Instruction ranges from beginner handgun safety and concealed carry qualification to advanced tactical movement and defensive rifle courses. Class formats vary widely, with options for private one-on-one coaching, women-only groups, or full-day group workshops. Choosing the right provider depends on whether ammo and rentals are included in the fee or if you need to bring your own gear.
Peabody 2
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CSGI FIREARMS - LICENSE TO CARRY & GUN SHOP
215 Newbury St Unit 204A, Peabody, MA 01960
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Baystate Firearms & Training
215 Newbury St Ste 4, Peabody, MA 01960
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Us Alcohol Tobacco & Firearms
1550 Main St Rm 317, Springfield, MA 01103-1427
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Thompson/center
2100 Roosevelt Ave, Springfield, MA 01104-1606
Amherst 1
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Whatley Training Llc
1352 West St, Amherst, MA 01002-3330
Cohasset 1
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Liberty Firearms Training Inc.
124 King St Ste 4, Cohasset, MA 02025-1443
Dartmouth 1
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Ray's Firearm Training
277 Hixville Rd, Dartmouth, MA 02747
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South Shore Firearm Safety
213 Cheryl Dr, East Bridgewater, MA 02333
Florence 1
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On Target Firearms Training
63 Riverside Dr, Florence, MA 01062
Foxborough 1
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Tactical Dynamics Firearms Training
38 Mirimichi Rd Ste 1, Foxborough, MA 02035
Granby 1
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Cass Training Group
85 Chicopee St, Granby, MA 01033-9509
Lawrence 1
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Lawtown Training School
199 Essex St, Lawrence, MA 01840
Littleton 1
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Revere Beach Firearms Academy
410 Great Rd Ste 6-1-3-H, Littleton, MA 01460-1200
Lowell 1
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Instructional Shooting Inc.
164 Andover St, Lowell, MA 01852-2349
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Herget Safety
945 Massachusetts Ave Unit 115, Lunenburg, MA 01462-7004
Lynn 1
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42 Training And Consulting
20 Central Ave Ste 501, Lynn, MA 01901-1201
Medford 1
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Firearm Safety Academy
121 Mystic Ave, Medford, MA 02155
Methuen 1
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Eagle Investigation Services
234A Pleasant St, Methuen, MA 01844-7136
Newburyport 1
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Seacoast Firearms Training
25 Low St, Newburyport, MA 01950-4047
Quincy 1
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Urban Firearm Society
1147 Hancock St Ste 223, Quincy, MA 02169-4360
Raynham 1
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Ar Firearms Llc
825 Broadway, Raynham, MA 02767-1734
Salem 1
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Salem Firearm Safety
16 Front St Ste 204, Salem, MA 01970-3743
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Original Bob's Gun Shop and Shooting Range
90 Lafayette Rd, Salisbury, MA 01952
South Boston 1
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Greater Boston Gun Safety School
474 Dorchester Ave, South Boston, MA 02127-2736
South Deerfield 1
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Logan Training Group
8A Sugarloaf St, South Deerfield, MA 01373-1172
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Steve's Firearm Instruction, Llc.
971 Central St, Stoughton, MA 02072-1838
Waltham 1
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Mass Firearms Training
610 Main St, Waltham, MA 02452-5580
Worcester 1
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Firearms Division Of Micro Arc Welding
33 Pullman St, Worcester, MA 01606-3310
Also in Massachusetts
- Shooting Ranges with Classes & Training52
- Indoor Shooting Ranges32
- Shooting Ranges with Gun Rentals18
- Gun and Shooting Ranges Near You11
- Gun Ranges with Public Lane and Firearm Rentals10
- Gun Clubs5
Good to know
Do I need to own a gun to take an introductory class?
Most beginner courses provide rental firearms and safety gear as part of the registration fee. You will usually just need to buy the appropriate ammunition at the facility or pay a small add-on fee for a student package.
How long does a concealed carry permit class take?
Class duration depends on state requirements, but most introductory qualification courses run between four and eight hours. They typically combine classroom instruction on local laws with a brief live-fire qualification on the range.
How much do firearm training classes typically cost?
Basic safety and state permit classes often cost between $75 and $150. Multi-day or specialized tactical courses generally run from $200 to $500 or more, excluding the cost of ammunition.
Can a felon go to a gun range?
Under federal law and state regulations in Massachusetts, convicted felons are generally prohibited from possessing or handling firearms and ammunition. Violating these laws at a shooting range can result in severe federal or state legal penalties. You can review safety guidelines and operational rules across 28 venues listed on RangeAtlas in Massachusetts.
How much is a concealed weapons permit?
The cost of a concealed weapons permit varies, usually ranging from forty to one hundred fifty dollars for state application fees plus background check processing. In Massachusetts, RangeAtlas lists 28 shooting and training locations where you can ask about state-specific permit requirements and documentation.