Range profile
Shoot GTR (Gainesville Target Range)
The short version
Premier shooting range in Gainesville, Florida with 13 outdoor ranges, professional training courses, and competitive shooting events
The hits
- Exceptional staff with deep expertise in firearms training, safety, and customer service
- Comprehensive facility with 13 outdoor ranges including 200-yard rifle range, pistol ranges, and steel target areas
- Professional instruction from highly-rated trainers with scenario-based and practical teaching methods
- Diverse training programs including defensive handgun courses, competition fundamentals, and specialized classes
- Full-service gunsmith on-site with rapid turnaround and professional craftsmanship
The misses
- Communication gaps can occur on complex service orders, though management is responsive to concerns
- Limited indoor range options compared to some competitors
- Thursday closure may inconvenience some shooters with that day availability
About Shoot GTR
Shoot GTR stands out as Gainesville’s premier shooting range and training destination, having earned an impressive 4.9-star rating from 362 reviews. Located at 1610 NW 65th Place, the facility represents a serious commitment to producing safe, competent, and responsible gun owners through professional instruction and quality range access.
The facility operates 13 outdoor ranges specifically designed for different shooting disciplines, from a 200-yard rifle range perfect for long-distance precision work to dedicated pistol, carbine, and steel target ranges. This diverse range configuration allows both beginners and experienced shooters to practice their specific disciplines in proper environments. The ranges are consistently well-maintained, with visitors noting the clean, orderly conditions that reflect management’s attention to safety standards.
What truly sets Shoot GTR apart is their approach to instruction and training. The professional training program spans multiple levels and specialties, including Basic Rifle and Handgun courses, Defensive Handgun levels 1-3, Competition Fundamentals, and specialized classes like Loaded Ladies, Stop the Bleed certification, and Justified Force training. Instructors like Bill, Peter, and Alex have earned particular praise for scenario-based teaching methods that help students understand not just the mechanics, but the practical applications and legal considerations of firearm ownership. The facility also hosts regular match competitions including IDPA, USPSA, and SASS Cowboy Action events, serving the competitive shooting community.
Beyond the range itself, the business operates a full-service gunsmith shop on-site. Their gunsmith is noted for quality work on modifications, repairs, and custom jobs. The facility also features a Silencer Shop kiosk for NFA transfers, streamlining the ATF paperwork process that can otherwise be intimidating for customers. The Elite Membership program offers substantial value with 10 hours monthly private bay rental, 20% off classes, and 5% to 10% discounts on firearms and accessories.
The staff consistently emerges as a defining strength in customer feedback. Employees are described as helpful, eager to assist, knowledgeable, and respectful - qualities especially valued by newcomers who might feel intimidated by the firearms environment. Management is responsive to customer concerns and issues, as demonstrated by their willingness to address and resolve service lapses when they occur.