This weekend I took the CCL class with Joe and Terry, and I honestly can't recommend them enough…read more I've been shooting for a few years now, but I walked away from the class feeling much more confident in my knowledge and aware of how much more there is to learn and stay sharp on. My parents took this class last year and had been nudging me to sign up. I kept putting it off because sitting in a classroom for 8 hours over a weekend sounded like a nightmare. But wow, was I wrong. Joe and Terry made the time fly. The class was engaging, informative, filled with real-life examples that tied directly into their experience, all while tying in their great senses of humor. It was clear this wasn't just a dull PowerPoint read-along like I feared I'd get elsewhere. Their team is equally amazing: super personable and helpful, both in the classroom and out on the range. I didn't catch everyone's names, but every single staff member made the environment feel comfortable and judgment-free, which I really appreciated. I can only imagine how much that meant to the people shooting for the first time. If you're on the fence about taking this class don't be. It was an insightful, empowering weekend and I'm so glad I finally did it. Thank you again, Joe and Terry!

This was my second time with Joe Motto and his team at West Suburban Conceal Carry for Renewal,…read moreand they were just as excellent as the first. Joe is knowledgeable, professional, and makes the renewal process smooth and informative. The whole team is welcoming and helpful--I wouldn't go anywhere else for my conceal carry needs!

This was my first Conceal Carry training and what a great class!…read more Joe really knows his stuff! He was very informative, knowledgeable and a great instructor. He kept everyone interested helping us to actually understanding the Illinois gun law material, and there is a lot! but never a boring moment. The shooting range qualification training was awesome! Joe puts safety, education and training in a dynamic that we understand which produce better shooters. I left with an absolute ton of knowledge and confidence. We The People I give five stars! Thank you Joe.

Training was engaging and informative. I will return for additional classes. Joe was very…read moreknowledgeable, straight forward and had slot of passion for his subject.

I loved this class! Doug made this class fun and I learned a lot from this class. Doug is very…read morepersonable, very patient, and answered everyone's questions. I would highly recommend this class. I had a fear of guns, but Doug made everyone feel comfortable at the range. I actually really enjoyed this experience.

He utilized anecdotes to illustrate the circumstances one may encounter! (Doug/Instructor)…read moreemphasized the importance of gun safety, how to recognize no guns signs and how to act appropriately if queried about carrying. Where may carry/not carry and the factors to consider when firing your weapon is appropriate or not. Also discussed transporting weapon safely and lawfully! It was both informative and engaging! Enjoyed class!

Excellent instruction! Highly recommend. The team was super professional. Would not hesitate to…read moretake another course from them.

- Awesome class!!! - Very professional instructors!…read more- Top notch training by current & former law enforcement officers and military veterans! I signed up for their 16 Hour Basic Pistol - Illinois Concealed Carry Course with a friend, not knowing what to exactly expect from the class. Upon arrival my first day of class, I could tell right away that our instructors were professional shooters, had been teaching for a long time, and that I was in for an education. Our class was made up of all kinds of people: beginners, experienced shooters, military veterans, and regular people like my buddy and I. Not having much of a shooting background (except for shooting BB guns when I was a kid), I appreciated the first day of class; going over handgun safety, how to select a handgun for purchase, loading / unloading, and handgun cleaning & maintenance. The 2nd day, we learned all about Concealed Carry in Illinois; the laws, the do & don'ts of CCW, how to draw my pistol, how to conceal one, holster selection, police interactions, and what to do if I unfortunately find myself having to use my handgun in self-defense. Not being the greatest shot on the range starting out, the instructors took their time, working one-on-one with me to correct the bad habits I had (jerking the trigger, and shooting with only one eye open). Once I followed their instructions, I shot a perfect score on my qualification! I cannot say enough about these guys and girls! I highly recommend the class!!! CJ

I'll recommend this class to anyone looking to conceal and carry with purpose and confidence. Being…read moreeducated on safety to you and others, how to carry and when to carry is a value in itself. If you have purchased a firearm yes you need to know everything about that purchase. For me, it was becoming familiar with my site picture, finger placement on the trigger, too much or too little, why are my rounds pulling left...All that was taught in this class and you will learn the important mechanics to handle safely. In closing, I don't usually write reviews but if I wanted to carry, protect my family and myself, this class is a step is in the right direction. The Value is definitely there.

