Members-Only | AM Pistol Training
2025-10-26 07:00 - 09:00, 2025-11-02 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-23 08:00 - 10:00, 2025-12-13 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-01-10 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-01-11 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-01-24 08:00 - 10:00, 2026-02-14 08:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 1 more date | Ceres Range, -, Ceres, CA, United States
This is a members-only course. If you are interested in becoming a member, please visit our Membership Page, download an application and return it to us.
Please remember that your registration fee of $15 is strictly non-refundable. We realize the sometimes “Life” happens. However, it is very important to us and to all other Members that if you need to cancel, You do so with 48 hours notice. Remember that we are a team in this … If you have blocked a day and then no-show, you have blocked another Member from their training.

Members-Only | PM Pistol Training
2025-10-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-02 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-23 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-12-13 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-10 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-11 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-24 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-14 11:00 - 13:00 and 1 more date | Ceres Range, -, Ceres, CA, United States

CCW Initial (2-Day)
2025-11-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Michael’s Pizza, 500 N Carpenter Road, Modesto, CA, 95351, United States
NOTE: This 16-Hour, 2-Day class meets at Michaels Pizza on Carpenter Rd. There, we will handle the classroom portion of class and enjoy a hot lunch (Pizza, salad and drink), which is included in the tuition. The entire first day will be spent at this location. On the next day, you will drive directly to our range facility where you will proceed with the range portion of the class, and then qualifications. Again, the lunch is included in your tuition and Michael’s Pizza is only about 15 minutes from the range.

PARKING: Unless you NEED handicap parking, please park on the north side of the restaurant. Thank you!
Lunch will include Salad / Pizza & Beverages.
This course is designed to satisfy the requirements for CCW issuance in California.
Keep in mind that CA requires qualification with every firearm you want on your permit. In our professional opinion, we strongly suggest only a minimal # of firearms on your permit. Carry what you are truly proficient with; there’s no benefit to having 5 guns on a permit. We charge $10 per qualification of all firearms beyond 3. (Qualification for guns #4 and #5 (if applicable) will cost an additional $10 each on top of class tuition. The first 3 are included in tuition). * Bring $10-$20 cash if you want to qualify with more than 3 firearms.

** IMPORTANT! **
It is important that before you schedule a class, you read and understand the CCW Policy of the Law Enforcement Agency with which you are applying. These agencies want you to apply with them first, and when they are ready for you to take your class with us, they will let you know. If you do not understand their policy, please contact them directly. We are unable to speak to every area of each different agencies policy.
While there is no guarantee of issuance, this course is also the perfect introduction to firearms (pistol) training. You will leave with new skills and confidence in the safe operations of the pistol, with an understanding of the use of firearms for self-defense. We will discuss the legal and moral aspects to consider when deciding to use a gun for personal protection.
Course Length: 2 consecutive days / 16 hours (First day classroom, Second day range)
Ammunition: 200 rounds, plus 30 additional rounds for every additional firearm you want on your permit.
NOTE: We are unable to keep tabs on which counties are issuing CCW Permits and which are not (although we do our best). We have limited information on this topic. Please check with your issuing agency (The LE Agency of the county/city in which you currently reside) for the most current information.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

200 rounds, plus 30 additional rounds for every additional firearm you want on your permit.
In our professional opinion, we strongly suggest only a minimal # of firearms on your permit. Carry what you are truly proficient with; there’s no benefit to having 5 guns on a permit. We believe in this so strongly, that we charge $10 per qualification of all firearms beyond 3. (Qualification for guns #4 and #5 (if applicable) will cost an additional $10 each on top of class tuition. The first 3 are included in tuition). * Bring $10-$20 cash if you want to qualify with more that 3 firearms.
Eye/Ear Protection, closed toe shoes, hat with a bill (baseball hat is sufficient, but if you wear a full brimmed hat make sure it will work with the hearing protection you’ll be wearing)
Gun, holster, magazines (or speed loaders/speed strips). If you do not have a gun, pls email us so we can assist you.

