I am not an expert on guns, nor gun clubs, but my brother-in-law is a member here. When I come…read moredown to visit, this is one of the places we like to go together for a few hours of brotherly bonding. He has two Sig 9 mil handguns, and I get the opportunity to learn how to use them and shoot on an indoor range. Lafayette is off the beaten path, which is a no brainer given the noise generated by the weapons on the outdoor ranges. It gets loud. Inside, the range is well set up, and everyone associated with the club management is first class friendly and knowledgeable. They are also incredibly patient with a novice who keeps shooting up their clothespins and PVC target frames. Too bad I wasn't aiming at them. My exposure to these guns and people has really opened my eyes to the engineering and design that goes into making a shooting iron these days, and more importantly the culture surrounding it. I am very impressed with the combination of warmth and seriousness that the people I meet display. Men, women and kids at all skill levels interact in a friendly, respectful manner. The teaching of gun safety is ever present, and the willingness to accept guidance a clear indication that everyone understands that while shooting is a fun sport, it also requires high skill levels and an appreciation of the potential for destruction. Having checked it out a few times, I now bring my young teenage son with us to join in both the bonding and the shooting. He is a Star Boy Scout and already has taken safety courses and earned the merit badges associated with rifles and shooting. I was amazed that he knew what to do and can shoot with a steady hand. I just bought him a set of "Ears," and we have discussed our mutual interest in taking this further. Lafayette Gun Club is an excellent place to go (if you can get in) to learn and practice this sport, and see what goes into gunsport today. Why only 4 Stars? A snack bar and more comfortable waiting areas in and outside would do the trick.

Hurrah for guns! I mean, hurrah for Lafayette Gun Club! Located off of Route 17 on Dare Road it is…read morea little hidden away but worth the search. Down the winding path you go through the woods to the gates of one of the best target ranges on this side of the water. Lucky for me I know a range master who takes me shooting when I feel like it. Membership is pretty affordable (last I checked) and there are a lot of events and goings-on through the club. http://www.4lgc.org/ Everyone who frequents the club are very helpful and professional. Most of the people who go take shooting and gun safety seriously, so you don't have to worry about someone green to handguns flailing in the booth beside you. They have multiple ranges. Outdoor features a 50m safety range, 100m safety range, Trap range, Five-stand range and an Archery target area. Indoors they have "50 foot indoor range has 10 firing positions, motor-driven target carriers, complete projectile and residue containment, variable lighting, radiant strip heating and state-of-the-art Detroit Armor backstop. Firing positions are separated by lane dividers at the firing line and sound absorbing materials are liberally used to minimize noise to the shooters, the clubhouse proper, and surrounding areas. This excellent facility is open for members' use 24 hours per day, 7 days per week." I have been there quite a few times now and it normally isn't very crowded. You don't have to wait for a booth in the range. As long as you mind your P's and Q's you will have a great time!

First time here since it changed hands and I enjoyed it. Was going to GT but it's gotten too busy…read moreand some of the employees talk down to you. Glad to have another place to keep up on practice.

Freedom Outdoors is a welcome replacement for the old Colonial Shooting Academy in a great many…read moreways, and frankly we are lucky to get a new range option in a region without many of them. To avoid going through this review like I have a chip on my shoulder, I'll say it straight: I did not like Colonial at all, and Freedom Outdoors does everything so much better. Excellent staff who aren't rude or combative for no reason, reasonable range rules, and clean shooting bays without weird columns in the middle make this place an ideal destination. The biggest change is the staff, particularly the RSOs: they are cool and focused on making sure everything is safe but also without micromanaging every shooter. The one I interacted with during my range time was friendly and answered my questions without issue. The counter staff were quite busy but still processed me quickly. The shooting bays are quite nice, with a nice polished wood area to lay your guns while not in use and to do reloading, though they also have a few chairs behind the bays for that too. They use the standard electronic "fly in, fly out" target system where you can bring it in to attach paper targets and then send it to a distance of your choice. I was surprised the place wasn't busier for a Saturday, though that made my life easier since I wanted a somewhat calmer spot to test my new gun. I did not rent any of their guns this time though they appeared to have a good number of them. I didn't spend much time in their store, though they have a decent selection of firearms and accessories, with an ammo section in a separate room that I did shop from. One thing I noticed is that most of their firearm offerings are more common ones, as compared to the huge revolver collection that was here with Colonial. My one gripe is the cost of a lane: $30 for an hour for one person (or even their $50 for 2 people) is a lot of money. Their only competitor in the area is Green Top, which is $25 for an hour for one person and $40 for two. Essentially there are a few things worth paying the extra money for if you choose to come here: proximity to where you live (Green Top is a bit of a drive north), a calmer shooting experience (assuming it stays the way it is now), the chance of getting to shoot for a little longer than an hour if they aren't busy, and the fact that they are cool with you shooting full-auto/binary. For example, if I wanted to teach someone how to shoot, rent a full-auto or shoot my binary, or planned to shoot a LOT of ammo, I would choose Freedom. If I just wanted to get some basic shooting in with a friend who already knew how to shoot, I might go with Green Top purely because it's cheaper. Ultimately, it's up to you whether it's worth the drive to save $10. Super glad to have Freedom Outdoors in our backyard and will definitely return again soon! ---- Overall: 4.5 stars Pros: - Excellent range staff, top-notch RSOs. - Range rules are fair and non-restrictive. - Nicely-redone bays make for a pleasant (dare I say upscale?) experience. - Good selection of rentals, equipment, etc. - Same excellent parking lot as their predecessors. Cons: - $50 is a lot for an hour's entertainment, but in the circumstances I've outlined above, it's well worth it.

I placed an order and there was some issues with it. I called and explained what happened and where…read morethe confusion came from. They immediately apologized, and strived to make everything right. After we came to an agreement on what appropriate measures needed to be taken, they really outshined anyone else I have ever raised an issue with. Customer service is still the most important thing I want from a company, more even than convenience, and they came through in spades.

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Customer service is rated at a 2 star. No Green top representative is never at the counter.read more

Really friendly and knowledgeable. They're pretty process-heavy, but it's a fun range, so they have…read moreto be. I came in here and bought my first gun. The Manager patiently walked me through 7-8 guns and talked me through the benefits and drawbacks of each one of them. Left with a nice starter gun and a round at the range! Can't complain. Not 5* for me because things moved a little slow there. Vibes were good but not 5* optimal.

Went again twice today. Helpful, positive employees and a good place to shoot. If you want…read moresomething fancy, it might not be the place for you, but if you want an affordable place to shoot with a varied crowd, informative workers, and functional amenities, I'd highly recommend Dominion!

The people at the front counter are extremely helpful and man are the prices good for a shooting…read morerange! This is definitely my favorite spot in the city and going there feels like stepping back in time.

One of the most affordable, customer friendly outdoor ranges in the area. TONS of benches and…read morerarely over-crowded. Yes...membership has increased a bit, but again...still very reasonable. Easy in and out. I'm a fan.

It used to be a great place to go. Now they've raised the membership prices so much and offered…read morenothing.

Great Staff and even better experience. They offer yearly memberships as well as daily fees if you…read moredon't want to become an annual member. I always love an outdoor range not many around.

New ownership seems very nice and friendly. Ranges need a little improvement such as new target…read morestands. Prices are a little too high personally. They claim a new range store is coming with Rapture Tactical. I like those guys and have trained with them, but don't really care about an onsite store and most of what they have is for rich guys and operators, anyway. Rather see more done for us regular sport shooters and security folks. Overall a good experience so far.