Governors Gun Club operates an indoor shooting range, retail gun store, training center, restaurant and event venue in Powder Springs, Georgia, at 5740 C.H. James Parkway. It is the second Atlanta-area location of the club, alongside its Kennesaw facility. Founded by Bert Brown and his wife Kristina around the "Guntry Club" idea of combining a shooting range with fine dining, the club is open to the public, with membership adding extra benefits.
The club's 15- and 25-yard indoor ranges are climate controlled and run on an automatic target system, so shooters do not walk downrange to hang targets. All lanes are rated for pistols and rifles up to .30-06. The club also offers a 100-yard indoor rifle range for sighting in rifles and an indoor shotgun field for Olympic Trap, American Trap and 5-Stand. Members-only 15- and 25-yard lanes are available to members.
Training is run through Governors' Training & Education program, with instructors the club describes as having 20+ years of experience. Structured handgun courses (five-course progression, $75-$125), a three-course rifle curriculum, shotgun courses, and safety and defense seminars (Stop the Bleed+, suppressors, legal topics) are held at the Kennesaw location. Private one-on-one instruction in any firearm discipline is available at Powder Springs by booking online. A Ladies Shooting Club meets at Powder Springs, and the club hosts IDPA, Hit Factor and GSSF competition, a bowling pin shootout and other events.
The retail store carries firearms, ammunition, optics, suppressors, NFA items, parts, magazines, knives and range gear, and offers FFL transfers, armorer/gunsmithing services and gift cards. A restaurant and lounge operates at the Powder Springs location, and the club has event spaces for private events, corporate functions and live music. Rental handguns are available, and machine gun rental is part of the member benefits.
Shooters choose the club for the range-plus-restaurant setup, a tiered membership program (GGC Shooter, Platoon, Full Metal Jacket, High Brass) with discounts for veterans, active duty, first responders and shooters 62 and over, and training for all levels from first-time shooters to advanced.
At a glance
Range type: Indoor, Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Training / Classes
Distances: Pistol/rifle: 15 and 25 yards (indoor, automatic target system, rated up to .30-06). Rifle: 100 yards (indoor). Shotgun: indoor field for Olympic Trap, American Trap and 5-Stand.
Access: Open to the public
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Hosts competitions · Food service on site
Services, training & programs
Indoor 15-yard and 25-yard pistol/rifle ranges with automatic target system (rated up to .30-06)
Members-only 15 and 25-yard lanes
100-yard indoor rifle range
Indoor shotgun field: Olympic Trap, American Trap and 5-Stand
Rental handguns (see Range Rental Guns)
Machine gun rental (free annually on birthday for primary members, $100 value)
Handgun training curriculum: five courses, $75-$125
Rifle training curriculum: three courses, $75-$125
Shotgun training curriculum including sporting clays and clay target disciplines
Event spaces and corporate event hosting; conference room rentals for top-tier members
Live music and entertainment events
Axe throwing
Gift cards
Corporate and group membership discounts
Amenities
Gun Rental
Full Auto Rentals
Ammo Sales
Retail / Gun Store
Gunsmith
Air Conditioning
Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Gift Cards
Online Booking
Event / Venue Space
Pricing at Governors Gun Club
Range fees & day rates
IDPA Match (5 stages, ~100 rounds): $35 — $30 for members.
Range time (15/25-yard, 100-yard, shotgun field): Contact for pricing — Standard walk-in lane rates are not published; members shoot the 15 and 25-yard ranges free and receive discounted 100-yard and shotgun field time.
Eye and ear protection rental: Contact for pricing — Free for members any time they are at the range.
Memberships
GGC Shooter: $248.10 - $681.00 — Single-member range membership. One-time initiation fee of $200. Price range shown on the website depends on billing option.
Free 15 & 25-yard range time
Free eye and ear protection rental
Discounted 100-yard rifle range and indoor shotgun field
25% off firearm training
5% off accessories
50% off FFL transfers sent to the facility
Free machine gun rental on birthday (primary member, $100 value)
12 annual range passes for guests
1 free annual handgun rental
Platoon: $358.80 - $942.00 — Family range membership. One-time initiation fee of $300. Price range shown on the website depends on billing option.
All GGC Shooter benefits
Range access for family members
12 annual range guest passes
Free annual handgun rental
Full Metal Jacket: $1,585.55 - $2,463.00 — Premium social & range membership. One-time initiation fee of $1,500. Price range shown on the website depends on billing option.
All basic member benefits
Family member access
Unlimited access to the restaurant & lounge
Unlimited free range time on members-only 15 & 25-yard ranges
4 hours of complimentary firearm instruction
10% off all event bookings
High Brass: $2,713.95 - $4,747.00 — Highest-tier membership. One-time initiation fee of $2,500. Price range shown on the website depends on billing option.
Unlimited access to the restaurant & lounge
Members-only 15 & 25-yard ranges
Discounts in-store
Free range time on the indoor shotgun field
6 free annual conference room rentals
20% off all event bookings
Brother In Arms (add-on): $150 — $150 per child, paid annually, renewable 1 year from start date.
Adds children ages 21-26 to a membership
Preferred Plus (add-on): $100 — Paid annually, renewable 1 year from start date.
Unlimited handgun rental
Member Storage Locker (High Brass/Full Metal Jacket add-on): $250 — Due when available, paid annually, renewable 1 year from start date. Contact Member Services.
