List of Shooting Ranges in Johannesburg

This comprehensive guide will navigate you through the best shooting ranges Johannesburg has to offer.

The listed shooting ranges offer both novices to experts ideal grounds to enhance your shooting skills.

Let’s dive into the list:-

1. HIT FACTOR ARMS AND AMMUNITION PTY (LTD)

Boasting 1 of the largest indoor ranges in SA, with 10 bays, and includes a wheelchair-friendly bay as well as a closed-door experience so you don’t have to deal with the tension of shooting in front of others, or for the ladies that want to maintain their modesty, don’t stress we got you “covered”.

They have a range distance of 25m and for your convenience, each bay is fitted with an automated target so you can fire from distances that will suit you without the hassle of physically moving the target.
Be sure to look out for our instore indoor competitions and shoot against your class, and do it with class

Address: 33 Kindon Road, 1st floor Lanston Corner, Robertsham, Johannesburg South, 2175

Phone: +27 76 164 5871

2. Dock Arms

Stockist of Tactical and Hunting Gear. Including Thermal Imaging, Night Vision, Sniper Clothing, Arms and ammo, and more!

Service options: In-store shopping

Address: 93 Central Rd, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa

Phone: +27 11 838 2826

3. Modderfontein Shooting Club

Weapons and Self-defense Modderfontein Shooting Range

Address: Founders Hill, Lethabong, 1609, South Africa

4. Guns@Work Shooting Range

Guns@Work Shooting Range is one of those places which you can call home. They have a friendly staff that is always ready to assist you in your needs. They cater to Shooting clubs, Security Companies, and the General public.

Facilities:

– Handgun Ranges
– Tactical Alley
– Tactical House
– 50m Rifle Range
– 200m Rifle Range

Hours:

Mon – Fri: 8 am – 5 pm
Sat: 9 am – 4 pm
Sun: 9 am – 4 pm

Address: 1 Homestead Rd, Driefontein, Germiston, 1401, South Africa

Phone: +27 83 395 1564

5. The Shooting Range

The Shooting Range is South Africa’s most advanced live-fire shooting simulator. Its state-of-the-art shooting range and the software that runs the live-fire action simulations were manufactured and designed in Germany for the training of law enforcement personnel.

They cater to all levels of shooters, from the first-timer to the competitive shooter wanting to up their game!

All our shooting ranges are underground which means they are not weather-dependent, so your day at the range will never be ruined by an unexpected storm.

The Shooting Range is situated in Nooitgedacht, just north of Fourways in Johannesburg. It’s located 20 minutes drive from Randburg.

Please note booking is essential several days in advance before coming to the range.

All bookings must be done via their dedicated WhatsApp booking line: 081 237 8792

Address: Nooitgedacht, Muldersdrift Johannesburg 1748 111B Sunset Dr, Elandsdrift, Johannesburg, 1478, South Africa

Phone: +27 81 237 8792

Email: info@theshootingrange.co.za

GPS: Lat: -25.999021 Long: 27.886667

6. Dave Sheer Guns

Johannesburg’s largest gunshop with the biggest variety of new and second-hand firearms. Specialists in training, guns, ammo, accessories, and security products.

Dave Sheer Guns has been in operation since 1974 and has grown from a Gunsmithing Operation specializing in accurizing and modification competition pistols into your one-stop shop for all your business and personal security necessities and training requirements.  Dave Sheer Guns’ owner and staff have built a reputable brand and have received recognition locally and internationally

Service options: In-store shopping, In-store pick-up & Delivery

Address: 95 Forest Rd, Bramley, Johannesburg, 2192, South Africa

Phone: +27 11 440 0345

WORKING HOURS: Monday to Friday 08:00 am to 17:00 pm & Saturday 08:00 am to 13:00 pm

Email: inquiries@davesheer.com

7. Modder Gun Range AECI

Modder Gun Range AECI is located in Edenvale, Gauteng.

