Trigger Talent

Trigger Talent operates out of Alton, Illinois with one clear focus: training shooters who know their handgun and can handle real-world situations. The instructors have combined over 90 years in championship, tactical, and practical shooting—and it shows. They've licensed over 5,500 students with a perfect safety record.

16-Hour Concealed Carry Course ($155, $95 veterans/active duty) - Saturday & Sunday, 8am–4pm at Alton VFW Post 1308 - Covers marksmanship fundamentals, firearm safety in home/vehicle/on-person, handgun maintenance, ammunition basics, and selecting the right gun for your needs - Shoot 30-50 rounds live fire on Sunday - Lunch included; no FOID card required - Certifies for both Illinois and optional Florida concealed carry licenses (covers 35 states total) - Free Saturday attendance for veterans with DD214

3-Hour CCW Renewal Course ($50) - Sunday mornings, 8am–11am - Two hours on law updates, one hour live fire (30-50 rounds) - Multiple dates throughout the year

5-Hour Defensive Handgun Class ($125) - 9am–2pm at The Proving Ground Range, Godfrey - Advanced skills: drawing from concealment, malfunction drills, moving while shooting, multiple threat engagement, vehicle defense, home defense scenarios - Limited to 15 students per class - Requires 200 rounds ammo, concealable handgun - Described as "intense"—designed to take average citizens to extreme confidence levels

Small Group Classes ($50/student) - Custom instruction tailored to your needs - Basic handling through advanced tactical shooting

"You will learn more than the state says is necessary and what any other class teaches."

Two or three highly qualified instructors run every class. They don't just cover minimum state requirements—marksmanship fundamentals get real attention, even for experienced shooters. Safety is enforced: range officers on the firing line at all times. Veterans get price breaks and free Saturday pistol fundamentals.

Locations & Contact - Class instruction: Alton VFW Post 1308, 4445 N. Alby St., Alton, IL 62002 - Live fire: The Proving Ground Range, 15205 U.S. Hwy. 67, Godfrey, IL 62035 - Phone: (618) 972-1600 - Email: [email protected]