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Specified Semiautomatic Firearms (SSF) CoursesColorado Senate Bill 25-003 Training


Starting August 1, 2026, Colorado requires eligible purchasers of certain semiautomatic firearms to complete state-certified training before they can buy. Makhaira Group is offering both certified SSF courses at Liberty Firearms Institute in Johnstown — serving Fort Collins, Greeley, Loveland, Longmont, Denver, and Northern Colorado.

Class dates are being finalized. Registration opens no later than July 15, 2026.
Not sure which course you need? Attend a free informational session — see below.

Which SSF Course Do You Need?

Colorado Senate Bill 25-003 establishes two training pathways based on whether you have completed a Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) Hunter Education course.

4-Hour SSF Course

  • For: Individuals who have completed a CPW-approved Hunter Education course
  • Length: 4 hours
  • Timing: Must be completed within 5 years of your qualifying firearm purchase
  • Prerequisite: Valid CPW Hunter Education certificate

12-Hr Extended SSF Course

  • For: Individuals who have NOT completed Hunter
    Education
  • Length: 12+ hours, delivered over a minimum of 2 days
  • Timing: Complete before purchasing a covered semiautomatic firearm
  • Prerequisite: None

Important: As of now, there are no exceptions. If you do not have your Hunter’s Safety card, you must take the 12-hour course.
Not sure which applies to you? Join a free informational session (see below) — no commitment required.

What Is Senate Bill 25-003?

Senate Bill 25-003 creates new training and eligibility requirements for individuals seeking to purchase certain semiautomatic firearms in Colorado. Beginning August 1, 2026, eligible purchasers must:

  • Complete a state-certified SSF training course approved by Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW)
  • Meet additional application requirements through their local Sheriff’s Office

The law applies to covered semiautomatic firearms as defined by CPW. For complete details on Senate Bill 25-003 requirements and the SSF training program, see below:

Colorado Parks and Wildlife — Specified Semiautomatic Firearms

Colorado Senate Bill 25-003 (Full Text)

Colorado Department of Revenue — Specified Semiautomatic Firearms List

Free Informational Sessions at Liberty Firearms Institute

Have questions about Senate Bill 25-003 or which course is right for you? Join us for a free, no-obligation information session at Liberty Firearms Institute in Johnstown, CO.

July 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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Liberty Firearms Institute — 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO 80534

July 25, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Liberty Firearms Institute — 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO 80534

Register for an SSF Course

Class dates are being finalized and will be posted no later than July 15, 2026. Serving Northern Colorado including Fort Collins, Greeley, Loveland, Longmont, Windsor, Wellington, and surrounding areas.

Why Train with Makhaira Group?

  • Larimer County Sheriff-verified instructors
  • Classes held at Liberty Firearms Institute, 4990 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Johnstown, CO 80534
  • Trusted by gun owners across Fort Collins, Greeley, Loveland, Longmont, Boulder, Denver, Aurora, Westminster, and Centennial
  • CPW-approved and compliant with Senate Bill 25-003 requirements