What they offer
Firearm instructor
- Format
- In person
- Also teaches in
- Woodstock, IL
Gun shop
- Sales
- In store and online
- Services
- Special orders
- Sells
- Accessories, ammunition, firearms, knives and optics
Prices
As published by the business.
- Fingerprinting services $60 per service · Optional live-scan fingerprinting for the CCW application to speed up the background check.
Discounts
- Groups of 10 or more Group discounts available on request; contact before registering for classes
Classes
As published by the business.
| Class | Format | Length | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family and Children's Firearm SafetyA 3-hour basics course for students age 8-15 covering the 4 Universal Firearm Safety Rules, firearm and ammunition fundamentals, safe handling, accident prevention, and safe storage, with live…Who it’s for: Students age 8-15Included and extra costs: Live air-soft range time included | Format: In person | Length: 3 hr | $90 | Official page for Family and Children's Firearm Safety, Lightning Defense Academy |
| Outdoor Carbine Rifle FundamentalsTransition from static indoor shooting to an outdoor dynamic environment for intermediate shooters, covering moving and shooting from multiple positions (standing, kneeling) and managing mechanical… | Format: In person | Length: 1 hr 30 min | Official page for Outdoor Carbine Rifle Fundamentals, Lightning Defense Academy | |
| Concealed Carry and Home Defense FundamentalsA two-day, 16-hour state-approved Illinois concealed carry course covering conflict avoidance, home defense, handgun/shotgun/AR-15 basics, shooting fundamentals, and the legal aspects of using deadly…Who it’s for: Beginners and experienced gun ownersIncluded and extra costs: Ammunition can be purchased in store; Gun rentals available at the range for an additional fee; Live-fire range time includedProvider’s credential claim: Provider states this is a state-approved concealed carry class that will qualify if you choose to apply for your concealed carry license. (credential source captured October 17, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 16 hr | $175 | Official page for Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals, Lightning Defense Academy |
| Dynamic Pistol (Outdoor) Woodstock, ILOutdoor dynamic range training teaching stepping off the line, moving your shooting, increased rate of fire, holster draw, and other intermediate principles, taking skills beyond basic range practice… | Format: In person | Length: 2 hr 30 min | Official page for Dynamic Pistol (Outdoor) Woodstock, IL, Lightning Defense Academy | |
| Women's Handgun and Self Defense FundamentalsA 4-hour USCCA course created by a woman for women, covering handgun basics, situational awareness, ammunition types, malfunctions, defensive pistol fundamentals, and the use of deadly force, with…Who it’s for: Women new to firearms or seeking to improveIncluded and extra costs: Ammunition can be purchased in store; Gun rentals available at the range for an additional fee; Live-fire range time included | Format: In person | Length: 4 hr | $109 | Official page for Women's Handgun and Self Defense Fundamentals, Lightning Defense Academy |
| Women's Self-Defense and Shooting ClubRecurring monthly women's self-defense and shooting club meeting held on a Friday evening starting at 6 p.m.Who it’s for: Women | Format: In person | Official page for Women's Self-Defense and Shooting Club, Lightning Defense Academy | ||
| Concealed Carry - Military Veteran (Day 2 Only)Fast-track Illinois CCW certification with specialized training for veterans, covering the second day of the concealed carry course.Who it’s for: Military veterans | Format: In person | Official page for Concealed Carry - Military Veteran (Day 2 Only), Lightning Defense Academy | ||
| Concealed Carry En EspanolSpanish-language delivery of the 16-hour Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals course covering conflict avoidance, situational awareness, home defense, handgun/shotgun/AR-15 basics, shooting…Who it’s for: Spanish-speaking students | Format: In person | Length: 16 hr | Official page for Concealed Carry En Espanol, Lightning Defense Academy | |
| Emergency First Aid FundamentalsA 4-hour USCCA first-aid course covering patient assessment, traumatic and medical emergencies, and building your own first-aid kit, using simulated patients and real products.Who it’s for: BeginnersIncluded and extra costs: Simulated-patient scenarios with real products or field expedients | Format: In person | Length: 4 hr | $79 | Official page for Emergency First Aid Fundamentals, Lightning Defense Academy |
| Men's Basic Handgun and Self DefenseA 4-hour class designed by men for men covering the fundamentals of accurate and safe shooting and the skills required for self-defense, with live-fire range time.Who it’s for: Men new to firearms or seeking to improveIncluded and extra costs: Ammunition can be purchased in store; Gun rentals available at the range for an additional fee; Live-fire range time included | Format: In person | Length: 4 hr | $109 | Official page for Men's Basic Handgun and Self Defense, Lightning Defense Academy |
| USCCA Legal Seminar with Dave McDermott | Format: In person | Official page for USCCA Legal Seminar with Dave McDermott, Lightning Defense Academy | ||
| IL Concealed Carry RenewalA 3-hour state-approved course to renew an expiring Illinois CCL, covering changes to the laws and a live range requalification session.Who it’s for: Individuals renewing an expiring CCLIncluded and extra costs: Ammunition can be purchased in store; Gun rentals available at the range for an additional fee; Live-fire range time includedProvider’s credential claim: Provider states this is a state-approved concealed carry class that will qualify for license renewal. (credential source captured October 17, 2026) | Format: In person | Length: 3 hr | $75 | Official page for IL Concealed Carry Renewal, Lightning Defense Academy |
Near Crystal Lake
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- Guns-N-SuchMcHenry, IL · 8.7 mi
- Patriot Arms LLCWonder Lake, Illinois · 11.1 mi
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Sources and corrections
Sources: ldaonlinestore.com.
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