You own a pistol. Maybe you carry it. But if you're honest, taking it apart still makes you a little nervous, and you're never quite sure you're cleaning it the right way. So it sits in the safe longer than it should, and you've got a shelf of solvents and oils you only half understand.

This class fixes that.

In one afternoon, with your hands on your own firearm the whole time, you'll learn to field strip it, see how every part works, and clean it the right way. No guessing. No shelf full of chemicals.

Who's Leading the Class?

Alisha Curtin is one of the most sought-after firearms trainers in San Diego. With years of hands-on training experience and a no-nonsense approach, she's built a reputation for making firearms education clear, practical, and approachable — without dumbing anything down. You may know her as a co-host on Gun Owners Radio. In this class, she's the instructor.

Desi Bergman is the Program Director at Not Me California and an NRA Certified Pistol Instructor and Range Safety Officer. Her whole mission is helping people build the knowledge and confidence to actually protect themselves — and that starts with understanding the firearm you're carrying. She carries an M&P Shield 9mm and knows this material cold.