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At Granite Personal Protection Training, LLC, Kathy equips men and women with the knowledge, attitude, and foundational skills needed for safe, effective handgun use — BEFORE ever firing a shot. 

Why Choose GranitePPT?

A Supportive Experience From Start to Finish

A Supportive Experience From Start to Finish

A Supportive Experience From Start to Finish

Feel comfortable, encouraged, and supported every step of the way—from your first questions to building confidence with your firearm.  

Learn From a Certified Instructor

A Supportive Experience From Start to Finish

A Supportive Experience From Start to Finish

  Build your skills the right way from the start with certified instruction in firearm safety, proper technique, and shooting fundamentals—giving you the knowledge and confidence to keep improving long after class. 

Learn at Your Own Pace

A Supportive Experience From Start to Finish

Learn at Your Own Pace

Take the time you need to learn and practice, without feeling rushed. Instruction is designed to meet you where you are and help you build confidence one skill at a time. 

Personalized Attention

More Than Just Shooting

Learn at Your Own Pace

Get hands-on guidance and instruction tailored to your experience level, helping you build skills, overcome uncertainty, and leave feeling confident with your firearm. 

Ask Questions Freely

More Than Just Shooting

More Than Just Shooting

Feel welcomed and supported while asking questions, getting clear answers, and building confidence every step of the way. 

More Than Just Shooting

More Than Just Shooting

More Than Just Shooting

It’s about understanding your firearm, building safe and practical skills, developing awareness, and making responsible decisions. At Granite PPT, you’ll train with purpose and build confidence that goes beyond the range. 

San Diego/North County/Riverside/LA

Women's Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals

 

This course is designed for new and beginner-level shooters. 


This is a thorough handgun safety and fundamentals course. By the end of the session, you’ll gain the necessary knowledge and skills to handle a firearm responsibly — all while building confidence and comfort shooting at the range. 

  ✔ Learn handgun safety in a supportive, beginner-friendly setting.

✔ Build confidence handling and shooting a handgun.

✔ Practice essential skills with a certified female instructor.

✔ Get hands-on experience at the range.

✔ Develop a strong foundation for continued firearms training and skill development.


Classroom +  indoor shooting range

Certificate of Completion

SAN DIEGO, CA


$195 + range fees

Upcoming Class

Oct. 24th, 9 AM - 5 PM

Register Here

LOS ANGELES, CA


$195 + range fees

Upcoming Class

NOV. 7th, 9 AM - 5 PM


Registration Opens Soon. 

OCEANSIDE, CA


$195 + range fees

Upcoming Class

Nov 21st, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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OCEANSIDE, CA


$195 + range fees

Upcoming Class

DEC 19th, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course - Instructor-Led Training

Prerequisite for the NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) & NRA Instructor Pistol Shooting Course

This is the Prerequisite for the 

NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) and NRA Instructor Pistol Shooting Courses.


 This course is held in a private, comfortable, instructional setting and indoor shooting range. 


Students will receive the NRA Guide: Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook, take a Basics of Pistol Shooting student exam, take a live-fire shooting qualification, and receive a course completion certificate.  

OCEANSIDE, CA


$195 + range fees

Upcoming Class:

 Nov. 4th, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

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OCEANSIDE, CA


$195 + range fees

Upcoming Class:

Dec. 11th, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Register Here

OCEANSIDE, CA


$195 + range fees

Upcoming Class:

Jan 3rd, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM  

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Situational Awareness & Personal Safety

Refuse To Be A Victim!

A practical women-only personal safety workshop designed to help you recognize danger earlier, trust your instincts, avoid risky situations, and make safer decisions in everyday life.


Learn to recognize potential threats, trust your instincts, and make safer decisions in everyday situations. This practical course helps women of all ages build awareness, confidence, and skills to stay alert, prepared, and one step ahead. 


Students 13-17 are welcome with parental consent.


No firearms experience required. No physical-fitness requirement. Just practical skills every woman should know.


This is not a handgun safety course.

