Steven Hung
Instructor # 3653128 | Veterans Training Group - Professional Firearms & CCW Training
Certified with the USCCA since 4/11/2024
Certification Renewal Date 4/11/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Emergency & First Aid
My Biography
Steven is a combat veteran, paratrooper, and former Army Officer. Steven has been around firearms and has been shooting since he was six years old.
He served in multiple roles within the military from the tactical, operational, and strategic levels. He deployed as a Civil Affairs Team Leader during Operation Enduring Freedom as well as multiple other deployments around the world.
Steven has trained and been trained by some of the best special operations operators, and Law Enforcement Officers in the world and is looking to pass on the knowledge that he has gained over his 17 years of service. Steven is a certified NRA instructor as well as NRA Certified Range Safety Officer.
Since retiring from the military Steven has channeled his energy into helping veterans as well as training civilians in firearms safety and survival training. His certifications Include: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) -Concealed Carry Tactics Instructor USCCA Defensive Pistol Program Instructor USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor Cal DOJ CCW Instructor USCCA Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals Instructor NRA Range Safety Officer NRA Certified Pistol Instructor BLS Certified
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The NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course introduces students to the fundamentals of pistol shooting. This comprehensive course is designed for individuals with limited or no previous experience with handguns and focuses on building a strong foundation in safe handling and effective shooting techniques. 3 hours (Zoom session) & 2 hours (range training) Course Overview: Firearm Safety: Emphasis on the NRA's three fundamental safety rules, safe gun handling, and secure storage. Pistol Mechanics and Operation: Detailed instruction on pistol parts, operation, and an overview of various types of pistols. Ammunition Knowledge: An understanding of different types of ammunition, its components, and its safe use. Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting: Instruction on shooting fundamentals, including stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, and trigger control. Range Rules and Procedures: Comprehensive review of range rules, etiquette, and the proper procedures for shooting on a range. Shooting Positions and Shooting Qualifications: Practical experience in shooting from various positions and a qualification shoot to demonstrate learned skills. Maintenance, Cleaning, and Storage: Techniques for the proper maintenance and cleaning of pistols to ensure longevity and performance. Upon completion of this course, participants will receive an NRA certificate, indicating their understanding and proficiency in basic pistol handling and safety. This course not only prepares individuals to safely enjoy recreational shooting but also lays the groundwork for advanced training in personal defense and competitive shooting.
NEW ADDED POLICY: P320 Platform Prohibited from VTG Courses. Effective immediately, Veterans Training Group is banning all SIG Sauer P320 models from our courses due to ongoing safety concerns. Your safety is our top priority. If you currently use a P320, please feel free to contact me for approved alternatives or rental options.
This foundational course provides an in-depth introduction to the world of red dot sights, focusing on their mounting, adjustment, and use for enhanced accuracy and speed.
Course Objectives:
Introduction to Red Dot Sights: Understand the functionality, benefits, and various types of red dot sights available. Mounting Techniques: Learn how to securely attach and position your red dot sight on different types of pistols, ensuring optimal alignment and stability. Zeroing: Master the art of adjusting your red dot sight for windage, elevation, and brightness to accommodate various shooting conditions. Shooting Practice: Apply your new skills in a controlled range environment, with exercises designed to improve your target acquisition speed and shooting accuracy. Maintenance and Care: Gain knowledge on the proper maintenance of your red dot sight to keep it in top working condition.
NEW ADDED POLICY: P320 Platform Prohibited from VTG Courses Effective immediately, Veterans Training Group is banning all SIG Sauer P320 models from our courses due to ongoing safety concerns. Your safety is our top priority. If you currently use a P320, please feel free to contact me for approved alternatives or rental options.
Students will gain proficiency with and learn how to properly set up, maintain, and utilize various types of sporting and tactical shotguns. Students will be taught to set up, zero, and utilize chokes and ammunition. Understanding proper loading and unloading, how to make it safe, and understanding conditions for use.
Duration: 4 hrs @ outdoor range
Equipment Rental: $50
COURSE OBJECTIVE
- Shotgun safety rules
- Overview of Ammunition type
- Installation of slings
- Multiple loading and unloading techniques
- How to store and maintain
- Different shooting positions
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
- Shot Gun (equipment rental available)
- 100-150 rounds FMJ, no steel core, steel jacketed, bi-metal jacket, or steel cased, Incendiary or ----- tracers (can be purchased at the range)
- Eyes and Ears Protection (equipment rental available)
- Close-toed shoes
- Suggested long pants
- Snacks & Food (optional)
Our mission is to deliver an engaging and comprehensive experience for all Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, and Orange County pistol course participants.
Firearms can be intimidating for beginners. Our basic pistol course is designed to develop and foster an understanding of pistols.
