Class Descriptions
Private individual, group and corporate self-defense training is available. Mr. Block travels throughout the country teaching law enforcement and military groups. Provided there is a sufficient number of people in the group, traveling to you is the most convenient way to achieve the special private training you desire. For more information, please contact us.
Classes are available for law enforcement and military agencies. For information, please contact us.
CCW Classes are held once a week at an indoor range on the edge of Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Please note, the class information and schedule specific to the OCSD/LASD CCW Permit is not listed on this website.
General Public Classes
Reservations are Required for All Classes
Basic Handgun Class
This practical self-defense handgun course introduces the participant to the Fundamentals of Firearms Safety, along with the skills necessary to properly handle a revolver and semi-automatic pistol. You will learn what a handgun will do, what it won't do, and why it works the way it works. The hands-on training will start with Proper Stance and Grip, Sight Alignment, Sight Picture and Trigger Control.
Class will progress to rapid fire/combat shooting and multi-target drills with life-size paper silhouette targets. The student will fire 250 rounds, and receive the same basic training that a police officer receives at the Academy, except focused on self-defense.
The 1.5 hour lecture portion includes the legal aspects of owning, transporting and using a firearm in self-defense situations, along with tactics of self-defense. This class is certified by the State of California, Department of Justice for the Firearm Safety Certificate (F.S.C.). This certificate is required in order to purchase a firearm in California. The F.S.C. program has now gone internet based and as such, we can no longer offer this service to you at Burro Canyon (there is no internet service available at Burro Canyon). You can walk into any gun store, take a short test, pay the state filing fee and receive your F.S.C.
| Cost: |
$90.00
Ammunition is not included. The required 250 rounds can be purchased at the range. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Seven hours including a one hour break for lunch | |
| Prerequisites: | None | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Any caliber double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. Your gun must be in good working order. If you do not own a gun, a Smith & Wesson 38 special (revolver) with a four-inch barrel will be provided at no charge (equipment reservation is required). | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Basic Handgun Class - Two
This course is strongly recommended before taking the Intermediate Handgun Class where speed and accuracy is important. This is a great class if you have the basics and want to improve your accuracy and confidence to shoot well in a pressure situation; or, you haven't been practicing on a regular basis; or you want to practice double and triple taps, which are not allowed at most ranges.
Emphasis is placed on improving the shooter's ability to make rapid multiple shots on both single and multiple targets at varying distances. Many of these practical and varied exercises can be practiced at any range, so you can add variety and fun to your own practice sessions.
| Cost: |
$70.00
Ammunition is not included. The required 200 rounds can be purchased at the range. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Three hours | |
| Prerequisites: | Basic Handgun Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Any caliber double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. Your gun must be in good working order. If you do not own a gun, a Smith & Wesson 38 special (revolver) with a four-inch barrel will be provided at no charge (equipment reservation is required). | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Intermediate Handgun Class
Why take this class? So you can respond to the most common self-defense situations and problems that occur at home. This class allows you the opportunity to understand, develop and practice the necessary skills. For example:
- What if you awake and are looking down the barrel of a loaded gun? What do you do?
- How close should you be to the target before you shoot?
- What if you are being pursued as you run to get your gun out of a dresser drawer?
- What if your gun jams? What if you have to reload quickly?
Who should take this class? All gun owners who believe that a gun at home is a valuable tool to have when a life-threatening situation arises, or when there is no reasonable expectation of law enforcement for an extended period of time. That could be when you are in the wilderness; it could be when you are in your home and the neighborhood is devastated by an earthquake, flood, fire, tornado, or hurricane.
What will you learn? You will learn the answers to the above questions along with these shooting techniques: rapid reloading, one-arm shooting (left arm and right arm), malfunction drills, half-turns and full turns, and close quarter battle (CQB). You will shoot 300 rounds at life-size silhouettes.
| Cost: |
$110.00
Ammunition is not included. It can be purchased at the range. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Seven hours including a one hour break for lunch | |
| Prerequisites: | Basic Handgun Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Your own double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol, any caliber. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. It must be in good working order. | |
| For Reloading: | For a revolver, you will need three speed loaders with a belt pouch. For a semi-automatic, you will need two additional magazines with a belt pouch. | |
| Holster: | A "strongside only" hip holster, No Thigh Rigs (Galco: Speed Master, Combat Master, or Avenger; Bianchi: Askins' Avenger or 4L. Kydex is allowed). No Serpa Holster by Blackhawk, gun pouch, clip-on, shoulder, ankle, or cross-draw holster is allowed. Why do you need a holster? See Frequently Asked Questions. | |
| Belt: | You will need a good quality belt on which to hold the holster and speed loaders/magazines. Tip: Be sure to wear shorts or pants that have belt loops that the belt fits. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Advanced Handgun Class
You will review the tactics and techniques previously learned, and add new firing positions such as kneeling, sitting and prone. You will learn how to think as you fire from cover, think as you fire while moving, shoot-move-shoot, fire at moving targets, and you will be challenged with problem solving situations, such as firing from left and right barricades. Targets include, but are not limited to, life-size silhouettes, falling metal plates, duelling trees, and bowling pins.
