Welcome to Concealed Carry Classes of Denver, Colorado’s trusted source for professional, in-person firearms and defensive tactics training.
We provide certified courses for civilians, security professionals, and law enforcement candidates, all designed to meet or exceed state and municipal requirements.
🧭 Course Catalog
1) Colorado Concealed Carry (CHP) Courses
Our signature program meets the requirements of C.R.S. § 18-12-202.5, including the live-fire mandate effective July 1, 2025.
Available Classes:
- New Applicant CHP Course (9 Hours)
Full classroom instruction, firearm safety, and live-fire qualification.
Meets all state requirements.
Tuition: $149.99 — Range fee included. - CHP Renewal Course (4.5 Hours)
Legal update, refresher training, and requalification.
Tuition: $99.99 — Range fee included. - Private / Concierge CHP Course
One-on-one or small-group instruction for professionals or couples.
Qualification:
25 total rounds fired — 10 at 7 ft, 10 at 10 ft, 5 at 13 ft.
Minimum 70% accuracy within silhouette and 80% on the written exam.
2) Firearms Safety Course & Eligbility Card
This course meets Colorado’s new firearm safety training requirement for semiautomatic firearm purchases, effective August 1, 2026, and provides the foundation for responsible firearm ownership.
Course Options & Details
| Variant | Duration / Format | Who It’s For | Topics Covered | Exam / Certification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Firearm Safety Course | 4 hours (single session) | Individuals who have completed a certified safety course or Hunters Safety within the past 5 years | Firearm safety rules, loading/unloading, storage, magazine use, child access prevention, mental health awareness, ERPOs (Extreme Risk Protection Orders), and Colorado transport law | Written exam (90% passing) → Firearm Safety Course Eligibility Card (valid 5 years) |
| Extended Firearm Safety Course | 12 hours (two 6-hour sessions) | Individuals who have not completed a certified safety course or Hunters Safety in the past 5 years | All Basic topics, plus deeper legal instruction, behavioral risk management, decision-making scenarios, and extended hands-on training | Written exam + handling demonstration → Firearm Safety Course Eligibility Card (valid 5 years) |
Enrollment Requirements
- Obtain a Firearm Safety Course Eligibility Card from your county sheriff’s office prior to class
- Card valid for 5 years
- In-person training only (no online or hybrid classes)
- Instructors verify cards before class
- Digital records submitted for official verification upon completion
Why Choose Us
- Meets the state-mandated training requirement for semiautomatic firearm purchases
- Certified, law enforcement-verified instructors
- Curriculum built around safe handling, legal knowledge, and responsible ownership
- Basic and Extended options available for any required level
3) Security Guard Training
Our professional security courses meet or exceed the guard-card and firearms-endorsement requirements for Denver, Colorado Springs, Glendale, and Pueblo.
Programs Offered:
- Unarmed Security Guard (16 Hours) — Legal authority, patrol procedures, report writing
- Armed Security Guard (8 Hours) — Includes live-fire qualification and written exam
- Merchant Guard & Firearms Endorsement — Municipal firearms compliance training
- Advanced Officer Training — Baton, OC Spray, Defensive Tactics, and Use of Force modules
4) Defensive Tactics & Use-of-Force Training
Professional instruction for security, law enforcement, and armed citizens seeking to lawfully control encounters and reduce liability.
Courses Include:
- PPCT Defensive Tactics (Pressure Point Control Tactics)
Industry-standard control holds, joint locks, and takedowns.
Certification valid for 2 years. - OC Spray Certification (Oleoresin Capsicum)
Teaches proper use of gel-based OC spray, decontamination procedures, safe handling, and legal standards for deployment. - TASER Certification (Axon X26P, X2, T7)
Safe handling, probe deployment, spark testing, and reporting procedures. - De-Escalation & Communication
Based on Verbal Judo and Force Science principles — focused on situational awareness, threat assessment, and communication under stress.
Each course emphasizes reasonable force, proper documentation, and compliance with Colorado law.
5) NRA Certified Courses
Train under certified NRA instructors using proven safety-driven curriculum.
Courses Offered:
- NRA Basic Pistol Shooting
- NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO)
- NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home (PPITH)
- NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home (PPOTH)
- NRA Basic Rifle Shooting
6) USCCA Certified Training
Nationally recognized training combining practical firearm skills, mindset, and legal preparation.
Featured Programs:
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
- Countering the Mass Shooter Threat
- Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals
7) Court-Ordered & Specialty Training
Professional documentation provided for compliance and firearm return authorization.
- Court-Ordered Firearms Safety
- Anger Management & Conflict Resolution
- Safe Handling Refresher (for firearm return or compliance)
📍 Training Locations
- Denver South Classroom: 2186 S. Holly St, Unit 101-A, Denver, CO 80222
- Thornton North Classroom: 2090 E. 104th Ave, Unit 304, Thornton, CO 80233
- Range Partners: Shoot Indoors Denver • Aurora • Broomfield
🗺️ Service Areas – Metro Denver & Front Range
We proudly serve students and security professionals across the greater Denver metro area and along the Front Range.
Our firearms and security training programs are available in:
Denver County: Denver, Glendale, Commerce City
Adams County: Thornton, Northglenn, Westminster, Brighton, Federal Heights
Arapahoe County: Aurora, Centennial, Englewood, Greenwood Village, Littleton
Douglas County: Castle Rock, Parker, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree
Jefferson County: Lakewood, Golden, Arvada, Wheat Ridge
Boulder County: Boulder, Longmont, Lafayette, Louisville, Erie
El Paso County: Colorado Springs, Fountain, Monument, Security-Widefield
Weld County: Greeley, Firestone, Dacono, Frederick, Mead, Johnstown
Larimer County: Loveland, Fort Collins, Berthoud
Whether you’re a first-time gun owner or a professional in the security field, we provide certified, in-person instruction throughout Colorado.
🎯 Why Train With Us
- Live-fire included in every firearm course
- Certified NRA, USCCA, and law-enforcement-approved instructors
- Curriculum meets Colorado’s 2025 & 2026 law changes
- Licensed and insured Colorado training provider
- Private, corporate, and church security options available
📅 Ready To Start?
Choose your course, schedule your class, and get certified today.
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