Springs Road Gun Club in Hickory, NC delivers expert-led firearms and tactical training courses tailored to new and experienced shooters alike. Learn how their classes balance real-world safety, legal knowledge, and impeccable shooting instruction.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–8 hours per course
Fitness Level
Basic physical fitness needed to handle firearms safely and participate in range drills
Wildlife
History
Hickory's outdoor culture has deep roots tied to Appalachian heritage and a strong tradition of responsible firearm ownership.
Conservation
The club emphasizes sustainable use of its range facilities and encourages hunters and shooters to respect local wildlife habitats.
Springs Road Gun Club
Springs Road Gun Club in Hickory, NC delivers expert-led firearms and tactical training courses tailored to new and experienced shooters alike. Learn how their classes balance real-world safety, legal knowledge, and impeccable shooting instruction.
Springs Road Gun Club in Hickory, North Carolina offers hands-on firearms training and range experiences for beginners through experienced shooters. The club features a variety of courses including AR-15 Carbine, AK-47 Carbine, Combat Practical Carbine, Home Defense Handgun, NRA Basic Rifle Course, NRA Shotgun Instructor Course, Basic Firearms Course, Run Your Rifle Series: AR-15 Carbine, Response To An Active Shooter, and Private Instruction. Training formats combine classroom instruction, live-fire range practice, full-auto demonstrations, and one-on-one private sessions.
Instruction covers fundamental topics such as safety, operation, ammunition selection, malfunction clearing, combat zeroing, target acquisition, and basic maintenance, plus platform-specific subjects like AR-15 and AK-47 variants, customization, and Class 3 firearm overviews. The NRA Shotgun Instructor Course includes a certification exam and instructional materials. The Run Your Rifle Series is led by Chief Instructor Thomas Chambers and focuses on self-defense applications for the AR-15 platform.
Course lengths vary from one-hour private sessions to multi-hour workshops and a ten-hour instructor course, accommodating diverse schedules and training goals. Several beginner-focused offerings combine classroom learning with hands-on range time and explicitly welcome new shooters. Safety and practical skill development are emphasized across all sessions, with participants gaining both technical knowledge and scenario-based response training for home defense and active shooter situations. Springs Road Gun Club provides structured, platform-specific curricula and personalized instruction in Hickory, NC, designed to improve competence, confidence, and responsible firearm handling. Students can expect clear guidance, practical drills, individualized feedback, and an emphasis on safe, legal firearm ownership.
Location
Hickory, NC
On-site range and training facility
Courses Offered
11
Rifle, shotgun, handgun, tactical
Private Instruction
1-hour
One-on-one training with instructor
Course Lengths
1–10 hours
Short sessions to full-day courses
Reserve a spot in an AR-15, AK-47, NRA course, or private lesson to build safer, more confident shooting skills.
Prioritize Safety Protocols
Always follow instructor guidance and club safety rules closely to ensure a secure training environment.
Bring Proper Identification
Some courses, especially concealed carry licensing classes, require valid ID and permits—come prepared.
Dress Appropriately
Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing that allows for easy movement and hearing protection.
Ask Questions Freely
Instructors encourage engagement; clarifying doubts enhances learning and safety on the range.
Hearing protection
Protect your ears during live-fire exercises to prevent hearing damage.
Eye protection
Safety glasses are required to shield your eyes from debris and casing ejections.
Holster and belt
A reliable holster is recommended for concealed carry courses and practical drills.
Weather-appropriate clothing
Dress according to the season to stay comfortable during outdoor shooting.
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