A comprehensive 8-hour course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense
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Michigan CPL / CCW Class is a CPL Certification in Macomb, MI on November 17, 2026. Booking costs $128, and it runs about 8 hours. It is taught by Shawn Crowl and Jerry Crowl.
This is a training course BEYOND expectation! Before I attended this training,..., Reema Batrwz-Bazy
A comprehensive 8-hour course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. Complies with section 5j of 1927 PA 372. At the conclusion of this course, students receive a certificate of completion necessary to apply for the Michigan Concealed Pistol License. Classes feature multiple USCCA instructors and an NRA range safety officer. Includes a live fire range segment at an offsite range located approximately 30 minutes from the classroom.
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8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Conflict avoidance
Situational awareness
Home security and home defense
Handgun, shotgun, and AR-15 basics
Shooting fundamentals
The physiology of violent encounters
The legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath)
A complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training
6 years teaching experience
"Prime Defense Firearms Training, led by instructors Shawn and Jerry, enjoys a virtually flawless reputation across 135 reviews with a 5.0 average rating."
My name is Shawn Crowl, Owner of Prime Defense Firearms Training LLC. I’ve trained thousands of students and am a USCCA Certified Instructor. I grew up around firearms and believe education creates safer communities. Our classes are no-pressure, no-ego—no question is a stupid question. We welcome everyone at any experience level and ensure every student receives safe, practical, and confidence-building training in a comfortable, supportive learning environment where all students can succeed.
Prime Defense Firearms Training, across 566 reviews
Prime Defense Firearms Training has earned an outstanding reputation across 566 reviews, achieving a perfect 5.0/5 average rating with 100% of reviews at 5 stars. Reviewers consistently praise the father-and-son instructor team of Shawn and Jerry for their deep knowledge, patience with beginners, and ability to make an 8-hour CPL course both comprehensive and genuinely enjoyable. The organization stands out for creating a welcoming, judgment-free environment that serves students of all experience levels, from first-time shooters to seasoned gun owners.
Prime Defense Firearms Training, LLC
51261 Milano Drive
Macomb, MI 48042
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Own a firearm?
You're welcome to bring your own firearm to this class.
30 round minimum course of fire
6 years teaching experience
My name is Jerry Crowl. I grew up around firearms—my father was a trap shooter and hunter, and I began shooting at 12 while helping reload shells weekly. At 19, I joined the Navy as an Aviation Ordnanceman working with aircraft weapons. After service, I spent 13 years in a Volunteer Fire Dept (earning Paramedic certification), 12 years with the Coast Guard Auxiliary, and 14 years as a reserve Marine Division deputy. I’m a veteran who values education, safety, and the Constitution.
Exceptionally knowledgeable and professional instructors(158 mentions)
“Shawn and Jerry are extremely knowledgeable and very competent”
Patient and encouraging with beginners and nervous shooters(72 mentions)
“Jerry has the patience of a saint”
Engaging and entertaining class that makes 8 hours fly by(65 mentions)
“I thought it was going to be boring. Man, was I wrong”
Thorough legal education and situational awareness training(58 mentions)
“So much more information of law than I could have imagined”
Virtual/simulation range builds confidence before live fire(30 mentions)
“The virtual range prior to live fire was so valuable”
Welcoming to women, couples, and families(35 mentions)
“This is the CPL class to take ladies. Single mom here”
Comprehensive course exceeding expectations even for experienced shooters(28 mentions)
“As a seasoned marksman I learned a lot of techniques I didn't know”
Loaner firearms and lunch provided for students(22 mentions)
“I didn't have a firearm, they supplied me with one”
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Prime Defense Firearms Training
This is a training course BEYOND expectation! Before I attended this training, I had a million questions jotted down as I am an attorney and that's how many questions I needed answered. To be honest, by the end of the course, everything was answered and explained to me. I walked in feeling hesitant, walked out feeling confident. Shawn and Jerry are wonderful trainers, they know what they're talking about. The course covers fundamentals, purpose, when, where, and how to use a firearm, and all the legal aspects of carrying a concealed weapon. I didn't have a firearm to train with, they supplied me with one. They provide you with a loaner for the course at the range that is a type suitable to that person. The course schedule is well organized, PowerPoint presentations made, a simulation session, and finally a training session held at a nearby range. There is literature available for purchase which includes everything that was presented in the course. I am SO GLAD I enrolled in this course with Prime Defense Firearms Training LLC. This is the only place I will be recommending to my friends an family. Thank you so very much!
This father and son team is outstanding. I'm so glad I took their course. I'm retired and I felt the need to know how to protect myself in these changing times. I'm one of those old ladies who is scared of firearms. Jerry picked up on that and I felt, spent extra time in class and on range with me. The simulated target practice, in class, helped before going to the range. All legal aspects were covered. Different examples of firearms and self protection were shown and discussed i.e. taser, pepper spray, etc. We practiced on an air gun prior to the range which helped me out a lot, because I knew a little more what to expect. Jerry has the patience of a saint and could easily be a drivers ed teacher (although he said he wouldn't want to do that). lol. If you are an older female like me and you want to learn self protection...this is the team for you.
Great class, with a knowledgeable duo. Lots of wisdom, and first hand experience in regards to safe gun handling, gun laws (both in general and for concealed carry), shooting and self defense philosophy and ethics, situational awareness and defensive levels, pistol and ammo types, and shooting techniques. If you've been shooting for 30 years, or you've never touched a firearm, Jerry and Shawn made everything very approachable and stress-free. The class room portion was engaging, and (dare I say) entertaining! I never felt like I couldn't ask a question (even if I was interrupting); Shawn was always eager to answer and discuss, and never made me feel stupid, or that I should know better. It was a great experience, and I'm glad I took the class. Looking forward to getting my physical license in the mail!
