Archetype

Stop the Bleed, Sept 13th, 6p-8p
2022-09-13 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
Through our STOP THE BLEED® course, you’ll gain the ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding and intervene effectively. The person next to a bleeding victim may be the one who’s most likely to save him or her. Take the course and become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency occurs. STOP THE BLEED®. Save a Life!
STOP THE BLEED® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency. All rights reserved. © DoD.
The American College of Surgeons’ STOP THE BLEED® program is operated pursuant to a licensing agreement granted it by the Department of Defense

Intro to Ar 15, Sept 11, 11a-3p
2022-09-11 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
With the massive popularity of Americas rifle, the AR-15 is quickly becoming the choice for self-defense in the home. There is a reason and a truth behind the sentiment of “behind every blade of grass.”
No matter what your reason for choosing it, ease of use, low recoil, effective round or because someone said you “can’t” we can help you learn how to use and maintain it. This clinic will get you ready for a day at the range or your first 2-day class.
Topics covered-
– Proper nomenclature
– Maintenance and storage
– Set up of optics, slings, and lights
– Mag selection
– Ammo selection
– Operation, zeroing, off sets, marksmanship
Required gear-
– Ar-15 or similar variant
– 120rds of ammo
– Sling (optional)
– 2 mags
– Optic or iron sights

Skills and Drills, Aug 31st
2022-08-31 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This is a 4hr open range session where we will run drills allowing you to practice skills live fire that you normally couldn’t on a public range. Though this is not a formal class, coaching will occur where necessary as it pertains to each drill. Previous formal training is required as this is not meant for first time shooters. You will need to be comfortable with gun safety, operation of your gun, and use of a holster if you plan on drawing the gun from one.
Students will need:
150 rounds of ammo at minimum
3 mags
A safe holster that allows for one handed use
Range appropriate safety gear including eye and ear protection
Range/ weather appropriate clothing.

Intro to AR-15, Aug 28th
2022-08-28 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Intro to Handgun, Aug 27th
2022-08-27 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This course is introductory overview for new gun owners or those thinking about buying their first gun. The primary focus of the class is safety, operation and maintenance of a handgun and basic marksmanship
Equipment needed:
Handgun
Eye and ear protection
We can provide all weapons and equipment (eye and ear protection) for this class.
50-100 rounds (take advantage of our student ammo pricing)
No FOID card required for this class however without one you cannot legally possess firearms or ammunition.

Concealment Clinic, Aug 22nd
2022-08-22 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This clinic will focus on concealment techniques and methods for working with and around your clothing and carry options. Students are required to bring a closed front and open front garment. Normal range gear is required, ear and eye protection, closed toe shoes etc… PLEASE ATTEND WITH YOUR CONCEALED CARRY GEAR.
Required equipment
-your daily carry gear, this must include a quality holster( no Serpa, urban carry, sticky holster(except for pocket or off body carry, no inside the waistband carry)
– 200 rounds of ammo
-eye and ear protection
-button up shirt
-zip up jacket or vest
-pull over layer like a t-shirt or hoodie

Centrifuge Training- Well That Sucks- Aug 20/21, 2022
2022-08-20 08:00 - 2022-08-21 16:00 (America/Chicago) | The Compound, 25414 S. State Street, Crete, IL, 60147, United States
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Course Duration: 2 Days
Course Requirements: Open Enrollment | End User
There are bad days at the office… and then there are really, really bad days at the office. “Well, That Sucks” explores the latter. Students will learn to employ the handgun and carbine while problem solving different simulated injuries. Improvised aide, TQ application and evacuation are worked through then performed on demand under stress. Communication, teamwork, movement, accelerated manipulations and task vs. priority all play a major role in this course. This is NOT a basic or beginners’ course and is physically demanding; please come prepared.
Individual Equipment List:

Handgun with at least 3 magazines (5 if single stack) and magazine pouch.
Holster must attach via the belt (paddle holsters are not allowed). Holsters must provide an active or passive retention device and be able to keep the holster in place while running or moving in and out of awkward positions. No SERPA or Vanguard type holsters.
Carbine with sling. A minimum of 3 magazines and a method to secure them is required. Carbine needs to be zeroed prior to class.
400 rounds handgun / 300 rounds carbine (no green tip)
CAT or SOF T TQ on your person is mandatory an IFAK is recommended.
Cleaning kit and gun lube.
Eye protection and electronic ear protection.
Long sleeve shirt, gloves, knee pads and elbow pads are optional.
Full duty belt / tactical loadout or Concealed carry (your normal work / carry setup).
Notepad, pen and perm marker.
Water and snacks.

