Medford, MN – Concealed Carry Class August 22, 2026

Description

About the Minnesota CCW Class:

This full-day class includes all the required instruction to apply for a Minnesota Carry Permit. It does not matter what county you live in, this class meets all qualifications statewide. Additionally, for those who may have an interest in expanding their reciprocity (something we discuss in the class), you will also meet the requirements in this class to apply for your permits in Florida and Arizona.

Students will demonstrate a practical understanding of: the fundamentals of pistol use and firearms safety; the legal aspects and ramifications of pistol possession, carry, and use; introduction into situational awareness and defensive tactics; an overview of applicable state laws; and demonstrate safe pistol usage while achieving defensive accuracy during a live fire shooting qualification.

We will spend appx 5 hours in the class room and 1 hour on the range to perform the live fire shooting qualification. Don’t let this intimidate you, its quite simple and our students have a very high pass rate.  You must be 18+ years of age and not be prohibited from possessing a firearm under Minnesota or Federal Law.

Content will include:

• Important range gear
• Range Etiquette and Range Rules
• Concepts of Aiming
• Iron Sights and Red Dots (Pistol Optics) Overview
• Proper loading and unloading procedures
• Effective shooting stances
• Proper firearm grip
• Trigger Manipulation
• Overcoming common challenges and barriers
• Handgun Basics and Mechanics
• Firearm Safety Rules and Overview
• Firearm Safety Gear and Best Practices
• Firearm Safety Concerns With Children
• Less Lethal tools and considerations
• Firearm Accessories
• Firearm and Ammunition Storage
• Proper handgun maintenance
• Concealed Carry Holsters & Techniques
• Minnesota Gun Ownership Laws
• Minnesota Concealed Carry Laws
• Minnesota Justifiable and Physical Force Laws
• Reciprocity and Travel Considerations

Military discount available for those actively serving in the US Military. Please contact us to receive your military discount.

*If you have any special needs, please contact the instructor to make arrangements in advance so we can be sure to accommodate you.

What Do You Have To Bring?

If you don’t own a handgun yet you can borrow one of ours at no cost. If you need to borrow gear, please make that request in advance of the class so the instructor can be sure to have sufficient gear for everyone.

For this class you will need the following:

• Government-issued photo ID
• Appropriate clothing for the weather (We will be outdoors)
• A handgun in any caliber along with 2 spare magazines if possible.
• 75 rounds of ammunition for the handgun
• Eye and ear protection (recommended)
• Lunch / Snacks / Water

ADDED BONUS: $185

When you sign up for this class today, you will immediately receive a coupon pack valued at $185. Coupons provide discounts up to $25 on various industry-proven products that you will probably need anyway. Products include: Gun law books and videos, training pistols, holsters, gun cleaning products, gun safes and cases, training tools, hearing protection, and more. Click here for more details.

About the Concealed Carry Instructor:

Michael is the Owner and Principal Instructor for Howe Safety & Defense. In addition, to his owner and instructor responsibilities within Howe Safety & Defense, Michael is also employed as a Safety & Security Director of a community and technical college in Southern Minnesota. Learn more about Michael on his profile.

How do you Register for Class:

We require pre-registration for our classes. Please click the add to cart button above to make your payment.

How Do I Apply For My CCW License After the Class?

After the class, you will walk out with a class completion certificate signed by the instructor which you will need to apply. We give you detailed instructions on how to apply for your permit.