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Vantage Point
79 New London Road, Salem, CT
•4.8 (122 reviews)
•Vantage Point Inc. operates a full public shooting range and firearms training facility at 79 New London Road in Salem, CT. The 75-foot indoor range accommodates handguns and rifles with a minimum shooting distance of 21 feet for pistols and 50+ feet for long guns. | Day | Hours | Lane Cost | |-----...
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Vantage Point Inc. operates a full public shooting range and firearms training facility at 79 New London Road in Salem, CT. The 75-foot indoor range accommodates handguns and rifles with a minimum shooting distance of 21 feet for pistols and 50+ feet for long guns.
| Day | Hours | Lane Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 10am–8pm (public closes 4pm) | $33/hr, $23/half-hour |
| Tue–Fri | 10am–8pm | $33/hr, $23/half-hour |
| Sat–Sun | 10am–5pm | $33/hr, $23/half-hour |
| Additional shooter | Any lane | +$5.00 |
Targets run $2 each and they sell ammunition on-site.
Allowed calibers: - All pistol calibers up to .500 S&W Magnum - Rifle calibers up to .30-30 - Shotgun slugs only - Prohibited: Steel or aluminum-cased ammo, tracers, air guns
Ammunition available for purchase: 12ga, 7.62×39, .300 Blackout, 5.56/.223, .410, .44 Magnum, 10mm, .40 Cal, .357 Magnum, .38 Special, 9mm, .380, .22LR, and more.
Permit requirement: One person per lane must hold a valid CT pistol permit or Military/Law Enforcement ID. That person can bring one unpermitted guest. No permit? Book a VP Experience package instead.
Vantage Point runs monthly classes taught by instructors with military and law enforcement backgrounds. Notable offerings include:
- •CT Pistol Permit Class — $150, full-day Saturday or 2-day weeknight options
- •CT Pistol Permit (Spanish) — $150, full-day Saturday
- •Beginner Handgun — $100, evening class
- •Handgun 102 — $90, intermediate progression
- •Intro to Pistol Mounted Optics — $90
- •Concealed Carry Fundamentals — $90
- •USCCA Defensive Pistol Program — Advanced training
- •LEOSA Qualifications — $100 (law enforcement refresher)
- •Private Lessons — $100/hour single, $150/hour couples
"Had an awesome class today with Rebecca, Miguel and Lorenzo. They are all so professional and really took the time to make me feel relaxed and more comfortable. I learned a lot in today's class and look forward to continuing my education." — Erica M.
Vantage Point rents firearms for on-range use. They also operate a retail counter with common firearms and ammunition.
- •2-person lane maximum for safety
- •Minors (12-17) allowed with parent/guardian present
- •No impairment from drugs or alcohol (including marijuana smell — federal disqualifier)
- •Payment options: Cash, credit, debit, Apple Pay, Google Wallet
- •Eye and ear protection sold on-site (no rentals due to health concerns)
- •Photos and video allowed
- •Facility condition: Well-lit, clean, professionally maintained
Classes consistently earn five-star reviews. Recurring instructor names include Toby, Miguel, Lorenzo, Rebecca, John, Paul, and Wilbert — praised for patience, clear explanations, and hands-on engagement. Common feedback themes:
- •First-time shooters feel immediately comfortable
- •Knowledge of firearms mechanics is thorough
- •Instructors explain confusing concepts (trigger walls, grip, chamber clearing) without jargon
- •Class pace works for mixed experience levels
- •Fun atmosphere despite serious safety instruction
- •Phone: 860.800.2011
- •Email: [email protected]
- •Website: vpftc.com
Classes fill regularly. Sign up through their events calendar for CT permit courses, advanced training, or private lessons.