We will cover firearms safety and gun handling, storage, proper maintenance, and actions to clear malfunctions/misfires before the range and proper loading/unloading, stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, breathing, trigger control, and follow-through.
We will also introduce situational awareness as well as mindset.
Course Objective: -Firearms handling Safety -Proper Storage Maintenance -Actions to clear malfunctions/misfires -Loading/unloading -Stance -Grip -Sight alignment -Sight picture -Breathing -Trigger control -Situational awareness -Mindset
The classroom Location is at 525 N Azusa Ave Suite #206, La Puente , CA 91744
The Shooting Range Location is at La Puente Firing Range 16418 Valley Blvd, La Puente, CA 91744
NEW ADDED POLICY: P320 Platform Prohibited from VTG Courses Effective immediately, Veterans Training Group is banning all SIG Sauer P320 models from our courses due to ongoing safety concerns. Your safety is our top priority. If you currently use a P320, please feel free to contact me for approved alternatives or rental options.
Basic Rifle is designed for the new rifle owner. The class will begin with weapons safety training, weapons malfunction procedures, field stripping, and field cleaning of your rifle. Students will learn basic rifle marksmanship fundamentals and how to zero a rifle properly, both iron sights and optics.
Basic Rifle will teach students how to shoot from the prone, kneeling, and standing, as well as basic weapons manipulation.
Required Equipment:
- Rifle
- 150 rounds minimum
- FMJ, no steel core, steel jacketed, bi-metal jacket, or steel cased, Incendiary or tracers (can be purchased at the range)
- Eyes and Ear Protection
- Close-toed Shoes
- Suggested long pants
- Eat prior, Snacks and food (optional)
- two magazines minimum
This course is designed for intermediate shooters, preferably for those who have taken our Basic course. Defensive Pistol will introduce drawing from a holster, engagement of multiple targets, and strong and weak hand shooting. We will also cover target recognition and go over situational awareness and bullet ballistics. We will practice reactive shooting as well as target identification. This class begins to introduce tactical thinking as well as home defense principles while shooting. Understanding gunfighting principles and the introduction of stress in shooting.
Prerequisite: Student must be able to shoot 2-inch groups at a minimum of 7 yards. The student will be tested at 1st portion of the class.
Course Objective:
- Designed for those with basic pistol knowledge
- Introduction to drawing from an inside Waistband holster
- Engagement of multiple targets
- Defensive mindset training
- Instruction on reactive shooting
- Single-handed dominant and weak-handed shooting
NEW ADDED POLICY: P320 Platform Prohibited from VTG Courses. Effective immediately, Veterans Training Group is banning all SIG Sauer P320 models from our courses due to ongoing safety concerns. Your safety is our top priority. If you currently use a P320, please feel free to contact me for approved alternatives or rental options.
Defensive Rifle Course is developed for the novice shooter who wants to learn more advanced rifle manipulations and shooting techniques. This course teaches students how to shoot while moving and different reload conditions and techniques. Students will learn how to engage multiple targets and properly manipulate the weapon for self-defense. The course will stress weapons safety skills, situational awareness, and shooting from cover. Students will be expected to have basic rifle knowledge prior to taking this course (we will not zero your weapon during this course, just confirming zero).
This comprehensive course is designed for homeowners seeking to enhance their ability to responsibly use a pistol for home defense.
Over this multi-session program, participants will:
Understand Legal Aspects: Learn the legal responsibilities and rights associated with using a firearm in home defense scenarios. Develop a home defense plan and emergency preparedness plan with security recommendations and tips
Master Firearm Safety: Gain essential knowledge and skills in firearm safety, including proper handling, storage, and pistol maintenance.
Develop Shooting Skills: Through practical, hands-on training at our state-of-the-art shooting range, you will develop accuracy and proficiency in shooting.
Improve Decision Making: Enhance your decision-making skills under pressure to ensure you can act judiciously and effectively in real-world situations.
Our comprehensive first aid course equips you with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies.
Learn how to properly care for cuts, scrapes, burns, and other wounds. Master techniques to control bleeding and prevent further injury. Understand how to immobilize fractures and support for injury. Develop a personal emergency preparedness plan and learn how to respond to various disasters.
Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply want to be prepared for unexpected situations, this course provides the tools to save lives.
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.
THIS IS A JOINT TRAINING COURSE
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.
THIS IS A JOINT TRAINING COURSE
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.
THIS IS A JOINT TRAINING COURSE
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.
THIS IS A JOINT TRAINING COURSE
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.
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.
This is the approved ONLINE Module class for the Riverside Sheriff Department CCW Training and Qualification. Once you have received your email to proceed with training.
PART 1: Students have 6 months to complete the online modules
PART 2: After students have finished online modules, students have to sign up for our PART 2 Shooting Qualification course to receive a completion certificate.
