Came to XCAL on my birthday after hearing good things about this massive 95,000 sq ft sports…read morecenter, plus indoor gun range! Talk about a fun two-in-one combo! As a budding gun enthusiast and someone who's new to shooting (2 years in), I've been looking for places to get target practice in and to improve my skills. XCAL is the nicest gun range I've ever been to! The facility is only a couple years old, so everything is still shiny and new. I arrived here on a Tuesday late afternoon around 4ish and there was already a line. Seems like a popular place, so get here early if you want to avoid lines! While I was waiting, I checked out their retail area. The counter staff was very knowledgeable about all the guns I asked about and had helpful suggestions on other options that they though I would like. When my lane was ready, they called my name on the intercom. The staff who helped check me in was also super friendly and asked me how my day was. I told her it was my birthday! She threw in a free target with balloons on it! I asked to rent a PCC and full automatic glock with a couple boxes of ammo. They said the glock rental was on the house for my birthday! Sweet! Normally full automatic glock rentals are about $85. I ended up paying for the PCC rental, a couple boxes of ammo, plus eye and ear protection (about $109 in total. this included ear/eye protection for my wife who joined me in the range). The full automatic glock was incredibly fun to shoot! I felt like I was in a John Wick movie! I highly recommend trying it out. The range staff took all the helpful safety precautions on site, including for this particular gun. A range safety officer was required to be next to me to use the full auto, and loaded the magazine for me. For the PCC, I was able to load it myself. Best range experience I've ever had! The facilities were state of the art and all the staff were so helpful.

The facility was really nice and modern. The space was well lit and clean. Seating available while…read moreyou wait. They have a store to buy products. They have a classroom to watch the safety video, etc. Parking is available (seemed like a good amount of spots). There are a lot of people so plan to be there early if you want to get a lane. We eventually got to shoot, and the staff were nice. It was cool to see the lanes from a live screen vs through glass. They also grouped lanes by like clusters of 3 then door(s) to the next set of rows - I assume it helps sound compared to a whole open space. I think it's a decent price for what you're getting (service/facilities). We did have like 4 people share a lane since they didn't have more open so the amount of shooting time was limited per person. They had a chair or bench in the room so we could put our cases and equipment down.

As someone who moved from the Eastern Shore to NoVA, one of my biggest priorities was looking for…read moreplaces to shoot. As an avid clay target shooter, finding a place to go (besides my gun club) was important, since my club doesn't have a Sporting Clays facility. A few people told me about Bull Run, and I visited for the first time back in October. I was impressed with the facilities. The county government runs the spot, and it is nice and clean! Pricing is fair. If you don't have a gun, you can rent one for an additional fee. If you need shells or bring shells that violate the rules of the range, there are boxes of shells you can buy on the premises. The one drawback I personally had thag doesn't directly affect me is if you bring someone who's never shot before, they will be required to do a mandatory safety course. The course isn't terrible, and my friend who has to do the safety course said it was very insightful. But if you don't have to do the course, but a friend does, you're gonna be waiting a hot minute before you guys can shoot together. Nevertheless, as someone certified as both a shotgun firearms instructor and an RSO, I value their commitment to ensuring everyone at Bull Run is safe.

Todd Wright was a great instructor!! Pricing was fair. Facilities were impressive. We will come…read moreback.

I've been coming here for over a year and usually go with a group or alone and every time has been…read moregreat. Consistent treatment from staff and care of facilities. They're amazing when it comes to safety. At first I was intimidated being a younger woman and POC at a shooting range, but love the atmosphere/vibe. Lanes fill up quickly on weekends so go early in the morning. Buy ammo, targets, or some gear here. Parking is limited since there's been work on the garage. Seems ADA accessible!

While I am a member of IWLA's ARL-FFX chapter, I gotta say that the NRA HQ Shooting range is not a…read morebad place for me to shoot now and then. Especially since the pistol and rifle ranges at my club are outdoors, it's convenient to come here when it's super windy or super rainy. You don't have to be an NRA member to shoot here, but you do get a discount. Also, there are no gun rentals at this range -- if you wanna shoot, bring your own firearms. They also have range rules on what ammo you can shoot, and they will check your ammo before they assign you a range. Thankfully, they have ammo for sale if your ammo isn't shootable at the range, and/or you forgot your ammo. If it's your first time coming to the range, you will be required to take a range safety test (if you're an average shooter with common sense, it's nearly impossible to fail unless you're intentionally trying to fail). Once you pass, you get a range card that you have to pay for, but once you buy it, you never have to pay again (unless you misplace it). Also, ladies: I recommend coming out on Thursday night! Not only do you get a discount on your range reservation, but you also get a free range card on your first visit! All in all, the NRA HQ range is great. As long as you follow the rules, it is not a bad place to shoot.

I know absolutely nothing about firearms and shooting ranges but my best friend wanted to come here…read morefor her birthday. We were extremely nervous, rightfully so, when everyone else there was obviously experienced and tenured. However, the staff and RSOs made us feel really welcomed and didn't make us feel out of place at all. Sure, there were some banter about us wanting to shoot the pink ones but it was all fun vibes. I'd definitely come back here to learn more and get more experienced with it!

The staff are professional, knowledgeable, and clearly know their stuff. The wait time for a range…read morelane was also much shorter than at XCAL, which I really appreciated. That said, I think XCAL has the nicer overall range setup and facilities. One issue I had at Silver Eagle Group was that the shell casings from the shooter in the lane next to me kept flying over and landing in my lane, which got a little annoying after a while. Overall, though, the staff were great and the shorter wait time is definitely a big plus.