There are several food establishments for lunch very close to the range. Our tuition and round count are a little higher than others, and there’s a reason for that. Please consider we are not training our students to put a little white paper/card in your wallet…We want you to be prepared in the God-forbidden situation that you have to defend yourself because you are in fear for your life. You will not be disappointed. If you have any questions at all, please drop us an email, training@valleydefense.com or ask one of our many previous & returning clients. You can also read the testimonials from students on our website and you can even read the 5.0 star reviews on our YELP page.
*VDC goes to great lengths to train and ensure that each student understands the material. We are well known for working with our students through both emotional and physical challenges.

CCW Renewal (w/Lunch)
2025-11-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Michael’s Pizza, 500 N Carpenter Road, Modesto, CA, 95351, United States
This 8-Hour course is designed to satisfy the requirements for CCW Renewal issuance in California. Our CCW training certificates are accepted in Stanislaus County, San Joaquin County, Contra Costa County, Monterey County, Mariposa County, Merced County, and Tuolumne County.

Please contact your issuing agency before you register with us for qualification. The issuing agency is under NO obligation to re-issue.
Please remember to look into our other training courses as qualifying once every 2 years (state minimum) is NOT enough to keep you prepared and informed for a lethal encounter. DH1 is 1 day, as is DH2. Each…. a no brainer. A Valley Defense Membership is even better.

Keep in mind that California requires qualification with every firearm you want on your permit. In our professional opinion, we strongly suggest only a minimal # of firearms on your permit. Carry what you are truly proficient with; there’s no benefit to having 5 guns on a permit. We believe in this so strongly, that we charge $10 per qualification of all firearms beyond 3. (Qualification for guns #4 and #5 (if applicable) will cost an additional $10 each on top of class tuition. The first 3 are included in tuition). * Bring $10-$20 cash if you want to qualify with more that 3 firearms.
*** IMPORTANT NOTE: THERE IS A QUALIFICATION AFTER A VERY SHORT TRAINING. IT IS A FORMAL TEST REQUIRED BY THE STATE AND COUNTY/CITY AND WE ARE THE PROCTORS. WE ARE TESTING BASED ON THE REQUIREMENTS WE ARE GIVEN. PLEASE UNDERSTAND WE WILL NOT BE DOING ANY TRAINING DURING THE WRITTEN TEST AND NOT DURING QUALIFICATION ON THE RANGE. The whole point is you shouldn’t be practicing to pass a test… You should be practicing to stay alive during the worst moments of your life! We are right here offering to help, but we can not help you in a test. Please contact us…. we really want to help you!
We are unable to keep tabs on which counties are issuing CCW Permits and which are not, and the changes in their internal operations regarding CCW permits (although we do our best). We have limited information on this topic. Please check with your issuing agency (The LE Agency of the county/city in which you currently reside), for the most current information.
Course Duration: 8 hours (includes lunch & a lunch break)
Equipment Needed:

150 rounds of ammunition, plus 30 rounds for every gun you want on your permit. Remember, per State of CA, you shall qualify with EVERY firearm you want on your permit.
In our professional opinion, we strongly suggest only a minimal # of firearms on your permit. Carry what you are truly proficient with; there’s no benefit to having 5 guns on a permit. We believe in this so strongly, that we charge $10 per qualification of all firearms beyond 3. (Qualification for guns #4 and #5 (if applicable) will cost an additional $10 each on top of class tuition. The first 3 are included in tuition).
Bring $10-$20 cash if you want to qualify with more that 3 firearms.
Eye/Ear Protection, closed toe shoes, hat with a bill (baseball hat is sufficient, but if you wear a full brimmed hat make sure it will work with the hearing protection you’ll be wearing)
Gun, holster, magazines (or speed loaders/speed strips)

If you do not have a gun, please email us so we can assist you. training@valleydefense.com

Members-Only | AM Shotgun Training
2025-11-22 08:00 - 10:00 | Ceres Range, -, Ceres, CA, United States

Members-Only | PM Shotgun Training
2025-11-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Ceres Range, -, Ceres, CA, United States

CCW | Renewal
2025-11-29 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-07 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Ceres Range, -, Ceres, CA, United States
This 8-Hour course is designed to satisfy the requirements for CCW Renewal issuance in California. Our CCW training certificates are accepted in Stanislaus County, San Joaquin, Mariposa County, Merced County, Monterey County, Contra Costa County, and Tuolumne County.

