Permit to Carry Class Serving Rochester
- $80, range fees included
- Free firearm, eye and ear protection if needed
- No experience needed
Three Ways to Train From Rochester
Every option meets Minnesota's training requirement for a permit to carry. Pick the one that fits your week.
In person in Dodge Center
One weekend day, 9 am to 2:30 pm, at The Annadine, 16 West Main Street in Dodge Center. Classroom and live fire are done the same day, and you leave with your certificate.
Register in personOnline, then range in Kasson
Do the classroom portion online, at your own pace. Then book a short range qualification in Kasson, which sits between Rochester and Dodge Center. Range times are open most nights and some weekends.
Start the online classA private class for your group
Have 8 or more coworkers, friends or family members in the Rochester area? I can bring a private class to your location or host it at mine. Text or email me for a quote.
Private class detailsWhat You Get for $80
The price is the same whether you come to Dodge Center or train online.
- $80, range fees included. Same price in person or online. No hidden fees.
- Free gear if you need it. If you do not have a firearm, eye or ear protection, we can provide some free of charge. If you use one of our handguns, ammo is provided. If you bring your own handgun, please bring 10 rounds of your own ammo.
- No experience needed. The shooting part is not a marksmanship test. It shows you can run a handgun safely and hit the target.
- Military and first responder discounts available.
- Satisfaction guarantee. If you aren't happy, you owe nothing, or I refund you in full if you pre-paid.
- Cancel any time. 24 hours' notice is appreciated so I can offer the seat to someone else.
Every student also gets lifetime support. If a question comes up after class, I'm a text or email away.
What the Class Covers
Minnesota law says the training has to cover pistol fundamentals, a live-fire qualification and the legal side of carry and self-defense. The class covers these topics.
- Personal Protection Plans
- Handgun Basics and Selection
- Handgun Fundamentals
- Self-Defense Laws, including the Use of Lethal Force
- The Aftermath
- Minnesota Carry Laws
- Gear Selection
- Range Qualification
After Class: Applying in Olmsted County
If you live in Rochester or anywhere else in Olmsted County, you apply with the Olmsted County Sheriff's Office. Here's what their page says today:
- By appointment only. You book your time online from the county page.
- Have your application ready. Bring the completed BCA application (PDF), or the county will ask you to reschedule.
- Fees. $100 for a new permit and $75 for a renewal. Cash or check only.
Your training certificate needs to be dated within one year of your application. The sheriff then has 30 days to issue or deny the permit. My step-by-step permit guide covers the full list of what to bring.
Sources: Minn. Stat. 624.714, subd. 2a and 6, and the Olmsted County firearm permits page. Fees and steps can change, so check the county page before you go.
Upcoming In-Person Classes
These are my public class dates. Dodge Center is the closest location to Rochester.
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
Rochester Class Questions
Do you hold permit to carry classes in Rochester?
My public classes are in Dodge Center, about 30 minutes west of Rochester, and in Winona. If you have a group of 8 or more, I can bring a private class to your location. See the private class page.
Will the Olmsted County Sheriff accept this class?
Yes. Minnesota law says a sheriff must accept training from a certified instructor that covers pistol fundamentals, a shooting qualification and the legal basics. Precision Plus is a MN BCA Certified Training Organization. See Minn. Stat. 624.714, subd. 2a.
Can I do the training online if I live in Rochester?
Yes. The classroom portion is BCA approved and done online at your own pace. You finish with a short range qualification in Kasson. Book a range time here.
Where do Rochester residents apply for the permit?
With the Olmsted County Sheriff's Office, by appointment only. Book online through the county's firearm permits page and bring your completed application, a copy of your training certificate and a copy of your photo ID.
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Ready to Get Your Permit?
Pick a weekend class in Dodge Center or start online today. Questions first? Text or email me. Text is best.