The world is a dangerous place, and the rules that govern how we can go about protecting ourselves are incredibly complicated and overwhelming.

Our instructors have spent careers studying the art of firearms usage, lawful conceal carry, use of force, and self defense. Let the instructors of Down Range lay things out simply in an easy to understand way for you to learn.

After working with us you’ll be able to win any threat that confronts you. You’ll understand your rights, how and when you can defend yourselves, and you will have developed the skills you need to avoid the fight before it even happens.

The road to self defense is a long one. Join us at Down Range and we’ll help you to be able turn this dangerous world, into a safer place for you and those you care about.

Matt founded Down Range LLC in 2013. Matt has been an active Police Officer for over 15 years, and has Master Firearms Instruction, Sniper Instruction, and Conceal Carry classes under his belt. He loves teaching and being involved in the community.

Instructor Courses: Illinois Concealed Carry License and Renewals, Basic and Enhanced Sniper School, Dry Fire Sessions, Defensive and Close-Quarter Handgun, Defensive and Close-Quarter Carbine, Force on Force Decision Making, Red Dot Handgun, Handgun Maintenance and Cleaning

Brad is currently the Down Range shop manager and is often involved in making sure the classes are being run smoothly. Besides becoming an instructor, Brad regularly trains and makes his appearances at local classes as a student.

Instructor Courses: Illinois Conceal Carry License and Renewals, Defensive Handgun, Force on Force Decision Making

Kyla has a diverse skillset within Down Range as she manages the social media, marketing, and day-to-day operations at the shop. Kyla is certified as an instructor and has been teaching our Ladies Only Classes as well as assisting in our CCL Classes! Kyla regularly participates in classes and loves to learn more about firearms and the firearm industry. 

Instructor Courses: Illinois Conceal Carry License and Renewals, Ladies Only Handgun Classes

Cory’s one of the guys you’ll see in the shop, helping out in classes, and teaching our Stop the Bleed Emergency Response Class. Cory is an active police officer with years of experience and exited from the Marine Corps in 2017. He’s also in charge of making those nifty drone videos you see posted from time to time.

Instructor Courses: Basic and Enhanced Stop the Bleed Emergency Medical Response

Mark brings Matt’s ideas of how the shop should look to life.  Mark is always learning, making appearances in local classes as a student and RSO.  Mark was adopted into Down Range because of his dedication and motivation in classes over the last few years.