My friend and I have been taking annual Pocono trips for some years now and we've been to two other…read moreshooting facilities, both of which were quite enjoyed. We were planning to return to one of them but their website was crashing and burning to register for a lane as they would not take reservations over the phone. So, we decided to try a new place this year, Pocono Pistol Range. My son came over to meet us and we all had a good time. You can complete all the waivers online or in-store and also watch a required safety video for those not members. Pocono Pistol Range is completely open to the public. It also appears to be first come first served for lanes. They have rentals for all types of weapons and also sell all the coolest looking firearms. They also have safety equipment and targets and loaders and whatever else you could need. The younger staffer at the front assisting with customers was a bit gruff, but accommodating. We had gotten there when it opened at 10am. My friend and I had weapons and safety gear, but my son needed ear protection as he had never shot before. I asked about a lesson, and the staffer said only he and the Rangemaster were there and they both had to watch their sections. Another staffer was coming, but he did not know when. For the lane rental, targets, and earplugs, it was $53 for my kid and I. We went upstairs. Once we got in the range, I explained to the Rangemaster that my son had never shot before. He asked if he wanted some help and I said we'll take whatever assistance you could give. He showed my son the basics for about 10 minutes and my son had a really good center grouping for his first time. The Rangemaster asked if it really was his first time. He told him except for shooting some BB guns in Boy Scouts, yes. The people in the lane next to us in heavy accents told my son that the target's pants would be full of s--- after those shots. The Rangemaster also helped with some issues with the weapon (wasn't holding it firmly enough) and my son, friend, and I had a great hour shooting. My kid said he might like to buy a weapon now and do this some more. The Rangemaster was extremely helpful and competent. He paid attention to the others on the range along with making sure all were safe. We had a very good experience and would come back.

terrible experience, we spent $400 with no hesitation and the staff had the nerve to charge me $200…read morefor a "bracket that needed welding" because the shotgun we shot bent the bracket backwards. The instructor told us to put the target as far back as allowed intentionally, giving near impossible range to shoot the shotgun accurately. The kickback on the shotgun forced the bracket to bent backward, while the bracket is supported by a screw and a bunch of electrical tape. All the slots were damaged severely, seeming like a trap for tourists to cough up $200 for absolutely no reason. The staff was very rude about it, showing no appreciation for customers, seems like they dont like people that are not locals. There was 0 effort of solution other than yelling at the customers for absolutely no reason. I would never walk back in here, go to sunset hill instead, they are a lot better and cheaper!

For a senior citizen who has never fired a gun ever --- it was a very well taught pistol class…read more The training paved the way for me to feel comfortable at the shooting range. Would highly recommend for new shooters or refresher course for those who have not shot in a while. Thank you Firearm Trainers!

From the owner: Firearm Trainers LLC was established to provide its students with an exceptional firearm training…read moreexperience. Our instructors are Sig Sauer Academy certified instructors, NRA instructors and USCCA instructors. The courses and course materials presented are nationally recognized gun safety classes established by the NRA and USCCA leveraging universally accepted firearm safety, procedures and techniques.

Best gun shop in the area. Staff are super helpful and knowledgeable, always pleasant to deal with…read more I've purchased at least a dozen firearms and 4 suppressors from the Stroudsburg store and have yet to have an issue. This is a local family run outdoor outfitter and I refuse to give my business to large retailers. Shop here, you won't be disappointed.

Worst customer service I've ever experienced. Purchased a fly fishing rod recommended by the staff…read morethat didn't last more than two casts. Daughter and son-in-law of the owner refuse to honor the store's written return policy. Daughter of the owner was very rude and is trying to force us to initiate a manufacturer warranty process that will take weeks to resolve. Written return policy states full refund will be given if item is returned within 30 days and accompanied by a receipt. Both of these requirements have been met but no refund has been honored. All requests to speak with the owner were adamantly refused. Will never shop at this store again. If I could give them a rating of zero stars, I would. Guess we'll see them in small claims court.

