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Concealed Carry Class

Private class held at student location or at instructor discretion

Course Materials:

LAWS: State & Federal
FIREARM TRAINING: Basic & Advanced

Authorized Firearms Instructor with Illinois State Police Firearms Services Bureau

Carl Kelly
(630) 886-8177


Concealed Carry Class

Private class held at student location or at instructor discretion

Course Materials—

LAWS: State & Federal
FIREARM TRAINING: Basic & Advanced

Authorized Firearms Instructor with Illinois State Police Firearms Services Bureau

Carl Kelly
(630) 886-8177

Carl Kelly

Owner, Authorized Firearms Instructor with Illinois State Police Firearms Services Bureau

It’s Time to Protect Yourself

“Firearm training is based on safety for yourself and others and no accidental shooting. At Protect Yourself, you will learn everything you need to know about firearms and ammunition, in addition to avoiding being arrested — or worse — being sued.

My course is tailored for beginners, especially females, who never held a firearm. Safety for yourself and others is the foundation of my course. No firearm or ammunition is allowed in the classroom. As your instructor, I will provide all the necessary materials for classroom and live gun range qualification.”

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Derrell Croft
8 October 2026
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I had a great experience. The instructor was engaging, informative, and helpful, explaining the material clearly and providing useful guidance throughout. He made me feel comfortable and relaxed, and he was a comedian as well.
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D Jones
7 October 2026
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Carl Kelly was the best instructor, ever he made the class very interesting. I recommend this class and I recommend him. I’ve learned a lot and I feel that I can be safe with what I know.
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Tawanda Smith
4 October 2026
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This class was Amazing. He definitely kept everyone attention. He is also a comedian lol.
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OCTAVIA Burnett
26 July 2026
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Carl is the real deal 👌 he is an excellent teacher and he want stop until you understand the material as well as how to handle a firearm safety Michael and I are so grateful the lord allowed our path to cross
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Terrence Rogers
12 April 2026
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Brother Carl was excellent, professional and very knowledgeable. He made me feel real comfortable handling the firearm and taught us tons of safety things that I feel very confident about. I’d recommend his course 10 times out of 10
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Stevie Burchett
30 March 2026
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Took the conceal carry class with Carl. He was very professional, organized, and thorough! Glad to have had this experience under his expertise!
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Charity Jackson
29 March 2026
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Carl is an awesome person he help me get over my fear he’s the man to do it I’m really forever grateful for you I’m telling y’all he gets the job done I thank you sooo much
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lamoya25
9 March 2026
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Mr Kelly’s concealed carry class was amazing. He is very patient with making sure everyone grasped the knowledge he shared. The experience was fun and everything was explained in its simplest form. I will be using him again for more one on one training because of is patience and teaching patterns. He builds confidence in you.
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Sharon Samuels
8 March 2026
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Hey there good people. I learned so many things in the concealed to carry class. Carl K, is a great Trainer. He was patient, funny, answer any questions, and most of all, he is a man of God I would recommend him to all that need to take this Class.
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Sharon Sammuels
8 March 2026
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Carl Kelly, concealed to carry class I liked how the instructor took his time to explain everything. He was very patient, and answered questions. Carl Kelly taught me everything I needed to know about different guns, how to shoot and protect myself. He is a man of God and I would recommend him to whomever want to take the class.

Your Protect Yourself Complete Package Includes

Firearm Training

Safety (No accidental shooting)
Handling (How to handle and aim)
Firearm Types and Parts (Semi-Automatic and Revolver)
Ammunition (Caliber Types and Cartridge Components)
Firearm Cleaning (Materials Used)
Storage
 (Types of Gun Safes)
Shooting Fundamentals (How to Shoot)

State and Federal Laws

430 ILCS 66/10(h): Interaction with Law Enforcement
430 ILCS 66/65: Prohibited Areas and Parking Lots Exception
720 ILCS 5/7-1:
 Use of Force in Defense of a Person
720 ILCS 5/7-2: Use of Force in Defense of Dwelling
720 ILCS 5/7-3: Use of Force in Defense of Other Property
720 ILCS 24/1 et. seq.: Unlawful Use of Weapons

What People Are Saying About Protect Yourself

See more testimonials here!

Officer Banks

Active Police Officer

“My shooting skills were enhanced in just two lessons at the gun range. I was surprised. Protect Yourself is the best.”

Mike I.

“Carl’s class is fun and exciting. I learned that safety for others and myself is Carl’s fundamental training. I was surprised at the gun range on how well I could shoot.”

Clarissa C.

“At first, I was nervous going into the gun range; before I knew it, I was done shooting. Thanks Carl for your firearm training.”

Samuel H.

“Carl is a serious instructor. His class is fun and intense at the same time. I learned a lot.”

David R.

“Information is repeated several times to make sure you understand; I really enjoyed the class. BAM! BAM!”

Art Burton

Retired History Professor

“The gun instruction is thorough. I’m now able to shoot better than before. I could not have learned from a better instructor.”

Dorrel B.

“Your teaching was phenomenal. I really appreciate your patience. I encourage everyone to take the class.”