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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
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.

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
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.

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
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 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
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

Intro to Handgun 5/11/2022
2022-05-11 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Handgun Grip and Trigger- 5/9/2022
2022-05-09 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
THIS IS ONLY AT SHORE GALLERIES IN LINCOLNWOOD.
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.

TECC Level 2 5/7/2022
2022-05-07 14:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
Traumatic Emergency Casualty Care- Assessment and Application-
This is a follow up course to the Active Bystander course. The level 1 course is a required prerequisite for admittance. This 4hr course is a scenario based, practical application and will be utilizing roll players or the EMITT dummy from TacMed Solutions. We will be utilizing simulated blood products and you may get messy. Please dress in clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. All equipment will be provided.

TECC Level 1 - 5/7/2022
2022-05-07 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. FOR DATES AND TICKETS GO TO WWW.SHOREGALLERIES.COM AND CLICK TRAINING.

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.

AR-15 101- 5/6/2022
2022-05-06 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
AR-15 101 is a followup course to the Intro to Ar-15. This is a mechanics based course that builds off of the essentials learned in intro classes. The objective of AR-15 101 is to enhance the student’s understanding of the mechanics and operation of the AR-15 while helping to develop the student’s marksmanship and accuracy skills. Topics and skills covered will be:
Proper loading of the gun
Proper mounting of the gun from different positions
Reloading the gun
Malfunctions
Reading sights/optics
Zeroing and zeroing procedure
Sling Management
Required equipment:
AR-15 (Loaners are available upon request prior to class)
150 rounds of ammo for your gun (Available to purchase at Shore Galleries prior to class)
three magazines
Sling (available for purchase at Shore Galleries prior to class)

Our intro class or similar experience is a perquisite to enroll. If you are not an alumni you must provide proof of training.

Handgun 101- 05/04/2022
2022-05-04 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Intro to Shotgun- 04/29/2022
2022-04-29 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
THIS IS ONLY AT SHORE GALLERIES IN LINCOLNWOOD.
This course will cover shotgun basics from a defensive mindset. Topics covered will include choosing a gun and ammo, loading, aiming, setup and more. Rental guns available. 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.

Skills and Drills- 04/27/2022
2022-04-27 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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 fun 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- 04/20/2022
2022-04-20 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Grip and Trigger - 04/19/2022
2022-04-19 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Centrifuge Training- VCQB
2022-04-16 08:00 - 2022-04-17 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Compound, 25414 S. State Street, Crete, IL, 60147, United States
Ticket Link: www.centrifugetraining.com
Course Duration: 2 Days
Course Requirements: Open Enrollment
Vehicle CQB is an accelerated shooting class focused on positional shooting and a critical look at how we have historically fought in and around vehicles. Students will push the boundaries of “traditional” cover and concealment utilizing various cars and trucks in a true 3D environment. Drills will incorporate critical weapon employment while engaging threats in, around, from, over and under vehicles with a heavy emphasis on problem solving. Live ballistic demos with a variety of ammunition will be conducted as the class explores ballistic deflection, deformation, penetration and terminal effect in direct correlation to various vehicle mediums. Both days of this course will be long days, so 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.
800 rounds handgun ammunition
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 are mandatory. Elbow pads and shemagh (face wrap) are optional.
Normal CCW or Full duty belt / tactical loadout (your normal work or EDC setup).
Notepad, pen and permanent 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.

Holster Skills 04/13/2022
2022-04-13 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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 a 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 200rds of ammo, eye and ear protection and appropriate range attire.

Intro to Handgun 04/10/2022
2022-04-10 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Handgun 100- 04/06/2022
2022-04-06 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 04/05/2022
2022-04-05 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Holster skills - 3/26/2022
2022-03-26 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Skills and Drills- Open Range - 3/23/2022
2022-03-23 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Performance on Demand
2022-03-21 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Grip and Trigger Clinic - 3/18/2022
2022-03-18 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

TECC Active Bystander - 3/13/2022
2022-03-13 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Intermediate Handgun - 3/12/2022
2022-03-12 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
This 6hr clinic is your follow up course after concealed carry or other similar training. The focus will be on learning how to work the gun consistently and efficiently, mastering the essential skills needed to keep the gun running and further develop your abilities.
Skills we will focus on:

Holster Skills
Efficient presentation
Body Mechanics
Grip and Trigger
Reloads
Malfunctions

Gear Requirements:

Handgun with at least three magazines
Belt mounted holster specific to the handgun (No Serpa or index finger retention holsters, no nylon or soft holsters).
Belt mounted magazine pouch.
Gun belt
Hearing Protection (Electronic ear pro recommended)
Eye Protection

Loaner gear is available upon request prior to class
Recommended Gear:

Note pad and pen
Additional magazines
Magazine loader
250 rounds of ammo

Intro to AR-15 - 3/9/2022
2022-03-09 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Low Light 1 - 3/7/2022
2022-03-07 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 - 3/4/2022
2022-03-04 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States

Intro to Handgun - 3/2/2022
2022-03-02 17:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Shore Galleries Training Center, 3360 W Devon Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712, United States
