Concealed Carry Classes - Gun Class Utah

435-817-9184

Hi everyone, I am Phil Snyder, I am licensed by Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) to teach the Utah Concealed Firearm Permit course. This 4-hour course is required for anyone age 18 and older that want to get the Utah Concealed Carry Permit, which is valid in 37 states and 31 states if you are a Utah Resident.

I am a retired Utah Law enforcement officer and teach students from real-life experiences both on and off the job as someone that has carried most of my life. Many well intended carriers have gotten into some legal trouble over either mishandling of firearms or drawing it, or worse using it in cases where they should not have been. Let me answer questions and provide real life scenarios so you don’t make that mistake.

As an option but not required by Utah BCI and for a reasonable fee, I can add on your shooting proficiency test. This shooting test is a 50 round, timed test, done at 3, 7 and 15 yards, (as illustrated in this photo to your left. This well-known test, will let me know if you are safe handling a gun, while loading and unloading for your own peace of mind. Contact me before class if you want to add this in, so I can prepare for it that day.

My class takes about four hours to complete. Many students like the convenience of having their fingerprints, application and photo taken right in class, having everything you need to submit your application to BCI leaving you nothing else to do but wait for that approved permit to arrive.

I do private and group classes to your home or office for your convenience, contact me for a quote for anywhere in Utah you may be

Take the Utah or Texas handgun proficiency qualification during an in person class

"Phil is a great and thorough instructor. He has a positive energy and makes sure you know everything you need to know so that you’re comfortable and prepared to carry/conceal carry".

"I had an absolutely great experience with Phil in the CCW and NRA Basic Pistol course. Phil is an excellent teacher in class and awesome instructor at the range. I gained a ton of knowledge and confidence in the classes. His skills and expertise are first class for sure. I'm so happy I took these courses. Thank you so much Phil!!"

"This was such a great informative class!! Phil did an excellent job at educating the class! He is super friendly and made the class very entertaining while also very informative!! You can tell that he cares deeply about what he does and loves his job! I HIGHLY recommend him!!!"

"Phenomenal experience! Phil Snyder is a retired police officer and is able to provide the “law enforcement mind” aspect to the carry class which is extremely beneficial! It makes sense to take a carry class from a person with his experience. I’ve heard that other carry classes can be a bore- but not this one! Phil takes the time to role play, [and] gives real life examples."

"My wife and I very much enjoyed the class. It was very informative as to governing law. Hearing on point examples pulled from Phil's personal law enforcement experience reinforced what we were learning. We highly recommend it for anyone interested in obtaining a Utah Concealed Carry permit.

My daughter and I both took the pistol class as well. It was awesome!! From someone who has never handled a firearm I appreciated all the hands-on stuff taught in this class. The instructor is amazing both in the classroom and at the range. We got some good shots to pass our test. I would highly recommend this class!!

"Awesome instructor that answered all questions with great information. Very hands on with pistol safety and education. Would recommend to anyone"

Very informative and a great instructor. All of our classes have been smaller which meant more one on one interaction. If you are interested in getting your concealed carry permit this is where you want to start. Once you finish this I highly recommend signing up for one of the NRA Firearms Classes.

"Really good class, not your normal “death by PowerPoint” bs. Instructor Phil used many past experiences as examples to help us to understand the laws involving self defense and gun use. Phil knows his craft and really cares about gun safety Highly recommended👍👍"

"Knowledgeable and experienced instructor. With small class size, was able to get all my questions answered. Everything needed was available; photos, fingerprints, application, etc. All delivered to state agency providing permit"

"I took the concealed carry course along with the basic pistol range class at the beginning of December. I highly recommend both classes. Phil is a knowledgeable instructor, and I left with a good understanding of UT concealed carry laws."

"Phil is absolutely class. Wonderful class and experience. Would highly recommend to new/advanced shooters. Phil provides a fantastic platform of basic/advanced conceal teachings. As well as intricate discussions that will provide you with every bit of knowledge you need to become a valid CCW."

"Really hands on with training, the instructor is retired law enforcement and really interacts with the students and conducts role-play for students to have a better understanding"

"Really great environment and the class was a lot more fun than I would have thought. Definitely not your traditional course."

"I appreciated the hands on training. His knowledge and experience is vast . This course is definitely beneficial and recommended. He has helped me to under the basics and fundamentals of operating a handgun. I will be attending more of his classes.i believe everyone should have a class like this at least once in their adulthood. Two thumbs up for me."

"Great place and an awesome class! The instructor was extremely helpful, patient, and answered all my questions. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for a class with a more personal feel!"

"Phil’s class has been so much fun! He’s knowledgeable about the required contents. Also his scenario teaching is of great help for us to understand the law requirements and remember them well. Excellent class and will surely suggest it to family and friends."

"Great class! Very informative, and personal. I was able to get answers to specific questions I had. I also learned new aspects of handling a handgun. Good atmosphere. I would recommend to people of all skill levels."

"Phil was a great instructor and very informative. Would definitely take classes from him again!!"

"This was a great class !!! The instructor Phil was very knowledgeable. There was alot of hands on training with the fire arms loading and unloading and clearing malfunctions. Phil also does a good job of making you feel comfortable with asking questions.Highly recommended it especially with first time gun owners. Great class overall all"

"Awesome pistol class, at the end of it not only did I manage to get my groups done, but managed to understand my flaws and how to correct them this was amazing"

"Phil provided a very entertaining class and covered a lot of material. There were lots of questions about particular holsters and gear set up for concealed carry that he answered very well. The information was greatly appreciated. I would not hesitate to recommend this class!"

"Great presentation. I learned a lot. It was not just a lecture type but more hands on. Involved everyone in the learning process. I recommend this class."

