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Gabriel Pistol Range
Flint
•58 miles from Detroit
Chuck Melki founded Gabriel Pistol Range after retiring from law enforcement. He spent years in the Genesee County Sheriff's Department working undercover narcotics, the FBI gang task force, and the detective bureau. Then he ran Clayton Township Police for 7 years. That background shapes everything ...
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Chuck Melki founded Gabriel Pistol Range after retiring from law enforcement. He spent years in the Genesee County Sheriff's Department working undercover narcotics, the FBI gang task force, and the detective bureau. Then he ran Clayton Township Police for 7 years. That background shapes everything here—real-world training, not checkbox classes.
CPL Certification & Renewal - CPL Certification: 9 hours, $200 + ammunition (includes all paperwork for Genesee County clerk) - CPL Renewal: 6 hours, $150 (updates on law changes, refreshes shooting skills)
Progressive Tactical Training - Drawing from a Holster #101 & #102: 4 hours each, $200 per class (hands-on drilling, holster selection guidance, mechanics of draw and fire) - Tactical #101, #102 & #103: 2-3 hours each, $150 per class (sight picture, grip, trigger squeeze, recoil management, shooting while moving, multiple target engagement)
Classes are private lessons with detailed instructor feedback. You get take-home drills to practice on your own.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Individual Membership | $365/year |
| Family Add-on | $185 per additional member (up to 3) |
| Access | 24-hour with personal key card |
| Range Use | Virtually unlimited, no hourly rates |
| Member Perks | Reduced CPL recertification, discounted firearms & ammo |
- •Mandatory requirement: All members must complete the CPL class first. This ensures everyone understands range safety and etiquette.
Chuck holds extensive credentials: - NRA Basic and Advanced Pistol Instructor - NRA Basic and Advanced CPL Instructor - Police-certified in pistol, shotgun, carbine, and point shooting - PPCT Instructor, Armorer (multiple platforms) - Threat Focus and Personal Protection Instructor - Paramedic background
"We emphasize real life, real scenario firearms training."
3304 S. Linden Rd., Flint, MI 48507 (810) 820-8220
CPL registration must be completed in-person. Call to schedule.
Safety Information
- •Check current conditions before visiting
- •Follow all posted safety guidelines
- •Respect other shooters and maintain safe distances
Restrictions
- •Private membership required for general range access
- •CPL certification class mandatory for all members
- •Public classes available by appointment only
- •Call to register for CPL certification (in-person registration required)
- •Firearm sales restricted to private club members
Pro Tips for Visiting
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CPL Certification: 9 hours, $200 + ammunition (includes all paperwork for Genesee County clerk)
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CPL Renewal: 6 hours, $150 (updates on law changes, refreshes shooting skills)
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Drawing from a Holster #101 & #102: 4 hours each, $200 per class (hands-on drilling, holster selection guidance, mechanics of draw and fire)
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NRA Basic and Advanced Pistol Instructor
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NRA Basic and Advanced CPL Instructor
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Police-certified in pistol, shotgun, carbine, and point shooting
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