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Intro to Shotgun: 4 Hours / $200

This is an introduction class that covers all aspects in the selection and operation of tactical type shotguns. How many times have you heard “all you need for the house is a shotgun” ….. well maybe and maybe not!. A shotgun can do more harm than good if the shooter is not properly trained. We will reveal both positive and negative points of using shotguns for practical applications. Class covers: Firearms safety, ammunition, gun handling, stance, grip, maintenance, firearm selection, effective range for fighting shotguns, and loading / reloading techniques.

Ammunition Required: 75 rounds of birdshot, 10 rounds of buckshot and 5 rounds of shotgun slugs minimum.
Prerequisites: N/A
Additional Equipment: Baseball cap and sun screen (sun protection), food and drinks, elbow and knee pads, along with clothing that will allow for work on the ground (no open-toe shoes or sleeveless or v-neck tops).


Tactical Shotgun / Pistol Class: Full Day / $200

This course reviews both the positive and negative points of using shotguns for practical applications. Course includes firearms safety, ammunition selection, effective ranges, loading / reloading techniques, using cover, standing, kneeling and prone positions, shooting on the move, and transitioning from shotgun to pistol and pistol to shotgun.

Ammunition Required: 150 rounds of birdshot, 25 rounds of buckshot and 25 rounds of shotgun slugs plus 200 pistol rounds minimum.
Prerequisites: Students must have completed our Handgun Intro or a comparable course and be familiar with his/her shotgun of choice.
Additional Equipment: Sling, Strong-side holster, magazine carriers, and shell carriers. Baseball cap and sun screen (sun protection), food and drinks, elbow and knee pads, along with clothing that will allow for work on the ground (no open toe-shoes or v-neck tops).

Gainesville Target Range

1610 NW 65th Place
Gainesville, Florida 32653-3978
Phone: 352-376-8806
Email: gainesvilletargetrange@gmail.com