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Chuck Norton

Instructor # 1341776 | Liberty Defensive Training LLC

Certified with the USCCA since 12/2/2018

Certification Renewal Date 12/2/2026

  • chuck@libertycpl.com
  • (734) 512-6625

Riverview , MI, 48193

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USCCA Certifications

  • Concealed Carry & Home Defense
  • Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
  • Countering the Mass Shooter

My Biography

Mr. Chuck Norton, a USCCA-certified firearms instructor, brings 35 years of expertise in pistol shooting, holding certifications in concealed carry, home defense, women's handgun fundamentals, and active shooter response training. Alongside his wife, Gina, he co-founded Liberty Defensive Training, an organization dedicated to providing high-quality, safety-focused instruction to the community. Since its inception, he has educated over 7,000 students, primarily through Liberty's Home Defense and Concealed Carry programs.

The organization's core mission is to equip domestic violence survivors with the necessary skills and confidence for self-protection, offered entirely free of charge. Furthermore, Liberty Defensive Training provides complimentary child safety classes for individuals aged 5–12, conducts situational awareness seminars, and delivers specialized training for church security teams, real estate professionals, and legal firms. Mr. Norton is recognized for his patient and practical teaching methodology, emphasizing safety, mindset, and practical preparedness. He customizes instruction to each student's current skill level, fostering competence incrementally with a focus on responsibility, respect, and demonstrable advancement.

Current Classes Available

  • Mon, Nov. 2, 2026 8:00 AM

    Michigan CPL

    with Chuck Norton
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    Liberty Defensive Training LLC
    Lincoln Park, MI

    $74.99

      Sat, Nov. 7, 2026 8:00 AM

      Michigan CPL

      with Chuck Norton
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      Liberty Defensive Training LLC
      Lincoln Park, MI

      $74.99

        Mon, Nov. 9, 2026 8:00 AM

        Michigan CPL

        with Chuck Norton
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        Liberty Defensive Training LLC
        Lincoln Park, MI

        $74.99

          Fri, Nov. 13, 2026 8:00 AM

          Michigan CPL

          with Chuck Norton
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          Liberty Defensive Training LLC
          Lincoln Park, MI

          $74.99

            Mon, Nov. 16, 2026 8:00 AM

            Michigan CPL

            with Chuck Norton
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            Liberty Defensive Training LLC
            Lincoln Park, MI

            $74.99

              Sat, Nov. 21, 2026 8:00 AM

              Michigan CPL

              with Chuck Norton
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              Liberty Defensive Training LLC
              Lincoln Park, MI

              $74.99

              • Fri, Oct. 16, 2026 8:00 AM

                Home Defense Concealed Carry class

                with Chuck Norton
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                Liberty Defensive Training LLC
                Livonia, MI

                $80

                Mon, Oct. 19, 2026 8:00 AM

                Home Defense Concealed Carry class

                with Chuck Norton
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                Liberty Defensive Training LLC
                Livonia, MI

                $80

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              This course provides the requisite certification and training for individuals seeking to apply for a Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL). For residents of Wayne County, we offer an expedited appointment scheduling service through our advanced program, which identifies and notifies clients of earlier availability.

              We are living in a time, where we a Nation have sold record number of firearms. We feel it is our duty, to help make the new gun owners feel safe and be able to answer their questions when it comes to firearms. That is why we are offering a Handgun cleaning class, this class is taught by firearm experts. You will leave the class with your own pistol kit that you can keep.

              Church Security team for countering Mass Shooters

              This class will teach proper safety protocols on how to safely handle a Sig Sauer .22 caliber pistol with a parent or guardian present at all times. This class is totally free of charge; it is our way of ensuring everyone is safe when it comes to firearms while also being able to experience a great new sport.

              An introduction how to properly use a handgun

              We make it available for your Church Security Team to have a record of coming to us, to qualify for your Church Security team. We will keep detailed records of your Team. In the event that your team needs documentation.

              Class Description: Kids’ Safety Adventure – “Stop, Don’t Touch, Run, Tell!” Free Child Safety Class for Ages 5–11 Join us for a fun, interactive, and empowering safety class designed specifically for children ages 5–11! This engaging program teaches kids simple, memorable rules they can use to stay safe in everyday situations, especially around firearms or when they encounter something unfamiliar or potentially unsafe. What Your Child Will Learn: Stop: Recognize when something doesn’t feel right and pause immediately. Don’t Touch: Understand why they should never touch guns, unfamiliar objects, or anything that could be dangerous. Run Away: Safely get away from the situation as quickly as possible. Tell an Adult: Confidently report what happened to a trusted grown-up right away. These four simple steps (“Stop, Don’t Touch, Run, Tell”) give kids clear, age-appropriate tools to help them make smart choices and stay safe. Fun Activities Include: Role-playing scenarios in a safe, supportive environment Conversations that reinforce the safety rules Watching the classic Eddie the Eagle firearm safety video from the NRA (a kid-friendly animated story featuring Eddie the Eagle who teaches children the “Stop! Don’t Touch! Run! Tell!” message) The class is hands-on, positive, and designed to build confidence without scaring children. We use age-appropriate language, visuals, and plenty of encouragement so kids feel strong and prepared. Details: Age Range: 5–11 years old Location: Uncoiled Firearms 30305 Schoolcraft Livonia, MI 48150 Duration: Approximately 45–60 minutes Cost: Completely FREE This class is perfect for parents who want to equip their children with essential safety knowledge in a friendly, non-frightening way. Space is limited—please register early! To register or for more information, contact: Help your child gain lifelong safety skills while having fun with Eddie the Eagle and our friendly instructors!