Incredible shooting range!…read more We came here while staying nearby for a weekend away and were so impressed with the knowledge of everybody from start to finish. Reid was our instructor and made sure we knew all about gun safety, even for those of us who have shot before. He took us through different types of guns and tips and each of us got a bullseye! The entire facility is great. Outdoors with ear and eye safety protocols in place. Prices are fair considering the amount of fun you're guaranteed to have. Plenty of parking. Can't wait to come back!

Had an awesome time here !!! Our Safety was Jere he is a marine vet , he was so knowledgeable and…read morereally helps you improve your form 10 out of 10 would recommend you ask for him bc I will next time I go back , the range was great activity that day got to shoot a 50 cal and when your done you get to keep the casing , this range is awesome bc you can choose whatever fire arm of your choosing and how many rounds you want to shoot so your not commited to shooting with just one firearm if you wanna test the waters with other firearms . If you don't have the proper PPE they do offer disposable PPE for your ears and they give you glasses , if you wish to purchase they have a whole store full of items and accessories , I believe you can bring your own firearm at this location but you must purchase a visitor range pass to do so and also be transported in a case or holster and remain in the case until your at the shooting bay

I would highly recommend anyone, whether new to guns or old time shooters, to sign up with Elite…read moreNoire. I found Dwight while searching the net and calling several other companies. He was the only one that returned my call promptly and provided me with all the information that I needed. I knew immediately that I would sign up for the 1:1 sessions. Dwight is so professional, knowledgable and reliable. In my first session, I learned so much about safety and how to properly handle my gun and we shot!! I had never shot a gun before and I felt very comfortable with his instruction and guidance. Fast forward 3 months and I am still taking 1:1 sessions with Dwight. I want to be as comfortable and confident with my gun and Dwight really provides me with that. We do several drills, it changes every week, and I always leave with new information. I took the CCW course with Dwight as well and continued with the 1:1 sessions for self defense training. As a woman, I highly recommend others to take the 1:1 sessions. It can be tailored to the areas you want to grow in. Believe me, YOU WILL FEEL COMFORTABLE with your gun after training with Dwight. This man is the real deal and knows his craft. Also, the range we use is very comfortable and the members are very friendly. During our sessions, they often come and give advice on so many things. Highly recommended. Give it a try, you will not be disappointed and you will learn and grow with Dwight.

AWESOME! What a great experience being tutored by one of the best! (see Phillip-Michael M.'s…read morereview). Yet with all his accomplishments he admits that he's still learning and to me, that is the first and finest quality of a good teacher. A teacher that learns. I know, because I have the same quality with my own profession. It's so rare these days. He is patient beyond belief. I've screwed up so many times with the same darn habit that if I had been my own teacher I would have screamed already. And he doesn't miss a thing. His sharp eyes go from here to there and notices all the little things that might - or rather will - save your life someday. Or maybe just not ruin it. So easy to do with a loaded firearm. And he doesn't just chide. He explains the how and why and when and where. And to me, that's important. It makes me aim straighter at greater distances and that is the ultimate goal - pun intended. I will continue to learn and Dwight will continue to teach. When the student was ready the teacher appeared. And visa versa, of course! I wish I could attach a photo but apparently photography is not allowed on the range. Dr. V

Sam is the most joyful and driven range owner/instructor I have ever met, and he is a GM! He is…read morelaser focused on having a great time and challenging those that come to shoot while always providing a safe range environment for everyone. In my opinion he holds the best USPSA and PCSL matches that I have ever shot in my local area of Northwest NJ/Eastern PA. The range itself is breath taking and always full of smiles and brass. Highly recommend checking out his weekly matches that he holds Wednesday and Fridays that you can register for on his website. These matches are USPSA matches with classifiers but he's there to walk through the stage after you shoot and provide coaching assistance. It is way more personal than an open USPSA match and you get the chance to let him work with you and help you train in real time as you shoot a match. If you are just getting into USPSA I would highly recommend the weekly matches. He also holds training classes and has guest instructors come and if it is a 2 day class they have the "Mansion" on site where you can stay the night. GO CHECK HIM OUT! visit his website https://www.callahantraininggroup.com/ Or look up "Double Eagle" on PractiScore

Great facility. Exceptional training. I drive 2 hours to get to Double Eagle and it's worth it…read more Highly recommended.

