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Archetype of the Gun operates three training locations across the Chicago area: Shore Galleries Training Center in Lincolnwood, Aurora Sportsman Club in Waterman, and The Compound in Crete. Owner Erik Tweedt—a medically retired Chicago Fire Department paramedic—started this company specifically to a...
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Archetype of the Gun operates three training locations across the Chicago area: Shore Galleries Training Center in Lincolnwood, Aurora Sportsman Club in Waterman, and The Compound in Crete. Owner Erik Tweedt—a medically retired Chicago Fire Department paramedic—started this company specifically to address what standard offerings miss: shooters who can't take 2-5 days off work for traditional courses.
"My goal is not just to get you to pass a qualification, but to make sure you are competent and confident in your skills."
He holds certifications from Rangemaster, Handgun Combatives (multiple levels), NRA, Illinois State Police, and the Illinois Department of Public Health as a licensed paramedic and lead instructor.
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Private sessions | $125/hour (starting rate) |
| Children under 18 | Free with paid adult (1st class) |
| Open enrollment | Varies by location |
Philosophy: "What you learn here is 'A way' not 'The way.'" Tweedt encourages guided self-discovery and growth rather than dogmatic instruction.
Beyond firearms instruction, Tweedt brings EMS expertise: - IDPH Licensed Paramedic & Lead Instructor - NAEMSE Lead Instructor - TECC Recognized Educational Partner - ACLS/PEPP/PALS/PHTLS/CPR certified - Critical Care Paramedic (LUMC/UBMC) - Tactical EMS provider - American Heart Association Instructor
Classes are designed around you, not a fixed schedule. Whether you're considering your first handgun or have a lifetime of shooting experience, curriculum and pacing adapt to your skill level and life constraints. The focus is defensive firearm mastery: the essential skills you need before, during, and after a deadly force encounter.
Archetype recognizes that "having a broad spectrum of skills" matters. They regularly host prominent instructors visiting the Chicago area, giving students access to specialized training without traveling.
Phone: (773) 354-5532 Email: [email protected] Training Locations: - Shore Galleries Training Center, Lincolnwood, IL - Aurora Sportsman Club, Waterman, IL - The Compound, Crete, IL
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