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Libby Pelka

Instructor # 2482520 |

Certified with the USCCA since 12/4/2023

Certification Renewal Date 12/4/2026

  • lcpelka@gmail.com
  • (630) 880-5241

Elgin, IL, 60124

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USCCA Certifications

  • Concealed Carry & Home Defense

My Biography

A Girl & A Gun Facilitator - Fox Valley Chapter USCCA Certified Pistol Instructor NRA/RSO Certified Heartsaver First Aid, CPR, AED Stop the Bleed

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This 16 hour Illinois Concealed Carry meets the minimum requirements for an Illinois Concealed Carry License

Day 1 we will be classroom time and focus on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc.

Day 2 (required for new/renewing license) - will be classroom time and focuses on the legalities of carrying a concealed firearm in Illinois and personal responsibilities of the licensee. Will include shooting qualification at local range.

USCCA Concealed Carry Home Defense Fundamentals Textbook $30 (optional/please request)

Successful completion of this course allows the student to apply for a CCW permit renewal in Illinois.

This 16 hour Illinois Concealed Carry meets the minimum requirements for an Illinois Concealed Carry License

This is the class for Day 1 We will be classroom time and focus on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc.

NOTE: Day 2 will be offered on a different day, or email to inquire about available dates. (required for new/renewing license) - will be classroom time and focuses on the legalities of carrying a concealed firearm in Illinois and personal responsibilities of the licensee. Will include shooting qualification at local range.

USCCA Concealed Carry Home Defense Fundamentals Textbook $30 (optional/please request)

This 16 hour Illinois Concealed Carry meets the minimum requirements for an Illinois Concealed Carry License

This is the class for Day 2 (required for new/renewing license) - will be classroom time and focuses on the legalities of carrying a concealed firearm in Illinois and personal responsibilities of the licensee. Will include shooting qualification at local range.

We will be classroom time and focus on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc.

NOTE: Day 1 will be offered on a different day, or email to inquire about available dates. We will be classroom time and focus on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc.

USCCA Concealed Carry Home Defense Fundamentals Textbook $30 (optional/please request)

The very first concept taught in this course is the four universal safety rules of firearms. From there, you'll learn important fundamentals like the procedures involved in properly clearing semi-automatic handguns and revolvers, different types of firearm platforms such as shotguns and AR's, non-lethal ...defense weapons like tasers and pepper spray, the intricacies of revolvers, and additional safety considerations to be be aware of should the worst happen.

This course will help you to see the holistic picture of self-protection. What in your life is worth protecting? Car? Purse? Home? Family? At its most basic level, a personal & home-protection plan is designed to help keep you physically, legally, financially and morally safe.

This 16 hour Illinois Concealed Carry class meets the minimum requirements for an Illinois Concealed Carry License

This is the class for Day 1 of 4. This will be classroom time and focuses on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc.

NOTE: Day 2-4 will be offered on different days, (see other class listings or email to inquire about available dates) Subsequent classes will focus on remaining requirements needed to complete the IL CCL Certification.

USCCA Concealed Carry Home Defense Fundamentals Textbook $30 (optional/please request)

This 16 hour Illinois Concealed Carry class meets the minimum requirements for an Illinois Concealed Carry License

This is the class for Day 2 of 4. This will be classroom time and focuses on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc.

NOTE: Day 1-4 will be offered on different days, (see other class listings or email to inquire about available dates) Subsequent classes will focus on remaining requirements needed to complete the IL CCL Certification.

USCCA Concealed Carry Home Defense Fundamentals Textbook $30 (optional/please request)

This 16 hour Illinois Concealed Carry class meets the minimum requirements for an Illinois Concealed Carry License

This is the class for Day 3 of 4. This will be classroom time and focuses on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc.

NOTE: Day 1-4 will be offered on different days, (see other class listings or email to inquire about available dates) Subsequent classes will focus on remaining requirements needed to complete the IL CCL Certification.

USCCA Concealed Carry Home Defense Fundamentals Textbook $30 (optional/please request)

This 16 hour Illinois Concealed Carry class meets the minimum requirements for an Illinois Concealed Carry License

This is the class for Day 4 of 4. This will be classroom time and focuses on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc. 1 hour Range Qualification to be completed this day.

NOTE: Day 1-4 will be offered on different days, (see other class listings or email to inquire about available dates) Subsequent classes will focus on remaining requirements needed to complete the IL CCL Certification.

USCCA Concealed Carry Home Defense Fundamentals Textbook $30 (optional/please request)

This 16 hour Illinois Concealed Carry class meets the minimum requirements for an Illinois Concealed Carry License

This is class divided into 4-days, 4hour per day to meet the full 16 hour class. Please review all dates to assure you can attend.

These will all be classroom times and will focus on major handgun components and actions, proper loading and handling, correct aiming technique, major differences in ammunition, cleaning and storage, etc.

The final day (required for new/renewing license) - will be classroom time and focuses on the legalities of carrying a concealed firearm in Illinois and personal responsibilities of the licensee. Will include shooting qualification at local range.

USCCA Concealed Carry Home Defense Fundamentals Textbook $30 (optional/please request)

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    • Joseph Pelka

      Elgin, Illinois

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    "Great class with very knowledgeable instructors. Highly reccomend to anyone looking to obtain their CCL. "

    Submitted on Sun, Oct. 18, 2026 by Brendon C.

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    • Joseph Pelka

      Elgin, Illinois

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    "Excellent renewal class with highly skilled instructors! Thank you!"

    Submitted on Sun, Jun. 21, 2026 by Jen M.

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    • Joseph Pelka

      Elgin, Illinois

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    "Excellent class, great instructor!!"

    Submitted on Sun, May. 31, 2026 by Shawn M.

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