What they offer
- Format
- In person and mobile
- Also teaches in
- Chicago area and greater Chicagoland area
Classes
| Class | Format | Length | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpha Pistol BasicsBeginning handgun course covering pistol types, ammunition selection, fundamentals, safe handling, and handgun selection.Included and extra costs: A unique Alpha Koncepts proof-of-training certificate upon successful completion; Free firearm rental and 30 rounds of ammunitionProvider’s credential claim: The provider says successful students receive an Alpha Koncepts proof-of-training certificate; the class qualifies for half of Illinois’ 16-hour concealed-carry training requirement when the student also takes the second half with Alpha Koncepts. (credential source captured October 19, 2026) | Format: In person | Official page for Alpha Pistol Basics, Alpha Koncepts | |
| Illinois Concealed Carry License Renewal ClassRefresher on Illinois concealed-carry law and criminal code, including firearm handling, drawing from concealment, and live-fire qualification.Who it’s for: Illinois concealed-carry license holders nearing five-year renewalIncluded and extra costs: Coffee and water; Free manual; Free penProvider’s credential claim: The provider states the course satisfies the Illinois concealed-carry renewal class requirements and current ISP standards. (credential source captured October 19, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 3 hr | Official page for Illinois Concealed Carry License Renewal Class, Alpha Koncepts |
| NRA Basic PistolAt least eight hours of classroom and range instruction on revolvers and semiautomatic pistols, safety, operation, ammunition, fundamentals, range rules and cleaning.Who it’s for: Beginner or experienced shooters; mature children and teenagers accompanied by an adultIncluded and extra costs: NRA Basic Pistol Training Certificate upon successful completion; NRA guide, safety rules brochure, marksmanship qualification booklet, holster selection guideProvider’s credential claim: The provider states completion qualifies as full training for Arizona or Florida concealed-carry permits and counts toward 8 of Illinois' 16-hour training requirement. (credential source captured October 19, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 8 hr | Official page for NRA Basic Pistol, Alpha Koncepts |
| Critical Rifle Skills – Defensive Rifle 1Range-based live-fire defensive rifle instruction covering rifle operation, zeroes and holds, shooting positions, reloads, malfunction clearing and stress shooting. | Format: In person | Official page for Critical Rifle Skills – Defensive Rifle 1, Alpha Koncepts |
Near Park Ridge
The nearest firearms instructors USA Arms lists, by distance.
- DMZ Sporting GearPark Ridge, IL · 1.7 mi
- Maxon Shooter's Supplies & Indoor RangeDes Plaines, IL · 2.9 mi
- Concealed Carry Safety for Personal Defense IncNiles, IL · 3.1 mi
- Foundry Tactical CompanyHarwood Heights, IL · 4.9 mi
- Illinois Protect and ConcealChicago, IL · 4.9 mi
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Sources and corrections
Sources: alphakoncepts.com.
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