Is Private Firearm Training Right for You?
If you would like to carry a concealed weapon in Illinois, private firearm training may be a very good option for you. Private training has a wide range of advantages over group classes.
If you want highly personalized instruction on your schedule that will prepare you to carry a weapon as soon as possible, private training is a great idea. Here's what you need to know about licensing to carry a concealed weapon in Illinois and the private training that can prepare you to do so.
Is a License Required to Carry a Concealed Weapon in Illinois?
Yes, it is necessary to be licensed if you want to carry a concealed firearm in Illinois. You will need to provide an application and documentation and submit certain fees. The license lasts five years, at which point you will need to get a renewed license. The license allows you to carry a concealed firearm that is loaded or unloaded, and fully concealed or partially concealed. It also allows you to keep a firearm on your person in your vehicle.
A license is not required on your own land or business or when you are on someone else's private property at their invitation. If the firearm is in a non-functioning state, unloaded and in a case, or not immediately accessible, you also don't need to have a license.
Who is Eligible for a License to Carry a Concealed Weapon in Illinois?
Both Illinois residents and non-residents can qualify to carry a concealed weapon in Illinois. If you've been on the fence about getting your license, you may be surprised by just how simple it really is. Just check the eligibility requirements with the Illinois State Police Firearm Services Bureau to determine whether you qualify.
Why Take Classes in Firearm Training?
The most straightforward reason to take a class in firearm training is to get your license to carry a concealed weapon. You will need to show your competency with the weapon before you get the license. However, there are very good reasons to take a firearms training course above and beyond getting your license:
- Stay legal. Remembering all of the laws and regulations around carrying a concealed weapon can be a challenge. If you make a mistake, you do not want to find yourself having to explain to a police officer that you just forgot the law. You want to be thoroughly instructed in all areas of concealed weapon law so that you will be confident that you stay legal.
- Use your weapon appropriately. You want to be able to carry a concealed weapon in case you, your family, or your property is threatened. However, learning how to use a gun correctly even in highly charged situations can be difficult. You need competent instruction and significant practice to learn how to use your weapon the right way.
- Don't allow your weapon to become a danger to your family. Stories abound about firearms falling into the wrong hands and becoming a danger to the people they were supposed to protect. Protecting your family from your firearm isn't always as intuitive as you may assume. Training teaches you how to own and carry a weapon safely.
- Benefit from the experience of a professional. Handling a firearm correctly and shooting well is a complex art that requires many years of experience to do very well. Nothing will substitute for plenty of time training at the range and handling your firearm, but learning from an experienced instructor can go a long way to preparing you to carry and use a gun responsibly.
What Does Private Firearm Training Entail?
When you choose private firearm training, you receive instruction in a very personal setting in a one-on-one environment. Many people find that they learn much more effectively in this kind of situation than in group classes.
Private training also allows more flexibility when it comes to who you train and learn with. Your family members or small group of friends can have a training session together, which may hep everyone feel more comfortable. You can also choose to have a training session by yourself - whatever makes you the most ready to learn about gun safety.
Why Choose Private Firearm Training Over Group Classes?
Needless to say, firearms safety is a very important lesson to learn. If you're concerned about being distracted in a group environment or not being able to ask all the questions you want to ask, one-on-one instruction is very likely a better option for you.
While private instruction may cost a little bit more than group instruction, you may find that you learn what you need to know more quickly and make more efficient use of the time when utilizing private training. If you want to get your own group together for private training, you can also split the cost and dramatically reduce the charges.
What Will You Learn With Private Firearm Training?
IL Concealed Carry License private lessons will equip you to get a license to carry a concealed weapon in Illinois. You'll learn everything that you need to know about the law and how to safely and legally carry a concealed weapon.
Your lessons can be highly tailored to your needs to teach you exactly what you need to know. After all, not everybody wants to carry the same type of weapon or carry a concealed weapon for the same reasons. You can discuss your particular needs and get the private lessons that are best suited to what you need to learn.
Who Should You Choose For Private Firearm Training?
Choosing an instructor for your private firearm training is an important decision. You need an instructor that knows what they're doing and can give you exactly the kind of instruction that you require. If you are looking for one-on-one training for a specific need, then you want an instructor that understands exactly what you're looking for.
Marc M. Jens
Marc M. Jens is highly qualified to teach private firearm training and offers a range of options to meet your specific needs. Marc is an Illinois State Police Certified Concealed Carry Instructor, which means that he is qualified to teach you precisely what you need to know.
His curriculum has been certified by the Illinois State Police, so you can have total confidence in what he will teach you. Furthermore, he is a certified firearms instructor with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board as well as the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
Marc graduated from the University of Illinois Police Training Institute Police Firearms Instructor course and has experience providing training for thousands of police officers. He has the experience and skill to help experienced shooters gain a new understanding but can also help the novice to develop.
Marc not only understands how to instruct this course from a technical perspective, but also has extensive experience himself. He was a Cook County sheriff's police officer for over 20 years before he retired honorably. He also taught at the Cook County Sheriff's Police Training Academy for a decade, instructing police officers across 60 municipalities spanning the entire state of Illinois.
When you choose instruction from Mark, you'll get much more than the state minimum that is required to get your license. You will gain a valuable understanding of what goes into responsibly carrying a concealed weapon which will greatly benefit you as you enter into regular concealed weapon carrying.
A Personal Experience and Ongoing Resources
Marc’s training offers a highly personal experience. He'll make sure that you have time to ask questions and completely grasp concepts before moving onto the next step.
When you graduate, you will still have access to the resources that Concealed Carry Safety for Personal Defense Inc provides. We pride ourselves on offering ongoing resources to our students.
We strive to offer the most up-to-date training as we continue to get more input from our clients and as new information is provided by our professional association memberships. If you have any concerns or questions, we encourage you to bring them up so that we can continue to improve.
Extended Class Options
You can stop with the basic training certification course if you like, but you may decide you'd rather go further. Our additional courses can truly expand your skills. Highly customized personal training courses allow you to learn everything that you're interested in from one convenient training location. We offer Next Level Training, Weapon Retention, Weapon Dis-arming, and more.
Consider Private Firearm Training at Concealed Carry Safety for Personal Defense, Inc.
If you want to be prepared to carry a concealed weapon, instruction with Marc M. Jens from Concealed Carry Safety For Personal Defense Inc is exactly what you need. Private training offers you a highly personalized and tailored experience that will do much more to prepare you to carry and use a firearm appropriately than any other training experience. Learn from the best and feel confident in your ability to carry and use a firearm in Illinois. Whether it's on your own or with a small group of people you feel comfortable with - call us today to register for Private Firearm Training today!