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By appointment Contact Us! Ask us about group lessons First-time shooters welcome Pistol Riffle Shotgun Customized sessions

Group Classes

Group training is tailored to your goals and experience level. Choose a focus such as beginner safety and fundamentals, range etiquette and marksmanship, or home-protection basics.

Group classes are by appointment. BOOK NOW to request your date.

Phase 1: Illinois CCL Training (8 Hrs.)

  • GPA’s Phase 1 builds the foundation for Illinois Concealed Carry training. Using the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting curriculum, students develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence for safe firearm handling while preparing for the 16-hour CCL requirement.

    Duration: 8 hours (breaks provided)

  • The full course fee is $139.99 and includes classroom instruction and course materials. Range fees and ammunition are not included and are paid separately at 5 Star Firearms.

    • Instruction from Illinois State Police & NRA-certified instructors

    • Firearms selection consulting & Basic Pistol Course guidebook

    • Exclusive access to GPA’s Members Area

    • Practice & qualifying targets

    • $12 range fee

    • Ammunition: price varies by caliber/availability

    • Other rental costs may apply if you don’t bring your own firearm

GPA’s Phase 1 course is the foundation for Illinois CCL certification, covering firearm safety, handling, and state-required basics.

Phase 2: Illinois CCL Training (8 Hrs.)

GPA’s Phase 2 course completes Illinois CCL certification with advanced instruction on firearm laws, carry techniques, and live-fire qualification.

  • Developed with input from a criminal judge and based on Illinois State Police requirements, this 8-hour course emphasizes state and federal firearm laws, safe carry techniques, and equipment use. Students will review the Firearm Owners Identification Act, the Firearm Concealed Carry Act, and Illinois self-defense laws. Completion of Phase 1 is required to meet the full 16-hour CCL requirement.

    Duration: 8 hours (breaks provided)

  • The full course fee is $139.99 and includes classroom instruction and course materials. Range fees and ammunition are not included and are paid separately at 5 Star Firearms.

    • Instruction on Illinois firearm and self-defense laws

    • Training on concealed carry methods and equipment

    • Live-fire qualification with instructor guidance

    • Exclusive access to GPA’s Members Area

    • Course certificate for ISP submission

    • $12 range fee

    • Ammunition: price varies by caliber/availability

    • Other rental costs may apply if you don’t bring your own firearm

5-Year CCL Refresher: Training (3.5 Hrs.)

GPA’s 5-Year Refresher course keeps your Illinois CCL current with updated law review, safe handling practices, and live-fire requalification.

  • This 3.5-hour refresher course is required every 5 years by the Illinois State Police to maintain an active CCL. Students review current firearm and self-defense laws, safe handling practices, and complete the live-fire requalification. Upon successful completion, a new training certificate is issued for renewal submission online or by phone.

    Duration: 8 hours (breaks provided)

  • The course fee is $85.00 and includes classroom review and qualification components. Range fees and ammunition are not included and are paid separately at 5 Star Firearms.

    • Instruction from NRA & ISP-qualified instructors

    • Live Q&A with USCCA representative

    • Law review, safety & carry refresher

    • Practice & qualifying targets + live-fire requalification

    • Renewal certificate + GPA Members Area access

    • $12 range fee

    • Ammunition: price varies by caliber/availability

    • Other rental costs may apply if you don’t bring your own firearm

Group Package 1

3–5 people • 2 hours • $300

  • Safety briefing and fundamentals coaching

    Range etiquette and marksmanship drills

    Optional focus on home-protection basics

    Duration: 2 hours

  • up to 5 participants; minimum 3

  • High-quality instruction by an NRA and Illinois State Police qualified Instructor

    Fundamentals coaching: grip, sight alignment & sight picture, stance, breath control, hold control, follow-through

    Group drills tailored to your goals
    Practice targets

Group Package 2

6–9 people • 3 hours • $560

  • Safety briefing with progressive fundamentals

    Structured drills to build consistency and confidence

    Optional focus on home-protection basics

    Duration: 3 hours

  • up to 9 participants; minimum 6

  • High-quality instruction by an NRA and Illinois State Police qualified Instructor

    Fundamentals coaching: grip, sight alignment & sight picture, stance, breath control, hold control, follow-through

    Group drills tailored to your goals

    Practice targets

Group Package 3

9–12 people • 3-4 hours • $900

  • Safety briefing and fundamentals overview

    Rotating drill stations to maximize line time

    Optional focus on home-protection basics

    Duration: 3–4 hours

  • up to 12 participants; minimum 9

  • High-quality instruction by an NRA and Illinois State Police qualified Instructor

    Fundamentals coaching

    Station-based drills for throughput and engagement

    Practice targets

Family Firearm Safety

  • GPA has developed this course to support families in ensuring firearm safety in the home.

    For the youngsters, Eddie Eagle delivers the message: “Stop, Don’t touch, Run away, Tell an adult.”

    Duration: 1+ hours

    Next Step: [LINK: Private Lessons] (Optional)

  • Attendance is required for at least one parent/guardian.

    All parents/guardians are free of charge.

    These classes are not regularly scheduled, please contact us if interested in scheduling.

  • High quality training provided by an experienced NRA and Illinois State Police qualified Instructor.

    Certificate of Completion

    Kids Activity Book

    Exclusive access to GPA’s

    Members Area