New to Shooting? You’re in the Right Place
Welcome! If you’ve never fired a gun, or it’s been a long time, helping new shooters is the thing we do best here. We love it. We’re passionate about teaching people to use firearms safely and to gain real confidence and competence, and we’ll never make you feel rushed or out of place.
The easiest way to start: a private lesson
A one-on-one lesson with one of our instructors is the best way to begin. You’ll learn the basics at your own pace, and you’ll leave knowing how to handle a firearm safely.
- One person: $75 (60 minutes). Your lesson includes an hour with your instructor and eye and ear protection (free to rent, or bring your own). Ammo and rental guns are not included.
Lessons are available most every day. Book a private lesson or call us at (423) 875-4868.
After your lesson, you’re welcome to stay and shoot for the rest of the day, on us.
Ammo and rental guns are not included, for the lesson or for shooting afterward.
Prefer to just come in?
You can also try the range with a $38 Day Membership, good all day. If you’re new to shooting, we ask that you start with a private lesson. Just ask at the front desk.
What to expect on the day
- Save time: sign your waiver online before you visit.
- Come to the store at 4824 Hixson Pike, Hixson, TN 37343.
- A Range Safety Officer will get you set up on one of our twelve 50-foot lanes and is there to help.
- Follow the range rules.
Age and ID
We check ID. You must be 18 to shoot unaccompanied. Ages 12 to 17 may shoot with a parent or guardian present (12 and up for rifles, 14 and up for pistols). Adults with minors please sign the adults with minors waiver before you come.
Lanes
One active shooter per lane. If you’re a member who brings guests, we may ask you to share a lane during busy times, but only one person at a time is on the firing line.
Hours
- Store: Monday to Saturday, 9am to 6pm
- Range: Monday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm
- Sunday: 12pm to 6pm (Sunday hours and details)
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What to bring and wear
- Closed-toe shoes. Please avoid low-cut shirts, since hot brass can be dangerous.
- Eye and ear protection are free to rent, and plenty are for sale.
- Paper targets are $1 each (Gold members get 1 free per visit, Platinum members get 3).
About ammo
You can shoot any pistol-caliber handgun or long gun here. You can also shoot AR, AK and .300 Blackout, but for those three, and for any rental gun, you’ll need to use our range ammunition. It’s available from the range ammo shelf in Hixson, clearly labeled. It is frangible and non-incendiary, and it has been tested as safe for our range, minimizing the risk of danger to the range or to guests on the firing line. Steel-case and reloaded ammunition are not allowed.
Ready for more?
Visit Book Training to see all of our classes, including the Tennessee handgun carry permit class. Want more first-visit tips? Read the Shooter’s Supply blog.
Frequently asked questions
Can I just show up and shoot if I have never shot before?
If you are new to shooting, we ask that you start with a private lesson. Just ask at the front desk. You can also request a 30-minute range orientation, and you can try the range with a $38 Day Membership, which is good all day.
How much is a private lesson, and what is included?
One person is $75 for 60 minutes with an instructor. Ammunition and rental guns are not included.
Can I rent a gun?
Yes. A pistol rental is $15 (ammunition not included), or $30 to try as many as you like. Rental guns must be shot with our range ammunition, sold from the clearly labeled range ammo shelf in Hixson.
How old do I have to be to shoot?
We check ID. You must be 18 to shoot unaccompanied. Ages 12 and up may shoot rifles and ages 14 and up may shoot pistols with a parent or guardian present. Adults with minors please sign the adults with minors waiver before you come.
Can I sign the waiver before I visit?
Yes. You can sign your waiver online before you visit to save time.
What should I wear?
Closed-toe shoes, and please avoid low-cut shirts, since hot brass can be dangerous. Eye and ear protection are free to rent, and plenty are for sale.
What ammunition is allowed?
AR, AK and .300 Blackout rifles, and all rental guns, need our range ammunition from the labeled range ammo shelf in Hixson. Steel-case and reloaded ammunition are not allowed.
When are you open?
Store: Monday to Saturday, 9:00am to 6:00pm. Range: Monday to Saturday, 10:00am to 6:00pm. Sunday: 12:00pm to 6:00pm.
Can my friend and I shoot in the same lane?
One active shooter per lane. If you are a member who brings guests, we may ask you to share a lane during busy times, but only one person is on the firing line at a time.