Rick's Firearm Academy8:00 am - 5:00 pm$125
Michigan CPL Class – Saturday – $125
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Michigan CPL classes in Metro Detroit, taught by Rick Ector.
A one day concealed pistol license class at Recoil Firearms in Taylor. Classroom instruction, Michigan firearm law taught by an attorney, and live fire range time, with class size kept to 15 students.
- Meets the Michigan CPL training requirement
- Michigan firearm law taught by an attorney
- Live fire range time and a 30 round qualification
Class size kept to 15
716+
Five-star reviews
Since 2001
Teaching in Detroit
NRA
Training counselor
15 max
Students per class
How it works
Three steps to your Michigan CPL
1
Book online
Pick a class date below and reserve your seat. It takes a couple of minutes, and you can pay your deposit online.
2
Take the class
One day of classroom instruction, legal topics with an attorney, and live fire on the range at Recoil Firearms in Taylor.
3
Apply at your county clerk
Take your certificate to the county clerk, submit your application and fingerprints, and your license comes in the mail.
Meet your instructor
You have seen him on TV, now train with him in person
Rick Ector
NRA Training Counselor, Chief Range Safety Officer and Certified Firearms Instructor
Rick Ector has taught firearms classes in Detroit since 2001. As an NRA Training Counselor he also trains other instructors, and he serves on the National Rifle Association board of directors.
He is interviewed regularly on firearm safety and personal protection, and his CPL training has been covered by the Associated Press, National Public Radio, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Detroit News and Fox News.
Through Legally Armed in Detroit he also runs an annual free shooting event for women, which has introduced thousands of first time shooters to the range.
01 Upcoming classes
Michigan CPL classes near you
Dates from certified instructors across Michigan, closest to your location first. Rick’s Detroit classes appear here as they are scheduled.
Saturday, August 15
8:00 am - 5:00 pm$89
Michigan CPL Class – Saturday – $89
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9:00 am - 5:30 pm$97
Michigan CPL Class – Saturday – $97 (FULL)
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Sunday, August 16
8:00 am - 4:00 pm$105
Michigan CPL Class – Sunday – $105
Spaces availableRegister
9:00 am - 5:00 pm$100
Michigan CPL Class – Sunday – $100
Spaces availableRegister
9:00 am - 5:30 pm$97
Michigan CPL Class – Sunday – $97 (FULL)
Sold outRegister
Monday, August 17
9:00 am - 5:30 pm$97
Michigan CPL Class – Monday – $97
Spaces availableRegister
Saturday, August 22
8:00 am - 4:00 pm$105
Michigan CPL Class – Saturday – $105
Spaces availableRegister
9:00 am - 5:00 pm$149
Battle Creek CPL CCW Class – Saturday – $149
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02 Why students train here
What you get in the class
01
Small classes
Class size is kept to 15 students, so there is range time for everyone and room to ask about your own situation.
02
Law taught by an attorney
The legal block covers the CPL application, pistol free zones, deadly force, Michigan self defense law, and what happens after an incident.
03
Range time included
You shoot a 30 round qualification as part of the class, with coaching on safe handling, grip, stance and sight picture.
03 Student reviews
What our students say
★★★★★ 5 · 716 Google reviews
★★★★★
All around amazing class. It was long, but worth the time. I went in barely knowing anything about the laws, our rights, and guns - but left with so much information (even finding out what gun felt the most comfortabl…
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Leesha Boldtin the last week
★★★★★
Very informative and great class! Amazing instructors that made class fun plus they provided super helpful tips on the range! Highly recommend!
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Danielle Ghistin the last week
Common questions
Questions students ask
Does this class meet the Michigan CPL requirement?
Yes. The class is the NRA Personal Protection in the Home course, which satisfies the training requirement to apply for your Michigan Concealed Pistol License.
Do I need any experience?
No. Beginners are welcome. The class starts with safety and the fundamentals before anyone goes to the range.
Where are the classes held?
At Recoil Firearms, 22509 Ecorse Rd in Taylor, just southwest of Detroit. Check your class listing to confirm the location for the date you book.
How long does it take?
One day. The schedule covers defensive shooting, handgun skills and range time, Michigan legal topics, home safety, and handgun selection.
What should I bring?
A valid state ID and clothes you can shoot in, including closed-toe shoes. Your class listing will note anything else you need for the day.
What happens after the class?
Take your certificate to your county clerk, submit the application with your fingerprints, and your license arrives by mail.
Ready to get your Michigan CPL?
Reserve your seat in an upcoming class. You can book online in a couple of minutes.
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