Protect The Important
Whether you own guns for fun or protection, be safe, hit your target and stay
legal. We teach you how.
Instructor Certification
CRPA Basic Pistol Shooting
Designed for all experience levels. Learn safe handling, storage, aiming, and shooting techniques, along with an overview of California firearm laws.
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Pepper Spray for Personal Protection
Would you like a personal protection tool with you at all times but are not comfortable with a gun? Perhaps lethal force is not what you want? Non-lethal and extremely effective pepper spray may be the right answer for you.
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CRPA Personal Protection in the Home
Advance your defensive skills through practical training focused on protecting your home and loved ones.
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Build Confidence Through Responsible Training
At Protect The Important, our goal is to help individuals gain the confidence and responsibility that come with proper firearm education.
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Empowering Confidence Through Expert Training
Peter Bowman
PTI Training Team
Basic Pistol Shooting
CCW Prepration
Range Safety Officer
Personal Protection In Home
Refuse To Be A Victim
Basic Rifle Shooting
Find answers to popular questions
What kind of firearm training does Protect The Important offer?
At PTI, we provide hands-on firearm safety courses for beginners and advanced shooters.
Do I need prior experience to join a class?
No prior experience is needed. Our courses are designed to help new learners build confidence while ensuring safety and responsibility are top priorities.
Are the trainers certified?
Yes — every PTI instructor is certified by the National Rifle Association (NRA) and the California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA) to guarantee professional, accurate, and safe instruction.
Do you offer private or group sessions?
Yes! We provide private training, family safety sessions, and group workshops for both sport and personal protection needs.
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