First Shots works for us!

Read how NSSF Members like you have incorporated First Shots into their range/course offerings.

"There is no greater satisfaction than seeing a shooter go from nervous to smiling after learning the love of the shooting sports through attending the First Shots class." -Jessica K.

"This class is our biggest seller by far! Students are always very pleased with this course." -Kris S.

"I enjoy teaching people how to safely handle a firearm and the correct techniques of how to shoot and be successful at it. Watching them learn and grow in the shooting sports is about as rewarding as it gets." -Brandon

"I enjoy teaching like-minded people on a subject that I have a passion for." -Eric

"It’s very rewarding to get to teach gun safety and basic shooting skills to new shooters as well as folks that just need a refresher. As I have said many times this course is a beginning and all of us have started at the same point and have grown from there." -Ron

First Shots works for us!

Read how NSSF Members like you have incorporated First Shots into their range/course offerings.

"There is no greater satisfaction than seeing a shooter go from nervous to smiling after learning the love of the shooting sports through attending the First Shots class."

-Jessica K.

"This class is our biggest seller by far! Students are always very pleased with this course."

-Kris S.

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Join NSSF in welcoming more shooters to our sport, and increase customers to your range!

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-Maintain an active NSSF membership
-Provide space for instruction and range experience
-Provide qualified instructor(s)
-Promote the event
-Be committed to growing the sport and welcoming new shooters to your facility!

What is First Shots?

How do we become a

First Shots Host Range?

What does NSSF provide?

First Shots is a program designed to introduce new shooters to shooting fundamentals and firearm safety, deliver a hands-on experience, and provide incentives to continue their shooting journey. Whether your range offers paper/steel targets or clay targets, First Shots is for you!

NSSF is committed to helping member ranges increase new shooters/new customers, and lay the groundwork for repeat business. As a First Shots Host Range, you can tap into NSSF’s support system for successfully promoting and hosting an enjoyable and productive First Shots event, with a unique customer reward program designed to bring new shooters back to your range for more shooting fun.

NSSF’s First Shots program has helped member facilities across the country safely and enjoyably introduce thousands of individuals to the fun of shooting. Now you can be an NSSF First Shots Host Range, too!

-First Shots event support materials, like eye/ear protection, paper/clay targets, and even ammunition!
-Marketing support, including co-op advertising dollars, and tips to make your event a success
-First Shots implementation templates developed by experts
-A course handbook for every participant
-$25 reward for each First Shots participant upon course completion