The Armory and Indoor Range, at 2043 Locust St in Canal Fulton, Ohio, opened in September 2016. The building has been an indoor pistol range since the mid 1990s, operating earlier as Hidden Arms, The Firing Line, and Midwest Gun Club. It is open to the public, and memberships are available but not required.
The range is a 50-foot heated indoor pistol range with 10 bays and space to load magazines and unload gear. An HVAC system moves fresh air through the range. Permitted firearms include most handgun calibers, pistol-caliber carbines (such as .22 LR and 9mm), and shotguns using lead shot or slugs. Steel shot is not allowed, and all centerfire rifle calibers (such as .224, 5.56 and .308) are prohibited. Wheelchair users can get onto the range, but portable oxygen is not allowed because of the flammable gas restriction.
Training includes an Ohio concealed carry class ($100) taught with Defensive Training Concepts by NRA Certified instructors with law enforcement and military backgrounds. A private Beginner 101 class is offered for new shooters. Defensive courses include Women's Practical Handgun ($50), Women's Defensive Handgun ($50), Dynamic Handgun ($100) and Dynamic Handgun II ($100). Personal coaching is also listed. Classes are registered in advance by phone, in person or online.
Rental handguns, pistol-caliber carbines, shotguns and NFA items are available, including a fully automatic Heckler & Koch MP5 chambered in .40 S&W. A retail store stocks new and used firearms, ammunition and accessories. The range also handles inbound FFL transfers ($35 per firearm) and offers First Responder savings.
Competition is a regular part of the schedule. USPSA and defensive pistol (IDPA style) matches alternate on Saturday nights, and the range also holds weekly bowling pin and action pistol matches. Group range rentals are available after hours, and the range supports local law enforcement departments with qualification. Staff come from law enforcement, military, firefighter, EMS and firearm industry backgrounds.
At a glance
Range type: Indoor, Pistol, Shotgun, Training / Classes
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Family friendly · Private lane / facility rental · Hosts competitions · Law enforcement / military training
Credentials
Established: 2016 (facility has operated as an indoor pistol range since the mid 1990s)
Affiliations: Registered USPSA (United States Practical Pistol Association) club; Blue Line dealer for law enforcement and safety services discounts; CCW classes taught with Defensive Training Concepts (NRA Certified instructors)
Services, training & programs
10-bay 50-foot heated indoor pistol range
Walk-in range time: 30 minutes $18, 60 minutes $30
Shotgun shooting (lead shot or slugs), $5 fee
Pistol-caliber carbine shooting
Rental handguns, pistol-caliber carbines and shotguns (from $10)
NFA / Class 3 rentals
Full auto H&K MP5 .40 S&W submachine gun rental (21+, factory ammo only)
Retail store: new and used firearms, ammunition, accessories
Ohio concealed carry (CCW) class, $100, limited to 20 students
Private Beginner 101 class
Women's Practical Handgun class, $50
Women's Defensive Handgun class, $50
Dynamic Handgun class, $100
Dynamic Handgun II class, $100
Personal coaching
USPSA matches every other Saturday night, $15
Defensive pistol (IDPA style) matches every other Saturday night, $15
Weekly bowling pin and action pistol competition
Private group range rental, $150 per hour
Law enforcement qualification and training support
Blue Line dealer discounts for law enforcement and safety services
First Responder savings
Inbound FFL / internet transfers, $35 per firearm
Eye and hearing protection rental and targets for sale
Amenities
Gun Rental
Ammo Sales
Retail / Gun Store
Targets
Hearing Protection
Eye Protection
Full Auto Rentals
Wheelchair Accessible
Pricing at The Armory and Indoor Range
Range fees & day rates
30 Minutes: $18 — One shooter, half hour of range time
60 Minutes: $30 — One shooter, one hour of range time
Additional Guest: $5 — Per additional guest
Shotgun Fee: $5 — Added fee when shooting a shotgun
Hearing Protection Rental: $2
Eye Protection Rental: $2
Ear Plugs (for sale): $1
Large Targets: $2
Reaction Targets: $1 - $2
Firearm Rentals: From $10 — Price depends on the firearm or package
Inbound FFL Transfer: $35 — Per firearm; dealer-to-dealer only, no private individuals; Form 4473 and NICS check required
Training & classes
Ohio Concealed Carry Class: $100 — Per student. Meets Ohio CCW requirements; taught with Defensive Training Concepts. Topics: use of force, firearm safety, Ohio CCW law, CCW gear, modern gun handling, live fire. Written and live fire tests. Bring about 100 rounds; rental firearms at no additional cost. Limited to 20 students.
Private Beginner 101 Class: Contact for pricing — Designed to help novice shooters build basic proficiency and good firearm habits.
Women's Practical Handgun: $50 — Two hours of classroom and two hours of live fire. Bring 50 rounds. Rental handguns and safety equipment available.
Women's Defensive Handgun: $50 — Four hours of range discussion and live fire. Not for beginners. Bring 150 rounds, holster, at least 2 magazines, tactical flashlight.
Dynamic Handgun: $100 — Four hours. Not for beginners. Reloading drills, shooting on the move, multiple targets, cover, low light. Bring 250 rounds, holster, at least 2 magazines.