              OverviewLevel 1: Foundation Qualification Prerequisites: Completion of online coursework (Handgun Safety, Marksmanship Fundamentals, and Children’s Firearms & Safety Fundamentals) is recommended but optional. Course of Fire: A series of basic handgun marksmanship challenges (no time limits) designed to test accuracy at 3, 5, 7, 10, and 15 yards. Success Criteria: Students must land 70% (35 of 50) of shots inside the 8-inch center circle

              USCCA Level 2 Protector Academy Qualification Price: $125.00 | Capacity: 10 Classroom: 1 hour | Range: 2 hours Overview Level 2 builds on Level 1 and confirms you can safely and efficiently load, unload, reload, clear malfunctions, and accurately engage a target under time pressure at a realistic self-defense distance (3 yards). Optional online courses (Defensive Shooting Concepts and Emergency First-Aid Fundamentals) are recommended but not required. You will complete a three-hour in-person course with a certified instructor, then log it in your Protector Academy account. Qualification Requirements Competency check (untimed): Load, unload, and show clear with snap caps (3 reps). Three timed drills on the USCCA Universal Target (8-inch center circle). First run of each is a warm-up; the next two count. All hits must be inside the 8-inch circle. Key safety rules Face the target before picking up the firearm. Secure a proper grip with the barrel pointed downrange before chambering a round. Drills (all at 3 yards) Part 1 – Load & Shoot: Load 3 rounds, fire them → ≤ 6 seconds (2 timed reps) Part 2 – Reload: Fire 3, reload, fire 3 → ≤ 12 seconds (2 timed reps) Part 3 – Malfunction + Reload: Magazines contain 3 live + 1 snap cap; clear malfunctions with tap-rack as needed, fire 6 total → ≤ 15 seconds (2 timed reps) Pass all timed drills with 100 % accuracy inside the circle and you qualify. If not, an instructor can help you correct issues and retest. Materials: USCCA Universal Target, 15 rounds, 2 snap caps, 2 magazines, shot timer (instructor-supplied).

              LEVEL 03 QUALIFICATION In addition to Level 01 and Level 02 Qualifications, your student has potentially completed the Emergency Preparedness Fundamentals, Countering the Mass Shooter Threat and USCCA LaserTRAIN classes online. The student has covered topics such as what “emergency preparedness” is and why it’s needed, and he or she has had the opportunity to analyze data from 48 mass shootings to develop a critical eye for self-defense situations. The student is now ready for Level 03 Qualification. Please note that the completion of these online courses is optional. REQUIREMENTS: Take a six-hour live-fire firearms course with a certified firearms instructor. Add your course into your Protector Academy™ account after completion. SUCCESS CRITERIA: You must complete each drill within the time allotted. Additionally, you must hit all designated target areas on your USCCA Universal Target based on the requirements for each drill. COURSE OF FIRE: You will complete a series of drills meant to test your speed and precision. Each drill will be timed. You MUST be facing downrange at your target BEFORE you fire. You MUST begin each drill from the HIGH-COMPRESSED-READY position, with your gun’s barrel pointing downrange. MATERIALS NEEDED: USCCA Universal Target with 5.5-inch high-center-chest square 27 rounds 1-2 magazines Shot timer THESE ARE THE REQUIREMENTS THAT THE STUDENT WILL RECEIVE: www.USCCAInstructors.com DRILL SET 1: SPEED-FOCUSED You must complete these drills within the time allotted and with 100% of your hits inside the 5.5-inch high-center-chest square of your target. Load five rounds into each magazine. You will complete this course of fire twice, with the first attempt serving as a warmup. 3-YARD SPEED DRILL Place your target 3 yards downrange. While facing your target, assume the high-compressed-ready position, with the barrel of your firearm pointing downrange at your target. Insert one five-round magazine and chamber a round. Start the drill and timer. Engage your target by firing all five rounds at the high-center-chest square. Clear the firearm and return it to the table. 5-YARD SPEED DRILL Place your target 5 yards downrange. Repeat the steps you already executed from 3 yards. Clear the firearm and return it to the table. 7-YARD SPEED DRILL Place your target 7 yards downrange. Repeat the steps you already executed from 5 yards. Clear the firearm and return it to the table. First time through: Warmup Second time through: Qualification REQUIRED TIMES FOR DRILL SET 1: 3-Yard Speed Drill: 100% hits in 2 seconds 5-Yard Speed Drill: 100% hits in 3 seconds 7-Yard Speed Drill: 100% hits in 5 seconds DRILL SET 2: PRECISION-FOCUSED There is no time limit. You must hit each numbered target zone in numerical order before moving on to the next, and you must successfully complete this task at the 3-yard line before moving to the 5-yard line. 3-YARD DRILL Load one magazine with six rounds. Place your target 3 yards downrange. While facing your target, assume the high-compressed-ready position, with the barrel of your firearm pointing downrange at your target. Insert your magazine and chamber a round. www.USCCAInstructors.com Start the drill. Fire one round into each numbered target zone in numerical order. Come back to the high-compressed-ready position between each shot. Proceed to the next numbered target zone only after you have hit the one before it. Any miss ends the drill at that point. You do not pass that qualification attempt and must start over from the beginning. Clear the firearm and return it to the table. 5-YARD DRILL Load one magazine with six rounds. Repeat the previous drill but with your target placed at 5 yards downrange. Clear the firearm and return it to the table. ASSESSMENT: If you successfully placed 100% of your shots into the high-center-chest square of your target at both distances in the allotted times in Drill Set 1 (speed-focused) and if you hit all six numbered target zones on your target at both distances without a miss in Drill Set 2 (precision-focused), you have completed your Level 03 USCCA Qualification.

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