Essential Instruction 

  Two Students May Attend

$150

Two Hours Instruction Classroom & Range

Range Fees Waived

Targets Provided

Open Rental Inventory

Acquisition Consulting

Personal Firearm Focus

Ammunition Additional – varies by caliber and amount

Hearing Protection

*By Appointment Only

Text Message to Contact Your Trainer

Available Instructors

(Please Contact Directly)

Caren Heise

916-235-3313

Shawn Wilson

530-360-6505

 

We want your first firearm experience to be a positive and friendly one in a fun, safe environment. This training session can be set to accommodate your schedule. A certified instructor will design the course around the needs of one or two students to understand the safe use of various types of firearms and select one that will best serve you. Private Instruction can also include any of the intermediate and advanced skills offered by our training facility.

Safety

Ammunition choices.

Fitting a firearm to you, rather than you to a firearm.

Mechanical functions of firearms.

Biomechanics of shooting.

Mental preparation and proper mindset.

Safe storage of firearms and ammunition.

Maintenance.

 

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Classes

The Nice Shot is more than just a range; it’s a sanctuary for learning and personal growth. Our diverse training programs cater to every skill level and ambition. Master the basics of introductory firearm training, empower yourself with concealed carry knowledge, or push your limits with advanced defensive tactics. We even offer competitive shooting opportunities for the thrill-seekers among you.

Get to The Range. Get to The Nice Shot – Redding’s premier destination for safe gun handling, responsible firearm ownership, and pure shooting enjoyment.

Shooting Range

The Nice Shot

Where New Shooters Find Confidence and Comfort

Step onto our twelve pristine lanes, free from intimidation and brimming with opportunity. 

Novice or enthusiast, we have the equipment to ignite your passion. Rent from our extensive selection of handguns and long guns, each meticulously maintained for optimal performance. Hone your skills, gain confidence, and discover the joy of responsible gun ownership.

New Shooter

Have you ever yearned to learn the fundamentals of firearms, but hesitation held you back? Perhaps unfamiliarity sparked anxieties, or the vast array of options seemed daunting. Fear not, for Redding’s premier shooting range, The Nice Shot, welcomes you with open arms and expert guidance.

So, cast aside your doubts and embrace the empowering world of firearms. At The Nice Shot, you’ll find not just expert guidance, but a supportive community that celebrates your journey. Equip yourself with knowledge, hone your skills, and discover the confidence that comes with responsible firearm ownership.

Range Guns Available For Your Test Drive

Kel-Tec P15BLKCA P15 Compact Frame 9mm Luger 10+1 4″ Black Steel Barrel, Black Nitride Serrated Steel Slide, Black Polymer Frame w/Picatinny Rail, Black Stippled Grip, Ambidextrous – California Compliant

Kel-Tec P15BLKCA P15 Compact Frame 9mm Luger 10+1 4″ Black Steel Barrel, Black Nitride Serrated Steel Slide, Black Polymer Frame w/Picatinny Rail, Black Stippled Grip, Ambidextrous – California Compliant

Springfield Armory Echelon Compact 9mm Luger 10+1 4″ Barrel & Optic Ready/Serrated Steel Slide, Black Polymer Frame w/Picatinny Rail, Crimson Trace CTS-1500 Red Dot – California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Springfield Armory Echelon Compact 9mm Luger 10+1 4″ Barrel & Optic Ready/Serrated Steel Slide, Black Polymer Frame w/Picatinny Rail, Crimson Trace CTS-1500 Red Dot – California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Springfield Armory Echelon 9mm Luger 10+1 4.50″ Ported Barrel & Integrated Compensator/Optic Ready/Serrated Carbon Steel Slide, Black Polymer Frame w/Picatinny Rail, Crimson Trace CTS-1500 Red Dot – California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Springfield Armory Echelon 9mm Luger 10+1 4.50″ Ported Barrel & Integrated Compensator/Optic Ready/Serrated Carbon Steel Slide, Black Polymer Frame w/Picatinny Rail, Crimson Trace CTS-1500 Red Dot – California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Kriss USA Vector CRB Gen2 9mm Luger 10+1 16″ Black Nitride Steel Barrel, Flat Dark Earth Cerakote Picatinny Rail Receiver, Fixed Flat Dark Earth Synthetic Stock, Black Paddle Grip, Glock Magazine Compatible – Holosun AEM Black 1x 2 MOA Red Dot/65 MOA Circle Reticle – Factory Featureless California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Kriss USA Vector CRB Gen2 9mm Luger 10+1 16″ Black Nitride Steel Barrel, Flat Dark Earth Cerakote Picatinny Rail Receiver, Fixed Flat Dark Earth Synthetic Stock, Black Paddle Grip, Glock Magazine Compatible – Holosun AEM Black 1x 2 MOA Red Dot/65 MOA Circle Reticle – Factory Featureless California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Riley Defense Inc RAK 308 Win 10+1 19.65″ Factory California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Riley Defense Inc RAK 308 Win 10+1 19.65″ Factory California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Grand Power Stribog SP9A3G 9mm 16″ 10rd Rifle, Black – Factory California Featureless Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Grand Power Stribog SP9A3G 9mm 16″ 10rd Rifle, Black – Factory California Featureless Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Canik Mete MC9 9mm 10+1 3.2″ Barrel, Ambidextrous – California Compliant

