COLORADO SPRINGS SHOOTING RANGE FIELD GUIDE
On the Draw: Learning Holster Fundamentals at Magnum’s Colorado Springs Range
A focused 1.5-hour Magnum Training Academy class that teaches safe holster draws, re-holstering, magazine exchanges, and holster selection for those entering holster work.
On the Draw: Learning Holster Fundamentals at Magnum’s Colorado Springs Range.
At Magnum Shooting Center’s North location in Colorado Springs, a compact, skills-first session condenses the fundamentals of drawing from a holster into a focused training hour and a half. The class is built to develop practical technique, confidence, and an understanding of holster types and placement while preparing students for further competition-oriented training.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Core draw, re-holster and magazine drills
The course presents the fundamental skills required to safely draw and re-holster, perform magazine exchanges and engage targets under instructor supervision — the hands-on work that forms the class backbone.
Holster types, body placement and clothing considerations
Instructors cover different holster materials and designs, recommended body placement, and the clothing materials and styles that support safe, consistent holster work.
Transition to authorized range drawing and competition pathways
Completing the class can lead to authorization to draw from a holster on the range when permitted by a range officer, and the course acts as a stepping stone toward Magnum’s competition offerings.
What the day feels like
What the class feels like
Short, concentrated and procedural: the session moves from briefing to technique practice, isolating the draw and re-holster sequence, then layering in magazine changes and target engagement from both a typical combat stance and a rib position.
THE SKILL
Core draw, re-holster and magazine drills
The course presents the fundamental skills required to safely draw and re-holster, perform magazine exchanges and engage targets under instructor supervision — the hands-on work that forms the class backbone.
THE KIT
Holster types, body placement and clothing considerations
Instructors cover different holster materials and designs, recommended body placement, and the clothing materials and styles that support safe, consistent holster work.
THE RANGE
Transition to authorized range drawing and competition pathways
Completing the class can lead to authorization to draw from a holster on the range when permitted by a range officer, and the course acts as a stepping stone toward Magnum’s competition offerings.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this class suits — and who should postpone.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The class is scheduled for 1.5 hours; overall time may vary by session.
Bring photo ID, eye and ear protection, your firearm, a 1½–2 inch rigid gun belt, strong-side rigid holster (Kydex or leather), magazine pouch, two magazines and about 200 rounds of ammunition.
Do not bring belly-band, ankle, shoulder, soft, or small-of-back holsters. BlackHawk SERPA-style holsters are not allowed for this class or on the range.
Meet at Magnum Shooting Center - North: 13372 Meadowgrass Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921. (Check-in at the facility prior to the session.)
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the class?
The class is scheduled for 1.5 hours; overall time may vary.
Where do I check in?
Meet at Magnum Shooting Center - North, 13372 Meadowgrass Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80921.
What prerequisites are required to attend?
Participants must have completed Forward of the Line & Competitive Shooting Safety Briefing (GS100) and Firearms Fundamentals (HG101) and/or Magnum CHP (HG102) classes before enrolling.
What equipment do I need to bring?
Bring photo ID, eye and ear protection, your firearm, a rigid gun belt (1½–2 in), a strong-side rigid holster (Kydex or leather), magazine pouch, two magazines and roughly 200 rounds of ammo.
Are any holsters prohibited?
Yes. Belly-band, ankle, shoulder, soft, and small-of-back holsters are not allowed. BlackHawk SERPA-style holsters are also prohibited for this class and on the range.
Will I be allowed to draw from my holster on the range?
After completing the course you may be permitted to draw from your holster on the range when authorized by a range officer.