Searched for a CCW class, a CWL course, or a concealed weapons permit class? Different names, one license: Florida issues the Concealed Weapon License (CWL), and every certification below qualifies you for it.
Private training built around you
A Florida CWL class can satisfy the certification requirement. Tactical U adds the individual coaching that helps a student handle the firearm safely, correct weak fundamentals, and understand the next training step. Choose the focused certification path or spend more time building skill one-on-one.
“A class is an event. Competence is a progression.”
Stephen L. Cohen
Your class options
Good to know
- Gear rental: available case by case at $35 if you do not have your own firearm and safety gear
- Ammunition: sold separately at market price
- Availability: private sessions are available most days
Every CCW certification includes
- A copy of your certificate, plus everything you need to file with the state
- A written recap of the skills, drills, and language covered in your class
- Personal recommendations and next steps based on your session
Not sure which fits? Every session is customized to the individual, and it starts with a conversation.
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4-Hour Concealed Handgun Tactics and Safety
$400 + merchant fees
The class the certificate mills never mention: carrying a concealed handgun safely and effectively in the real world. For licensed carriers who want more than paperwork.
How it works
- Schedule a call. Book a short call on Stephen’s calendar. Tell him your experience level and what you want out of training. Every session is designed off that conversation.
- Get your session built for you. Stephen sets your date and builds the session around you. You train at Founders Shooting Club, a private indoor range in Fort Lauderdale. Exact directions come with your booking.
- Train and certify. Leave with real skills, and if you chose a CCW course, the certification you need for your Florida CWL application.
Who teaches you
Stephen L. Cohen has spent 32+ years in law enforcement at the senior operational level: SWAT, federal task force, dignitary protection. He is an NRA Law Enforcement certified firearms instructor and an approved training vendor for the Federal Reserve Police. Tactical U holds a 5.0 rating across 345 Google reviews.
Serving all of Palm Beach County
Private instruction is worth the drive when the session is built around you.
Palm Beach County students train with Tactical U all the time: the drive down I-95 is a normal part of it. Students come from West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Jupiter, Wellington, Palm Beach Gardens, Royal Palm Beach, Lake Worth, Greenacres, and Riviera Beach. Training is held at a private club in Fort Lauderdale so your session is never rushed by a public range crowd.
Palm Beach County concealed carry FAQ
Do I still need a Florida CWL under permitless carry?
You can carry concealed without a permit in Florida, but the CWL still matters: it is recognized in dozens of other states, it speeds up firearm purchases, and the training behind it is what actually prepares you to carry. Many students get certified for exactly those reasons.
I have never fired a gun. Can I start here?
Yes. First-time shooters are welcome in private sessions, and one-on-one instruction is the safest possible way to start.
Where does training happen?
At Founders Shooting Club, a private indoor range in Fort Lauderdale. Most Palm Beach County students drive it straight down I-95. You get exact directions when your session is booked.
What do I need to bring?
A valid ID and eye and ear protection if you have them. Firearm and gear rental is available case by case at $35, and ammunition is sold at market price.
Can my spouse or friends train with me?
Yes. Small group sessions run up to 4 shooters, priced by group size and experience. Schedule a call to set one up.
How fast can I get certified?
Private sessions are available most days, and the certification session itself takes 2 to 4 hours depending on the course you choose. Your certificate is issued when you complete it.
Contact Tactical U
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Tell Tactical U what you are trying to accomplish so we can route you to the right Florida CWL, private handgun, or defensive handgun training path.