Apex Shooting Center is an indoor shooting range and retail store at 5320 Powerline Road, Suite 100, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The website says the facility took two years and $20 million to build. It is open to the public seven days a week, with first-time shooters, regulars, and members all served at the same location.
The range has 21 lanes in three bays. A 15-yard pistol bay is used for handgun shooting. Machine guns, rifles, and combination sessions are assigned to lanes in the 25-yard bay, and these bays are set up for tactical shooting with movement and multiple targets. Action Target retrieval systems and PILOT computerized target carriers, each with an integrated camera that shows the target on the control screen, allow moving and turning targets, timed drills, and shooting games. The building has HEPA filtration and ventilation, and the ranges are air conditioned. Maximum permitted caliber is 30-06. Range time is $21 per person per hour on either distance. A separate Laser Shot simulator uses no live ammunition and offers 47 games, including clay, hunting, arcade, and skills-based games.
Apex Academy runs group classes taught by NRA- and USCCA-certified instructors. Classes include Intro to Shooting, an 18-20 Intro to Shooting, Women's Intro to Shooting, Mastering the Basics, the NRA-certified Florida concealed weapons permit class in English and Spanish, Defensive Handgun I-III, Move and Shoot, Shotgun, Gun Cleaning, rifle courses, NRA Pistol, Rifle, and Shotgun courses, Class G security requalification, AVIRT, and a free child safety class for ages 7-15. One-on-one private lessons are available with named instructors. Guest instructors who meet the credential and insurance requirements can bring their own students.
Rentals include single pistols, unlimited pistol or rifle swaps, rifles, and machine guns (an MP5, an AR-15, and a suppressed AR). Apex also has a retail store with firearms, ammunition, and accessories, an on-site armorer and gunsmith, FFL transfers including NFA items, firearm storage, and a complimentary one-on-one consultation with a certified instructor with every firearm purchase. Gold and Platinum memberships cover range time, retail and class discounts, and a complimentary USCCA membership. Birthday, bachelor and bachelorette, corporate, and group events can be booked, and the facility has a VIP lounge and classrooms. Military, law enforcement, and first responders get 10% off range time, rental guns, and retail ancillary items with ID.
At a glance
Range type: Indoor, Pistol, Rifle, Training / Classes, Virtual Simulator
Lanes / positions: 21
Distances: Pistol bay: 15 yards. Rifle, machine gun and combination bays: 25 yards. 21 lanes in three range bays.
Access: Open to the public
Minimum age: 12 (minors must be supervised)
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Family friendly · Youth programs · Private lane / facility rental · Hosts competitions · Food service on site
Credentials
Affiliations: USCCA partner (members receive complimentary USCCA membership); instructors certified through NRA and USCCA; AVIRT designed by HSI; Action Target range technology
Services, training & programs
Indoor shooting range: 21 lanes in three bays (15-yard pistol bay; 25-yard bay for rifles, machine guns and combinations), $21/hour per person
PILOT computerized target carriers and Action Target retrieval systems with moving targets, timed drills and shooting games
Free shooting video and 2 free passes to USCCA intro classes offered to customers
Handgun rentals: single pistol $12, unlimited pistol swaps $20
Rifle rentals: single rifle $25, unlimited rifle swaps $40
Machine gun rentals: MP5 $99, AR-15 $49, suppressed AR $59
Apex Academy group classes (Intro to Shooting, Mastering the Basics, Defensive Handgun I-III, Move and Shoot, Shotgun, Gun Cleaning, Sub One, Basic Rifle, Rifle Fundamentals & Performance)
NRA-certified Florida Concealed Weapons Permit class in English and Spanish (classroom plus live fire at 7 yards)
NRA Pistol, NRA Rifle and NRA Shotgun courses
Class G Security Officer annual requalification (4 hours)
Women-only classes with a female instructor (Women's Intro to Shooting, Pistols and Pilates)
18-20 Intro to Shooting for young adults ages 18-20
Child and Teen Firearm Safety Class for ages 7-15
Private one-on-one lessons with certified instructors
Guest instructor program: no lane fees for registered instructors; classroom or private bay booking available
Laser Shot shooting simulator with 47 games: $10 per 15 minutes or $20 per 30 minutes, unlimited gameplay
Retail store with firearms, ammunition and accessories; try-before-you-buy; online store and Class III/NFA store
Complimentary one-on-one consultation with a certified instructor with every firearm purchase
On-site armorer/gunsmith: cleaning, repairs, sight and optic installation and zeroing, customization
Law enforcement, military and first responder discount: 10% off — With ID at check-in: 10% off range time, rental guns and retail ancillary items.
