About Condition Yellow Academy
Condition Yellow Academy is our professional solution for expert firearms training.
We provide Illinois Concealed Carry and Concealed Carry Renewal classes, alongside a variety of beginner and advanced training opportunities available at 3 locations.
We extend our services to provide private training tailored to both individuals and groups.
Our classes cover an extensive range of topics, from basic understanding of firearm ownership and safety to acquiring a concealed carry permit, or mastering defensive handgun, shotgun, and rifle skills essential for personal protection.
Our Arlington Heights classroom is located within our full-service gun shop and FFL.
Classes
We offer a wide variety of classes that range from beginner classes for those that have never even held a gun before, to advanced training, including defensive pistol, defensive carbine, and defensive shotgun classes. See our Other Classes page for more information on these classes. Our 16 hour concealed carry class is an excellent way to introduce yourself to basic firearm handling as well as for familiarizing yourself with Illinois firearm laws. This class is also a requirement in order to receive a concealed carry permit in Illinois. Call us: 847-341-5711
- Arlington Heights Concealed Carry Classes
- Crystal Lake Concealed Carry Classes
- 3-Hour CCW Renewal Class
- Introduction to Pistol Shooting
- USCCA Instructor Certification Course
- USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals
- Pistol Shooting Level I
- Range Safety Officer (RSO)
- NRA Personal Protection In The Home
- USCCA Countering The Mass Shooter Threat
- Defensive Pistol I
- Defensive Tactical Rifle (AR-15 & AK-47 Type Rifles)
- Advanced CCW
- Defensive Shotgun I
- Defensive Tactical Rifle II (AR-15 & AK-47 Type Rifles)
- Defensive Pistol Night Shoot
- Defensive Pistol II
Reviews
Posted on Gus KTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Wonderful people! Instructor Dave is a great man. Very knowledgeable, kind, patient, funny and helpful. Best group of people I've been around (including those at the range). The drive up to Crystal Lake was peaceful and beautiful. Never knew what a great town it was. They were also lightning fast to email back when looking to choose a CCL service. I emailed 5 local services and only Condition Yellow Academy wrote back within the hour (Thank you Allison). I booked and completed within 24 hours, got my certificate, and the other 4 services have yet to write back. I have recommended a few family members who will be using them next. Thank you guys. With your help I continue to protect my family and because of that you are very special people for what you do. God bless you! 🇺🇲 #2APosted on Alek PirkhaloTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was acquainted with Condition Yellow Academy just recently, but I can already say that Allison is very helpful, extremely accommodating and just an amazing person. Thank you!Posted on Tierra AndersonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a great experience with instructor Lyle. He was amazing, so informative, and provided us with so much information that i believe all firearm holders should have. Prices are affordable for the ccl training class. I thank you for your time !Posted on Byron HarrisTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I attended the 16 hour Illinois CCW class in Crystal Lake this past weekend. The instructor was Dave Mogdans. Dave was extremely knowledgeable and personable and he made the class enjoyable. I learned things that will help me be a better concealed carrier. I will definitely seek out CYA for the renewal class in five years.Posted on Brian CutlerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. After 5 years we went back to Condition Yellow Academy to renew our concealed carry permit and we were very happy with how smooth the process was. We went for the shooting test then had the class room session sent in the paperwork online to the state and we were renewed. It was very easy and fast. Myself and my wife went for the Illinois Concealed Carry Class and found all the instructors very friendly and interesting and very willing to help with shooting techniques. 16 hours is a long course but Jake, Pete, and Steve made the course interesting and fun. We will definitely be taking additional training classes from them.Posted on BoiBoiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The woman who did my overpriced transfer was extremely rude, standoffish and unprofessional. Go somewhere else for your transfer needs!!!Posted on Gabriel TanaseTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent Location and great customer service. Steve the owner has always been helpful and is a stellar guy.Posted on ArbinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A great FFL with a fairly priced transfer fee. Also Ms. Allison is such a joy to talk to. She is kind, professional, and truly great. Thank you for accommodating me during my time of need. You all have earned my business.Posted on BrandonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I recently attended CYA's advanced CCW class. This is the second class I have taken with them. I can't say enough positive things about my experience. The instructors Steve and Allison are knowledgeable and always take the time to make sure the participants understand what is being presented. The environment is both safe and fun. I highly recommend their classes.
