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Introduce your child to the fundamentals of shooting sports with The Gun Range’s specialized children’s classes in Philadelphia. A perfect balance of safety, education, and hands-on training designed to build confidence and responsibility.
Introduce your child to the fundamentals of shooting sports with The Gun Range’s specialized children’s classes in Philadelphia. A perfect balance of safety, education, and hands-on training designed to build confidence and responsibility.
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Situated in the heart of Philadelphia, The Gun Range offers a specialized children's shooting course designed to introduce young outdoor enthusiasts, ages 10 to 17, to the fundamentals of shooting sports in a secure and educational environment. Located at 542 N Percy Street, this urban shooting facility stands out as a unique hub where safety and skill-building meet hands-on experience.
Philadelphia’s vibrant outdoor and recreational landscape usually highlights parks, trails, and waterways, but The Gun Range adds an essential dimension to youth-focused outdoor activities by emphasizing firearm responsibility and marksmanship. The children’s class is split between a classroom portion, covering firearm safety, handling, and terminology, and a supervised live-fire range exercise where participants engage with carefully selected firearms appropriate for novices.
What sets this course apart is its strict safety protocols, small group instruction capped at ten students, and expert coaching tailored to ensure children develop confidence alongside a responsible mindset. The instructors provide all necessary equipment, including firearms, ammunition, ear and eye protection, and targets, removing barriers for families new to shooting sports.
Besides teaching practical skills, The Gun Range fosters personal discipline and respect for firearms, critical values rarely emphasized in other youth programs in the area. Parents are integrally involved in the process, with requirements for ID and relationship verification enhancing accountability.
This urban shooting academy sits close to Philadelphia’s rich historical neighborhoods and provides a structured, discipline-focused alternative within the city's outdoor activities—a must-consider option for families aiming to introduce children safely to shooting sports with a professional and educational approach.
easy.
2 hours.
No specific fitness level required; suitable for children ages 10 to 17 with basic mobility.
The program is designed for youths between 10 and 17 years old.
Parents are required at check-in and must remain available for the duration of the class.
No prior experience is needed; the class is tailored toward beginners.
All live-fire activities are closely supervised, with strict instructor-to-student ratios and mandatory protective gear.
Parents may observe certain parts of the class while respecting safety protocols and instructor guidance.
Cancellations require 48 hours notice for refunds; bookings made within 48 hours are transferable for up to one year.
Philadelphia played a formative role in early American firearm innovation and culture, making this modern range a continuation of that legacy.
The Gun Range practices strict environmental controls to reduce lead contamination and minimize waste, supporting urban sustainability.
The Gun Range in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania provides firearms training, range access, and instructional classes for a variety of skill levels. The Gun Range offers Private Lessons, Women's Intro to Concealed Carry, Intermediate Handgun Class, and Children's Classes, combining classroom instruction with supervised live-fire practice. Instructors provide one-on-one and group instruction covering safety, etiquette, marksmanship fundamentals, target acquisition, shooting techniques, malfunction clearance, and carry options tailored to clothing and lifestyle. Private Lessons focus on personalized instruction that adapts to a student’s experience level, pairing classroom discussion with hands-on range time. The Women's Intro to Concealed Carry class is a two-hour course designed specifically for women, offering a provided handgun and ammunition and guidance on concealed carry choices for everyday situations. The Intermediate Handgun Class builds on basic knowledge over two hours, emphasizing holster work, malfunction drills, and refined shooting skills. Children's Classes introduce young learners to shooting sports through age-appropriate classroom sessions and closely supervised live-fire exercises. As a local Philadelphia shooting facility, The Gun Range emphasizes safety protocols and structured lessons appropriate for beginners through intermediate shooters. Equipment and ammunition are provided for select classes, and sessions are designed to balance instruction with practice. Visitors should verify age requirements, equipment needs, and reservation policies directly with The Gun Range before booking. The Gun Range operates as a facility offering instruction and supervised range experiences within Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Instructors maintain industry-standard safety practices and follow applicable local laws and range rules during every instructional session and public shooting period. daily operations.
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