Organizers
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Safeside Tactical
Instructor
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Bob HartwellNRA Certified InstructorBob is an NRA Certified Instructor proficient in Pistol, Rifle, and Reloading. Additionally, he serves as a Range Safety Officer and Long Range Rifle Instructor, and holds certification as an Illinois State Concealed Carry Instructor. An avid Shotgun enthusiast, Bob instructs NRA Basic Pistol and Basic Rifle courses, along with advanced shooting classes. Currently, he leads GAT Gun’s personalized 1-on-1 private instruction program, enhancing skills for shooters of all levels.
Bob assists numerous students in firearm selection by assessing their abilities and understanding their requirements. He advocates for a “try before you buy” approach to ensure satisfactory purchases. With expertise in ammunition handloading and both internal and external ballistics, Bob helps students improve their ammunition quality or begin the process.
With over 45 years of shooting experience, Bob integrates tactical and competitive shooting insights with scientific knowledge. This blend allows him to educate students comprehensively on safe shooting practices in an engaging and accessible manner.
NRA Basic Rifle
If you enjoy shooting rifles and have never taken a fundamentals class, the NRA Basic Rifle class is perfect for you. This 8-hour course covers rifle fundamentals, safety, various action types, cleaning, and caliber choices. You will learn and practice the five shooting positions: prone, sitting, kneeling, bench, and offhand, with coaching both in the classroom and on the range. Small bore rifles and ammunition are provided. Illinois residents do not need a FOID card to participate. This class sets you up for everything from plinking to long-range shooting.
- We supply small bore rifles and ammunition as part of this class.
- If you have a .22 rifle with open sights or an optic, you can bring it as well.
- You do not need a FOID card to take this course as you are under instruction by NRA Certified Instructors.
- You will receive the NRA Guide to The Basics of Rifle Shooting, a course completion certificate, a guide to the Winchester Marksmanship Program, and enjoy learning the fundamentals of rifle shooting.
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