Dynamic Handgun II: $100 — Four hours. Dynamic Handgun is a prerequisite. Advanced gun fighting, multiple threats, intro to teamwork drills. Bring 200 rounds, holster, at least 2 magazines.
Personal Coach: See website — Personal coaching offered; details not published in provided text.
USPSA Match: $15 — Every other Saturday, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; plus 100 to 150 rounds.
Defensive Pistol Match: $15 — Every other Saturday, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; plus 50 to 100 rounds.
Packages & experiences
Private Group Range Rental: $150/hour — Includes training room, live fire range and staff range officer. Offered Wed, Thu and Fri after 7:00 PM, and Saturday before 10:00 AM and after 7:00 PM.
Full Auto H&K MP5 .40 S&W Rental: Contact for pricing — Select single shot or full auto; shooter must be 21+; factory ammo only; standard rental rules and waivers apply.
Memberships are available for frequent customers but not required; tier details not published in provided text. Holiday schedule: closed New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day; closing at 3:00 PM on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Prices are from the 2024-2025 price flyer.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Valid state-issued ID if renting; your firearm and ammo (or rent/buy on site). Eye and hearing protection can be rented for $2 each.
Ammo policy: Centerfire rifle calibers are prohibited. Long guns chambered in handgun calibers (.22 LR, 9mm, etc.) are permitted. Shotguns: lead shot and slugs only; steel shot prohibited. Full auto MP5 rental: factory ammo only.
Age policy: Youngest allowed on the range is 12, with close parent or guardian supervision at all times. The parent or guardian must perform all firearm handling (transporting, loading, unloading), and a youth may never control a firearm outside the shooting booth. At 18 you may use the range without a parent, rent a long gun or shotgun, and buy ammo or a long gun/shotgun. Under 21 you cannot rent or buy a handgun or buy handgun ammo. Renting a handgun or NFA item requires age 21.
Rental requirements: Age 18 for rifle or shotgun; age 21 for handgun or NFA/Class 3 item. Rental waiver and valid state-issued ID required. Renter must have working knowledge of the firearm.
First-timer tips: Walk in during business hours and staff will set you up on one of the ten lanes. Range waivers are required. Staff may remove anyone who does not follow safety or range rules. Beginner 101 is available for new shooters. Renters must have a working knowledge of the firearm they rent.
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11am - 7pm
Wednesday: 11am - 7pm
Thursday: 11am - 7pm
Friday: 11am - 7pm
Saturday: 10am - 7pm
Sunday: Closed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours?
Tuesday through Friday 11 AM - 7 PM, Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM. Closed Sunday and Monday, and closed on New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Closes at 3 PM on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
$18 for 30 minutes or $30 for 60 minutes for one shooter. Additional guests are $5, and there is a $5 shotgun fee.
Do I need a membership?
No. The range is open to the public and you can walk in during business hours. Memberships are available for frequent customers.
How old do you have to be to shoot?
The minimum age is 12, with close parent or guardian supervision at all times. The parent must handle all firearms. At 18 you can use the range without a parent.
Can I rent a gun?
Yes. Handguns, pistol-caliber carbines, shotguns and NFA items are available, with pricing starting at $10. You need to be 18 to rent a rifle or shotgun and 21 to rent a handgun or NFA item, with a waiver and valid state-issued ID.
Can I shoot a full auto?
Yes. A full auto H&K MP5 in .40 S&W can be rented, with single shot or full auto. Shooters must be 21 or older and only factory ammo is permitted.
Can I shoot my AR-15 or other rifle?
No. All centerfire rifle calibers are prohibited. Long guns in handgun calibers such as .22 LR and 9mm are allowed.
Can I shoot a shotgun?
Yes, with lead shot or slugs. Steel shot is prohibited, and a $5 shotgun fee applies.
Do I need to bring eye and ear protection?
Not necessarily. Eye and hearing protection rent for $2 each, and ear plugs are $1.
What classes are offered?
Ohio concealed carry ($100), Private Beginner 101, Women's Practical Handgun ($50), Women's Defensive Handgun ($50), Dynamic Handgun ($100), Dynamic Handgun II ($100), and personal coaching.
Do I need my own gun for the CCW class?
No. Rental firearms are available at no additional cost if arranged with the instructor beforehand. Bring about 100 rounds, pen and paper, and eye and ear protection (rentals available).
Do I have to register for classes?
Yes. Register ahead by phone, in person or online, with payment at registration. If you cannot attend, contact the range beforehand to be rescheduled.
Are there competitions?
Yes. USPSA and defensive pistol (IDPA style) matches alternate every other Saturday night from 7 to 9 PM for $15 plus ammo. Weekly bowling pin and action pistol matches are also held. New shooters are welcome.
Can I rent the range for a group?
Yes, for $150 per hour, including the training room, live fire range and a range officer. Rentals are Wed, Thu and Fri after 7 PM, and Saturday before 10 AM and after 7 PM.
Is the range wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Wheelchair users can navigate onto the range. Portable oxygen is not allowed on the live fire range.
Do you do FFL transfers?
Yes, inbound transfers for $35 per firearm, from licensed dealers only. Arrange it with the range before shipping. Outbound transfers are not offered.
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