---textAlignment-4-left\" data-hook=\"details-wrapper\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BxvQuDbciiM?si=0mMJccn7EQdRME29\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Veterans Training Group | SoCal Firearm Training Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":69551858352150,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1190\/2379\/6246\/files\/serenapistolshooting.jpg?v=1774744159"},{"product_id":"nra-basic-pistol-zoom","title":"NRA Basic Pistol (Zoom)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sOMZnbk oTZu_Li---alignment-4-left sXt5_y3\" data-section-type=\"DESCRIPTION\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"children-DESCRIPTION\" class=\"sydKowG\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"description-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course introduces students to the fundamentals of pistol shooting. This comprehensive course is designed for individuals with limited or no previous experience with handguns and focuses on building a strong foundation in safe handling and effective shooting techniques. 3 hours (Zoom session) on Monday Night \u0026amp; 2 hours (range training) on Saturday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon completion of this course, participants will receive an NRA certificate, indicating their understanding and proficiency in basic pistol handling and safety. This course not only prepares individuals to safely enjoy recreational shooting but also lays the groundwork for advanced training in personal defense and competitive shooting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vtgfirearmstraining.com\/products\/range-fee\" title=\"Range Fee La Puente Firing Range\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRange Fee\u003c\/a\u003e - (Not included)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePlease note that the range fee is not included in your course price and is handled separately. You'll have the option to conveniently add it on at the time of booking, or simply pay it in person \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewhen we meet for the range portion of your class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Veterans Training Group | SoCal Firearm Training Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":69551926116374,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1190\/2379\/6246\/files\/steven_student-2.jpg?v=1774744168"},{"product_id":"uscca-home-defense-fundamental","title":"USCCA Home Defense Fundamental","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sOMZnbk oTZu_Li---alignment-4-left sZH8Cao\" data-section-type=\"TITLE_TAGLINE\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sOMZnbk oTZu_Li---alignment-4-left sXt5_y3\" data-section-type=\"DESCRIPTION\"\u003eThis comprehensive course is designed for homeowners seeking to enhance their ability to responsibly use a pistol for home defense. \n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"children-DESCRIPTION\" class=\"sydKowG\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-hook=\"description-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sLoPao4 onEzxJb---typography-11-runningText onEzxJb---priority-7-primary sPHZGGF oNKl38p---location-4-BODY sF_NA_j\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"description\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"sLoPao4 onEzxJb---typography-11-runningText onEzxJb---priority-7-primary sPHZGGF oNKl38p---location-4-BODY sF_NA_j\" aria-hidden=\"false\" data-hook=\"description\"\u003eDeveloping a personal \u0026amp; home protection plan is a key component of not only preparing for how we should (or might) react if confronted by a violent crime, but also how we might avoid violent crime in the first place. Within this lesson, Michael Martin explains that developing a protection plan is about much more than becoming proficient with a firearm or writing up a home invasion plan. 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