Course Prerequisites:

U.S. Citizen.
Able to legally carry a firearm.
Able to demonstrate and employ safe weapons handling during courses of fire.
Previous intermediate to advanced firearms training to include courses of fire where movement, barricades, working around others, communicating and adverse shooting positions were addressed.

If you have any questions about the course, the prerequisites or what is recommended please do not hesitate to ask us.

Stop The Bleed, Aug 18th
2022-08-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This class is $20, the $30 fee is for the cat gen7 tourniquet trainer you receive in class.
Through our STOP THE BLEED® course, you’ll gain the ability to recognize life-threatening bleeding and intervene effectively. The person next to a bleeding victim may be the one who’s most likely to save him or her. Take the course and become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency occurs. STOP THE BLEED®. Save a Life!
STOP THE BLEED® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency. All rights reserved. © DoD.
The American College of Surgeons’ STOP THE BLEED® program is operated pursuant to a licensing agreement granted it by the Department of Defense

Grip and Trigger, Aug 15th
2022-08-15 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
Come and work on your grip and trigger work, 2 of the most important factors in shooting.
This clinic will focus on 2 of the most common errors in handgun skills. This class is limited to 8 students. You will need 200 rounds of ammunition, a holster and mag carrier are not required but encouraged. There is no classroom portion for this clinic, it consists solely of range time. Eye and ear protection is required as well as appropriate attire for shooting.

Holster skills, Aug 12th
2022-08-12 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This holster skills clinic. You must have some basic safety training, NRA pistol, IL ccw, etc… We will cover aspects of holster work from square 1, no prior holster skill required. This session will take place on an open range, which means on a firing line, no stalls, and hot. Get live fire reps in under the supervision of an instructor and go beyond what you can normally do on a public range. A large variety of rental firearms and holsters are available with advance notice. Students will need 200 rounds of ammo, eye and ear protection and appropriate range attire.

Handgun 102, Aug 8th
2022-08-08 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
Handgun 102

This 4hr clinic picks up were Intro to Handgun left off. This course has a quick refresher on the info from the intro session and then it’s off to the range to work on mechanics. Handgun 101 is also a good way to your hands on any guns you are thinking about buying. No Foid card requires and loner guns & ammo are available.

Required
150 rds of ammo- available from the gun shop at a discounted rate.

Loaners available for the following
Guns
Eye and Ear protection

Skills and Drills 07/28/2022
2022-07-28 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Intro to RDS Pistol- 07/25/2022
2022-07-25 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
Are you RDS curious? Do you have one and don’t know how to use it? Come see if pistol mounted red dots are for you. This clinic will cover the basics of red dot pistol shooting without the initial investment. This clinic is appropriate for new shooters and beyond. If you have vision problem a red dot may be the answer. Students will need 200rds of ammo, eye and ear protection, and appropriate range attire. Holsters are not required, but encouraged.
Loaner guns available include Sig p320 w/ romeo 1, Sig p365 XL w/ Trijicon RMR, FN 509 tactical w/ Leupold Delta point pro, CZ p09 & p07 w/Trijicon RMR, Chambers Custom Regulator 2019 w/ Trijicon rmr, Chambers Custom Yeti 1911 w/ Holosun, Agency Arms Glock 19 w/ Tijicon RMR, Gen 5 Glock 19 w/ Holosun 507c, Glock 48 w/507k, Glock 45MOS with Steiner MPS.

Intro to Handgun- 07/22/2022
2022-07-22 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Intro to shotgun- 07/18/22
2022-07-18 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This course will cover shotgun basics from a defensive mindset. Topics covered will include choosing a gun and ammo, loading, aiming, setup and more. Students will need 50 rounds of bird shot, 5 rounds of buck shot and 5 rounds of slug- no steel ammo. Your shotgun needs to tube fed, not magazine; pump and semi-auto guns are both acceptable. Rental guns available. Students require eye and ear protection as well as appropriate range attire.

