CCW Class - Florida Concealed Weapons Class
by NRA Instructor Jeffrey Buck
Step 1 of obtaining your Florida Concealed Weapons Permit is complete our CCW Class, a Florida Concealed Weapon License qualifying class. This class will provide you with the proof of competency in safely operating and discharging a firearm that the state of Florida requires satisfying the Florida requirements (FS 790.06) necessary to apply for your Florida CCW permit. This class is online and at the range. Semi-automatic and revolver guns (22) and ammunition are provided for the class.
The Florida CCW class consists of two (2) sessions ONLINE CLASS & RANGE CLASS:
ONLINE CLASS:
We will be covering Florida law, NRA based gun safety information, the fundamentals of shooting, how to carry, where you can carry, and much more. We will also go over transporting firearms, state reciprocity laws, additional resources for practicing and improving your skills.
RANGE CLASS:
On the range we will cover range safety, proper use of the range, how to handle the firearms, stance, trigger pull, aiming, breath control, and overall skills for shooting accurately and safely. Competency with a firearm
For the range part of training please don't wear andy open-toed shores or loose clothing. Stray empty hot shells can find their way onto your skin, causing burns and sudden movements. Bring water and snacks as needed.
Once the range part of our class has been successfully completed you will receive your Certificate of Completion that you will submit with your application for your Florida Concealed Weapons Permit.
The Florida CCW online class is approximately 2.5 hours long. On the range, you will spend approximately 1 hour of instruction and shooting.
Requirements to apply for a Florida Concealed Weapon License, and to take our Florida concealed carry class:
- U.S. citizen or legal resident alien
- Current U.S. resident
- A clear criminal record
- The ability to demonstrate competency with a firearm
- 21 years of age or older (if you are under 21, you can still take the class and apply for your license when you reach the age of 21).
All of our firearms training, Florida CCW classes, and gun safety classes are taught by NRA Certified Instructors.
Our Range Classes are held at Knight Trail Park Pistol and Rifle Range In Sarasota County, Florida. Preregistration is required.
https://myfwc.com/hunting/safety-education/shooting-ranges/knight-trail/