Memberships
Gold: $59.95/mon — $50 initiation fee plus $59.95 per month. Sign up with staff during a visit. Retail discounts may not apply to all items.
Unlimited range time Monday-Friday
10% off range time Saturday-Sunday
Second range priority
5% off ammo and accessories
3% off firearms and optics
15% off all classes, including friends and family who attend with you
10% private lesson discount
Private events and demos
Machine gun rentals at retail rates
Complimentary USCCA membership with Elite Level benefits (presented by Delta Defense)
Self-defense liability insurance
24/7 access to the Delta Defense Critical Response Team
USCCA Protector Academy access
New online/in-person training opportunities added each month
Concealed carry magazine subscription
Platinum: $79.95/mon — $100 initiation fee plus $79.95 per month. Sign up with staff during a visit. Retail discounts may not apply to all items.
Unlimited range time
First range priority
10% off ammo and accessories
5% off firearms and optics
20% off all classes, including friends and family who attend with you
15% private lesson discount
VIP access to private events and demos
1 free machine gun rental per month
Complimentary USCCA membership with Elite Level benefits (presented by Delta Defense)
Self-defense liability insurance
24/7 access to the Delta Defense Critical Response Team
USCCA Protector Academy access
New online/in-person training opportunities added each month
Concealed carry magazine subscription
Training & classes
Child Safety Class (ages 7-15): Free — Date TBD. Listed among the free 90-minute intro courses. Covers firearm safety rules, safe storage and range safety.
Intro To Shooting (18+): $49.95 — Beginner class, 1.5-2 hours, every Saturday, 15 slots; firearm, ammo, targets and eye/ear protection included. Evening Saturday session 5:30-7:30pm listed at $49.99.
18-20 Intro to Shooting: $29 — Every Sunday 5:30-7:30pm. Ages 18-20 only; all equipment provided. Class description lists $29.99. Minimum four students.
Women's Intro To Shooting: $49.99 — First and last Friday of each month, 5:30-7:30pm, female instructor.
Pistols and Pilates (women only): $99 — Date TBD.
Mastering The Basics: $99.95 — Handgun fundamentals, 2.5-3 hours, once a month, 10 slots, ages 21+, beginner to intermediate; firearm, ammo, targets and eye/ear protection included.
Concealed Weapons Permit Class: $59.99 — NRA-certified, meets Florida requirements; 3 hours, live fire at 7 yards. Mon 6-9pm, Sat/Sun 10am-1pm; ages 21+. Listed as reduced from $49.99 original price on source page.
Concealed Weapons Permit Class (Español): $49.99 — Taught entirely in Spanish, every 3rd Saturday 2-4pm; ages 21+. A $29.99 price also appears on the source page.
Shotgun Class: $49.99 — First Friday of every month, 5:30-6:30pm; qualifies students to shoot a shotgun on the range.
Move and Shoot: $40.00 — Every Thursday 6:30-9pm.
Defensive Handgun I: $279.95 — Intermediate, 3 hours, once a month, 8 slots, ages 21+. A 2nd Saturday 8-11am session is listed at $149.99.
Defensive Handgun II: $279.95 — Advanced, 3 hours, once a month, 8 slots, ages 21+.
Defensive Handgun III: $279.95 — Advanced, 3 hours, once a month, 8 slots, ages 21+.
Sub One: $149.99 — Last Saturday of every month, 8am-12pm.
Basic Rifle Course: $149 — Date TBD.
Rifle Fundamentals & Performance Class: $149.99 — 3-hour rifle course. Students bring a rifle with functional optic, zeroing tool, sling, 3+ magazines, carriers, eye/ear protection and 300 rounds.