Canik Mete MC9 9mm 10+1 3.2″ Barrel, Ambidextrous – California Compliant

Girsan 390451 MCP 35  9mm Luger 10+1 4.87″ Stainless Steel Barrel, – California Compliant

Girsan 390451 MCP 35 9mm Luger 10+1 4.87″ Stainless Steel Barrel, – California Compliant

Shadow Systems SS3039CA XR920 Elite 9mm 10+1 4″ Barrel, Optic C&H Precision Comp Red Multi-Reticle – California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

Shadow Systems SS3039CA XR920 Elite 9mm 10+1 4″ Barrel, Optic C&H Precision Comp Red Multi-Reticle – California Compliant – Premium Rental Program

GLOCK G19 Gen3 9mm 10+1 4.02″ Barrel – California Compliant

GLOCK G19 Gen3 9mm 10+1 4.02″ Barrel – California Compliant

Sig Sauer P365 9mm 10+1 3.10″ Barrel – California Compliant

Sig Sauer P365 9mm 10+1 3.10″ Barrel – California Compliant

Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro 9mm 10+1 3.7″ Barrel – California Compliant

Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro 9mm 10+1 3.7″ Barrel – California Compliant

Springfield Armory Hellcat 9mm 10+1 3″ Barrel – California Compliant

Springfield Armory Hellcat 9mm 10+1 3″ Barrel – California Compliant

Black Aces Tactical 12Gauge 5+1 18.5″ Barrel, Pump Action – California Compliant

Black Aces Tactical 12Gauge 5+1 18.5″ Barrel, Pump Action – California Compliant

Black Aces Tactical Lever 12,  Lever Action 12 Gauge 5+1 18.5″ Barrel – California Compliant

Black Aces Tactical Lever 12, Lever Action 12 Gauge 5+1 18.5″ Barrel – California Compliant

Ruger LCP Max 380 Auto 10+1 2.8″ Barrel, Matte Serrated Stainless Steel Slide, Polymer Frame – California Compliant

Ruger LCP Max 380 Auto 10+1 2.8″ Barrel, Matte Serrated Stainless Steel Slide, Polymer Frame – California Compliant

Springfield Armory XD-M Elite OSP Compact 9mm Luger 10+1 3.8″ Match Barrel – Ambidextrous – California Compliant

Sig Sauer P365 XMacro Compact Frame 9mm Luger 10+1 3.1″ Barrel  – California Compliant

Sig Sauer P365 XMacro Compact Frame 9mm Luger 10+1 3.1″ Barrel – California Compliant

Smith&Wesson M&P Shield Plus Micro-Compact Frame 9mm 10+1 3.1″ Barrel Black Aces Tactical 12Gauge 5+1 18.5″ Barrel, Pump Action – California Compliant

Smith&Wesson M&P Shield Plus Micro-Compact Frame 9mm 10+1 3.1″ Barrel Black Aces Tactical 12Gauge 5+1 18.5″ Barrel, Pump Action – California Compliant

Browning Buck Mark Camper  22lr 10+1 5.5″ Bull Barrel – California Compliant

Browning Buck Mark Camper 22lr 10+1 5.5″ Bull Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G44 Gen5 Compact 22lr 10+1 4.02″ Barrel