Our mission is to provide all California CCW applicants with an exciting and comprehensive understanding of the penal codes as they apply to uses of force, safe gun handling, marksmanship, less-than-lethal solutions, tactical considerations, scenarios, and live-fire drills.
This is Part 2 of the Riverside County ONLINE CCW Initial, Riverside County ONLINE CCW Renewal, and Riverside County, California Non-Resident CCW. This course covers the Range Fee and eye and ear protection. (Please inform us ahead of time if you need eye and ear protection.) Students need at least 50 rounds per pistol on the pistol they want to qualify on.
You will be expected to be on time for the time you choose. (Please arrive early)
Itinerary:
- Go over range safety rules.
- Go over the course of fire.
- Go on the range to complete the course of fire.
- Certificate of Completion & Range Qualification will be emailed to you after.
This is the approved ONLINE Module class for the Riverside Sheriff Department CCW Training and Qualification. Once you have received your email to proceed with training.
PART 1: Students have 6 months to complete the online modules
PART 2: After students have finished online modules, students have to sign up for our PART 2 Shooting Qualification course to receive a completion certificate.
Our mission is to provide all California CCW applicants with an exciting and comprehensive understanding of the penal codes as they apply to uses of force, safe gun handling, marksmanship, less-than-lethal solutions, tactical considerations, scenarios, and live-fire drills.
VTG - First Responders, Military, Veterans Appreciation Event
Date: Saturday, April 19th 2026 Time: 7:30 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Mike Raahauge Shooting Range 14995 River Road, Eastvale, CA 92880
A firearms skills event for first responders, military, and veterans. Spend the morning at the range with great company, friendly competition, and exclusive giveaways!
This event is sponsored by USCCA & AA Tactical
WOMEN'S TRAINING COURSE ONLY Our mission is to deliver an engaging and comprehensive experience for all Los Angeles County, San Bernardino County, and Orange County pistol course participants.
Firearms can be intimidating for beginners. Our basic pistol course is designed to develop and foster an understanding of pistols.
We will cover firearms safety and gun handling, storage, proper maintenance, and actions to clear malfunctions/misfires before the range and proper loading/unloading, stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, breathing, trigger control, and follow-through.
We will also introduce situational awareness as well as mindset.
Course Objective: -Firearms handling Safety -Proper Storage Maintenance -Actions to clear malfunctions/misfires -Loading/unloading -Stance -Grip -Sight alignment -Sight picture -Breathing -Trigger control -Situational awareness -Mindset
The classroom Location is at 525 N Azusa Ave Suite #206, La Puente , CA 91744
The Shooting Range Location is at La Puente Firing Range 16418 Valley Blvd, La Puente, CA 91744
NEW ADDED POLICY: P320 Platform Prohibited from VTG Courses Effective immediately, Veterans Training Group is banning all SIG Sauer P320 models from our courses due to ongoing safety concerns. Your safety is our top priority. If you currently use a P320, please feel free to contact me for approved alternatives or rental options.
Our comprehensive first aid course equips you with the knowledge and skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies.
Learn how to properly care for cuts, scrapes, burns, and other wounds. Master techniques to control bleeding and prevent further injury. Understand how to immobilize fractures and support for injury. Develop a personal emergency preparedness plan and learn how to respond to various disasters.
Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or simply want to be prepared for unexpected situations, this course provides the tools to save lives.
PRICE INCLUDE RANGE FEE
Most violent criminal activity occurs during hours of darkness or reduced visibility, yet most firearms training takes place during daylight.
Our Low-Light Defensive Applications is designed for responsible armed citizens who want to develop the knowledge, judgment, and practical skills necessary to safely operate in low-light environments.
Students will learn how to identify potential threats, effectively utilize handheld and weapon-mounted lights, navigate reduced-light conditions, communicate effectively, and make sound defensive decisions while maintaining accountability for every action.
Unlike traditional square-range training, this course focuses on real-world defensive applications and the challenges associated with reduced visibility.
Because opportunities for structured low-light firearms training are limited in Southern California, this course is also attended by security professionals, law enforcement officers, military personnel, firearms instructors, and experienced concealed carry permit holders seeking to maintain and enhance their capabilities.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Experienced CCW Permit Holders • Armed Citizens • Homeowners • Security Professionals • Firearms Instructors • Law Enforcement Personnel • Military Personnel • Experienced Shooters Seeking Advanced Skills
PREREQUISITES
Students must be able to:
• Safely draw from a holster • Safely manipulate their firearm • Demonstrate basic marksmanship skills • Follow range commands
This is not a beginner-level firearms course.