I've been a member since December 2025 a few months after moving to NoVA. I joined the IWLA…read moreArlington-Fairfax chapter over other clubs like Fairfax Co. Rod & Gun for a few reasons: 1. It's close to my home (30 mins which isn't bad when you're in DC Metro region). 2. The facilities were incredible -- multiple archery ranges, a air pistol and rifle range that has produced a few Olympic athletes and often used hu the local schools air gun teams, a catch and release pond for fishing, campgrounds often used by the Boy Scouts in addition to members, a rifle and pistol range, and my personal fav and the one I use often (besides the archery range) is the trap/skeet fields. 3. This chapter is very involved with the community. From the aforementioned youth groups like Boy Scouts and HS air gun teams often partnering to use the facilities, to the wide array of educational courses offered throughout the year. They also hold other events like an annual picnic for people with disabilities, partnering with Fairfax County as a one location to do your archery test for the Fairfax County Parks & Rec Deer Archery Program, sanctioned ATA, NSSA, and USA Archery tournaments, and NRA Women on Target. When you join it'll be expensive as you pay the annual dues + the initiation fee. But as long as you keep up to date on the annual dues you won't have the pay the initiation fee again. You don't get your full range badge, which allows you to bring guests with you, until you complete your 6hrs of volunteer work. It's not hard and there's plenty of volunteer ops you can sign up for online. I was able to knock my 6hrs out pretty quickly. And if you do an additional several hours of work after getting full range privileges, you'll be able to get a discount on your annual dues next year. I've been to all but the air gun ranges and each facility is lovely. Everyone that is a regular is also nice so just come in with the right attitude and you'll have a fun time.

I've been a member for 15 years and a volunteer Range Safety Officer there for 13…read more Lots of good people in the membership and lots of regular shooting buddies. The rifle/pistol and skeet and trap facilities are very useable. The indoor air rifle/pistol facility has hosted several international matches and produced one Olympic Gold medal shooter and one other member of the Olympic team. It is the local site for the area high school teams. I shoot once a week and serve as a RSO once a month at the rifle/pistol range. The controlled rifle/pistol range might be a different environment for shooters who have frequented public ranges that have few safety controls and rules, but IWLA a much safer environment than I have ever encountered on public ranges in the area. My wife and grandkids were always welcome and enjoyed their time at the rifle/pistol range.

One of the few private gun clubs in the anti-gun state of Maryland. Berwyn is a wonderful place to…read morego and practice marksmanship. They have a lot of members from all walks of life, from hunters to law enforcement, casual target shooters to dedicated competitors. Despite recent pressures from Maryland legislation, Berwyn's membership remains strong and may even be growing larger as one of the few venues people can use for their hobby or career. The range itself is set in the woods of rural Bowie. Admittedly, it looks more like a Boy Scouts camp than a major high-tech range, but that's part of its charm. They have three "no sky" ranges, meaning there are baffles set to block any stray bullets that do not head down the range. A 50 foot, a 50 yard, and a 100 yard allow people to use whatever they need for their chosen firearms. As an outdoor range, you can expect to deal with weather and climate as well as insect life. I always check the forecast before deciding to head out there. As a private range, this is not accessible to the general public. To gain access you must send an e-mail asking about membership. Within a month, you will know if you are approved to join (I've never known anyone to be turned down). After that, you have access to the range, but must remember to follow all range rules, including proper safety, avoiding damage to the range, and cleaning up after yourself. If you're into firearms, for anything from hunting to marksmanship, and looking for a good range in the Prince George's and Arundel area, then I recommend looking into this place. Go to their website and check them out!

Friendly Club with a nicely updated Clubhouse - Ranges include; 100 Yard, 50 Yard, and 50 Foot, as…read morewell as archery and fishing trips too - A safe Jr's program for kids, DNR Hunter Safety, a special ladies event called Tea & Targets, et al - For info about the Club call and leave a message or check the website - I've never met a nicer bunch of folks.

I was a first-time shooter prior to my session with Paul. I took his Introduction to Handguns…read moreclass, 1on1. Went into the class nervous, a bit shaky--all the things you'd expect for one's first time shooting. Around four hours later, I left the class feeling confident, informed, and empowered! Paul's attentiveness, friendliness, and wealth of expertise make him the premier resource for anyone looking to learn how to safely use a firearm. If I had children, I would recommend them to Paul if and when the time came for them to have their first training session.

There's a reason for Paul's google map rating! The training was way better then expected as Paul…read morewent above and beyond. He definitely knows how to work with different audiences, skill levels, and ages. My teenager, I quote "enjoyed it, and felt supported, especially at the range". Thank you!

As a civilian enthusiast who loves to go training, I can honestly say that the JDC team is hands…read moredown the best training experience in the Washington DC / Northern Virginia area. I have participated in their low light pistol, shotgun and precision rifle classes: Each time was a terrific experience. I learned a ton of new techniques, got customized instructions from their top notch trainers. I will definitely be returning for more fun and classes!

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I got my "mini PhD" in Cerakote and parkerizing online after purchasing an older Colt 1911 on…read moregunbroker, which had its fair share of weathering and "idiot scratches" on it. Their rep hit me up right away here on Yelp, and I made the drive a few days later to look into a Cerakote finish for my latest handgun conquest. Pricey for sure but my word does it look like a brand new firearm. I'm taking my wife's P22 there soon to get some fun color but the regular gunmetal finish I got for this Colt really is impressive. Cool little shop too, and I tbh I did enjoy some of the responses from the owner to a handful of digs on this platform too haha. More SBO should be this genuinely engaged. Nice work fellas thanks again.