Glock G44 Gen5 Compact 22lr 10+1 4.02″ Barrel

Walther Arms P22 Military 22lr 10+1 3.42″ Barrel – California Compliant

Walther Arms P22 Military 22lr 10+1 3.42″ Barrel – California Compliant

Springfield Armory 1911 Garrison 45acp 7+1 5″ Barrel

Springfield Armory 1911 Garrison 45acp 7+1 5″ Barrel

Rock Island GI Standard 45acp 10+1 5″ Barrel – California Compliant

Rock Island GI Standard 45acp 10+1 5″ Barrel – California Compliant

Rock Island GI Standard 45acp 7+1 3.50″ Barrel – California Compliant

Rock Island GI Standard 45acp 7+1 3.50″ Barrel – California Compliant

Springfield Armory XD Tactical 45ACP 10+1 5″ Barrel – California Compliant

Springfield Armory XD Tactical 45ACP 10+1 5″ Barrel – California Compliant

Smith & Wesson M&P15 Sport 22LR 10+1 16.5″ Barrel- California Compliant 

Smith & Wesson M&P15 Sport 22LR 10+1 16.5″ Barrel- California Compliant 

Ruger LCRX CA Compliant 22Mag 6Rd 3″ Barrel – California Compliant

Ruger LCRX CA Compliant 22Mag 6Rd 3″ Barrel – California Compliant

Bersa Firestorm 380ACP 7+1 3.5″ Barrel – California Compliant

Bersa Firestorm 380ACP 7+1 3.5″ Barrel – California Compliant

Heckler & Koch  P2000 V2 LEM 9mm 10+1 3.66″ Barrel – California Compliant

Heckler & Koch P2000 V2 LEM 9mm 10+1 3.66″ Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G43 Subcompact 9mm Luger 3.41″ Barrel 6+1

Glock G43 Subcompact 9mm Luger 3.41″ Barrel 6+1

Glock G42 Subcompact 380acp 6+1  3.25″ Barrel

Glock G42 Subcompact 380acp 6+1 3.25″ Barrel

Hi-Point C9 9mm 3.50″ Barrel 8+1

Hi-Point C9 9mm 3.50″ Barrel 8+1

Glock G23 Gen3 40s&w 10+1 4.02″ Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G23 Gen3 40s&w 10+1 4.02″ Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G22 Gen3 40S&W 10+1 4.49″ Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G22 Gen3 40S&W 10+1 4.49″ Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G20SF Gen3 CA Compliant 10mm 10+1 4.60″

Glock G20SF Gen3 CA Compliant 10mm 10+1 4.60″

Glock G21SF Gen3 CA Compliant 45acp 10+1 4.61″ Barrel

Glock G21SF Gen3 CA Compliant 45acp 10+1 4.61″ Barrel

Springfield Armory XD Service CA Compliant 9mm 4″ Barrel 10+1

Springfield Armory XD Service CA Compliant 9mm 4″ Barrel 10+1

Smith&Wesson 60 CA Compliant 357Mag  5Rd 3″ Barrel

Smith&Wesson 60 CA Compliant 357Mag 5Rd 3″ Barrel

Smith&Wesson M&P Shield CA Compliant 9mm 7+1/8+1 3.10″ Barrel

Smith&Wesson M&P Shield CA Compliant 9mm 7+1/8+1 3.10″ Barrel

Smith&Wesson 629 CA Compliant 44 Rem Mag 6rd 4.12″ Barrel

Smith&Wesson 629 CA Compliant 44 Rem Mag 6rd 4.12″ Barrel

CZ 75 BD 9mm 10+1 4.6″ Barrel – California Compliant

CZ 75 BD 9mm 10+1 4.6″ Barrel – California Compliant

Sig Sauer P238 CA Compliant 380acp 2.70″ Barrel 6+1

Sig Sauer P238 CA Compliant 380acp 2.70″ Barrel 6+1

Glock G34 Gen3 CA Compliant 9mm 10+1  5.31″ Barrel

Glock G34 Gen3 CA Compliant 9mm 10+1 5.31″ Barrel

Glock G30SF Gen3 Subcompact CA Compliant 45acp 10+1  3.78″ Barrel

Glock G30SF Gen3 Subcompact CA Compliant 45acp 10+1 3.78″ Barrel

Glock G17 Gen3 9mm 10+1 4.49″ Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G17 Gen3 9mm 10+1 4.49″ Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G26 Gen3 9mm 10+1 3.43″ Barrel – California Compliant

Glock G26 Gen3 9mm 10+1 3.43″ Barrel – California Compliant

Ruger LCRX 38Sp+P  5Rd 3″ Barrel – California Compliant

Ruger LCRX 38Sp+P 5Rd 3″ Barrel – California Compliant

Smith & Wesson Model 686  357Mag 6rd 4.12″ Barrel – California Compliant

Smith & Wesson Model 686 357Mag 6rd 4.12″ Barrel – California Compliant