Pbf Training

Personal Best Firearms Training Inc. operates out of Saint Charles, Illinois with a roster of instructors who bring military backgrounds and professional training experience. Every instructor holds certifications from the National Rifle Association (NRA), Illinois State Police (ISP), Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Natural Resources (DNR), and other respected firearms organizations.

Their approach centers on safety, integrity, and professionalism. Every course is built to develop responsible gun owners through clear instruction, practical training, and real-world application—not corporate platitudes.

Illinois Concealed Carry - Illinois CCL Certification ($210) – 16 hours classroom plus 1-hour marksmanship qualification at a local gun range. This is the course that meets the state training requirement. - CCL Renewal ($75) – 3-hour review covering Illinois firearms laws, concealed carry requirements, use-of-force law, and legal issues affecting licensees.

Defensive Training - NRA Personal Protection in the Home ($135) - NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home ($225) – Two levels: Level I (8 hrs) covers fundamentals; Level II adds 4-6 hours of range work - NRA Defensive Pistol ($145) – Holster draw, rapid fire, point shooting, shooting from cover, emergency reloads, malfunction response, shooting under stress, multiple targets, and moving - Defensive Shotgun I ($145) – Marksmanship and equipment for home defense - Defensive Shotgun II ($195) – Advanced tactics and strategy

Long-Range & Precision - Medium Range Rifle – Up to 600 Yards ($245) – MOA and MIL scope zeroing, wind compensation, rifle and ammunition characteristics - Fundamentals of Rifle Scopes ($85) – 3-hour course on scope anatomy, MOA/MRAD systems, installation, zeroing, range estimation, troubleshooting

Active Shooter Response - Run, Hide, Fight ($35) – Strategy seminar for evaluating response options during an active shooter event - Active Shooter Response Plans – Custom programs for businesses, medical facilities, and educational institutions (contact for quotes)

Ammunition & Reloading - Metallic Cartridge Reloading ($130) – 8-hour NRA course on centerfire reloading safety, components, equipment, and process - Shotgun Shell Reloading ($110) – 8-hour course on shotgun casing components, equipment, and loading process

Range Safety Officer Training - NRA Range Safety Officer ($125) – RSO roles, standard operating procedures, range inspections, rules briefing, malfunction handling, emergency procedures

One-on-One & Administrative Help - Firearms - Personal Training ($45/hour) – Custom instruction on pistol, rifle, or shotgun operations and marksmanship (range rental extra) - FOID/CCL Assistance ($25/hour) – Help submitting Illinois FOID, CCL, and other firearm documents

Personal Best Firearms Training Inc. 3N390 Ponderosa Drive Saint Charles, IL 60175 (630) 248-0660 [email protected] Hours: By appointment only, 8 AM – 5 PM

Gift certificates available in any amount, redeemable for any training course.

They focus on building fundamentals and safe decision-making rather than gimmicks. Their courses incorporate modern firearms, ammunition types, optics, and safety gear—so students get hands-on exposure to real equipment. The combination of military-trained staff, NRA certification, and Illinois-specific legal instruction makes them a reliable source for both new shooters and those seeking advanced defensive skills.

Whether you're getting your first Illinois CCL, renewing, taking defensive pistol, or learning reloading—they've got the schedule and expertise. Check their class schedule for current offerings and group discounts.