Excellent experience…read more I've only ever shot on state lands and on my own property, but I recently moved to this area and no longer have land. I didn't know what to expect and was hesitant about going to a range but was very comfortable shooting here. The rates are reasonable and the people here are wonderful. I can't wait to go back again!

From the owner: We are in Outdoor Rifle and Pistol Range, our rifle distances are 50 yards, 100 yards and 200…read moreyards. our pistol range has distances of 7 yards, 15 and 25 yards. We also have two dedicated trap/skeet ranges. Right now the cost to shoot for an hour is $13, prorated from there up to two hours which is $20. For $20 per person you can shoot all day. Inside the store we have everything you need from hearing protection and targets to ammo and gun rentals. We have been at this location since 1986.

If your looking for a indoor range that is friendly and informative and will help you learn, this…read moreis the best place to go. Awesome, friendly and informative staff! They make you feel right at home!

It was a windy cold day while the 4 of us were on vacation from out of town. We enjoyed our visit…read more You can check in ahead of time online through their website, but the check in process was quick and easy. After the Range Officer reviewed their instructions, we went in and began our day. The lanes were well equipped and lighting was plentiful.The check out process was easy as well. Staff were friendly and we enjoyed our time!

Friendly, knowledgeable professionals who put safety first. Great selection of rentals. The range…read moreitself is clean with good ventilation. A capable gunsmith (who also does cerakote) is a great plus.

Going to type this while It is fresh. I figured I would go to the this range for an hour of…read moreshooting. I have been here at least a few times, the last time was earlier this year. This time was way different. Upon approaching the desk and announcing that I wanted to use the range. I was asked if I had a black card. Not sure what that is for. They checked if I was in their database because I said that I had been there before. I am not sure how I feel about being in anyone's database. Signing a range safety brief and waiver for a range is a normal thing but the video they have you watch is tailored to newer shooters. They list only three safety rules when everyone knows there are four standard range safety rules (four for the last 30 years of using ranges). The video repeats itself many times, like I said it is for newbies. Then it came time to fill out the waiver. The standard range language was in there. Then a section on COVID as if that is any concern at the range. I suppose a waiver like this should be used at every restaurant as well. Filling out my information at the end of the waiver I stopped to ask if they needed my email. I was told it was to send the waiver to me. I asked why they needed my address. All these data points are marked as required. I stopped and left because no gun range needs to collect my personal information and add it to a database. Buyer beware this place has a new policy of collecting your information and admittedly entering that information in a database. Their explanation is that lawyers make them do it. I say that you should go anywhere else that does not require your address and put you in a database. In an age of illegal immigrants that nobody has addresses for this is a warning sign.

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Always ready and willing to answer questions. Rarely a wait…read moreto shoot. I feel safe on the range knowing everyone there has been vetted. They stand behind all guns purchased there. Their gun prices are competitive.

Very good indoor range good prices on firearms. Gunsmiths seem to know what they are doing in most…read moresituations. Very willing to help you during your practice session.

Can't sing their praises enough!! The professionalism and knowledge STS brings to the table is Bar…read moreNone. I've been to several firearms training and shooting "courses" over the last 10 years, both within the military and civilian sector, and STS is where it's at. In the past couple months I've been fortunate to attend a couple courses with STS,... Both Rifle and Pistol, and the knowledge and professionalism STS delivers is hands down, the best I've seen thus far. It's one thing to pay for a course, listen to rapid and robotized instruction about how everyone needs to shoot from a particular instructor and then throw some lead down range. It's a whole different experience to find instruction, which is backed up by practical application and knowledge. Their courses can be challenging, but I believe that's necessary. The STS team takes the time to ensure every student, regardless of the level of experience is confident and ready to move on, before starting the next block. They observe every shooter through each drill, suggesting modifications and corrections before moving on. It's something I have rarely seen in this industry. After each course, I have walked away with more knowledge, improved groupings and confidence. You get what you pay for, and even with a class, the time invested in each student, is what you would receive individually. When looking for a course, do your research. When anyone asks me who I'd recommend, STS is where I will send them. Again, Thank you to the STS Team for all your time and knowledge. I'm grateful for training such as yours. It's always a pleasure to learn from your instructors... And I'm looking forward attending many more courses in the future! -Britt P.

