Firearms Training for La Junta and Otero County

Good firearms training should do more than help you punch holes in paper. It should teach you how to handle a gun safely, understand your responsibilities, avoid dangerous habits, and make better decisions before a problem ever turns into a shooting problem.

Students from La Junta, Rocky Ford, Swink, Las Animas, Fowler, Manzanola, and surrounding Otero County communities regularly travel to Pueblo for better training options and flexible scheduling.

Training Options Available

• Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit Class — required training for new concealed carry permit applicants.
• Colorado Concealed Carry Renewal Class — refresher training for current permit holders.
• Handgun Fundamentals — safe handling, loading, unloading, grip, sights, trigger control, and range coaching.
• Private and Small Group Instruction — focused coaching for new shooters, returning shooters, or students who need extra help.

What You Will Work On

• Safe loading and unloading
• Proper muzzle direction
• Keeping your finger indexed and off the trigger
• Safe administrative gun handling
• Grip, stance, sights, and trigger control
• Basic defensive handgun concepts
• Colorado concealed carry responsibilities
• How to avoid building bad habits before they become training scars

New Shooters Are Welcome

You do not need to be experienced to take a class. In fact, new shooters often benefit the most because they have not yet built bad habits. If you do not own a handgun yet, do not rush out and buy one before class. Get some instruction first and make a smarter decision.

Concealed Carry and Renewal Training for La Junta Students

Colorado concealed carry training has changed, and students need to make sure their instructor is teaching current requirements. Have Gun Will Train Colorado keeps classes focused on safety, legal responsibilities, live-fire qualification, and practical gun handling.

If your permit is coming up for renewal, do not wait until the last minute. Sheriff’s offices can be busy, and your training certificate timing matters.

Serving La Junta, Rocky Ford, Swink, and Otero County

Have Gun Will Train Colorado is based in Pueblo and serves students from across Southern Colorado. If you are coming from La Junta or Otero County, the drive is straightforward, the training is practical, and the goal is simple: help you become safer, more confident, and more responsible with a handgun.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer concealed carry classes for La Junta residents?

Yes. Students from La Junta and Otero County can take Colorado concealed handgun permit training with Have Gun Will Train Colorado in Pueblo.

Do you offer renewal classes?

Yes. Renewal classes are available for current Colorado concealed handgun permit holders.

Can beginners take your handgun classes?

Yes. Beginners are welcome. The class starts with safety and builds from there.

Should I buy a gun before class?

Not necessarily. Many students are better off getting some instruction first so they can make a smarter handgun purchase.

How do I sign up?

Use the training schedule page, reserve a spot online, or call/text 719-821-3958.