Address: Klipfontein 12-Ir, Lethabong, 1609, South Africa

8. Guthries Shooting Range

Established in 1968, Guthrie’s Shooting Range has become a historic landmark in Midrand. They specialize in firearms, archery, air rifles, knives, licensing, and training. Their 19-lane handgun range is 25 meters long and is used to train police, security, and bodyguard personnel. It is also used for events and general practice for those looking to brush up on their aim and technique. They also have a fully equipped 20-yard indoor & 60-yard outdoor archery range with a selection of bows and archery equipment for sale and for hire.

Situated in the heart of Midrand, Guthrie’s was one of the very first establishments ever to be built in Vorna Valley.

Address: 235 Le Roux Ave, Vorna Valley, Midrand, 1686, South Africa

Phone: +27 76 465 0770

TRADING HOURS
Mon to Sat 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Open certain Public holidays
Closed on Sundays

9. Alberton Sports Shooting Club

Established in 1975, this club has withstood the test of time and is today the home of the Southern Gauteng Sports Shooting Association. Over the years Alberton has always been the main range for ISSF/NPA/PPC shottists in Southern Gauteng. Over the last few years, Alberton SSC has been responsible for introducing a number of NPA/PPC ” events ” to this country. These events have proved to be extremely popular for both beginners and experienced shooters alike.

Address: 3 Bosworth St & Dan Jacobs St, Alrode, Alberton, 1451, South Africa

Phone: +27 79 681 0081

Contacts:

Mr. M.de Sousa
Cell: 079 681 0081
Email: info@albertonsportsshootingclub.co.za

Bruce Paul
Cell: 062 518 1818
Email: assc@easywebmails.co.za

10. Die Blou Meul Shop and Shooting Academy

Outdoor shop specializing in camping, fishing, indoor shooting range, schoolwear, outdoor footwear

Die Blou Meul was founded in 1954 and has since grown into one of South Africa’s largest outdoor shops.

OPENING HOURS
Weekdays 9 AM – 5 PM
Saturdays 8 AM – 1 PM

Address: 43 Van Riebeeck Ave, Alberton North, Alberton, 1449, South Africa

Phone: 011 907 1107
Email: info@diebloumeul.co.za

11. TACTICAL HQ

Tactical HQ is an indoor shooting range and gun shop. It’s located close to Fourways at the Waterford Shopping Center. They feature a fully stocked shop and carry rifles, pistols, shotguns, ammunition, and a large variety of accessories.

They also feature a large indoor range with 12 bays and a large selection of exotic guns for rental.

They can assist you with obtaining gun competency, firearms training, and license application

Address: Shop 6B, Lower level, Waterford Centre, Nerine St, Fourways, 2068

Phone: +27 83 651 1724

Email: sales@tacticalhq.co.za

12. Northcliff Country Club: Air Rifle Range

The primary aim of this club is to provide a fun, safe environment where all air rifle enthusiasts are welcome to join and participate irrespective of age, shooting experience, ability, and equipment owned.

There is a club shoot every last Sunday of the month

For any enquiries on venue hire, sports or club activities feel free to contact the manager Roy at (073) 881 0171

For any matters concerning the club, staff members, discipline within the club, or strategic club ventures contact the president Paul Goldhawk at (072) 262 30

Address: 1 Fir Dr, Northcliff, Randburg, 2115, South Africa

Phone: +27 82 335 0967

Email: manager@northcliffcountryclub.co.za

13. Johannesburg Defensive Pistol Club

The Johannesburg Defensive Pistol Club (JDPC) was formed in 2001 as an affiliated club to the South African Defensive Pistol Association (SADPA). The purpose of the club is Defensive Pistol shooting under the auspices of the International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) through the accreditation of SADPA. JDPC’s home shooting range is at the Roodepoort Shooting range.

