Organizers
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Excel Training Group
Instructors
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TD RoeNRA Certified InstructorTD Roe is a highly skilled firearms instructor with a passion for safety and competition shooting. An NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, TD brings years of experience to the range, making her adept at teaching both beginners and seasoned shooters. Her expertise extends beyond marksmanship, with a strong focus on safe firearm handling and knowledge. When not instructing, TD is likely pushing her limits in the world of competitive shooting, further solidifying her mastery of the sport.
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Bill ZellerNRA Certified InstructorBill is a highly decorated firearms professional with an unwavering commitment to safety and skill development.
NRA Certified Pistol Instructor: Bill possesses the knowledge and skills to guide you through proper firearm handling and safe shooting practices.
Illinois Approved Concealed Carry Instructor: Get the training and certification you need to carry concealed with confidence. Bill is your one-stop shop for Illinois CCW permit requirements.
National Range Officer Institute Certified Chief Range Safety Officer: Bill is a leader in range safety, ensuring a secure and controlled environment for all his students.
Proven Leadership: Bill’s experience as USPSA Program Director at both North Porter County CC (Chesterton, IN) and Oak Park Sportsmens Club (Plainfield, IL) showcases his dedication to the shooting sports community.
Match Director Expertise: Bill’s experience as IDPA Match Director at Excel IDPA and NPCCC further demonstrates his in-depth knowledge of competitive shooting and practical application of firearms skills.
Handgun Skill Builder
This is a Next Step class for the handgunner with some experience. The intent is for the shooter to build a higher level of proficiency with their chosen handgun. He or she should have at least 150-200 rounds of experience with the gun and know how to work it.
- Students bring their own handgun or rent one from GAT’s rental rack. Only one gun will be used in this class, in order to lock in the shooter with their choice of handgun.
- Multiple magazines or speedloaders are strongly recommended to keep refilling time to a minimum- four if possible. GAT has many magazines for sale downstairs if you wish to purchase more.
- In the classroom, we will first review shooting fundamentals and gunhandling skills, including more advanced techniques such as reloading, one-hand shooting, failure drills, and more.
- Then we go to the range for approximately 150 rounds of fast-paced live fire drills.
- This is a two and a half hour class, 6:00-8:30pm, and you will expend up to 150 rounds.
1 -35 = Beginner | 36-70 = Intermediate | 71-100 = Advanced
Class Cancellation / Reschedule Policy
- If you need to Cancel or Reschedule a class, you must call the store: 847-428-4867
- Cancellation / Reschedule of a class from one week to the day of the class is $50.00