| Cost: |
$130.00
Ammunition is not included. The required 400 rounds can be purchased at the range. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Eight hours including a one hour break for lunch | |
| Prerequisites: | Intermediate Handgun Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Your own double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol, any caliber. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. It must be in good working order. | |
| For Reloading: | For a revolver, you will need three speed loaders with a belt pouch. For a semi-automatic, you will need two additional magazines with a belt pouch. | |
| Holster: | A "strongside only" hip holster, No Thigh Rigs (Galco: Speed Master, Combat Master, or Avenger; Bianchi: Askins' Avenger or 4L. Kydex is allowed). No Serpa Holster by Blackhawk, gun pouch, clip-on, shoulder, ankle, or cross-draw holster is allowed. Why do you need a holster? See Frequently Asked Questions. | |
| Belt: | You will need a good quality belt on which to hold the holster and speed loaders/magazines. Tip: Be sure to wear shorts or pants that have belt loops that the belt fits. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Situation Tactics Handgun Class
This course emphasizes state-of-the-art tactical responses to self-defense situations at home, at work, in your automobile, in a hotel, and in other public areas. Taught are tactical principles, offensive and defensive plans, environmental awareness and tactical prevention, establishment of safe zones, communication techniques, searching techniques and crisis management. You will become aware of how street crimes and terrorist acts are committed, so you can hopefully spot and avoid some common crimes. Shooting drills require decision making, including shoot/no shoot decisions. The student's mental and mechanical skills are challenged in this class. You will have multiple opportunities to practice a variety of tactical responses under the stress of simulated encounters.
| Cost: |
$90.00
Ammunition is not included. The required 200 rounds can be purchased at the range. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Three hours | |
| Prerequisites: | Advanced Handgun Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Your own double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol, any caliber. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. It must be in good working order. | |
| For Reloading: | For a revolver, you will need three speed loaders with a belt pouch. For a semi-automatic, you will need two additional magazines with a belt pouch. | |
| Holster: | A "strongside only" hip holster, No Thigh Rigs (Galco: Speed Master, Combat Master, or Avenger; Bianchi: Askins' Avenger or 4L. Kydex is allowed). No Serpa Holster by Blackhawk, gun pouch, clip-on, shoulder, ankle, or cross-draw holster is allowed. Why do you need a holster? See Frequently Asked Questions. | |
| Belt: | You will need a good quality belt on which to hold the holster and speed loaders/magazines. Tip: Be sure to wear shorts or pants that have belt loops that the belt fits. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Concealed Drawing Handgun Class
Basic drawing from a hip holster will be reviewed and practiced; then the student will be introduced to new skills. Emphasis will be placed on the skill to safely draw a gun that is concealed. Students are encouraged to bring a variety of outer clothing: light jacket, heavy jacket, sweatshirt and blousy shirt.
Students who have the desire to compete in matches sanctioned by the International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) will learn the skills necessary to shoot the concealed drawing courses of fire.
This class satisfies the CCW (carry concealed weapon) training requirements of all California counties, and many local law enforcement agencies within the counties. While this is one of the few recognized private firearms training course of its type in California, completion does not guarantee CCW issuance. Many people take this course for the experience and training with no thought of applying for a permit.
| Cost: |
$90.00
Ammunition is not included. The required 200 rounds can be purchased at the range. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Three hours | |
| Prerequisites: | Advanced Handgun Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Your own double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol, any caliber. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. It must be in good working order. | |
| For Reloading: | For a revolver, you will need three speed loaders with a belt pouch. For a semi-automatic, you will need two additional magazines with a belt pouch. | |
| Holster: | A "strongside only" hip holster, No Thigh Rigs (Galco: Speed Master, Combat Master, or Avenger; Bianchi: Askins' Avenger or 4L. Kydex is allowed). No Serpa Holster by Blackhawk, gun pouch, clip-on, shoulder, ankle, or cross-draw holster is allowed. Why do you need a holster? See Frequently Asked Questions. | |
| Belt: | You will need a good quality belt on which to hold the holster and speed loaders/magazines. Tip: Be sure to wear shorts or pants that have belt loops that the belt fits. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Low-Light Shooting Handgun Class
This course emphasizes state-of-the-art techniques in the deployment of your handgun in low-light situations, including shooting while holding a flashlight in one hand (Harris, Chapman, and Rodgers) techniques.
