2026 MN PERMIT TO CARRY
- Sun, Nov. 15, 2026
8:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Sun, Nov. 15, 2026
- $110
- In-Class Time4 Hour(s)
- Range Time1 Hour(s)
What You'll Learn
This class fulfills all of the requirements of the Minnesota Personal Protection Act in order to apply for a Minnesota Concealed Carry Permit.
Lessons:
- Developing a Personal & Home Protection Plan
- Self- Defense Firearm Basics
- Defensive Shooting Fundamentals
- The Legal Use of Force
- Deadly Encounters & the Aftermath
- Gear & Gadgets
- Basic & Advanced Skills
Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.
This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.
Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of a class date in order to receive a full refund. Classes cancelled less than 48 hours before the class will not be refunded. Fees paid will be held in trust until a future date can be confirmed for student.
What We'll Teach
Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
Lessons:
- Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan
- Self-Defense Firearms Basics
- Shooting Fundamentals
- Gear and Gadgets
- The Legal Use of Force
- Violent Encounters and the Aftermath
- Basic and Advanced Skills
Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters
Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.
This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.
Additional Notes from Your Instructor
There is a range requirement for all students; you are encouraged to bring your own unloaded firearm, and 50 rounds. For students without access to a firearm, course fee includes use of one of our weapons and ammo. Students will fire from 3 distances, conduct magazine exchanges, score 70% or better and show safe use and knowledge of a handgun functions. Students unable to achieve 70% scoring will receive additional training, at a cost of $5 per additional target. Interested in making this a women's only course? Contact me to RSVP! First come first served, meaning if a date is totally open, then it's yours. Would you like to host a class? I am able to travel for group sizes 8 or more depending on distance, only on the dates listed and provided no one else has signed up for them. Also, you'll need a suitable place for setting up a safe handgun range. NOTE: Get 3 students to register and your class is FREE!
Upcoming Class Dates for
2026 MN Permit To Carry
3 Upcoming
Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone
Parents, Teachers, Concerned Citizens, Business Professionals, Churchgoers, and anyone who wants to keep themselves and others safe
What to Bring
- FMJ
- Long Pants
- Close-toed Shoes
- Brimmed Hat
- Handgun
- Water / Beverage
- Lunch
- Rain Gear
- Pen & Notebook
- Bug Spray
- Sunscreen
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Extra Magazines
What is Provided
- FMJ
- Handgun
- Targets
- Bug Spray
- Extra Magazines
Training Powered By:
We Educate. We Train. We Save Lives.
- Ongoing training to keep your family safe
- Next steps you can take in your training to ensure you are prepared
- Plus: Live Q&A with USCCA-Certified Instructors