Do not use this guy. He proceeded to tell me I cannot own a rifle at 19 with an active foid and…read morerefused to give me my shotgun until a lot of back and forth. Didn't even apologize for being wrong and a dick. For someone selling firearms you should know the law and not be a rude idiot but what do I know. To respond to your post, the rifle was a Barrett a300, that is state compliant and the only issue was arrogance and my age. I was already done with my background check and 3day waiting period but thanks OHHH AND ALSO HES A LIAR. I was able to take home the shotgun the next day after he "talked to his buddy to make sure it was legal" and the shotgun is in my name

Friendly, very helpful and accommodating husband and Wife, Marc and especially Bonnie. Would…read morerecommend 100%!!

I've been using [Instructor's Name] for my CCL renewals for years, and I couldn't recommend him…read moremore highly. I was actually one of his original students, and it's been great to see how consistently professional and dedicated he has remained over the years. He is extremely knowledgeable and does an excellent job explaining not just the legal requirements, but also the practical, real-life situations that responsible concealed carry holders may face. His instruction is clear, informative, and grounded in real-world experience, which makes the classes both engaging and very valuable. If you're looking for a concealed carry instructor who truly understands the responsibility of carrying and takes the time to prepare his students properly, he is an outstanding choice. I'll certainly continue using his services for my renewals in the years ahead.

Instructor was very professional, fast, explained all changes in law, I've been there for renewing…read moreCCL.

The weekend Alpha Koncepts concealed carry class was extremely well taught. Thomas is truly an…read moreexpert in his field. He presented the curriculum in a way that made the class flow naturally and kept everyone engaged. He made the material interesting by sharing real-life experiences from both his students and his own life. He also has a great sense of humor, which made the long weekend enjoyable. Thomas thoroughly prepared us with the knowledge necessary to legally conceal and carry in Illinois. He did an excellent job getting us ready for the shooting qualification, including proper holster draws and safe firearm handling. I hadn't shot a firearm in years, and my wife had never shot one before -- yet we both passed. As long as you follow directions and prioritize safety at both the range and in the classroom, anyone can succeed. I researched multiple concealed carry classes in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, and Alpha Koncepts was by far the highest rated. Thomas has been teaching concealed carry classes since it became legal in Illinois, and his experience shows. If you're serious about taking a concealed carry class, I highly recommend Alpha Koncepts. Thomas is not only a great instructor, but a genuinely great person as well.

I took my CCL class it was really good Thomas is really…read moregood instructor he explained alot about this stuff he trained me really good and i felt comfortable in his class he gave all the information i really needed

My best friend and I took the basic pistol class and loved it. The instructor was thorough,…read moreexplained the material clearly, gave personal examples and focused on gun safety throughout the class. During class time there were multiple opportunities to handle different caliber pistols, practice with laser guns and get feedback on proper grasp, stance, etc. Second half of class was at the range with shooting practice and feedback on everything we'd learned. Overall I left feeling accomplished and confident I could return to a range on my own to continue practice. A+

Just completed both the NRA Basic Pistol Course, IL Concealed Carry License Course, and range…read morequalification. Doug knows his stuff. Strong police, military, and shooting background. Class is interactive and filled with great discussion. His approach is firm in areas of defending your life and firearms safety but with a sense of humor and openness to any question. In the noise and clatter of the firing range, he still manages to convey extremely valuable instruction and learning. I will soon be taking two more of his self-defense courses. Highly recommended!

I highly recommend considering Lamassu Gears to get your concealed carry license. Johny has been…read moremore than wonderful in helping me out throughout this process with all the questions and concerns during the training. He's a knowledgeable and Experienced trainer. Not only that, but also he'll follow up with you after the class is over until you get your license approved. truly such an amazing trainer highly recommended.

From the owner: Lamassu Gears Firearms Training Academy is Chicago's premier firearms training provider, offering…read moreprofessional gun safety courses, Illinois concealed carry certification (CCW classes), and private instruction for beginners and experienced shooters. Our certified instructors focus on responsible firearm ownership, legal compliance, and practical skills. Serving Chicago, Naperville, Schaumburg, Aurora, Cook & DuPage Counties, we provide safe, hands-on training in modern facilities. Join Lamassu Gears to gain confidence, competence, and expert guidance in firearms handling and personal defense. Due to our current work schedule we're available thru appointments only.

I want to thank TC for understanding my unique situation and getting me into a class on short…read morenotice. Also kudos to Don for making the class interesting, relevant as well as organized. Our class consisted of people from ALL backgrounds and ages...from novice to experienced and everything in between. Myself being older, highly skilled and experienced, I liked how no question was ever overlooked or undervalued by our instructors vast knowledge from those with less knowledge. The highlight of the 2 day CCL class for me was range qualification. It was relaxed, yet structured and everyone was at ease and safe. As is most things in life, the more you put in...the more you'll get out of the overall experience. Although instructor Don could have droned on and on doing ALL the reading, he wisely chose all the class members to read aloud. This was helpful to the entire class and especially the shy students who would've just sat back letting their classmates carry the class. My experience was quite satisfying and highly productive. Instructors Don and TC are dedicated to teaching students well and it shows in their actions.

Absolutely do not give this man your money. The class is mostly him rambling about his own…read morepolitics, making up statistics that you can look up and prove aren't true, and just generally being a bigot and a creep. He also makes tons of comments about how "even women" can learn to shoot and things like that. He spent so long talking about political crap that we ran out of time for the actual class in order to make it to the range on time. He gave literally ONE sentence of direction about each person's shooting and then rushed us all out. He was also so scattered that he didn't bring our certifications with him to the range so I had to make a second trip to the office to pick it up. Horrible experience and I don't feel any more knowledgeable than before I dropped a couple hundred bucks on this jerk.

Erik's knowledge of firearms coupled with his knowledge of safety make him a sought after go-to…read moreinstructor. He communicates clearly and explains actions in a practical manner that helps the student understand both their strengths and weaknesses (and how to correct them). He is Gun Jedi.

Erik is an outstanding instructor, super knowledgeable, a clear communicator and very patient. Also…read moreappreciated that he was flexible and able to accommodate my schedule. Thanks again!

Nelson is top tier, been using his services for years now. A++ just be sure to follow all…read moreinstructions and be nice and he'll take care of ya.

Nelson is always on top of it. Good prices, good communication, and always very friendly. I highly…read morerecommend him for your gun smithing or FFL needs.

My son loves his coding and robotics classes at Bot Spot so we decided to have his 9th birthday…read moreparty here. We picked the Mindstorm package, had pizza delivered, and they handled everything else. The owner, Joe, is a great guy and made the whole process easy. It was the first time all of his friends had been there, and they loved it. They modified robots constructed from Mindstorm Legos, programmed the bots to battle, and cheered on their robots as they battled each other in little arenas. Then the kids all played Minecraft together. Bot Spot even set it up so they could all play in the same Minecraft world. Kids had a great time. Thank you Bot Spot!

Good setup for online gaming, systems running at 144hz with low ping. Had my kid do several…read moreimportant tournaments there .