Nov12–142026
Skills and Drills Workshops
Focused practice in a shorter instructional format. Offered on a limited basis.
No dates are scheduled yet. Leave your contact information and DMEC will let you know when the next class is posted.
- Duration
- 4 hours or less
- Level
- Varies by workshop
- Format
- Live fire · 4 hours or less
- Who can attend
- Open enrollment
About this course
Skills and drills workshops are offered on a limited basis. These are shortened blocks of instruction, four hours or less, because block learning is shown to be better for long-term retention.
Each workshop focuses on a specific topic on a specific weapons platform.
What you’ll work on
- One topic per workshop
- One weapons platform per workshop
- Short blocks for long-term retention
Prerequisites
Contact DMEC to confirm the experience, eligibility, and documentation required for this course.
Before you attend
- You must be 21 years of age, a legal US citizen, and able to possess a firearm under state and federal law. Illinois residents must hold a valid FOID card.
- Students under 21 may attend when a parent or guardian also attends the class as a student.
- Classes are shot on DMEC’s private outdoor range about 20 minutes west of Rockford, rain or shine. Check the forecast the day before and dress for the weather.
- Every student signs a waiver of liability before class starts.
What to bring
- The firearm, holster or sling, and magazines for the workshop’s platform.
- Eye and ear protection.
- Ammunition: DMEC confirms the round count for each workshop.
Upcoming open enrollment classes
Nov142026