Colorado Concealed Carry Permit Course

Carrying a concealed firearm is a serious responsibility. Our mission is to prepare you with the knowledge, confidence, and legal awareness to carry safely and lawfully.

Course Overview

This comprehensive in person course is designed for individuals applying for their first Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP). It includes classroom and range training, covering:

  • Safe handling and storage of firearms and ammunition

  • Firearm safety and live-fire shooting fundamentals

  • Federal & Colorado firearm laws, including:

    • Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs)

    • Lost/stolen firearm reporting (C.R.S. § 18-12-113)

    • Secure storage requirements (C.R.S. § 18-12-114)

  • Use of deadly force in self-defense situations

  • Conflict avoidance and judgmental use of force

  • How to safely interact with law enforcement while carrying

  • Written exam and live-fire qualification

  • Certificate of Completion provided for permit application

Class Duration and Cost

  • Classes held every 2nd Sunday of the Month

  • 8 hours total

  • $250

What to Bring

  • Unloaded firearm in a case/bag (Firearms will be inspected before class)

  • 2+ empty magazines

  • 50 rounds of non-steel core ammunition

  • Eye and ear protection

  • Notebook & pen

Location

  • The classroom portion of this course will be held at Taps Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    • 311 E County Line Rd Ste A7, Highlands Ranch CO 80122

  • The live-fire qualification will be held at Triple J Armory

    • 8152 Southpark Ln, Littleton, CO 80120
      ( 5 minute drive from Taps BJJ)