Archetype

Performance on Demand
2022-11-17 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
2022-11-19 14:00 - 18:00
This course is an 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. If you do not have a Foid card please select the all inclusive ticket.

Intro to Shotgun
2022-11-20 14:00 - 18:00
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.

Intro to Red Dot Pistol
2022-11-26 14:00 - 18:00
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/ Holosun 507k, FN 509 tactical w/ Leupold Delta point pro, CZ p09 & p07 w/Trijicon RMR, Chambers Custom Regulator 2019 w/ Holosun 507, Chambers Custom Yeti 1911 w/ Holosun 507, Agency Arms Glock 19 w/ Trijicon RMR, Gen 5 Glock 45 w/ Aimpoint Acro P2.

Concealment Clinic
2022-11-27 14:00 - 18:00
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

Low Light 1
2022-11-28 17:00 - 21:00
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
2022-11-30 17:00 - 21:00
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 & Drills, Jan 13th, 5p-9p
2023-01-13 17:00 - 21:00
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 Handgun, Jan 14th, 1p-5p
2023-01-14 13:00 - 17:00

Handgun 102, Jan 15th, 1p-5p
2023-01-15 13:00 - 17:00
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 required, and loner guns & ammo are available. If you do not have a Foid card please select the all-inclusive option.

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

Loaners available for the following
Guns
Eye and Ear protection

Holster skills, Jan 19th, 5p-9p
2023-01-19 17:00 - 21:00
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.

Grip & Trigger, Jan 23rd, 5p-9p
2023-01-23 17:00 - 21:00
Grip and trigger

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(minimum); 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.

Intro to AR-15, Jan 28th, 9a-1p
2023-01-28 09:00 - 13:00
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. Please select the all inclusive option if you do not have your own rifle.
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 Shotgun, Jan 29th, 9a-1p
2023-01-29 09:00 - 13:00
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. Students require eye and ear protection as well as appropriate range attire. If you do not have your own shotgun select the all inclusive option.

Stop the Bleed, Jan 30th, 6p-8p
2023-01-30 18:00 - 20:00
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

Stop The Bleed, Feb 6th, 6p-8p
2023-02-06 18:00 - 20:00

Concealment Clinic, Feb 9th, 5p-9p
2023-02-09 17:00 - 21:00

Intro to Red Dot Pistol, Feb 11th, 1p-5p
2023-02-11 13:00 - 17:00

Low Light 2, Feb 12th, 12p-6p
2023-02-12 12:00 - 18:00
Low light 2

This is a follow to the intro Low Light 1 course. Prior low light experience is required either with us or another vetted training company. Prior approval is needed. This 6hr clinic goes beyond the 1 handed shooting and flashlight techniques taught in the intro. We will continue to practice those skills but begin to add more complex tasks including mag changes, malfunctions, movement, target discrimination, and cover/ concealment.

Required gear

300rds (Ammo available with student discount at the shop)
Handgun with at least 3 double stack magazines or 6 single stack mags
Belt mounted holster specific to the handgun (No Serpa or index finger retention holsters, no nylon or soft holsters). Must be capable of 1 handed manipulation.
Belt mounted magazine pouch.
Handheld flashlight, weapon mounted light is optional
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
Individual trauma kit

Handgun 102, Feb 13th, 5p-9p
2023-02-13 17:00 - 21:00
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 required, and loner guns & ammo are available. If you do not have a Foid card or need loaner gear/ ammo please select the all-inclusive option.

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 & Drills, Feb 20th, 5p-9p
2023-02-20 17:00 - 21:00

Performance on Demand, Feb 24th, 5p-9p
2023-02-24 17:00 - 21:00

AR-15 102, Feb 25, 1p-5p
2023-02-25 13:00 - 17:00
AR-15 102 is a follow up course to the Intro to Ar-15. This is still a mechanics based course that builds off of the essentials learned in intro classes. The objective of AR-15 102 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.

Holster Skills, Feb 26th, 1p-5p
2023-02-26 13:00 - 17:00

Skills & Drills, April 10th, 5p-9p
2023-04-10 17:00 - 21:00

Handgun 102, April 11th, 5p-9p
2023-04-11 17:00 - 21:00

Holster Skills, April 17th, 5p-9p
2023-04-17 17:00 - 21:00

Low light 1, April 20th, 5p-9p
2023-04-20 17:00 - 21:00

Intro to handgun, April 22nd, 1p-5p
2023-04-22 13:00 - 17:00

Grip & Trigger, April 23rd, 1p-5p
2023-04-23 13:00 - 17:00
Grip and trigger

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…controlling recoil and working the trigger. This class is limited to 10 students. You will need 200 rounds of ammunition(minimum, bring extra if you can); 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.