"Phil's class was smooth, on time, and taught us a lot of extra items which made us think. As a bonus, it was fun"

"Had an awesome class today. Phil made the class fun and gave some hands on instruction. Very pleased with how the class went."

"I thought the hands on experience was the best. Very detailed and now I'm going to sign up for a pistol class. Would highly recommend attending Phils class."

"Very great and informative class for Utah CCW. Definitely recommend to anybody trying to get their CCW."

"Great class, learned a lot and loved to hear the stories from a retired officer!"

"Great class. Phil is very knowledgeable and a great speaker. I was glad to have picked this class. I am going to take pistol training with him as well."

"The class we took was great Phil took the time to answer our questions. Phil really cares about making sure we are safe and prepared. He made the class fun and interactive. Also where no one else has appointments he holds classes every week I highly reccomend him."

"I was very impressed with Phil's lessons very knowledgeable very comfortable at his home very relaxed enjoyed myself and again it was very knowledgeable I learned a lot thanks again Phil"

"This guy knows his stuff. Very thorough, I'd recommend him to anyone wanting to get certified by someone who knows the laws. Great hands on training"

" had a lot of question that he knowledgeably and confidently answered. Knew what he was doing for sure!

" had a lot of question that he knowledgeably and confidently answered. Knew what he was doing for sure!"

"Phil puts on a very good class and is very knowledgeable in what he teaches."

"Phil is an excellent CFP instructor and creates a positive interactive learning environment. I highly recommend Phil to anyone looking to get their CFP."

"Thank you for the class we attended yesterday. It was very informative and I appreciate the time and detail to all of our questions. I would recommend this class to everyone."

"The instructor Phil was very knowledgeable. All of his experience plays a big part on the way he teaches. He doesn’t just read from a book. The real life scenarios make this more then just a class. Phil was very easy to communicate with and to set up a time. I’m very glad I went and would definitely recommend."

"Patient, outgoing instructor. Used him for form 4 NFA fingerprints and photos."

"THANK YOU Phil for your service!.. I really enjoyed my class! Very informative, and he really challenged me to ask questions. The first hand experience helped me feel more confident. Especially the importance of what I can and cannot do while carrying and proper gear that best suited for me. I look forward to learning more real soon."

"Phil was great in explaining things. His knowledge and experience was helpful for us to understand certain scenarios and situations."

"Phil is amazing he is really knowledgeable and class is worth taking it. I really love it and learn alot of know thing and got comfortable with all the knowledgeable he teaches."

"Very knowledgeable and professional. I learned everything I need to know to feel comfortable carrying a firearm."

"My wife and I took the class. Phil did an amazing job going over things as well as answering all the questions and situational questions we had"

"He’s a good teacher and takes his time when needed."

"Phil taught a wonderful class! He is very knowledgeable and professional. He has a great sense of humor and if doesn't know the answer to your question he will do his best to find out and get back to you! I'm so glad I took his class!!"

"Phil teaches a great class. Very informative and personable with real life examples and hands on knowledge. I definitely plan to reach out and schedule more advanced classes and lessons. Thanks, Phil!"

"Very well taught. Great information and real life examples. Your one stop shop for your concealed carry permit"

"I loved the class! Phil is very personable and keeps the class interesting with personal stories and examples. We had lots of hands-on practice, which is exactly what I wanted. I definitely recommend!"

"This was a great hands-on realistic class. The focus was on real life situations and laws that will help keep you and your loved ones safe, both physically and also within the law."

"I loved the class! Phil is very personable and keeps the class interesting with personal stories and examples. We had lots of hands-on practice, which is exactly what I wanted. I definitely recommend!"

"Phil is an awesome instructor. He is very knowledgeable about UT gun laws. He is very thorough and detailed with real life situation/scenarios"

"Highly recommend taking this course. Instructor was professional and very detailed. Has a lot of experience under his belt. I recommend taking the range training"

"A very informative class that I highly recommend especially adding in the range option."

"Great class, very informative. I feel way more comfortable carrying after taking this class"

"Very informative, the instructor has real life experience and understanding of the current concealed carry laws. I was the only one to show up to the class I chose and he still ran the class just for me. Overall good experience".

"Phil gave great insight into CC laws backed up with personal experience. His knowledge and professionalism is appreciated. Even though Utah allows non permitted CC I strongly suggest if you're going to carry take Phil's class."

"Phil is an excellent instructor, and I really enjoyed his class. He goes over a lot of things, but what I enjoyed the most. Is that he stresses the importance of the laws. Pay close attention, and you will learn a lot from phil. I plan to take his class on rifles. I was very pleased with his class!"

"Great instructor, taught from experience, related materials from Utah law, knowledgeable in firearms. Great atmosphere to learn. Highly recommended this course. You snooze you lose.take the course.. could save you court time and may save your life!! DAVILA"

"Phil is very knowledgeable and patient. I encourage everyone to take this course, even if you are experienced. He stresses safety!"

"I took Phil's concealed carry class, the law can be tricky to read correctly and he helped me see it clearly. He was welcoming and knowledgable. Phil commits to his customers and follows through to ensure they have the best training. I highly recommend training with Phil!"

"Great class! I learned a lot of things that I didn’t know and the range instruction was very helpful."

"Great instruction, goes over the necessary and relevant laws for Utah CCW"

"Good class covering Concealed Carry. Information was presented very well. Instructor is very knowledgeable and thorough. Props were very good as well as demonstrations on how to carry."

"Great class with a great teacher. Covered all basics but also kept the class engaged and involved. For warning the cost of the class does not cover cost of the license. Not a big deal but something to be aware of."