Gain confidence and essential handgun skills in a 2.5-hour course at Calibers Shooters Sports Center in Albuquerque. Perfect for beginners eager to learn safe and responsible firearm handling.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion involved but basic mobility is necessary to stand and handle firearms safely.
Wildlife
History
Albuquerque has a rich history as a crossroads of Native American and Spanish colonial influences, with firearms playing a role in the region's frontier heritage.
Conservation
Calibers promotes responsible firearm use and environmental stewardship through lead reclamation programs and range maintenance initiatives.
Calibers Shooters Sports Center
Gain confidence and essential handgun skills in a 2.5-hour course at Calibers Shooters Sports Center in Albuquerque. Perfect for beginners eager to learn safe and responsible firearm handling.
Calibers Shooters Sports Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico, provides a range of classroom and live-fire training along with indoor range experiences. The facility offers structured courses such as the USCCA Home Defense Course, New Mexico Concealed Carry courses (Section 1, 7, and 8), CCW refresher classes for 2- and 4-year renewals, and beginner programs including Introduction to Handguns and the NSSF First Shots course.
Classes combine classroom instruction and live-fire practice at an indoor shooting range. Several courses include rental firearms and guided range time, and the facility maintains climate-controlled classroom space for comfortable instruction. The Date Night Package and Members Only Range Reservation provide recreational options alongside formal training.
Calibers emphasizes practical skills delivered by qualified instructors in hands-on sessions and live-fire qualifications. Legal and safety topics are covered where relevant, including discussions of self-defense law, deadly force, carrying regulations, and nonviolent dispute resolution in courses that meet New Mexico permit requirements. The center supports permit renewals with combined classroom and range training and assistance with renewal applications when specified.
Located in Albuquerque, Calibers Shooters Sports Center serves local residents seeking concealed carry education, home defense training, beginner shooting introductions, and range time. Course lengths range from short introductions to multi-hour refresher programs, allowing students to select options that match their needs and experience level.
Location
Albuquerque, NM
Central New Mexico shooting center
Class Lengths
1–4 hours
Options from short to full refresher
Experiences Offered
10
Range courses and packages available
Instruction
Qualified instructors
Hands-on live fire and training
Book USCCA Home Defense, CCW renewals, NSSF First Shots, or a Date Night package and secure a spot at this Albuquerque shooting center.
Listen Carefully to Safety Instructions
Safety rules are paramount—always follow the instructor’s guidance closely during live fire sessions.
Wear Closed-Toe Shoes
Solid, closed-toe shoes provide stability and protection on the shooting range.
Bring Hearing and Eye Protection
Even though some protection is provided, bringing your own ensures comfort and a proper fit.
Stay Hydrated
New Mexico’s dry climate means staying hydrated is important during your session.
Closed-Toe Shoes
To ensure safety and stability when on the shooting range.
Hearing Protection
Protects ears from loud gunfire noise during live firing sessions.
Eye Protection
Shields your eyes from potential debris or recoil discharge.
Water Bottle
Keeps you hydrated in New Mexico’s dry and hot climate.
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