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A Profession Of Arms is built on the credentials of its owner, Glenn Bowles—a retired Air Force NCOIC in Combat Arms Training and Maintenance with 10 years as a SWAT officer and 25 years in law enforcement. He's NRA certified in law enforcement, personal protection, and basic pistol training, and se...
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A Profession Of Arms is built on the credentials of its owner, Glenn Bowles—a retired Air Force NCOIC in Combat Arms Training and Maintenance with 10 years as a SWAT officer and 25 years in law enforcement. He's NRA certified in law enforcement, personal protection, and basic pistol training, and served as a Use of Force Instructor and Subject Control Defensive Tactics Instructor for multiple law enforcement agencies.
"His professionalism combined with his decades of law enforcement, military, and competitive shooting experience culminate into the top CPL class around." — Gunner Russell, 5-star review
Glenn has been teaching CPL (Concealed Pistol License) courses for over 25 years. The business operates with zero corporate bureaucracy—training happens at his home facility in Shelby Township, Michigan, which customers consistently praise for creating a relaxed, focused learning environment.
What's included: - One-day CPL certification (also offers two-day advanced options and renewals) - Free firearm rentals for students - Free range time on private indoor and outdoor ranges - Concealed pistol applications provided same-day - NRA certification upon completion - Flexible scheduling: morning and evening classes, 7 days a week
Course Content: - Firearm safety fundamentals - Marksmanship and handgun operating skills - Michigan CPL law and current legal requirements - Deadly force laws and liability concerns - Concealed carry considerations - Insurance and self-defense liability
For shooters who've completed basic training, Glenn offers in-depth advanced courses covering:
| Training Focus | Details |
|---|---|
| Rifles | Long-range and tactical rifle instruction |
| Shotguns | Defensive and sporting shotgun techniques |
| Handguns | Beyond CPL basics into advanced pistol skills |
| Movement Exercises | Real-world mobility drills |
| Malfunction Drills | How to clear jams and failures |
| Emergency Reloading | Tactical reload procedures |
| Vehicle Threats | Defending while seated in a vehicle |
| Multiple Threats | Scenario-based threat management |
Glenn can bring advanced training to your location if your group size and facilities are appropriate—no need to travel.
For first-time shooters or families, A Profession Of Arms offers foundational safety courses covering proper handling, storage, maintenance, and Michigan firearms laws. Classes accommodate both youth and adults.
Glenn provides professional cleaning and maintenance for rifles, shotguns, and handguns at reasonable rates. This service is critical for hunters storing guns seasonally, carry guns that accumulate lint and perspiration, or any firearm that needs regular upkeep to maintain value and reliability. Most firearms are returned same-day or while you wait.
A Profession Of Arms serves: - Macomb County, MI - Oakland County, MI - Wayne County, MI - Surrounding areas in the Detroit Metropolitan region
Every customer review emphasizes the same thing: Glenn's decades of military and law enforcement experience translate into instruction that goes beyond "checking a box" for CPL certification. Students repeatedly mention:
"To anyone looking for a CPL class, I wouldn't look any further. Glen is the instructor you want to learn from." — Bradley Williamson
Phone: (586) 612-4578 Email: [email protected] Location: Shelby Township, MI Hours: Flexible scheduling available. Call to arrange morning or evening classes 7 days a week.
Gift certificates available.
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