Certified & Verified Instruction from Concealed Carry Class Denver
๐ฅ Watch This First โ Why Take a USCCA Class with Us?
USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Classes in Denver, CO
Certified & Verified Instruction from Concealed Carry Class Denver (CCCD)
Take control of your personal safety with USCCA-certified firearms and self-defense training. Whether you’re new to concealed carry or looking to deepen your understanding of home defense, CCCD offers real-world training led by a USCCA-Certified and Verified Instructor right here in Colorado.
๐ฅ Why Take a USCCA Class with CCCD?
- โ USCCA Certified & Verified Instructor
- โ Colorado-specific law updates & CCW permit guidance
- โ Live-fire training and scenario-based learning
- โ Trusted by armed guards, CCW holders, and responsible citizens
๐๏ธ Meet Your Instructor โ Mark Schneider

Mark Schneider is a:
- USCCA Certified & Verified Instructor
- Senior Instructor at Concealed Carry Class Denver
- Training Manager with years of experience in armed security and firearms instruction
- Verified Firearms Instructor with the Denver Police Department
- Veteran firearms instructor with thousands of hours logged on the range and in the classroom
When you train with CCCD, you’re learning from someone who lives and teaches this every day โ not just out of a book.
๐ Serving the Denver Metro Area & Beyond
We proudly serve students in:
Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Thornton, Arvada, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Englewood, Westminster, Centennial, and Colorado Springs
๐ Location:
Classroom sessions take place at:
2186 S Holly St, Unit 7 (Lower Level), Denver, CO 80222
๐ Easy access from I-25 and Evans Ave. Free parking available.
๐ง What Youโll Learn in Our USCCA Classes
๐น Firearm & Concealed Carry Fundamentals
- Universal firearm safety rules
- Handgun mechanics & safe operation
- Legal responsibilities of firearm ownership
๐น Home Defense & Strategic Planning
- Situational awareness at home
- Conflict avoidance and deterrence
- Building a home defense plan tailored to your layout
๐น Legal Use of Force & Aftermath
- Colorado laws on self-defense and deadly force
- What to do after a defensive incident
- Conflict de-escalation and liability considerations
๐น Non-Lethal Options & Safety Tools
- Pepper spray, tasers, flashlights, alarms
- When and how to use them legally and effectively
๐ Real Feedback from Our Students
โBest firearms class Iโve ever taken โ clear, thorough, and realistic.โ
โ Josh D., Denver
โMark makes you feel prepared, not paranoid. I walked out of that class confident and educated.โ
โ Rachel M., Aurora
๐ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a USCCA member to take the class?
No. Membership is optional, and we no longer specifically recommend USCCA for legal protection. However, it’s important to carry some form of self-defense liability coverage.
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Will this class qualify me for a concealed carry permit?
Yes, our training meets and exceeds Coloradoโs legal requirements for concealed carry certification.
What should I bring to class?
A notepad, government ID, your firearm (for range portions), and a readiness to learn. Ammo and gear lists are sent after registration.
๐ Upcoming USCCA Classes โ Denver & Surrounding Areas
โ View Dates & Reserve Your Seat Now ยป
๐ Take the First Step Toward Confident Carry
CCCDโs USCCA classes are about more than checking a box โ theyโre about giving you the tools to protect yourself and your family legally, safely, and effectively.
๐ช๏ธ Ready to get started?
๐ช Register for a USCCA Class Today ยป

