If you are new to shooting or have recently completed an Intro Handgun class and/or are planning to get your Illinois Concealed Carry License, then this is a good class for you. This course will apply the fundamentals of handgun manipulation into physical gun handling skills, including how to move and handled loaded handguns. This is also a great refresher course on the basics to improve shooting performance.
PLEASE NOTE: You do not need to own a firearm for this course. We understand that deciding on a firearm is a big decision, and we are happy to provide one for you free of charge. You just need to know how to be safe with a handgun, and know the fundamentals of how to shoot, such as from an Intro Handgun class or similar. Please call us to inquire and reserve a firearm.
How to be Safe with my Handgun & Defend Myself
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Suitable handgun (Please call us if you need to use one of our firearms).
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At least 2 magazines (see above).
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200 rounds of ammunition (minimum). Ammunition may be purchased at a class discount for the course.
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Eye and ear protection. Please let us know if you need this. Eye protection can be very reasonably purchased at Shore, and we can provide loaner hearing protection.
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