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17 programs / 4 instructors
In person, Online
Top Shot Academy
Firearms Training in Elgin, IL
Top Shot Academy is an Illinois State Police-approved training provider offering concealed carry classes in Elgin, IL and Chicago (by appointment), with NRA-certified instructors.
- Phone
- +16304744466
- Website
- topshotacademy.com
- Directions
- Open map directions
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- Public access is listed.
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What services are available?
Retail store
Are classes listed?
17 course offerings
How is training offered?
In person, Online
Training Programs
17 training programs are listed; showing the first 12.
Course CCW Beginner
16-Hour Illinois Concealed Carry Permit Class
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 16 hours
Initial Firearms Curriculum must be at least 16 hours of in-person instruction covering firearm safety, basic principles of marksmanship, care and cleaning of a concealable firearm, all applicable State and Federal laws relating to ownership, storage, carry, and transportation of a firearm, and weapon handling.
Course CCW
8-Hour IL CCW Compliance Class
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 8 hours
Required for those seeking to complete the second half of the 16-hour requirement. Covers components #4 and #5: State & Federal laws relating to firearms, and weapon handling.
Course CCW
Florida & Arizona Concealed Carry Permit Adder
- Format
- In Person
Add-on course for Illinois CCW students seeking additional state permits. Includes training on Florida and Arizona firearm laws.
Course Defensive
Home Defense & Street Survival
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 8 hours
Course
Personalized Hourly Instruction
- Format
- In Person
Course Beginner
Intro to Competition Shooting
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 4 hours
Course
Holster Skills & Drills
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 4 hours
Course Beginner Women
WIG-OUT - Women's Intro to Guns Outing
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 4 hours
Course NRA Beginner
NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 8 hours
Foundational pistol training covering safety, shooting fundamentals, and ammunition knowledge.
Course NRA Beginner Defensive
NRA Basic Personal Protection In the Home Course
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 8 hours
Training focused on home defense with firearms, including legal and ethical considerations.
Course NRA Beginner Defensive
NRA Basics of Personal Protection Outside the Home Course
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 8 hours
Training focused on personal protection in public environments, including situational awareness and legal use of force.
Course NRA Defensive
NRA Defensive Pistol
- Format
- In Person
- Duration
- , 8 hours
Listing Snapshot
- Primary category
- Shooting Ranges
- Also listed as
- Firearm Instructors
- Google rating
- 4.5 from 127 reviews
- ZIP
- 60123
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Profile Details
Range Access
- Range detail status
- Only limited range layout details are structured.
- Access signal
- Public
- Max distance
- 100 yards
Training and Classes
- Established
- 2013
- Training types
- In person, Online
- Certifications
- Illinois State Police Approved Instructor, NRA Certified Instructors
- Regions served
- IL
- Service bundles
- Private Instruction
Instructor Roster
Chip Eberhart
Concealed Carry USPSA Concealed Carry USPSA NRA Certified Firearms Instructor Illinois State Police Approved Instructor United States Concealed Carry Association Certified Instructor Utah BCI Certified CCW Instructor
Illinois State Police Approved Instructor, NRA Certified Firearms Instructor, United States Concealed Carry Association Certified Instructor, Utah BCI Certified CCW Instructor, National Range Officers Institute Certified Range Safety Officer Member - Illinois Tactical Officer's Association - International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association -...
Tara Poremba
Concealed Carry USPSA Concealed Carry USPSA Bullseye NRA Certified Instructor Illinois State Police Approved Concealed Carry Instructor NRA Distinguished Pistol Award
20 years as a Police Officer; Marine Veteran; NRA Certified Instructor; Illinois State Police Approved Concealed Carry Instructor; NRA Distinguished Pistol Award; CMP Presidents 100 recipient, Police Top Gun Award, FBI Top Gun Award; USPSA Competitor, Champion Bullseye Shooter, Numerous State and Local Championships including Camp Perry.
Al Young
Concealed Carry Concealed Carry Swat USPSA NRA Certified Instructor: Basic Pistol, Rifle And Shotgun Utah BCI Certified Instructor Illinois State Police Approved Concealed Carry Instructor Career Law Enforcement Lieutenant With Over 20 Years Experience
Veteran Police Officer; Marine Veteran, NRA Certified Instructor: Basic Pistol , Rifle and Shotgun; Utah BCI Certified Instructor; Illinois State Police Approved Concealed Carry Instructor; SWAT Team member; USPSA Competitor.
Eric L. Webb
Concealed Carry Concealed Carry Active Shooter NRA Certified Instructor: Basic Pistol Illinois State Police Approved Concealed Carry Instructor Completed FEMA Active Shooter Course
Marine Veteran, NRA Certified Instructor: Basic Pistol; Illinois State Police Approved Concealed Carry Instructor; Completed FEMA "Active Shooter" Course; USPSA Competitor.
Concealed Carry Classes USPSA Competition Coaches Women Firearms Instruction
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Primary location: 812 S. Mclean, Elgin IL 60123
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Last reviewed: June 12, 2026.
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