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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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No specific fitness level required; suitable for children ages 10 to 17 with basic mobility.
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History
Philadelphia played a formative role in early American firearm innovation and culture, making this modern range a continuation of that legacy.
Conservation
The Gun Range practices strict environmental controls to reduce lead contamination and minimize waste, supporting urban sustainability.
The Gun Range
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.
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.
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Located in Philadelphia
Classes Offered
4 Class Types
Private, women's, intermediate, children's
Class Length
2 hours (some)
Two-hour courses available
Instruction Style
Classroom + Live Fire
Classroom plus hands-on range practice
Secure a spot in Private Lessons, Women's Intro to Concealed Carry, Intermediate Handgun, or Children's Classes and confirm class details and equipment availability.
Arrive Early for Check-In
Check-in starts 30 minutes before class begins to complete necessary safety paperwork on time.
Wear Closed-Toe Shoes
For safety on the range, participants must wear closed-toe shoes – no sandals or open footwear allowed.
Supervised Live-fire
All live-fire exercises are supervised by instructors to ensure safety and proper technique at all times.
Parent Identification Required
Parents must bring a valid government-issued photo ID and proof of relationship (birth certificate or similar) on shooting days.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet during live-fire exercises on the range.
Ear protection
Provided by the range to safeguard hearing from loud gunfire.
Eye protection
Included to shield eyes from debris and ensure safety.
Comfortable clothing
Wear clothes appropriate for indoor classroom and range use with freedom of movement.