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I am Tom Nguyen, founder and lead instructor, at L.A. Progressive Shooters LLC.
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If you'd like to learn about our non-intimidating lessons to demystify guns and empower you in being safe and responsible gun owners, get started at our FAQ or scroll down for our lessons and booking calendar.
GROUP lessons
PISTOL 101: Safety & Fundamentals
PISTOL 103: Accuracy & Best Practices
PISTOL 103: Accuracy & Best Practices
$300/person
This is our flagship 5 star course!
Whether you are totally new to firearms, or it's been a long time since you've touched a pistol, Pistol 101 is a full day comprehensive course that covers everything to give you a strong foundation with gun safety, how pistols work inside and out, and how to shoot them accurately and consisten
$300/person
This is our flagship 5 star course!
Whether you are totally new to firearms, or it's been a long time since you've touched a pistol, Pistol 101 is a full day comprehensive course that covers everything to give you a strong foundation with gun safety, how pistols work inside and out, and how to shoot them accurately and consistently.
Requires at least 2 people to initially reserve a date, and then others can join the small SEMI-PRIVATE class of 4 students, where everyone gets individual attention at the comfort & privacy of our outdoor private range in Azusa (Tue-Thu, Sat-Sun).
Also available in Santa Clarita on Wed/Thu.
PISTOL 103: Accuracy & Best Practices
PISTOL 103: Accuracy & Best Practices
PISTOL 103: Accuracy & Best Practices
$175/person
Are you a gun owner who would like to get back to more regular, consistent practice? Or have you reached a plateau in your shooting or bored with your routine? Even experienced shooters need brushing up on their fundamentals.
Pistol 103 is the same curriculum as the Fundamentals taught in Pistol 101, appropriate for shooters wit
$175/person
Are you a gun owner who would like to get back to more regular, consistent practice? Or have you reached a plateau in your shooting or bored with your routine? Even experienced shooters need brushing up on their fundamentals.
Pistol 103 is the same curriculum as the Fundamentals taught in Pistol 101, appropriate for shooters with some experience, but not intended for 1st-time shooters.
Feb 1, Feb 15, Mar 15, Apr 12, May 17, Jun 14, Jul 12, Aug 16, Sep 13, Oct 11, Nov 8, Dec 13
PISTOL 201: Speed & Performance
Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW): How to Apply & CCW Training
Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW): How to Apply & CCW Training
$225/person
Buying a gun for home defense requires more knowledge and practice than just basic, static shooting at public ranges.
You will learn fundamentals skills for realistic and dynamic defensive shooting: sight deviation, defensively accurate rapid fire, clearing malfunctions, mag reloads, timed drills to measure performance under pr
$225/person
Buying a gun for home defense requires more knowledge and practice than just basic, static shooting at public ranges.
You will learn fundamentals skills for realistic and dynamic defensive shooting: sight deviation, defensively accurate rapid fire, clearing malfunctions, mag reloads, timed drills to measure performance under pressure.
OWB/IWB Holster required.
Feb 2, Feb 16, Mar 16, Apr 13, May 18, Jun 15, Jul 13, Aug 17, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14
Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW): How to Apply & CCW Training
Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW): How to Apply & CCW Training
Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW): How to Apply & CCW Training
Now that good cause is no longer required to apply for Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) permit in L.A. County, take you step by step through the entire process:
- How to fill out the application
- Mistakes to avoid in the process
- What to expect at the interview
- Training requirements
16 Hour Required Training
$475/person
8 Hour Renewal
$275/per
Now that good cause is no longer required to apply for Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) permit in L.A. County, take you step by step through the entire process:
- How to fill out the application
- Mistakes to avoid in the process
- What to expect at the interview
- Training requirements
16 Hour Required Training
$475/person
8 Hour Renewal
$275/person
Feb 1-2, Feb 15-16, Mar 15-16, Apr 12-13, May 17-18, Jun 14-15, Jul 12-13, Aug 16-17, Sep 13-14, Oct 11-12, Nov 8-9, Dec 13-14
All smiles as father takes 2 children to learn to shoot together!
Tony wanted a private outdoor lesson for his 2 shy children who had only ever shot guns with him when they were 8 and 12.
Now 17 and 22, siblings Emily and Brandon did really well, shooting Holes in Holes, with proud papa snapping pics all throughout the lesson of their results.
🤗 Students shoot Final Drill in Defensive Pistol with Confidence!
☝If you own a gun for self defense, it's so important to practice drills that simulate more realistic situations and stress that can't be done at a public range.
Taking our Pistol 101/102/103 is just the 1st step: foundational classes for safety and basic shooting skills.
Our Defensive Pistol course is really where you start to learn necesary skills for using a gun in self defense, and the mental/physical processes needed to perform them under fight or flight.
85 Year Old Muriel learns to shoot 9mm like a Boss
Muriel is a widow living alone who wanted the security of owning a handgun but was too intimidated to shoot her Glock 9mm. So proud to see her progress from only shooting .22LR her 1st lesson to shooting holes in holes with 9mm with weekly coaching.
Amaechina mastering the Fundamentals
Anyone can learn to shoot well! Amaechina would like folks to know she is 67 years old, has been thriving with Multiple Sclerosis for 36 years and must use mobility devices to walk, and this is part of her journey in empowering herself.
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We specialize in demystifying guns and making the experience fun and educational, with an emphasis on safety and comfort. Know someone who's always wanted to learn, or who wants to take their skills to the next level? Give the gift of a lesson for your family and friends.
Earn EXCLUSIVE patch! take our challenge!
Not just anyone can represent our community. That's why LAPS gear is not sold to the public. The only way to earn one of our LAPS patches is to pass one of our Shooting Standards.
Students who pass our Shooting Standards earn a LAPS patch as a TOP SHOT!
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L.A. Progressive Shooters LLC
Lessons in L.A. County in Azusa and Santa Clarita
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