Gun Cleaning Class: $49.99 — 1st Tuesday of every month, 10am-12pm.
Security Requalification (Class G): $99.99 — Florida Class G annual requalification, 4 hours, every 1st Sunday 2-6pm. Bring duty pistol, belt, holster, 3 magazines, ammo, license and photo ID.
Active Violence Immediate Response Training (AVIRT): $99 — Every 2nd Saturday 2-5pm; HSI-designed course including bleeding control.
The Prepared Real Estate Agent: $49.99 — Every 1st Thursday 10am-12pm; beginner personal safety and firearm handling with live fire.
NRA Pistol course: $425 — Two-day course, Nov 11-12, 2026, 8am-4pm; offered every other month.
NRA Rifle Class 2026: $299 — Dec 16, 2026, 8am-6pm.
NRA Shotgun Class 2026: $299 — Dec 17, 2026, 8am-6pm; 11-hour one-day course.
Private lessons: Contact for pricing — One-on-one lessons tailored to skill level with instructors Giuseppe Costa, Roberto Aponte, Patrick Delacruz, or Anthony Mayuga (selectable on the booking form). Members receive 10% (Gold) or 15% (Platinum) off.
Packages & experiences
Typical first visit for two (no equipment): ~$80 per person — Website estimate for a one-hour first visit: $10 registration, $21 lane, $12 pistol rental, two targets ($4), two sets of double ear protection ($28.96), two sets of safety glasses ($7.98) and two boxes of 9mm ($45.98).
Corporate events: Contact for pricing — Customizable packages with tournaments, instructional classes, VIP lounge and shooting lanes, and optional catering through partners. Email events@apexshootingcenter.com (weekdays 9am-5pm).
Private events and parties: Contact for pricing — Birthday, bachelor/bachelorette and group events.
Firearm purchase consultation: Free — Complimentary one-on-one consultation with a certified instructor with every firearm purchase (safe handling, range etiquette, maintenance, ammunition and recommendations).
Range time is per person; each shooter pays a one-time $10 registration fee. Law enforcement, military and first responders receive 10% off range time, rental guns and retail ancillary items with ID. Firearm and ammunition sales are final; other merchandise may be returned within 20 days in original condition, and canceled or restocked items carry a 10% restocking fee. Inbound transferred firearms need 48 hours to process; firearms not picked up within 6 months are considered abandoned.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Valid state driver's license, US passport, or valid foreign passport; a form of payment (cash and major credit cards accepted; ATM on-site); your own eye and ear protection if you have it (sold on site otherwise). Sunglasses are not acceptable eye protection; impact-resistant prescription glasses are acceptable.
Ammo policy: Steel core, green tip, incendiary and tracer ammunition are prohibited; violators are expelled and charged for damage. Guests shooting Apex rental firearms must use ammunition purchased from Apex. Maximum caliber is 30-06. Muzzleloaders, air rifles and BB guns are not permitted. You may collect only your own spent brass.
Age policy: No child under 12 is permitted on the range. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or have a waiver signed by one. A maximum of two minors are permitted per adult who is at least 21. You must be 21 to purchase ammunition. At least one member of a party renting firearms must be 21 or older.
Rental requirements: Rental firearms require Apex-purchased ammunition. If you have no firearm of your own, you must shoot with at least one other person in your party who is also shooting. At least one party member must be 21 or older.
Dress code: Closed-toe shoes or sneakers required; no sandals or flip-flops in the shooting bays (booties for sale at the counter). A high-necklined shirt is suggested to avoid hot brass. Dress and behave appropriately; Apex is a family-friendly environment. Low-cut or strapless tops are not allowed in classes.
First-timer tips: Staff and range safety officers guide new shooters. A free Intro to Shooting-style learning path is available through Apex Academy. Single-shooter policy: if renting a firearm without owning one, you need at least two people in your party who are both shooting; solo shooters must bring their own firearm or have purchased one from Apex. All firearms must be cased when entering and pointed down range; follow RSO commands. Pregnant guests are not permitted in the shooting bays. No food, drink, gum or smoking materials (including e-cigarettes) in the bays. Zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol.
