Christina Darnall
Instructor # 4020783 | Darnall Gun Works & Ranges
Certified with the USCCA since 3/23/2025
Certification Renewal Date 3/23/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Non-Lethal Program - Certified Instructor
- Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
- Emergency & First Aid
- Countering the Mass Shooter
My Biography
USCCA CCHDF Instructor Certified NRA Basic Pistol NRA Instructor Personal Protection in the Home Instructor Personal Protection Outside the Home Instructor Certified Refuse to be a Victim Illinois State Police Instructor (Conceal Carry 16 hr., Conceal Carry 8 hr., Conceal Carry Renewal 3 hr.) Classified NRA “Master” Shooter Private Instructor = one on one training NRA Range Officer USPSA Range Officer Steel Challenge Range Officer SASS Range Officer NRA Certified Rifle Coach (R1) NRA Youth Camp (President) – specialized in youth safety training (4 days) Certified Mag-40 (Massed Ayoob) – completed an intensive 40-hour program encompassing the legal and ethical parameters of the use of lethal force and deadly weapons by private citizens in defense of themselves and others within the mantle of their protection, including the use of the defensive handgun under stress with an overall emphasis on safety and fast, accurate shot placement.
Current Classes Available
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Conceal Carry Renewal Class that meets state requirements.
Conceal Carry Renewal Class that meets state requirements.
This 16 Hour Conceal Carry class will meet your Illinois State requirement.
Conceal Carry Renewal Class that meets state requirements.
You will shoot THREE firearms(22 cal., 39 spec., 9mm) and we will provide all the ammo for the three firearms.
Learn what to expect and what is needed for your first firearms purchase, your first trip to the range, and how to progress forward with different live-fire training opportunities within the firearms community. This course highlights the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential for selecting, safely handling, storing and cleaning a firearm. This interactive class is about 3 hours in length and is a great introduction to the important aspects of owning a firearm.
Illinois recognizes up to 8 hours of prior military training toward the required 16-hour course for eligible veterans and active-duty personnel.
What You'll Learn
This 16 Hour Conceal Carry class will meet your Illinois State requirement.
Cancellation Policy: 1. There are NO REFUNDS. 2. Rescheduling fee is $25.00
What We'll Teach Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Lessons:
Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan Self-Defense Firearms Basics Shooting Fundamentals Gear and Gadgets The Legal Use of Force Violent Encounters and the Aftermath Basic and Advanced Skills Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters
Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.
This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.
In the real world, few threatening encounters are static in nature. So it is important that you train for the real world, not just for the range.
- 5 Point Draw From Holster
- Use of the Position SUL
- Stationary Engagements from the Right, Left and Rear
- Engagements to Right, Left and the Rear while moving
- Responding to a threat from the Rear
- Barricade Shooting
- Movement and Engagement Drills
- This class is an interactive class where all who attend are encouraged to share ideas.
Join us for a hands-on educational class designed to help shooters build consistent accuracy through safe and proven techniques.
- 5 Position Draw from Holster
- The Wobble Zone
- The "CUP" Drill
- 3,6,9 Drill
- Diminishing Dot Drill
- Other Drills if Time Permits
Advanced Tactical Training For Closure Quarters
- Legal consideration - use of force in the home
- Proper weapons handling: muzzle and trigger finger discipline
- Pistol ready positions versus muzzle aversion
- Presenting "from the ready" live fire drills
- Deliberate and dynamic movement
- Threshold assessment and room entries
- Threat assessment - scanning techniques
Safe Training, Stronger You
- Safety First
- Awareness
- Distance
- Proper Technique
You Will Learn
- Think Ahead
- Stay Alert
- Trust Your Instincts
- Act Decisively
- Use the Tools You Have
Don't Wait Until It's Too Late.
Safe Training, Stronger You
- Safety First
- Awareness
- Distance
- Proper Technique
You Will Learn
- Think Ahead
- Stay Alert
- Trust Your Instincts
- Act Decisively
- Use the Tools You Have
- Don't Wait Until It's Too Late.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: FIREARM SAFETY Essential safety rules and STANCE & GRIP proper body position and consistent grip for cmtrol. SIGHT ALIGNMENT & SIGHT PICTURE I--low to and wquire your target effect I vely. TRIGGER CONTROL cmsistent press for accuracy. BREATH CONTROL & FOLLOW THROUGH to consistency and shot LIVE FIRE DRILLS Practical drills to skill