Low Light 1- 07/17/22
2022-07-17 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This intro to low light is 2hrs in the classroom and 2hrs on the range. Students must have the ability to safely holster the gun 1 handed. weapon mounted lights are optional, handheld lights are required and loaners are available. Students will be introduced to theories and techniques allowing them to use their gun in the dark. Class will begin and end in the Training center at 3360 W. Devon Ave

Required gear
Flashlight
Quality holster and mag carrier
Gun with 3 double stack mags or 6 single stack mags
100rds of ammo minimum, 250 if you have it

Intro to AR-15, 07/16/2022
2022-07-16 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

TECC lvl1- 07/08/22
2022-07-08 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This is 4hr trauma medical course. Active Bystander – Empowered community members, who are present in the event but not so severely injured that they cannot assist others, can serve a critical role during the initial moments after complex and dynamic disasters. They must have immediate access to severely injured victims and can provide time-sensitive, life-saving interventions; they are the first link in the trauma chain of survival.
Course Content–

Safety
Communication
Assessment
Treatment of traumatic injuries including gunshot wounds, stabbings, and blast injuries.
Ongoing care and management of patients.
Gear selection

Holster skills 07/05/22
2022-07-05 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Skills and Drills- 06/29/2022
2022-06-29 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Handgun 101- 06/22/2022
2022-06-22 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
Handgun 101

This 4hr clinic picks up were Intro to Handgun left off. This course has a quick refresher on the info from the intro session and then it’s off to the range to work on mechanics. Handgun 101 is also a good way to your hands on any guns you are thinking about buying. No Foid card requires and loner guns & ammo are available.

Required
150 rds of ammo- available from the gun shop at a discounted rate.

Loaners available for the following
Guns
Eye and Ear protection

Performance on Demand- 06/20/2022
2022-06-20 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
Performance on Demand

Performance on demand is going to focus on the mental and physical process of pressing the trigger. This clinic is all range time, all slow fire, and all on B-8s. This will be a primer on achieving excellence and absolute accountability and accuracy. We will spend our time between 10 and 25 yards. The objective of this course is to get the student to understand the process of moving the trigger without moving the gun and how that process can change at various distances. This is not a beginner course; you must know how to run your gun well, so show up ready to hit the ground running. Students will need 200rds minimum.

Intro to Handgun- 06/19/2022
2022-06-19 11:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Red Dot 101- 06/10/2022
2022-06-10 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
Red Dot Pistol 2

Picking up right where we left off with intro to RDS Pistol, this course is going to focus on the benefits of red dots that most people miss. Shot calling, effective transitions, alternate aiming methods and more. Loaner guns and equipment is available, but students should have their own gear by this point. There is no classroom portion for this course, show up ready to hit the range (mag loaded etc). This is not a class about finding the dot, students should already have a solid understanding of the basics.

Required Equipment

Red dot equipped gun, duty size or compact are both acceptable
3 Double stack mags or 6 single stack mags
Holster, IWB or OWB are both acceptable, no clip draws, urban carry, or serpa etc…
Magazine carrier or ability to reload form your pockets
A solid zero on your gun
300 rounds of ammo minimum

Intro to Ar-15- 06/08/2022
2022-06-08 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Holster skills- 06/01/2022
2022-06-01 17:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Skills and Drills - 5/25/2022
2022-05-25 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Low Light Handgun 1 - 5/23/2022
2022-05-23 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Intro to Red Dot Pistol - 5/21/2022
2022-05-21 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
THIS IS ONLY AT SHORE GALLERIES IN LINCOLNWOOD.
Are you RDS curious? Do you have one and don’t know how to use it? Come see if pistol mounted red dots are for you. This clinic will cover the basics of red dot pistol shooting without the initial investment. This clinic is appropriate for new shooters and beyond. If you have vision problem a red dot may be the answer. Students will need 200rds of ammo, eye and ear protection, and appropriate range attire. Holsters are not required, but encouraged.
Loaner guns available include Sig p320 w/ romeo 1, Sig p365 XL w/ Trijicon RMR, FN 509 tactical w/ Leupold Delta point pro, CZ p09 & p07 w/Trijicon RMR, Chambers Custom Regulator 2019 w/ Trijicon rmr, Chambers Custom Yeti 1911 w/ Holosun, Agency Arms Glock 19 w/ Tijicon RMR, Gen 5 Glock 19 w/ Holosun 507c, Glock 48 w/507k.

Intro to AR-15 -5/18/2022
2022-05-18 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