SAN DIEGO, CA


$39

Upcoming Class

Oct. 23rd, 9 AM - 11 AM

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LOS ANGELES, CA


$39

Upcoming Class

Nov. 10th, 9 AM - 11 AM


Registration Opens Soon  

RIVERSIDE, CA


$39

Upcoming Class

TBD, 9 AM - 11 AM


Registration Opens Soon  

CA Concealed Carry (CCW) Initial & Renewal-Coed

CCW Approved Training Course by County

  CCW Initial Certificate of Completion
County Approved 

✔ Completed Range Qualification Sheet
Ready to submit with your CCW renewal application

✔ Full CCW Renewal Training Compliance
Meets all requirements for your CCW Renewal Permit

✔ One-Day Class + Same-Day Range Qualification
Fast, efficient, and streamlined

✔ FREE Multi-State CCW Certificate ($100–$200 Value)
Added value at no extra cost- others charge you; we don't

✔ No Extra Fees for Additional Firearms
(Other providers charge up to $100 per firearm)


To enroll, you will be directed to the Public Safety Institute for more information and registration.

LA County Initial CCW - LASD Approved Training Course  

LOS ANGELES, CA

Los Angeles Residents Only

$275 + range fees


Public Safety Institute

October 21st & 22nd

2-Day Class: Commerce, CA 

Shooting Range: Burro Canyon Shooting Park


Enrollment is open


You will be directed to the Public Safety Institute for more information and enrollment.

PSI Website

LA County Initial CCW - LASD Approved Training Course  

LOS ANGELES, CA

Los Angeles Residents Only


Public Safety Institute

November 18th & 19th

2-Day Class: Commerce, CA 

Shooting Range: Burro Canyon Shooting Park


Enrollment opening soon.

LA County Initial CCW - LASD Approved Training Course  

LOS ANGELES, CA

Los Angeles Residents Only


Public Safety Institute

December 22nd & 23rd

2-Day Class: Commerce, CA 

Shooting Range: Burro Canyon Shooting Park


Enrollment opening soon.

Other Handgun Courses

Basic Handgun

Handgun Skill-Building

Handgun Skill-Building

Basic Handgun Fundamentals


OCEANSIDE, CA


$195 + range fees

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM 


This course is a coed course designed for new and beginner-level shooters. 


This is a thorough handgun safety and fundamentals course. By the end of the session, you’ll gain the necessary knowledge and skills to handle a firearm responsibly — all while building confidence and comfort shooting at the range. 


Classroom +  indoor shooting range.

Certificate of Completion


Email me directly regarding registration for this course.

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Handgun Skill-Building

Handgun Skill-Building

Handgun Skill-Building

Taking Your Skills to the Next Level


OCEANSIDE, CA


$49


This is a two-hour class


  Did you take a fundamentals class and are wondering what's next?


This 2-hour course builds on the ongoing development and practice of essential handgun safety and shooting fundamentals, including: Ammunition, Shooting Malfunctions (how to prevent them or clear them), Loading and Unloading Magazines, and Selecting and Maintaining Your Pistol.  


Students should already be familiar with the basics of handgun safety and fundamentals. 


This class is taught in a private, comfortable, instructional setting.  

There is NO live fire in this course.


Email me directly regarding registration for this course.   

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Private Instruction

Private Instruction - Men & Women's Handgun 


$100/HR first person + $50/HR for up to one additional student (max 2 total)

+ $15 Range fees/pp


Beginners welcome!


Email Kathy directly to schedule your private handgun lesson.

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Questions?

Questions?

Questions?

 If you’re not sure where to start or have any questions, feel free to reach out—I’m happy to guide you and help you take the first step. 

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Need More?

Questions?

Questions?

If you don't see a class that works for your schedule, I will be happy to accommodate a date and time that does.   


If a class is full and you'd like to be added to the waitlist, contact me and I will add you.

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 I reserve the right to refuse service to anyone for any reason.


 Cancellation Policy:  All of our classes/packages and courses are final; no cancellations are allowed, and no refunds are issued once enrolled in any course(s), class(es), or any of our training programs. If you miss your scheduled class, you can reschedule for another available class once for free. You must provide 48 hours' notice to receive a free credit. Additional rescheduling will incur a $25 administrative fee. 

Pregnant women may participate only in a non-shooting course. 

Women who are pregnant or nursing an infant should not handle chemicals, lubricants, or solvents related to firearms.  

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