Address: 20 Nadine St, Florida, Roodepoort, 1710, South Africa

Email: info@jdpc.co.za

14. Sebenzani Services Accredited Training Academy

Sebenzani is an accredited Training School for security and Firearm training, with qualified and experienced instructors and an accredited shooting Range

Address: 73 Sheffield Street Upper Sheffield Plaza Lenasia South, Elandsfontein, Johannesburg, 1829, South Africa
Phone: +27 11 211 9317

Email: bobby@simunyesecurity.co.za

15. Badumile Fire Arm & Security

They offer firearm and security training at the best price with good quality training for more information

Address: 3rd floor Hatton Gardens main &, Von Brandis St, Johannesburg, South Africa

Phone: +27 71 355 6959

Email: zwilakhe@webmail.co.za

16. Firearm Training Centre

Firearm Training Centre (FTC) was established, by Vaughn Williams, in 2018 to meet the self-protection needs of the niche South African market that identified the need, amongst the violent turmoil in the country, to be able to defend their lives and those of their loved ones.

FTC has since expanded to include aspects of sports shooting for both adult and youth enthusiasts.

FTC also specializes in the training of female shooters who may be apprehensive over the prospect of owning a firearm, but acknowledge the need to have one

Services they offer:-

1. Basic Firearm Training (handgun, shotgun, rifle)
2. Competency applications
3. Business Competency (Handgun, shotgun, rifle)
4. Firearm applications
5. Firearm-related estate problems
6. Firearms Control Act (60 of 2000) queries
7. Motivations for license applications
8. Intermediate Firearm Training
9. Advanced Firearm Training

Phone: +27 82 899 5100

Email: info@firearmtrainingcentre.co.za

17. Black Duck Shooting range

Rifle range, Handgun range, Clay Target range & 3D Archery range.

There are 6 benches on the rifle range and 6 handgun ranges.

Address: N14, Honingklip, Muldersdrift, 1739, South Africa

Phone: +27 76 994 0396

Email: tanya@theblackduck.co.za

18. DACT Guns

Dondolo Arms is a PFTC (Professional Firearms Training Council) & SAPS Accredited Firearm Training Provider and SAPS Accredited Sports Shooting Club, offering dedicated status to its members. The Shooting Club Shoots are Courses of Fire aimed at exercises used to grow one’s skill set and enhance one’s shooting capability. Points are rewarded for any time spent on the range practicing or competing in any other disciplines. Members are issued a logbook which needs to be signed off by Range Officers for points to be awarded.

Address: 1st Floor, No 1112, 213 Lilian Ngoyi St, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa

Phone: 011 838 9496 / 083 721 2595

Email: info@dactguns.co.za

RANGE HOURS
Mon – Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sunday: Closed

19. Cecil Payne Shooting Range

Address: 1710 18 Nadine St, Florida, Roodepoort, 1710, South Africa

Phone: +27 11 674 0157

20. Rooikraal Shooting Range

Rooikraal shooting range has been operational since 2008.

Rooikraal shooting range is an accredited range with the SAPS and NRCS.

It currently has a 100m, 200m, 300m, and 13 pistol ranges as well as a kill house available for our clients.

The founder of Rooikraal Shooting Range, Pierre Bouwer, started the range after spending 16 years as a Military Police Officer in the South African National Defence Force, specializing in escorts, ceremonial escorts, and guarding of The State President, Ministers, Diplomats, Chief of the SANDF, policing, and training of Military Police Officers. He is an accredited assessor and moderator with the EDTP, SAPFTC, and SASS.

Range operating times: Monday to Saturday 8 AM to 4 PM | Sundays 8 AM to 3 PM

Address: ROOIKRAAL SHOOTING RANGE, FARM KOPPIESKRAAL R162, HEIDELBERG,

Phone: 083 685 1854

Email: contact@rooikraalshootingrange.co.za

20. SWATCO

SWATCO is a gun shop of various firearms and accessories to the general public through a retail outlet situated in Orange Grove, Johannesburg.

Address: 368 Louis Botha Ave, Maryvale, Johannesburg, 2192, South Africa

Phone: +27 11 640 5019

21. Homage shooting

HOMAGE SHOOTING is a luxury men’s lifestyle store that specializes in Wingshooting, Clay Target Shooting, Hunting, Fly-fishing, and the gentleman’s lifestyle.

Address: 58 6th St, Parkhurst, Randburg, 2193, Gauteng, South Africa

Email: mike_h@mweb.co.za

That’s our list of the best shooting ranges in Johannesburg, Please let us know in the comments your favorite one and in case you wish your range to be added to the list, please contact us.