Eddie Torres
Instructor # 1858274 | ARCHANGEL TRAINING ACADEMY, LLC
Certified with the USCCA since 1/23/2022
Certification Renewal Date 1/23/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Range Safety Officer
- Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
- Marksmanship Simplified: Foundations of Handgun Coaching
My Biography
Eddie J. Torres is a highly experienced security and firearms training instructor with over 41 years of shooting experience. He is certified by the State of Illinois and the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA). With more than 26 years in law enforcement, 30 years in the security field, and military experience, Eddie brings a deep, real-world understanding of firearm use, safety, and personal protection.
Eddie is deeply committed to educating the public on the safe, responsible, and proper handling of firearms—an essential skill set in today’s environment. He is also a strong advocate for the protection of Second Amendment rights as guaranteed by the United States Constitution.
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This is a class geared to the novice shooter. This class is recommended for those shooters who want to improve their shooting skills. The course begins with a review of firearm safety, range rules, shooting terminology, and moves quickly into shooting skills development.
Instructor will demonstrate to students to properly clean, lubricate and maintain a firearm
MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN RANGE FEE & EQUIPMENT INCLUDED
This class teaches our youth ages 8-16 how to respect, safely handle and shoot a pistol or rifle.
Class includes:
*Covering the 4 safety rules of handling a firearm
*Fundamentals of shooting (stance, grip, sighting, and trigger control with training guns)
The range portion will allow the students the opportunity to practice the above mentioned skills and build confidence with live fire shooting
CLASS GEARED TO NON-EXPERIENCED SHOOTERS RANGE FEE NOT INCLUDED *TRAINING FIREARM WILL BE PROVIDED
This course lays out the foundations for all future pistol training. Class includes: *Covering the 4 safety rules of handling a firearm *Range etiquette *Safely clearing and loading of a firearm *Fundamentals of shooting (stance, grip, sighting, and trigger control with training guns) *The functionality of a firearm
RANGE NOT INCLUDED
This course is for those who are comfortable with firearm safety & basic shooting principals.
RANGE FEE NOT INCLUDED*
Class includes: *Revolvers vs. Semi-Automatics *Bullets and Ballistics *Cycle of Operation *Common Malfunctions *Holsters & Concealed Carry *Establishing Personal Boundaries *Shooting Fundamentals Review *Addressing Multiple Targets
RANGE FEE NOT INCLUDED*
Price does not include range fee
NO RANGE
Class discussion includes: *Reasonable Force *Deadly Force *The Use of Force Continuum *How Will a Prosecutor Evaluate Your Case? *Defense of the Home *Defense of Property
NO RANGE
Class Discussion Includes: *The Physiology of Fight or Flight *Adrenaline & Endorphins *Visual Distortions *Auditory Distortions *Memory Distortions *The Attach *Evaluating Your Options *When You Are Left With No Other Choice *The Immediate Aftermath *When The Police Arrive *The Financial Aftermath
This Class Teaches beginning reloaders the basic knowledge, skill, and attitude necessary to safely reload metallic cartridges. Each student is taught reloading safety, centerfire cartridge component, using the reloading manual and reloading data, and the metallic cartridge reloading process.
Designed for beginners who want to learn the fundamentals of firearm safety and basic handling in a comfortable, supportive environment. This class covers essential safety rules, proper firearm operation, safe storage practices, and introductory handling techniques. No prior experience is required — just a willingness to learn. Perfect for anyone looking to build confidence and responsible habits around firearms.