Hours
Monday: 10am - 9pm
Tuesday: 10am - 9pm
Wednesday: 10am - 9pm
Thursday: 10am - 9pm
Friday: 10am - 9pm
Saturday: 9am - 9pm
Sunday: 9am - 8pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Apex Shooting Center's hours?
Monday-Friday 10am-9pm, Saturday 9am-9pm, and Sunday 9am-8pm.
Where is Apex Shooting Center located?
5320 Powerline Road, Suite 100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. Phone (954) 887-6101.
How much does it cost to shoot?
Range time is $21 per person per hour on either the 15-yard or 25-yard lanes, plus a one-time $10 registration fee on your first visit. Rentals, ammo, targets and safety gear are extra. The website estimates about $80 per person for a first one-hour visit for two people with no equipment.
What firearms can I rent?
Pistols are $12 (single) or $20 for unlimited swaps. Rifles are $25 (single) or $40 for unlimited swaps. Machine guns are an MP5 at $99, an AR-15 at $49, and a suppressed AR at $59.
Can I use my own ammo in a rental gun?
No. Rental firearms must be used with ammunition purchased from Apex. Steel core, green tip, incendiary and tracer ammo are prohibited for all guns, and the maximum caliber is 30-06.
Can I shoot alone if I don't own a gun?
No. Under the single-shooter policy, you need at least two people in your party who are both shooting if you rent a firearm. You may shoot alone only if you bring your own firearm or have already purchased one from Apex. At least one party member must be 21 or older.
What is the age policy?
No child under 12 is allowed on the range. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian or have a guardian-signed waiver, and a maximum of two minors are allowed per adult 21 or older. You must be 21 to buy ammunition.
Do I need eye and ear protection?
Yes, both are required on the range at all times. They are sold on site (safety glasses $3.99, earmuffs $12.99, foam plugs $1.49), and double hearing protection is recommended. Regular sunglasses do not count as eye protection.
What should I wear?
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes or sneakers. Sandals and flip-flops are not allowed in the bays. A shirt with a high neckline is suggested to keep hot brass out.
What ID and payment do I need?
A valid state driver's license, US passport, or valid foreign passport. Cash and all major credit cards are accepted, and there is an ATM on-site.
Do you offer memberships?
Yes. Gold is $50 initiation plus $59.95/month (unlimited range time Mon-Fri, 10% off Sat-Sun). Platinum is $100 initiation plus $79.95/month (unlimited range time, first priority, one free machine gun rental a month). Both include a complimentary USCCA membership, class and retail discounts. Sign up with staff at the range.
What classes do you offer?
Apex Academy offers Intro to Shooting, an 18-20 intro class, Women's Intro, Mastering the Basics, Florida concealed weapons permit classes in English and Spanish, Defensive Handgun I-III, Move and Shoot, Shotgun, Gun Cleaning, rifle courses, NRA Pistol/Rifle/Shotgun courses, Class G requalification, AVIRT, a child safety class, and private lessons.
Do you offer a military, law enforcement or first responder discount?
Yes. Present ID at check-in for 10% off range time, rental guns and retail ancillary items.
Can I host a party or corporate event?
Yes. Apex hosts birthday, bachelor and bachelorette, corporate and group events. Corporate packages can include tournaments, classes, a VIP lounge with lanes, and catering through partners. Email events@apexshootingcenter.com (weekdays 9am-5pm) or use the form on the site.
Is there anything to do besides live-fire shooting?
Yes. The Laser Shot simulator uses no ammunition and offers 47 games, including clays, hunting and arcade games. It costs $10 for 15 minutes or $20 for 30 minutes, with unlimited gameplay during that time.
Do you handle FFL transfers or gunsmithing?
Yes. FFL transfers are $50 (non-NFA) or $100 (NFA item) plus a $5 FDLE background check fee, and transferred firearms need 48 hours to process after delivery. An on-site armorer provides cleaning, repairs, sight and optic installation and zeroing, and customization.
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