Please contact your issuing agency before you register with us for qualification. The issuing agency is under NO obligation to re-issue.
Please remember to look into our other training courses as qualifying once every 2 years (state minimum) is NOT enough to keep you prepared and informed for a lethal encounter. DH1 is 1 day, as is DH2. Each…. a no brainer. A Valley Defense Membership is even better.

Keep in mind that California requires qualification with every firearm you want on your permit. In our professional opinion, we strongly suggest only a minimal # of firearms on your permit. Carry what you are truly proficient with; there’s no benefit to having 5 guns on a permit. We believe in this so strongly, that we charge $10 per qualification of all firearms beyond 3. (Qualification for guns #4 and #5 (if applicable) will cost an additional $10 each on top of class tuition. The first 3 are included in tuition). * Bring $10-$20 cash if you want to qualify with more that 3 firearms.
*** IMPORTANT NOTE: THERE IS A QUALIFICATION AFTER A VERY SHORT TRAINING. IT IS A FORMAL TEST REQUIRED BY THE STATE AND COUNTY/CITY AND WE ARE THE PROCTORS. WE ARE TESTING BASED ON THE REQUIREMENTS WE ARE GIVEN. PLEASE UNDERSTAND WE WILL NOT BE DOING ANY TRAINING DURING THE WRITTEN TEST AND NOT DURING QUALIFICATION ON THE RANGE. Please don’t have your focus be practicing to pass this test… Instead, have your focus be practicing to stay alive during the worst moments of your life! We are right here offering to help, but we can not help you in a test. Please contact us…. we really want to help you!
We are unable to keep tabs on which counties are issuing CCW Permits and which are not, and the changes in their internal operations regarding CCW permits (although we do our best). We have limited information on this topic. Please check with your issuing agency (The LE Agency of the county/city in which you currently reside), for the most current information.
NOTE: This class is held from beginning to end at our range facility. There is no lunch service included, but there are many fast food and dining establishments close by for your 1 hour lunch break.
Course Duration: 8 hours (with a lunch break)
Equipment Needed:

150 rounds of ammunition, plus 30 rounds for every gun you want on your permit. Remember, per State of CA, you shall qualify with EVERY firearm you want on your permit.
In our professional opinion, we strongly suggest only a minimal # of firearms on your permit. Carry what you are truly proficient with; there’s no benefit to having 5 guns on a permit. We believe in this so strongly, that we charge $10 per qualification of all firearms beyond 3. (Qualification for guns #4 and #5 (if applicable) will cost an additional $10 each on top of class tuition. The first 3 are included in tuition).
Bring $10-$20 cash if you want to qualify with more that 3 firearms.
Eye/Ear Protection, closed toe shoes, hat with a bill (baseball hat is sufficient, but if you wear a full brimmed hat make sure it will work with the hearing protection you’ll be wearing)
Gun, holster, magazines (or speed loaders/speed strips)

If you do not have a gun, please email us so we can assist you. training@valleydefense.com

Defensive Revolver Florida
2025-11-29 08:30 - 15:30 | Gun Craft, Inc Range, 2102 24th Street SE, Ruskin, FL, 33570, United States
This course is designed for those who depend specifically on a revolver as their primary defensive pistol. The course covers everything from muzzle contact to extended range engagements. You will work on various loading techniques with a requirement of 6-10 speed loaders or speed strips. Cross draw and shoulder holsters are not allowed for safety reasons. However their viability will be discussed. Participants should (if they have it) bring a secondary or back up gun and approximately 50 rounds for it, if it’s a different caliber from your primary gun. If you have had that revolver sitting in the safe, dust it off and bring it out as it is still a viable tool for self defense.
Equipment Required:

Ammunition: 300 rounds minimum for primary / 50 rounds for secondary
Mandatory Equipment: Sturdy holster/belt, 6-10 speed loaders/strips, 10-12 moon clips, small screwdriver
Suggested Equipment: Knee / elbow pads
Safety Gear: Ball cap, hearing/eye protection, closed shoes, collared shirt (no tanks, muscle shirts, or low cut shirts)
Course Duration: 8:30a – 3:30p
Course Tuition: $265

CCW | Renewal w lunch
2026-01-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Michael’s Pizza, 500 N Carpenter Road, Modesto, CA, 95351, United States
This 8-Hour course is designed to satisfy the requirements for CCW Renewal issuance in California. Our CCW training certificates are accepted in Stanislaus County, San Joaquin, Mariposa County, Merced County, Monterey County, Contra Costa County, and Tuolumne County.