Dave is extremely knowledgeable and patient with beginners. If you are considering purchasing a…read morefirearm or have an interest in improving your skills, this is the place to check out. I will definitely be returning, as well as recommending his classes to my friends and family.

After just one class with Dave at Civilian Defense Concepts, I walked away with a clear…read moreunderstanding of my strengths and weaknesses and more knowledge than I came in with. The atmosphere is fun, focused, and fast-paced. Dave keeps everything moving and engaging. I'll definitely be back for more classes!

It's was only $20 for 1 hour. I was pleased with the pricing but they had ZERO air conditioning in…read morethe range area. I stood 38mins and they charged me for the full hour. I couldn't concentrate of shooting because I had sweat dripping in my eyes. I will never go back! FYI it was 97 degrees out. WTH

This was my very first time at an indoor range and my second shooting a gun. The lady at the desk…read morewas pleasant and Nick was ok and he was helpful. I didn't know the difference between indoor/outdoor I thought it was about the same. The Shooting Ranger made me feel uncomfortable and not wanted at the facility. It the Shooting Ranger was a female and the minute I walked she had an attitude like she didn't have no patience or anything of that nature. The Ranger do we even know how to shoot a gun? I don't have time to show you etc...The job of the Ranger is to educate us or just pull us to the side and have a conversation. Minorities aren't welcome in this facility and if you are I highly recommend you not to spend your money there.

This place is absolutely great. I came here as a first timer looking to purchase my first handgun…read more Upon walking in, you do not feel awkward or receive weird looks like many gun places do towards young females. I was never once treated like "a female beginner shooter", but rather just a beginner shooter. The people who work here are not only extremely knowledgeable and professional, but they are kind and provide a warm welcome for newbies. I ended up taking two beginner shooting lessons here so far with Rick, who is a great instructor by the way, and was very pleased with the knowledge I walked out with. I told my brother about this place and he has taken a lesson here as well. I plan on continuing to come here for lessons and eventually will sign up for some women's shooting classes, among others. I'd also like to add that they truly care about you knowing what you are doing before purchasing a gun if you are a newbie. They direct you to some class options to learn, as well as helping you choose what purchase would be right for you. I'm so happy I found this place. It is definitely worth the drive for me! FYI if you come to the range around 11am-1pm on Saturdays it could be a bit busy, but it honestly didn't affect me at all.

CLOSED UP and they went bankrupt. NOW, What do I do with my gift certificates?…read more Shady owners who ran this place into the ground and made customers sick with lead poisoning......... Shame on them!!

I took the virtual course What Type of Gun Should I Get with instructor Roger Brooking. He asked…read morequestions, answered my questions and it was evident he was knowledgeable about firearms. I felt he gave me an honest opinion, and explanation about his recommendations and some alternatives just in case I had problems finding or didn't like the top recommendation. There was a a follow-up email sent, which helps with the the next step of actually making the purchase. It was nice to have this discussion without the pressure of feeling like I had to make a purchase from limited inventory or rushed because of other people in the shop. Also very quick returning messages when I sent an email and text.

From the owner: We specialize in empowering new gun owners. We teach the skills you will need to become safe,…read moreresponsible and confident with your new firearms. Our instructors specialize in training people who have zero or very little experience with firearms and have the care and the attention to detail that may get glossed over by those who are more familiar with guns. Our lessons can be conducted virtually over Zoom so that you can get educated in the comfort of your own home with all the ease that remote learning provides.