Gary Hutchens

This course offers a one-on-one introduction into the basics of self defense firearm use and basic pistol shooting fundamentals for those individuals who have very minimal if not "zero" experience at handling and shooting a handgun. The course starts out with instruction into the basics of firearm operation in order to help the student with minimal to no experience begin the process of gaining confidence in the safe handling and operation of a handgun. In teaching the basics of firearm usage, this course offers its students the use of a simulator to teach the basic fundamentals of handling a firearm and it also takes the experience up a notch by including some actual live fire on an indoor shooting range.

In order to renew your Illinois Concealed Carry Permit you are required to complete this 3 1/2 hour class which includes 2 1/2 hours of class room instruction and 1 hour of range time. This renewal class experience allows you and the instructor to discuss and review the basics and many of the responsibilities surrounding the requirements of having an Illinois Concealed Carry License that may have been lost or forgotten over the years. Such topics as new laws, changes in regulations, or questions and concerns you may have since your last concealed carry class will be addressed. Renewal of your Illinois Concealed Carry Permit is something which is required by Illinois law and which needs to be completed every five years in order to keep your license current and up-to-date. Aside from being a strictly upheld law, this class is also a great way to brush up on some of the fundamental skills that may have left you since your last initial training class. You will not only be required to complete the classroom coursework, but you will also be required to requalify in a live fire exercise on our indoor shooting range. Once you have completed the renewal course you will be given a certificate that will allow you to submit the paperwork to renew your concealed carry permit for the state of Illinois. The contents and subject matter covered in this course has been approved and certified and is accredited by the Illinois State Police.

The USCCA Basic Handgun Class is designed for individuals who want to learn the proper way to safely and responsibly use handguns. Here are some of the key topics covered in this class:

1. Firearm Basics (Revolver/Pistol): Understanding the fundamental components and operation of handguns.
2. Selecting a Proper Firearm: What to consider when purchasing a firearm.
3. Shooting Fundamentals: Learning how to shoot accurately and safely.
4. Gear and Gadgets: Exploring essential accessories related to handguns.
5. Building a solid foundation for responsible gun ownership.

This class includes classroom instruction. You do not need to own a gun in order to participate.

Some of the subjects that will be covered during this course by the instructor will include some of the following:

1. Interaction with law enforcement
2. Drawing from concealment
3. Grip, Stance, and Clearing of Malfunctions of firearms
4. USCCA Legal Aspects of using Force and/or Lethal Force in defense of a Person, Dwelling, and Property.
5. Fundamentals of Home Defense

Individuals taking this course will also be required to complete a Live Fire Target Qualification and demonstrate safe and proper handling of a firearm.

Those individuals who complete this course will be issued a certificate and that will allow the person to apply for an Illinois Concealed Carry Permit.