You will practice ready positions, drawing your gun while holding a flashlight in one hand, coping with malfunctions, and reloading. Use of cover and concealment while using a flashlight and other light sources, including available light, will be taught.
| Cost: |
$90.00
Ammunition is not included. The required 200 rounds can be purchased at the range. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Three hours | |
| Prerequisites: | Advanced Handgun Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Your own double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol, any caliber. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. It must be in good working order. | |
| Flashlight: | The suggested type is Streamlight, Maglight or Surefire. | |
| For Reloading: | For a revolver, you will need three speed loaders with a belt pouch. For a semi-automatic, you will need two additional magazines with a belt pouch. | |
| Holster: | A "strongside only" hip holster, No Thigh Rigs (Galco: Speed Master, Combat Master, or Avenger; Bianchi: Askins' Avenger or 4L. Kydex is allowed). No Serpa Holster by Blackhawk, gun pouch, clip-on, shoulder, ankle, or cross-draw holster is allowed. Why do you need a holster? See Frequently Asked Questions. | |
| Belt: | You will need a good quality belt on which to hold the holster and speed loaders/magazines. Tip: Be sure to wear shorts or pants that have belt loops that the belt fits. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Basic Shotgun Class
This is not a trap or skeet class, it is a self-defense class. You will be taught how to use a shotgun in self-defense situations. Targets are a variety of metal targets. Shooting techniques will include:
Tactical, Combat and Speed Reloading for Self-Defense Situations
| Cost: |
$110.00
Ammunition is not included. The required 200 rounds of #7.5 or #8 bird shot can be purchased at the range by prior arrangement. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Seven hours including a one hour break for lunch | |
| Prerequisites: | None | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Long barrels on guns are acceptable, but we prefer 18-inch to 22-inch barrels. No short pistol grip shotguns are allowed, you must have a shoulder stock for this class. (Pistol grip with a shoulder stock is fine) If you do not have a pump or semi-auto shotgun, we can supply a Remington 870 in 12 gauge or 20 gauge, the latter for recoil sensitive people at no charge (equipment reservation is required). Shoulder recoil pads will be provided, if required, at no additional charge. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Advanced Shotgun Class
Shooting techniques previously learned will be reinforced and will be applied to moving targets. You will be challenged with problem solving situations relevant to real world encounters. You will be taught tactical and survival shooting skills utilizing extensive movement drills at 50 and 100 yards.
| Cost: |
$130.00
Ammunition is not included. The ammunition required is 150 rounds of #7.5 or #8 bird shot, 20 rounds of 'OO' buck, 15 rounds of rifled slug. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Eight hours including a one hour break for lunch | |
| Prerequisites: | Basic Shotgun Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Long barrels on guns are acceptable, but we prefer 18-inch to 22-inch barrels. No short pistol grip shotguns are allowed, you must have a shoulder stock for this class. (Pistol grip with a shoulder stock is fine) Shoulder recoil pads will be provided, if required, at no additional charge. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Scenarios - Handgun and Shotgun Combination
Accuracy under stressful conditions and control of the tactical situation is emphasized. Tactical deployment of your firearms at 50 and 100 yards will be practiced.
| Cost: |
$120.00
Ammunition is not included. The required 200 rounds for your handgun and 50 rounds for the shotgun (25 bird shot, 15 "OO" buck, 10 slugs) can be purchased at the range. Click here for current price information. |
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| Class Length: | Eight hours including a one hour break for lunch | |
| Prerequisites: | Advanced Handgun Class and Basic Shotgun Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Your own double-action revolver or single action/double-action semi-auto pistol, any caliber, as well as your own shotgun. AR-15 type pistols are not allowed in class. Both must be in good working order. Shoulder recoil pads will be provided, if required, at no additional charge. | |
| For Reloading: | For a revolver, you will need three speed loaders with a belt pouch. For a semi-automatic, you will need two additional magazines with a belt pouch. | |
| Holster: | A "strongside only" hip holster, No Thigh Rigs (Galco: Speed Master, Combat Master, or Avenger; Bianchi: Askins' Avenger or 4L. Kydex is allowed). No Serpa Holster by Blackhawk, gun pouch, clip-on, shoulder, ankle, or cross-draw holster is allowed. Why do you need a holster? See Frequently Asked Questions. | |
| Belt: | You will need a good quality belt on which to hold the holster and speed loaders/magazines. Tip: Be sure to wear shorts or pants that have belt loops that the belt fits. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Basic Rifle or Carbine Class
Techniques taught will include: shooting positions, sighting in, target identification and firing from cover. Targets will be life-size paper silhouettes and a variety of metal targets.
| Cost: |
$110.00
Ammunition is not included. Required is 150 rounds. |
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| Class Length: | Seven hours including a one hour break for lunch | |
| Prerequisites: | None | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Your own rifle and ammunition. The ammunition required is 150 rounds. If you do not own a rifle or carbine, one can be provided at no additional charge. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
Advanced Rifle Or Urban Sporting Class
Techniques taught will include: observation and techniques used for observation, effects of weather, range estimation and proper deployment. Training will be conducted under stressful conditions, emphasizing situations you may realistically encounter.
| Cost: |
$130.00
Ammunition is not included. Required is 150 rounds. |
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| Class Length: | Eight hours including a one hour break for lunch | |
| Prerequisites: | Basic Rifle Class | |
What to Bring to Class | ||
| Firearm: | Your own rifle and ammunition. The ammunition required is 150 rounds. If you do not own a rifle or carbine, one can be provided at no additional charge. | |
| Protection: | Prescription glasses, sun or shooting glasses are required, along with hearing protection. Eye and ear protection will be provided at no charge if needed. | |
