Paula,paula wrote:I know that many CHL classes and instructors may be more socially conservative and unwelcoming of someone who is openly different.
I took my class in June... I live in the Houston area and my class was a good representation of the good people of Harris County. We were 20 students, roughly 60% male and 40% female; whites, blacks, hispanics (me been one) and one asian; young (mid 20's) and middle-age (50+).
There is a lot of material packed into the 10 hr class, and frankly you don't have much time to mingle with the other students. The instructors kept us on task and on track. I only crossed words with the guy and gal sitting next to me, mainly because they were curious about my firearm.
However, I understand your concern... perhaps it's worth talking to the instructor before signing up for the class, just to kinda check him/her out. Also, Austin is not the cradle of Conservative America, so I would think there are plenty of places that will suit your needs.