Gary and crew from FSS run some great classes. Took the movement and use of cover class October…read more2018, very pleased with my experiences there. FSS tactical as well as practical knowledge base is solid, and their up front and constant attention to safety is key as well. Looking forward to more classes as well as open-shoot days.

From the owner: We offer real world defensive firearms training on our private range. Safety is always our first…read morepriority, while delivering a realistic training environment. Some of the classes we offer include: CCW Dynamics of Defensive Shooting Advanced Defensive Shooting Basic Carbine, Advanced Carbine Defensive Vehicle Operations I and II Doorway Dynamics and use of Cover Concealment Operations

Vivian D. at Range USA in Naperville was an excellent instructor. My husband and I took the…read morefour-hour basic safety and handling gun class, and we were both very impressed with how thorough and positive she was throughout the entire course. The class covered the basic parts of the gun, the parts of a round, proper handgun grip, stance, loading a magazine, racking the gun, unloading the magazine, clearing a jam, finger position, the four universal rules while handling a firearm and being in the shooting range, and learning the "compress" position while waiting to shoot. What stood out most to me was how strongly Vivian emphasized safety. She really drilled it into our heads, and I appreciated that so much. Even though there were about 12 people in the class, Vivian made sure to give each of us personal attention. She took the time to help everyone find the correct grip and stance, and she had us practice repeatedly in the classroom so we could enter the range feeling confident. She was very patient, encouraging, and great at correcting mistakes in a positive way. I especially appreciated her help with me personally. I had thumb surgery a year ago and struggled with loading rounds into the magazine, but Vivian was patient and guided me until I was able to do it successfully before we entered the range. I thoroughly enjoyed taking this class with Vivian and loved her approach from beginning to end. I would absolutely recommend this class to anyone looking to build confidence, learn proper handling, and get a strong foundation in firearm safety. Also, the price to take the class for two people was perfect!! Thank you Vivian!! Thank you Range USA!!

Took the CCL course from instructor Thom, it was great! He really knows his stuff and made the…read moreclass very engaging and I walked away feeling like I learned a lot!

I attended the CCW class through Firearm Training Pros, and it surpassed all of my expectations…read more They go above and beyond the basics of the CCW laws, and give you pointers on how to be a responsible and effective firearms carrier. So many points were addressed that I never even considered! This just goes to show that Firearm Training Pros wants responsible and knowledgeable individuals to carry. I highly recommend this program through Firearm Training Pros!

Lonnie is a great instructor and very knowledgeable ,He made us aware of the laws and regulations…read moreto be a concealed carry holder .

Lonnie is an amazing teacher. He knows the material, gives relevant situations and keeps you…read moreengaged. The range training was on target. Passed my CCL and first renewal under his guidance!

Daughter danced here for 4 years only reason we left was we moved out of state. Class instructors…read moreare amazing and talent is top notch in all genres of dance (hip hop, jazz, modern/lyrical, ballet and tap) for competition and regular daily dance instruction. The best part was the genuine family oriented organization it is from students to studio owner they truly care about each and every student and their goals and progress. Forever grateful what they taught our daughter and what she continues to carry with her.

Proud to be on the faculty of this wonderful suburban school. As a career artist, Artistic Director…read moreand teacher, this is the only school in the suburbs at which I teach. It's a long trip for me to come to Steps from Chicago, where I spend the rest of my time working with my professional dance company Chicago Repertory Ballet, and the reason why I make the trip every week is because the students are polite, hard working and focused, and my colleagues are hard working, passionate professionals. I think Steps Dance Center works hard to offer professional, top notch training while still working to create a caring environment that is student focused. I believe this is a place where students learn well, and have fun, and one does not always see both of these at every dance school. Stop by, check it out. You'll see students smiling, dancing, training and learning.