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Learn to shoot a Glock 17 and semi-automatic AR-15 in a supervised 60-minute session at The Range at Austin. This private introduction covers safety, live-fire practice, and rentals for first-time shooters.
Learn to shoot a Glock 17 and semi-automatic AR-15 in a supervised 60-minute session at The Range at Austin. This private introduction covers safety, live-fire practice, and rentals for first-time shooters.
You step into a 52,000 sq ft facility where the controlled clack of magazines and the low voice of a Range Safety Officer set the rhythm. Light from overhead fixtures falls on shooting bays; targets hang at measured distances. The first moments are methodical: safety brief, eye and ear protection fitted, the tactile introduction to a Glock 17 and a semi-automatic AR-15.
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Operated by The Range at Austin · Austin, Texas
You step into a 52,000 sq ft facility where the controlled clack of magazines and the low voice of a Range Safety Officer set the rhythm. Light from overhead fixtures falls on shooting bays; targets hang at measured distances. The first moments are methodical: safety brief, eye and ear protection fitted, the tactile introduction to a Glock 17 and a semi-automatic AR-15.
Austin’s modern shooting venues sit in a longer Texas story of marksmanship, hunting and private ranges tied to rural traditions. Geologically the city rests on the Austin Chalk and Blackland Prairies; here, though, the experience is built architecture — soundproof bays, ballistic backstops and ventilation designed to manage primer and lead. Culturally, the Range at Austin reflects a cross-section of locals and visitors looking to learn controlled firearms handling under professional supervision.
Practically, expect a one-hour private session led by a Range Safety Officer. The package includes two pre-loaded magazines per gun, targets, ammunition and protective gear. Participants must be 18+, present government ID, and cannot be pregnant or under the influence. Wheelchair access and service animals are accommodated. Aim to arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in and paperwork.
Tips for success: wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable pants, hydrate and plan for ringing ears afterward even with protection. For first-timers, focus on stance, sight alignment and controlling breathing. If you want a quieter experience, book weekday mornings. The Range provides instruction and materials; bring patience and a readiness to follow clear safety steps.
easy.
60 minutes.
No special fitness required; participants should be able to stand for short periods and follow safety instructions.
The introduction includes a Glock 17 handgun and a semi-automatic AR-15 with two pre-loaded magazines per gun, plus targets and ammunition.
Shooters must be at least 18 years old, provide a valid government-issued ID, must not be pregnant and cannot be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
No prior experience is necessary; a Range Safety Officer provides a private safety briefing and step-by-step instruction during the session.
Full refunds are available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled time; same-day cancellations are non-refundable.
Austin’s contemporary shooting culture builds on Texas’s long hunting and marksmanship traditions; public ranges like this pair instruction with strict safety protocols.
Ranges manage environmental impact with ventilation and brass reclamation; follow staff guidance on brass handling and local lead management policies.
The Range at Austin operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step into a 52,000 sq ft facility where the controlled clack of magazines and the low voice of a Range Safety Officer set the rhythm. Light from overhead fixtures falls on shooting bays; targets hang at measured distances. The first moments are methodical: safety brief, eye and ear protection fitted, the tactile introduction to a Glock 17 and a semi-automatic AR-15.
You step into a 52,000 sq ft facility where the controlled clack of magazines and the low voice of a Range Safety Officer set the rhythm. Light from overhead fixtures falls on shooting bays; targets hang at measured distances. The first moments are methodical: safety brief, eye and ear protection fitted, the tactile introduction to a Glock 17 and a semi-automatic AR-15.
Austin’s modern shooting venues sit in a longer Texas story of marksmanship, hunting and private ranges tied to rural traditions. Geologically the city rests on the Austin Chalk and Blackland Prairies; here, though, the experience is built architecture — soundproof bays, ballistic backstops and ventilation designed to manage primer and lead. Culturally, the Range at Austin reflects a cross-section of locals and visitors looking to learn controlled firearms handling under professional supervision.
Practically, expect a one-hour private session led by a Range Safety Officer. The package includes two pre-loaded magazines per gun, targets, ammunition and protective gear. Participants must be 18+, present government ID, and cannot be pregnant or under the influence. Wheelchair access and service animals are accommodated. Aim to arrive 10–15 minutes early for check-in and paperwork.
Tips for success: wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable pants, hydrate and plan for ringing ears afterward even with protection. For first-timers, focus on stance, sight alignment and controlling breathing. If you want a quieter experience, book weekday mornings. The Range provides instruction and materials; bring patience and a readiness to follow clear safety steps.