Please contact your issuing agency before you register with us for qualification. The issuing agency is under NO obligation to re-issue.
Please remember to look into our other training courses as qualifying once every 2 years (state minimum) is NOT enough to keep you prepared and informed for a lethal encounter. DH1 is 1 day, as is DH2. Each…. a no brainer. A Valley Defense Membership is even better.

Keep in mind that California requires qualification with every firearm you want on your permit. In our professional opinion, we strongly suggest only a minimal # of firearms on your permit. Carry what you are truly proficient with; there’s no benefit to having 5 guns on a permit. We believe in this so strongly, that we charge $10 per qualification of all firearms beyond 3. (Qualification for guns #4 and #5 (if applicable) will cost an additional $10 each on top of class tuition. The first 3 are included in tuition). * Bring $10-$20 cash if you want to qualify with more that 3 firearms.
*** IMPORTANT NOTE: THERE IS A QUALIFICATION AFTER A VERY SHORT TRAINING. IT IS A FORMAL TEST REQUIRED BY THE STATE AND COUNTY/CITY AND WE ARE THE PROCTORS. WE ARE TESTING BASED ON THE REQUIREMENTS WE ARE GIVEN. PLEASE UNDERSTAND WE WILL NOT BE DOING ANY TRAINING DURING THE WRITTEN TEST AND NOT DURING QUALIFICATION ON THE RANGE. Please don’t have your focus be practicing to pass this test… Instead, have your focus be practicing to stay alive during the worst moments of your life! We are right here offering to help, but we can not help you in a test. Please contact us…. we really want to help you!
We are unable to keep tabs on which counties are issuing CCW Permits and which are not, and the changes in their internal operations regarding CCW permits (although we do our best). We have limited information on this topic. Please check with your issuing agency (The LE Agency of the county/city in which you currently reside), for the most current information.
NOTE: This class begins at Michael’s Pizza in Modesto on Carpenter Rd. Lunch service is included in tuition. Pizza, salad, beverages. After lunch you will drive approx 15 minutes to the range for the rest of your training.
Course Duration: 8 hours (with a lunch break)
Equipment Needed:

150 rounds of ammunition, plus 30 rounds for every gun you want on your permit. Remember, per State of CA, you shall qualify with EVERY firearm you want on your permit.
In our professional opinion, we strongly suggest only a minimal # of firearms on your permit. Carry what you are truly proficient with; there’s no benefit to having 5 guns on a permit. We believe in this so strongly, that we charge $10 per qualification of all firearms beyond 3. (Qualification for guns #4 and #5 (if applicable) will cost an additional $10 each on top of class tuition. The first 3 are included in tuition).
Bring $10-$20 cash if you want to qualify with more that 3 firearms.
Eye/Ear Protection, closed toe shoes, hat with a bill (baseball hat is sufficient, but if you wear a full brimmed hat make sure it will work with the hearing protection you’ll be wearing)
Gun, holster, magazines (or speed loaders/speed strips)

If you do not have a gun, please email us so we can assist you. training@valleydefense.com

Defensive Handgun 1 (DH1)
2026-02-21 08:00 - 15:00 | Ceres Range, -, Ceres, CA, United States
An introduction to the use and operation of the pistol for both personal and home defense. We will discuss ballistics, ammo, and equipment selection. This course is designed for any handgun, .22 and up. If you do not already own a handgun, wait until after this class to purchase one. We have firearms & equipment that you can rent ($10/day). You will go in to making your firearm purchase more educated and more confident. You can buy the gun that you believe is best … not “what everyone else thinks you need”.
Equipment Needed:

Holster/mag pouches/belt
Hearing and eye protection/ball cap
Range and weather appropriate clothing
3 magazines (minimum)
200 rounds of ammo (minimum)
