Concealed Carry Class Information

It is called many things: CCW, CWP, CCL, CWL, Concealed Carry License, Concealed Weapons Permit....

Whatever you want to call it, we have instructors that can help you on your journey to lawfully protect and defend yourself in the state of Florida.

New to Florida? Or new to guns and the need to protect yourself?

Before you start finding the right instructor, the FL Department of Agriculture can help you learn more about the requirements and if you are eligible for a FL Concealed Weapon License.

Learn more from the State

Ready to Find the Right Instructor for you?

Ares has tried to create an easy and informative one stop page to help you find an instructor that offers a class that will meet the states requirements for obtaining a Concealed Weapon License in FL.

All of the instructors that teach at our range are independent businesses from the range. The local instructors listed on our site have chosen us as their home range and do most, if not all, of their training and classes at our range. They all are very knowledgeable and safe.

It is really hard to recommend one over another, because they all do a great job. They all have different personalities, teaching styles, class content, pricing, and time requirements. Hopefully, this page makes your search a little bit easier.

Do I need a gun? What's required for the class?

You do not need to own a gun to take the class. Most of the instructors have one that you can rent and extra ammo for purchase.

Different instructors might suggest or require different things for their class. I suggest checking with the instructor you sign up with.

If you do not own a gun, the range offers a Gun Trial lesson. This a good way to try a variety of guns before you buy one. Trae from Ares Training Facility has many years of experience helping a variety of people with all types of different situations and challenges to find the right gun for them. The goal is to find you a gun that you can feel safe and comfortable with when you handle and shoot it.

Ares Arms Gun Trial Info

Concealed Carry Instructors

Sasquatch Tactical - Aaron Hilderbrandt

Some of these instructors teach at other ranges also. Please make sure to request Ares or double check location before you book online.

Sasquatch Tactical - Aaron Hilderbrandt

$200 per person group class

private classes available

5 hours long

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Teknical Methodz - Joel Martinez

Sasquatch Tactical - Aaron Hilderbrandt

Teknical Methodz - Joel Martinez

$125 per person

2-3 hours long

group and private classes

English and Spanish

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Paladin Response - John Eynouf

US Women's Shooting Academy - Sarah Williamson

Teknical Methodz - Joel Martinez

$65 per person group class

$150 per person private class

2 hours long

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US Women's Shooting Academy - Sarah Williamson

$75 per person

2 hours long

group classes

Female Instructor

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Combat Art Training - Andrew Smrecek

US Women's Shooting Academy - Sarah Williamson

$200 per person

8 hours long

group classes

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Ronin Tactical Solutions - Erik Gianini

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Training Solutions - Mike Jackson

Ronin Tactical Solutions - Erik Gianini

$75 per person - group class

$120 per person - private class

2 hours long

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Reptilian Response - Peter Roman

Ronin Tactical Solutions - Erik Gianini

Hard Target Solutions - John Nordman

$85 per person

4 hours long

group and private classes

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Hard Target Solutions - John Nordman

$75 per person

Group Classes Available

2 hours long

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I took the class, what next?

Apply for the License with the State of Florida

The easiest way to apply with the state is to make an appointment at your local county tax collector office. They will have you fill out the application electronically, as well as electronic finger prints and a picture. You will need to bring your certificate from the class, identification, and money. Always double check with the tax collector office to be sure you have everything when you go. It’s usually posted on their website.

Lake County Residents

What else do I need?

Legal Defense for Self Defense

Why do you have car insurance or home owners insurance? You hope you never have to use it, but you are glad you have it when you do need to use it! There have been some high profile cases in the news like Zimmerman and Rittenhouse. I’d hate to see their legal fees. Hopefully they had carry insurance.
It is a low cost way to make sure you have legal coverage. Different companies offer different coverage and options. Do your homework because there are a few to choose from. ConcealedCarry.com has a good article and chart that you can view here.
The 2 most mentioned at the range are USCCA and US Law Shield.

We use US Law Shield

Trae and Julie Johnson personally use and recommend US Law Shield. Use promo code AFTNGR when you purchase your coverage.

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What about a gun?

Try Before You Buy

Where Should I Buy a Gun?

Trae Johnson can give you a Gun Trial Lesson. He will bring out a collection of guns from Ares Arms for you to try. He can help you find a gun that is right for you. We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable when handling and shooting firearm, especially if it is on you every day.

Ares Arms Gun Trials

Where Should I Buy a Gun?

We recommend starting with your local gun store. We have worked closely with the ones around our area. Besides a gun, don’t forget self defense ammo and target ammo while you are there!

Local Gun Stores