Colorado Concealed Handgun Course – New Applicant - Thornton

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Concealed Carry Classes Of Denver - North Denver | Thornton

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Colorado Concealed Handgun Course \u2013 New Applicant - Thornton
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Get certified with our Colorado Concealed Handgun Course! Meets new state law requirements effective July 1, 2025.
About this Event

Overview:

Our Colorado Concealed Handgun Course fully complies with the new Colorado law taking effect on July 1, 2025. This course is designed for individuals who have never fired a gun before or have no prior training, so don’t worry—it’s not a hard course to pass!

The day will start in the classroom at Holly St, where we'll cover essential topics like firearm safety, Colorado gun laws, basic pistol fundamentals (grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control), mental preparedness, and responsible carry. Students will also learn about proper storage, use-of-force laws, and firearm maintenance. Afterward, we'll head to an indoor shooting range in either Aurora or Denver—locations at:

Aurora:-1310 S Abilene St, Aurora, CO 80012

Denver:-410 Raritan Way, Denver, CO 80204-6280 E 39th Ave, Denver, CO 80207


Classroom Portion Schedule:
  • 9:00 AM: Admin/Registration
  • 9:45 AM: Classroom Portion
  • 12:30 PM: Lunch (half-hour break)
  • 1:00 PM: Classroom Portion continues, Test
  • 2:45 PM: Drive to Range
  • 3:15 PM: Live Fire Portion
  • 4:15 PM: Qualification
  • 5:30 PM: Qualification Paperwork
  • 6:00 PM: End of Class

Course Details:
  • Breaks: We will take a 10-minute break every hour.
  • Lunch: Students should bring their lunch. There will be a half-hour lunch break.

The course includes:

State-Mandated Classroom Instruction covering:

  • Firearm Safety
  • Colorado Gun Laws
  • Basic Pistol Fundamentals (grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control)
  • Mental Preparedness
  • Responsible Carry
  • Use-of-Force Laws
  • Proper Firearm Storage
  • Firearm Maintenance

Written Exam – Must be passed with a minimum score of 80%Live Fire Qualification – Mandatory shooting of 50 rounds, with a qualification requirement of 25 rounds on an IDPA or FBI target.✅ Mandatory 8 hours of training required by law (Colorado Revised Statutes § 18-12-203)


Qualification Standards:
  • 7 feet: 10 rounds
  • 10 feet: 10 rounds
  • 13 feet: 5 rounds
  • Scoring Requirement: Must hit within the silhouette area, with a minimum passing score of 70% (at least 18 hits out of 25 rounds).

This course is structured to help you succeed—whether you're a beginner or have little experience with firearms. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive the certification needed to apply for your Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit, as required by Colorado Revised Statutes § 18-12-203.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Concealed Carry Classes Of Denver - North Denver, 2090 East 104th Avenue, Thornton, United States

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USD 30.00 to USD 172.56

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