Handgun Training Curriculum: $75 - $125 — Five-course progression from first trigger pull to advanced draw, reload and maintenance skills. Held at Kennesaw.
Rifle Training Curriculum: $75 - $125 — Three courses from new rifle owner fundamentals to reloads, malfunction drills and maintenance. Listed as coming soon.
Shotgun Training Curriculum: See class calendar — Basic gun handling through sporting clays and clay target disciplines on the indoor shotgun field. Held at Kennesaw.
New Shooter Essentials: See class calendar — Beginner handgun training for new firearm owners.
Private training at Powder Springs: Contact for pricing — One-on-one instruction with a club instructor, any firearm discipline, flexible scheduling; booked online. Powder Springs pricing is listed as custom.
Private training at Kennesaw (reference rate): $150/hr — $50 per additional participant per hour, 3 people maximum, 1-hour minimum.
Safety & Defense Seminars: See class calendar — Stop the Bleed+, suppressors ins and outs, legal seminars; classroom only, no range time required. Held at Kennesaw.
Packages & experiences
Heroes discount: $100 off annual / $10 off monthly — Active duty, veterans and first responders. Contact Member Services for discount code.
Seasoned Shooter discount: 15% off — Primary members 62 and over, annual or monthly billing. Contact Member Services for discount code.
Corporate and group memberships: Contact for pricing — Discounts available for group-rate and corporate memberships.
The Full Metal Jacket Experience: Contact for pricing — Premium membership/experience offering listed on the club website.
Members receive 25% off firearm training. Rates for lane time, rentals and ammo were not published on the pages reviewed. The club cancellation policy and range specials are on separate pages of the website.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Members receive free eye and ear protection rental; non-member protection policy not published.
Age policy: Not stated on the pages reviewed; check Range Rules & Information or call the club.
Rental requirements: Rental handguns are offered (Range Rental Guns page); members get 1 free annual handgun rental on GGC Shooter and Platoon tiers, and Preferred Plus add-on gives unlimited handgun rental. Specific rental requirements not published.
First-timer tips: Every class begins with the four fundamental rules of firearm safety. New shooters can start with Handgun Fundamentals or New Shooter Essentials, or book a private one-on-one session. Prospective members are encouraged to tour either location and meet the team.
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11am - 8pm
Wednesday: 11am - 8pm
Thursday: 11am - 8pm
Friday: 11am - 8pm
Saturday: 10am - 8pm
Sunday: 12pm - 6pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours at Governors Gun Club Powder Springs?
5740 C.H. James Parkway, Powder Springs, GA 30127. Phone (678) 384-0005. The club's other location is at 1005 Cobb Pl Blvd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
Do I have to be a member to shoot?
No. The club is open to the public and everyone is welcome. Membership adds benefits such as members-only lanes, member events, discounts and access to the Members Lounge & Restaurant.
What kinds of ranges does the club have?
Indoor, climate-controlled 15- and 25-yard ranges with an automatic target system, all lanes rated for pistols and rifles up to .30-06; a 100-yard indoor rifle range; and an indoor shotgun field for Olympic Trap, American Trap and 5-Stand.
How much does it cost to shoot?
Walk-in lane rates were not published on the pages reviewed; call (678) 384-0005. Members shoot the 15 and 25-yard ranges free and get discounted time on the 100-yard range and shotgun field.
How much does a membership cost?
Annual prices range from $248.10-$681.00 (GGC Shooter, plus $200 initiation) and $358.80-$942.00 (Platoon, plus $300) to $1,585.55-$2,463.00 (Full Metal Jacket, plus $1,500) and $2,713.95-$4,747.00 (High Brass, plus $2,500).
Are there discounts for military, first responders or seniors?
Yes. Active duty, veterans and first responders get $100 off annual or $10 off monthly billing. Primary members 62 and over get 15% off. Contact Member Services for the discount code. Group and corporate rates are also available.
Can I rent a gun?
Yes, the club has a Range Rental Guns program. Members get a free annual handgun rental on GGC Shooter and Platoon, the Preferred Plus add-on ($100/year) gives unlimited handgun rental, and primary members receive a free machine gun rental on their birthday.
What classes does the club offer?
A five-course handgun curriculum ($75-$125), a three-course rifle curriculum ($75-$125, coming soon), shotgun courses, Handgun Fundamentals ($120, $100 members), New Shooter Essentials, and safety and defense seminars. Group classes and seminars are held at Kennesaw; private training is offered at both locations.
Can I book private training at Powder Springs?
Yes. One-on-one instruction in any firearm discipline can be booked online with flexible scheduling. Pricing at Powder Springs is listed as custom; the Kennesaw private rate is $150 per hour plus $50 per additional participant (3 people maximum).
Are there leagues or competitions?
The club hosts IDPA matches ($35, $30 members), Hit Factor matches, GSSF, a Bowling Pin Shootout, and a Ladies Shooting Club at Powder Springs.
Does the club have a restaurant?
Yes. A restaurant and lounge operates at Powder Springs, with unlimited access included for Full Metal Jacket and High Brass members.
Does the club offer FFL transfers and gunsmithing?
Yes. The store handles FFL transfers (50% off for members) and offers armorer/on-site gunsmithing services.
Can I host an event or corporate function?
Yes. The club has event spaces and hosts corporate events and live music. Full Metal Jacket members get 10% off event bookings and High Brass members get 20% off.