Parker's Indoor Gun Range - Shooting Ranges

Located in NWA, Parker’s is recognized as a premier indoor gun range. The facility offers:

Shooting Range: 12 individual lanes to accommodate a diverse range of firearms from pistols and carbines to rifles up to a .308 caliber. A 25-yard range utilizes ballistic rubber, ensuring safety and noise reduction.
Firearm & Ammo Store: Parker’s stocks both new and used firearms covering all classes and calibers, alongside a variety of ammunition and accessories.
Classes:
- First Shots: Ideal for beginners, this class provides comprehensive training on gun safety, proper handling, maintenance, technique, and stance.
- concealed carry: Featuring top instructors in the state, the concealed carry class helps individuals get their permits. Additionally, personalized one-on-one training sessions are available to cater to individual needs.
- Self-Defense Classes: ‘Hands to Handguns’ offers awareness training on potential everyday situations, with women-only groups available.
Rates & Rentals: The facility offers firearm and rifle rentals. Rates for the shooting range are set at $16.50 for one shooter and $26.50 for two sharing the same lane. This includes tax, target, and eye/ear protection. Notably, shotguns, shotgun shells, muzzleloaders, tracer rounds, and fragment type rounds are not permitted.
Private Parties & Events: With its 12 lanes and a separate training room for refreshments (alcohol-free), Parker’s can host private parties and special events, ensuring a unique and memorable experience.

Reviews Snapshot:

Strengths:

Many reviewers, such as Glenn Waterworth and Damon Hampton, praised the friendliness of the staff and the owner.
The facility is deemed safe, with Jenn Carlson noting the color-coded lanes for easy navigation.
The range offers a plethora of classes and has received positive feedback for its training sessions, especially the S.A.F.E New Shooter Class.
The store is commended for its fair pricing and excellent product quality, with Ron Griffin emphasizing the family-friendly environment.

Areas of Improvement:

Nathan Sypult mentioned that while he enjoyed shooting there, the ventilation in the range was poor, leading to discomfort.
Jonathan Townsend cited an instance of perceived rude customer service, and Raj Parulekar had a similar sentiment about a staff member.
Restrictions, like the ‘1 bullet per second’ rule, made it less suitable for competitive shooters, as pointed out by Andrew.