KEY TRAINING TOPICS
• Criminal behavior in low-light environments • Positive target identification • Handheld flashlight techniques • Weapon-mounted light considerations • Light discipline and information gathering • Defensive movement in reduced light • Use of cover and concealment • Home defense considerations • Communication during critical incidents • Multiple threat assessment • Low-light marksmanship • Decision making under stress • Defensive accountability and aftermath considerations
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
Winning the fight begins with seeing the problem.
This course focuses on identification before engagement, decision-making before shooting, and accountability before speed.
Beyond the Academy is a pistol-only training course designed for recent police academy graduates, reserve officers, newly hired officers, and experienced personnel who need a professional skills refresher.
This course moves beyond static qualification and focuses on the practical application of duty-pistol fundamentals under increased speed, pressure, movement, and decision-making demands.
Training Includes Precision pistol shooting Duty-holster presentation Grip and recoil management Flash sight picture versus precision sighting Target and visual transitions Accuracy at speed Shooting while moving Use of cover and positional shooting Strong-hand and support-hand shooting Reloads and malfunction management Threat identification and decision-making Partner communication and coordinated movement
Students will learn how to adjust their speed and level of sight confirmation based on target size, distance, and consequence. Training emphasizes accountable hits, efficient weapon handling, muzzle awareness, and the ability to safely operate around another armed officer.
Featured Drills
Course drills may include:
Cold-start performance assessment Flash-to-precision drill Near-far target transitions Accuracy-at-speed ladder Movement-to-precision drill Barricade problem-solving One-handed pistol operation Partner cover-management drills Shoot/no-shoot decision exercises Final integrated pistol skills course Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
Recent academy graduates Officers preparing for field training Reserve and auxiliary officers Officers returning from an extended absence Experienced officers seeking a fundamentals reset Armed professionals who regularly work with partners
This is not a beginner handgun course. Participants must demonstrate safe firearm handling and basic proficiency from the holster.
Course Philosophy
Advanced performance is not about abandoning the fundamentals. It is about applying them accurately and consistently while moving, communicating, processing information, and working under pressure.
Accountability over theatrics. Performance over appearance.
INCLUDING FREE CHECKLIST In a severe medical emergency—whether it’s a motor vehicle accident, range injury, home mishap, or violent event—the single most critical factor in survival is time. Massive bleeding can become fatal in as little as three minutes, long before emergency medical services can arrive. Would you have the right tools and knowledge to save a life?
Join us for this free, hands-on USCCA training course designed to teach you how to build a custom Individual First Aid Kit (IFAK) and trauma response setup tailored to your daily life, vehicle, or home defense setup.
Moving beyond standard "band-aid" kits, this course empowers you with the knowledge to select, organize, and quickly deploy actual trauma gear designed to stop severe hemorrhaging and treat critical injuries when seconds count.
What You Will Learn: The Anatomy of a True Trauma Kit: The vital difference between everyday first-aid supplies and life-saving trauma gear (IFAK).
Core Trauma Essentials: High-utility gear selection, including tourniqets, pressure dressings, hemostatic agents (chitosan/QuikClot), chest seals, and trauma shears.
Smart Kit Organization: Staging your gear for rapid one-handed access under extreme stress.
Placement & Accessibility: Best practices for carrying trauma gear on your person, in your vehicle, at work, or within your home defense setup.
Avoiding Gear Pitfalls: How to spot cheap, counterfeit medical gear that fails under pressure, and why brand-name verification matters.
Actionable Emergency Protocols: Simple, high-level frameworks for maintaining situational safety while administering immediate care.
When disaster strikes—whether it’s a severe weather event, extended power grid failure, or civil emergency—you won’t have time to think, plan, or shop. You will only have time to act. Is your family truly ready to survive 72+ hours on your own?
Join us for this free, high-impact USCCA training course designed to take the stress and guesswork out of emergency planning. Learn how to systematically assemble personalized, life-saving "Go-Bags" (Bug-Out Bags) and home disaster kits tailored specifically to your household's unique needs.
This isn't about extreme "doomsday prepper" tactics—it’s about practical, responsible stewardship and ensuring your loved ones remain safe, self-sufficient, and comfortable when normal services fail.
What You Will Learn: The 72-Hour Survival Rule: The critical life-support essentials (Water, Food, Shelter, Medical, Security, Navigation, Communication) every kit must include.
Go-Bag vs. Stay-Home Kit: How to tailor your gear depending on whether you need to evacuate in 5 minutes or shelter-in-place for 2 weeks.
Customizing for Family Needs: Special considerations for children, pets, elderly family members, prescription medications, and critical documentation.
Avoid the "Overweight Kit" Trap: Essential gear selection, pack distribution, and how to keep your bag light enough for long-distance travel on foot.
Protective Readiness: Integrating personal protection and defensive gear safely into your emergency plan.
Maintenance & Rotations: How to keep your supplies fresh, functional, and ready year-round without wasting money.