I'm a former Force Recon Marine, who worked in High-Risk Security for several years as well. I've…read moreattended tactical shooting/ training classes in the Marines, State Department and FBI. I've been out of that game since 2008, but I recently had the opportunity to attend the STS SMOKECHECK 15-01 event. I was quite impressed not only with the level of planning and professionalism of the cadre but also with the variety and intensity of the course. For two days they pushed us, pushed us some more, gave us a little break and then pushed us again. If you have attended their lower level tactical pistol and rifle courses I'd highly recommend you test yourself at one of their SMOKECHECK events. It's not just about shooting though. It's about teamwork, thinking on the move, physical and mental stress all rolled into one super fun but tough event. If you are looking to challenge yourself, give yourself a gut-check and find out where you stand physically and mentally... this is the event to attend. It's just going to get better and more difficult so be ready: mentally and physically! I will definitely be back for a future event. These aren't just guys who train you these are all people who've walked the walk in MARSOC, Force Recon or Sniper Teams. Their course will test you and teach you all at the same time. They will break through your strengths to unmask your weaknesses so that you'll be able to work on them later. The SMOKECHECK event was on par with many of the tactical shooting/ training courses I've attend in the past for my professional life.

After two decades of shooting at the ranges in Northern Virginia, this was awesome. The range…read moremaster was sharp, direct and excellent, nothing happened on his shooting line he did not see. It was the most relaxing atmosphere to shoot, no pressure, no one was being judgmental or pretentious. I just moved to NC, and am so happy to have this range near my house. Perhaps some of my review is about the shooters as the facility. I felt VERY welcome.

This is a no-nonsense, friendly range that is affordable with good people running it.read more

I'm a retired Marine and had to take the North Carolina CCW class (again) as my CCW was expired and…read moreI could not find the certificate from the class I took years ago. I was dreading taking this course because these classes are typically death by lecture and power point. However, I was very happy with the instruction style from Spot on Defense. Mac's personality and experience in firearms instruction made this class not only tolerable but fun and informative. Mac encourages student interaction while keeping the class focused on training objectives. Range time was safe, effective, but not over regimented. Following the CCW range instruction, we also had the opportunity to practice additional tactical gun drills which was great. I thought I knew just about all I needed to know regarding North Carolina CCW laws but after attending this course from Spot on Defense, I feel better educated and prepared with regard to ensuring I carry legally. Spot on Defense is just that: Spot On.

This class was awesome! Had a lot of fun and everyone talk a laugh out loud trash and that made the…read moreclass even better! The instructions we received helped everyone understand the information and the laws. I highly recommend Spot on Defense to take the Concealed Carry Course. The best class and course in Jacksonville.

Having just moved to the area I was interested in seeing what range of gun stores exist in the area…read moreand was driving around and saw this place. Went into the store and saw that they have offers for both concealed carry classes and also for NRA gun safety courses. This shows me that this store and its owner are not just about making money, but making it about people being safe gun owners. This is a great thing. The store is well stocked and the staff are very knowledgeable and helpful. There was a nice range of prices on the handguns so there are guns available for all buyers, from the new handgun owner to the experienced. If your first time buying a gun please sign up for a gun safety class, which again is available here at the store.

Walked in today after driving past it a hundred times. There was a young girl who was working the…read morecoffee counter that greeted us. We noticed all the lights were off in the majority of the store which was the gun shop. She said the gun store wasn't open. I asked if we could just look at the guns on the wall and she said "there's nothing to look at". I pointed to the wall that has approximately 70 guns on it and said "those aren't a bunch of guns on that wall right there?". She didn't respond so I just said never mind and we left. I see now on Yelp that they are closed Sunday and Monday and Tuesday... Had she said that no one can go over there because 85% of the building is closed today, I could have accepted that. To try to tell me there are no guns visibly on the wall was surreal. Anyway, a retail shop serving Surf City in season that is open 4 days a week?

Jesse was absolutely amazing and the selection is the best I've ever found! The prices are the…read morecheapest ever!

If I could do zero stars I would. I came in looking for a suppressor on a short barrel AR and…read moreexpressed my concern about the handrail being too close to the muzzle for a suppressor to fit. One of the employees told me I could bring in my upper and we could try to see if it would fit before I purchased it. All while being very pushy trying to get me to buy it so they can set aside before I bring in the upper. So next day or so I brought in my upper in hopes to test it and then someone else tells me they cannot do that. Fast forward I take the risk and purchase it anyways and set up a silencer shop account and do E-forms and the next day the silencer shop app says the dealer needs to certify something for the purchase. So, I called and ask what's this certification for and they tell me on the phone that I have to come in, to certify it. So, I say I will head that way now. Once again, I get there and they tell me that they can't certify it right now because something is wrong with the system. 2 times I'm lied to on the phone and waste my time driving there.

The range is nothing fancy, but the staff are friendly and the safety is enforced without being…read moreoverpowering. I will use them again.

Great people and safety is never compromised. Large selection of rentals and ranges for all types…read moreof firearms.