Firearms Training Classes

Red River Range is Shreveport's dedicated firearms training facility with the distinction of operating Louisiana's only 100-yard indoor rifle range. The facility sits at 8450 River Range Rd and features 16 pistol lanes, a fully programmable target system, and state-of-the-art climate control delivering 100% fresh air for shooter comfort.

• •Precision Rifle Basic (4 hours: 2 classroom, 2 range)
• •Teaches safety, rifle selection, ammo selection, basic zero
• •Range estimation, MOA, Milling, and MRAD introduction
• •Use of spotting scopes, laser rangefinders, and ballistics software
• •Designed to gain confidence shooting out to 500 yards

• •Youth Rifle Course (.22LR Rimfire) (2 hours: 1 classroom, 1 range)
• •Age 10 and up
• •Focuses on proper handling, storage, use, and range safety
• •Students learn rifle shooting fundamentals and accuracy
• •Includes 50 rounds of ammunition; .22LR rifles available for rent
• •Great foundation for youth shooting league participation

Basic & Advanced Carbine - Hands-on carbine operation and safety - Progressive skill development from basics to advanced techniques

Louisiana Concealed Carry - State-mandated training for Louisiana carry permits - Covers legal requirements, safety, and practical considerations

Basic & Advanced Handgun - Foundational pistol skills to advanced techniques - Safety, accuracy, and defensive shooting principles

• •New Shooter (Firearms Familiarization and Firearm Maintenance) (3 hours, classroom)
• •Parts and actions of firearms
• •Rules of safe firearm operation
• •Cleaning and maintenance
• •Safe storage and component identification
• •No requirements; bring your own firearm (no ammo)

• •Active Home Defense Mindset (2 hours, classroom)
• •Law enforcement response times and realistic expectations
• •Saferoom setup and items needed
• •Early threat warning and threat awareness
• •Home defense planning without range time

Louisiana Hunter Education Course - Prevention of hunting accidents - Firearm safety, responsibility, and ethics - Wildlife conservation and outdoor safety - More than basic safety—covers hunting philosophy and responsibility - No prerequisites

First Aid Familiarization - First aid kit contents and basic usage - Kit assembly and strategic placement

Basic First Aid - Practical first aid skills for treating injuries

Everyone is a First Responder - Situational awareness and emergency response basics

First Care Provider - Advanced first aid and casualty care

Tactical Medicine - Medical response in high-stress or tactical scenarios

• •Monthly gathering with coffee and breakfast
• •30 minutes classroom, 30 minutes range
• •Expert instructors answer questions
• •New drill or technique covered each month

• •Monthly session combining lunch and training
• •30 minutes classroom, 30 minutes range
• •Learn new techniques and stay sharp
• •New drill or technique each month

• •Competitive shooting league with Beginner, Intermediate, and Expert divisions
• •Men's only, women's only, and coed team options
• •One night per week: 30 min warm-up, 1 hour competition
• •Weekly score updates and monthly divisional leaders
• •Monthly prizes from suppliers, manufacturers, and Red River Range
• •End-of-season trophies and premium rewards
• •1.5 hours range time weekly

Red River Range stocks handguns, rifles, shotguns, and ammunition.

In-stock firearms include: - HK CC9 9mm (optic-ready) - Heckler & Koch VP9A1 K 9mm - Smith & Wesson M&P 22 Magnum - Smith & Wesson Shield 9 M2.0 - Smith & Wesson M&P Shield EZ 30SC - Uberti 1873 .357 Mag Revolver - Smith & Wesson 432 32 H&R Revolver - Beretta BRX1 .308 Win - Ruger Mini-14 .300 AAC Blackout - Henry H014-243 .243 Winchester - Wilson Combat Protector 5.56 NATO - Franchi Affinity 3 Turkey Elite 12 Gauge - Benelli SBE 3 12 Gauge - Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 12 Gauge - Benelli M4 H2O 12 Gauge

• •Price range: $449.99–$2,099.99 depending on model

8450 River Range Rd Shreveport, LA 71106 Phone: 318-716-3111 Email: [email protected]

• •Gift cards available for range time, training, and ammunition.