COLORADO SPRINGS SHOOTING RANGE FIELD GUIDE
Hands-On Handgun Fundamentals for Women — Find Confidence, Control, and Safety at Magnum South
A focused, two-hour introduction to handguns that builds safety, handling skills, and confidence for beginners and experienced shooters alike, taught at Magnum Shooting Center - South in Colorado Springs.
Hands-On Handgun Fundamentals for Women — Find Confidence, Control, and Safety at Magnum South.
Set at Magnum Shooting Center’s South location in Colorado Springs, this two-hour Women’s Firearm Fundamentals course guides participants from classroom fundamentals to simulated handling and on-range practice, emphasizing safety, comfort, and foundational skills for anyone beginning or refining their handgun training.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
From Classroom to Live Fire — A Clear Progression
The class begins with a detailed course outline and instruction before any firearm is handled, proceeds through simulated firearm drills to develop grip and stance, and culminates with supervised range time to apply fundamentals such as trigger control, breathing, and follow-through.
Built for Comfort and Confidence
Designed for all levels, the Women’s Firearm Fundamentals class concentrates on building comfort, confidence, and safe handling—recommended as preparation before a Concealed Handgun Permit course.
Magnum Training Academy Eligible
This offering is eligible for Magnum Training Academy credit and is suitable for both first-time handlers and experienced shooters looking to tighten fundamentals and grouping.
What the day feels like
What the class feels like
The flow is deliberate and practical: an initial classroom briefing establishes safety rules and the course outline, hands-on simulated practice lets you build grip and stance without live fire, and supervised range time ties the elements together with coached repetitions—an efficient two-hour progression aimed at leaving participants safer and more confident with handguns.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this class suits—and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The class is scheduled for approximately two hours; overall time for this class may vary.
Bring a photo ID, eye and ear protection, your firearm and at least 50 rounds of ammunition; ammunition and rentals are available for purchase at Magnum Shooting Center.
If you need to rent a firearm or purchase ammunition, arrive 15 minutes prior to class start; attendees who arrive more than five minutes past the hour must reschedule.
Meet at Magnum Shooting Center - South, 2050 Southgate Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80906.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need prior experience to take this class?
No—this class is listed for all levels with no prerequisite and is recommended as a place to build confidence before Concealed Handgun Permit coursework.
How long is the course?
The class is scheduled for approximately two hours, though overall time may vary.
What do I need to bring?
Bring photo ID, eye and ear protection, your firearm, and at least 50 rounds of ammunition; ammo and rentals are available for purchase at the range.
Can I rent a handgun for the class?
Yes—firearm rental is available, but you must be 21 years old to rent a handgun unless you are with a parent or legal guardian; if renting, arrive 15 minutes early.
What happens if I'm late to class?
Attendees who arrive more than five minutes past the hour will be required to reschedule.
Is this course eligible for any training programs?
This class is Magnum Training Academy eligible.