Securing Your Defense
Maximizing Your Safety
Expert Firearms Training | Self-Defense | Security Consulting
Getting Chicago Locked & Loaded
We understand the importance of feeling safe and secure in today's world. Whether you're a civilian looking to enhance your personal defense skills or a security professional seeking advanced training, we're here to provide top-tier firearms training, security consulting, and personal defense solutions tailored to your needs.
Certification Courses
We serve individuals looking to learn the fundamentals and even seasoned professionals seeking to expand their expertise. Our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. Upon completion of any of our courses, you'll receive a certificate attesting to your newfound knowledge and capabilities, ready to take on whatever challenges may come your way.
Concealed Carry
Certification (16-Hr, $160)
Interested in obtaining your concealed carry license? Prepare yourself for responsibly carrying a concealed firearm in public spaces, with a focus on legalities, situational awareness, and defensive tactics. Our fee includes the usage of firearms, ammunition, range fees, qualification targets, and simulated classroom weapon practice. Additionally, we extend an 8-hour course tailored for active duty, retired, and honorably discharged service members, as well as qualified law enforcement and corrections officers.
Home Defense
Certification
Empower yourself with our Home Defense Certification services, designed to instill confidence in your capacity to safeguard yourself, your household, and those you cherish. Through hands-on self-defense training, you'll acquire practical skills and strategies to effectively respond to potential threats within your home environment. Our program goes beyond generic approaches, offering specialized techniques tailored to real-world scenarios, ensuring readiness for any situation. For women seeking to enhance their security posture, we provide tailored self-defense instruction, empowering them with the tools and confidence to protect themselves and their loved ones.
Renewal Concealed Carry Certification (3-Hr, $65)
Renew your Concealed Carry Certification swiftly and conveniently with our comprehensive 3-hour course. Designed for flexibility without compromising on quality, our certification ensures you stay compliant with current regulations while sharpening your defensive skills. Our expert instructors cover situational awareness techniques and advanced defensive tactics to enhance your preparedness. Our renewal course provides the knowledge and confidence needed to responsibly carry a concealed firearm in public spaces.
Basic Firearms Safety
& Handling Courses
Build firearms proficiency with our Basic Firearms Safety & Handling Course, crafted to instill essential skills and knowledge for safe and responsible gun ownership. Led by our seasoned instructors, this course offers a comprehensive overview of firearm safety protocols, handling techniques, and storage practices. Our curriculum covers everything from firearm anatomy to proper shooting stances with a focus on practical, hands-on learning. Gain the confidence and competence needed to handle firearms safely and responsibly in any situation.
Specialized Training For
Security Personnel
Elevate the proficiency and effectiveness of your security personnel with our specialized training programs tailored to meet the demands of modern security environments. Our comprehensive curriculum covers a wide range of essential skills, including threat assessment, crisis management, de-escalation techniques, and conflict resolution. Led by experienced instructors with backgrounds in law enforcement, military, and private security, our training programs are designed to equip security personnel with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to handle diverse security challenges confidently and effectively. Our programs can be customized to meet your specific needs and objectives.
Security Consulting
& Assessments
We offer expertise in security consulting, risk assessments, and threat analysis to safeguard your assets and personnel. Our team of seasoned security professionals brings decades of experience in identifying vulnerabilities and developing comprehensive strategies to mitigate risks effectively. Through meticulous risk assessments and in-depth threat analysis, we provide actionable insights tailored to your organization's unique needs and operational environment. Whether you're a corporation, government agency, or private entity, we deliver!
“At Locked & Loaded, we deliver customized security and protection solutions. We understand that one size does not fit all when it comes to safety and security. That's why we tailor our training programs and consulting services to meet your specific needs and objectives. We even offer individual and group training sessions. Get Locked & Loaded!”
— Christian Vining, CEO & Master Trainer
Christian Vining, CEO
In my dual role as CEO and Master Trainer of Locked & Loaded, alongside serving as the Executive Officer of Page Security and Investigations, Inc. (PSI), I bring forth 30+ years of mastery in security operations management and firearms instruction. Holding licenses as a firearms instructor and home defense specialist in the State of Illinois, I bring expertise honed through diverse roles, including Chief of the Illinois Police Reserves organization (currently inactive). My repertoire extends to de-escalation and violence prevention training, alongside previous roles as Project Security Manager and Security Operations Manager for National Financial Accounts and healthcare Security Management. With eight years of military service as a Combat Infantry Soldier and Recruiting and Retention Officer, I possess specialized proficiencies in sharpshooting, weapons tactics, hand-to-hand combat, and leadership development. I created Locked & Loaded to deliver tailored security protocols and procedures to safeguard your assets, personnel, and premises. Get secure with us!
Credentials & Certifications
Illinois Concealed Carry Firearms Instructor
USCCA Firearms Instructor
De-Escalation & Violence Prevention Instructor
EMS Safety: CPR, First-Aid & AED Certification
Watch Us in Action
Hone your shooting skills with our expert instructors, from precision shooting to tactical scenarios. Learn what the security pros know. At Locked & Loaded, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality training and consulting services, prioritizing safety, professionalism, and integrity every step of the way. Keep yourself secure, vigilant, and ready for any situation through our training and certification programs.