TACFIRE – Tactical Firearms Training Institute

Be Responsible

Whether you are a beginning or intermediate shooter, the classes at Tacfire will give you the skills to use your firearm safely and effectively.

“Firearms safety is a day-to-day function, you must practice it 100 percent of the time.

If you are not, and you do not have a complete understanding of your firearms, you may negligently wound and/or kill yourself or another.

You must learn to handle your firearms intelligently.

Firearms safety must be taken seriously, and is a significant component of self defense”.

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California CCW (Permit to Carry a Concealed Weapon)

If you are a resident of Ventura County we can help walk you through the process.

It is not easy and will take time, but if it is important to you we can help.

We offer a 2 day (16 hour) CCW class. (Check Schedule)

The course will include approximately 8 hours of range and 8 hours of classroom and practical exercises.

Also included are a written test and course completion certificate.

The curriculum is the same as Defensive Handgun Level 1&3.

The fee is $500 plus range fees.

You will also be required to have only the best gear to support the process.

If you are looking for the fast, cheap and easy way to receive a course completion certificate than please look elsewhere.

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Comp-Tac Minotaur Gladiator Holster

The Gladiator is a hybrid kydex/leather holster. The outer portion of the holster is kydex and the back of the holster is leather. This seemed to be an ideal combination of comfortable daily wear and the tactical stability. I ordered one for my Sig 229 in .40 cal and decided to put this holster to the test.

Getting started is easy.

1. Find the class that suits your needs. If you are not sure, please contact us and we will help you.

2. Email dave@tacfire.com with your request

3. Once we receive your request a confirmation letter will be emailed to you.

4. The confirmation will have directions to the range or classroom and other reminders.

5. If you do not have the required equipment needed for the class we can provide everything!!

TacFire has recommended packages that contain all you need to get started. Please visit our recommendations page here.

Guns and Gear

What is TACFIRE?

The Tactical Firearms Training Institute is dedicated to the continual improved performance of those who wish to increase their defensive firearm skills. Our goal is to prepare you to win a lethal force attack in the event that you are involved in one.
We have a highly skilled instructor core that is completely devoted to delivering effective, long-lasting, and useful tactical firearms training. We are qualified to professionally instruct students in the use of handguns, shotguns, tactical rifles and precision rifles. We have numerous classes to meet the demands of the beginner, intermediate and advanced student.

It is our job to give you the tools to win, and in that regard we deliver awesome results.

Why Tacfire?

Tacfire was developed to provide the most effective training available. We are devoted to the continual development of our student’s skills and we strive to provide the most effective and realistic training possible.
Tacfire is the necessary bridge for the average citizen to transform their firearm into a useful and effective tool for personal defense.
Nothing can prevent you from an encounter with someone who wants to do grievous bodily harm to you; but being trained in techniques to properly deal with a situation can mean the difference between just surviving and winning!

Why Tacfire? The answer is simple. We train you to win!!

Dave Manning
Senior Rangemaster

June 2019

8th Handgun CCW Practice Noon to 2PM 230-5PM (Santa Paula Range)

8th Shin Shin Mugendo 1030-1130 (Basic) 1130-1230 (Intermediate & Advanced) Camarillo Shotokan

8th “Iaido” Traditional Japanese Sword Fighting 2-3 (Camarillo Shotokan)

9th TBA

10th-14th Firearms Instructor Tactical Handgun 8AM-5PM

15th Shin Shin Mugendo 1030-1130 (Basic) 1130-1230 (Intermediate & Advanced) Camarillo Shotokan

15th “Iaido” Traditional Japanese Sword Fighting 2-3 (Camarillo Shotokan)

16th SUP YOGA with Dave 10AM YOGAqua Ventura Harbor Cove Beach

22nd Shin Shin Mugendo 1030-1130 (Basic) 1130-1230 (Intermediate & Advanced) Camarillo Shotokan

22nd “Iaido” Traditional Japanese Sword Fighting 2-3 (Camarillo Shotokan)

29th CCW 10AM-5PM TACFIRE Classroom

29th Shin Shin Mugendo 1030-1130 (Basic) 1130-1230 (Intermediate & Advanced) Camarillo Shotokan

29th “Iaido” Traditional Japanese Sword Fighting 2-3 (Camarillo Shotokan)

30th Defensive Handgun CCW 10AM-5PM (TACFIRE Classroom and range)

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