CLASSES

You don't need experience. You don't need to be fearless. And you don't need the strength of a professional bodybuilder. You just need to show up.

We offer firearms and women's self-defense classes designed for real women — not action heroes.

We're talking about your:

  • 80-year-old grandma who wants to feel safe at home.

  • Your 17-year-old daughter who's about to head off to college.

  • Your nine-year-old who needs to know how to spot a stranger, both online and offline.

The beginner who's never touched a gun. The woman who hasn't taken a class in years and wants to brush up on her skills. Or maybe you just want to know that if it ever came down to it, you'd be ready.

Whatever brings you here, there's a place for you.

Every class is taught in a safe, supportive, judgment-free environment where asking questions is encouraged, and confidence is the goal.

Expert Instruction

As a certified firearms, home defense, and outside-the-home defense instructor — certified by the California DOJ, NRA, and USCCA, I have trained extensively and continue to do so. I take pride in upholding the standards these organizations have entrusted to me, ensuring every student leaves with safe, effective firearms handling and self-defense skills.

On the self-defense side, we work with expert martial arts instructors trained in Jiu-Jitsu, Krav Maga, and other modalities, so you're learning real-world techniques from people who know how to teach them.

Empowerment

Realize the life-long benefits of conquering personal obstacles while gaining and expanding your skills — whether that's confidently handling a firearm, defending yourself physically, or simply knowing that if it ever came down to it, you'd be ready.

Private & Group Lessons

I believe personalized training is the best approach for new shooters and self-defense students who may feel more comfortable in a private setting rather than in a group and need more focused instruction. Every class is customized and designed to meet you where you are.

Proficiency & Preparedness

Whether you're learning to handle a firearm or defend yourself physically, every class walks you through a step-by-step process built around real technique. Firearms students learn proper handling, shooting stance and grip, aiming, and trigger control. Self-defense students build situational awareness, avoidance strategies, escape moves, and physical defense techniques. You'll leave with skills you can actually use and a confidence that comes from knowing you did it.

I signed my wife up for one of Kelly's classes. She never shot a pistol before. Kelly made her feel so comfortable, and she got all of her shots in the 8-inch ring - 100% for CCW! All thanks to the amazing Kelly!

Richard B.

I highly recommend Kelly's class. She is super informative and patient. She makes the class fun and engaging. My daughter and I will definitely be signing up for more classes!

Lanette W.

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