Hunting & Shooting · Alberta
A large indoor shooting range and firearms store in Calgary with rentals, licensing courses and a wide inventory, popular with first-timers and tourists, though a few beginners wanted more instruction.
Calgary Shooting Centre is a modern indoor range paired with a big firearms store, and with over a thousand reviews it's one of the busiest shooting venues in the city. Visitors mention a wide selection of rental guns and a large inventory of firearms, attachments and ammunition.
Many reviewers are first-time shooters, including tourists, and most say instructors were patient, knowledgeable and put safety first. Several staff are singled out for turning a nervous group into a fun afternoon. The licensing courses also get good marks: one person who took the non-restricted course said it was efficient, thorough and entertaining.
Collectors and online buyers weigh in too. One buyer praised how carefully a vintage rifle was packed and shipped. The store also offers in-store pickup and repairs.
Opinions split on instruction for complete beginners. A recent reviewer felt there wasn't enough time or supervision for people who'd never handled a rifle, and another visitor was told the range was closing well before posted hours until another employee stepped in. If you're a beginner, ask how much instruction is included when you book, and confirm hours on the day.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 1,082 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Calgary Shooting Centre directly.
