Is prior firearm experience necessary?

No, this class is suitable for beginners and experienced shooters alike.

Are firearms provided?

Yes, firearms and ammunition are provided for the training.

Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy closed-toe shoes.

Can I bring my own handgun?

Yes, participants are welcome to bring their own firearm for training.

What is the class size?

Class sizes are kept small to ensure personalized instruction, typically 5-10 participants.

Is there a range safety briefing?

Absolutely, safety briefings are conducted at the start of every session to ensure safe handling.

Defensive Handgun | Sports in Grapevine |

Situated in Texas, renowned for its expansive plains and vibrant gun culture, the Texas Gun Experience offers a hands-on Defensive Handgun class that pushes participants beyond basic shooting. This course is perfect for both beginners and seasoned shooters aiming to sharpen their skills in practical, real-world scenarios. Over the course, you'll engage in intense yet accessible training that emphasizes safe firearm handling, drawing from a holster, clearing malfunctions, and reloading swiftly under pressure. The training environment combines expert instruction with dynamic scenarios, ensuring you'll leave with increased confidence and competence. The Texas Gun Experience acts as a vital hub for outdoor enthusiasts and firearm owners alike, fostering responsible gun ownership while honing your defensive tactics.

What makes this experience stand out is its focus on realistic situations—mimicking the stress and unpredictability of actual self-defense encounters. Participants benefit from personalized coaching in a range that’s designed to challenge and develop their skills incrementally. Located in the heart of Texas, this business is a cornerstone for the state’s lively shooting community and offers a unique opportunity to improve safety skills while immersing in the local outdoors. Whether you're aiming to bolster your confidence for personal protection or simply eager to improve your marksmanship, this class delivers a comprehensive, engaging, and practical training experience.

Join the countless Texans who have made this their go-to training ground. The Texas Gun Experience makes firearm education accessible, responsible, and effective—key ingredients for anyone serious about safety in outdoor or urban settings. With expert instructors, a supportive atmosphere, and a focus on real-life skill application, this business remains a top choice for outdoor enthusiasts and firearm owners seeking top-tier handgun training in Texas.

About Texas Gun Experience

Texas Gun Experience is a professional firearms training and range operator based in Grapevine, Texas. The business offers a wide range of hands-on shooting experiences, classes, rentals, events, and private lessons tailored to beginners, intermediate shooters, and experienced enthusiasts. Instructors provide guided training that emphasizes firearm safety, responsible handling, and practical skills across handguns, rifles, shotguns, and machine gun packages.

Courses and experiences include beginner offerings like the First Time Shooter Experience, focused LTC preparation and qualification, Intermediate and Advanced Rifle and Handgun classes, specialized courses such as Defensive Handgun and Rifle Fundamentals, and women-focused programs including Lone Star Ladies and Women’s Handgun & Self-Defense Fundamentals Levels 1 and 2. The company also runs themed events and social formats including the Shooter Social Series, seasonal events like Guns & Gravy and Guns & Garland, and unique experiences such as Secret Agent and Don’t Mess With Texas.

Range and firearm rental options cover 25- and 50-yard ranges, pick-and-shoot packages, belt-fed and magazine-fed packages, and machine gun rentals including M134 Mini Gun and Barrett .50 CAL sessions. Additional services listed include firearm cleaning, first aid and exigent care training, and private lessons.

All offerings are presented with an emphasis on structured instruction, practical drills, and supervised firing opportunities to build competence and confidence. Texas Gun Experience positions itself as a comprehensive destination for firearms training, recreational shooting, event hosting, and specialty machine gun experiences in Grapevine, Texas. Booking, scheduling, and detailed package information are available through the business's official channels online directly.