Paladin Tactical

Paladin Tactical provides firearms and tactical training backed by active and retired law enforcement expertise. Their motto—Semper Vigilans (always vigilant)—reflects their core premise: Prepare, Train, Carry.

They run a full range of courses suited to civilians and law enforcement:

Concealed Carry & Licensing - Illinois 16-hour Concealed Carry License (CCL) - Illinois 8-hour CCL for those with prior training credits - Illinois 3-hour CCL Renewal

Pistol Series A new progression-based pistol lineup includes Pistol 101 and 201 (introductory), plus Dynamic Pistol 1 & 2 and specialized classes like team pistol and close-quarters oriented instruction.

Tactical Programs - Tactical Carbine Series - Tactical Carbine/Pistol combined courses - Vehicle Strategies and Tactics - Active Threat Response - Close Quarter Tactics (CQB) for pistol and carbine - Introduction to Pistol Optics

Specialized Training - Women's Handgun & Personal Safety - Children's Firearm Safety - Church Security Team Training (with free presentations on security planning) - CQB training (law enforcement only)

All training and consulting personnel are current or retired law enforcement personnel with considerable experience in their areas of expertise.

They offer private group courses with flat-rate pricing based on group size, plus individual instruction at hourly rates (2-hour minimum). Custom training can be arranged to meet specific needs.

They're also expanding—a dedicated CQB training facility is planned for early spring 2026, and airsoft training options are coming soon to expand their close-quarters options both at the range and off-site.

• •Location: Paladin Tactical Academy, 3123 Kircher Rd., Arenzville, IL 62611