Great Oaks Firing Range
The Great Oaks Firing Range is available for weapons qualifications and requalifications as well as rental for law enforcement agencies.
Our range staff is dedicated to providing quality firearms programs to support the training needs of Law Enforcement, the Private Security
Professional and civilians. All Great Oaks firearms instructors are Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission certified for Basic Police and Basic Private Security in revolver, semiautomatic and shotgun qualifications and re-qualifications.
The Great Oaks Firing Range facility consists of two bays each having TEN 130-foot fully automated target shooting positions. You will shoot in the comfort of a modern climate-controlled indoor firing range, with an air handling system that continually filters/circulates fresh air that drives the gun-smoke downrange.
MILO, a modern in-depth computer firearms simulator, is also available for use by law enforcement agencies.
Firearms courses
- Private Security basic handgun qualification courses are available. More information here.
- Re-qualification courses are available for the private security professional. More information here.
- Firearms familiarization courses can be arranged for area Citizen Police Academies.
- The Concealed Carry course provides the Ohio required training necessary to apply for the Ohio Concealed Carry permit. (Available by request - 5 person minimum) Call the Rangemaster to check availability.
- The Basic Handgun Safety Class teaches gun handling, proper loading and unloading of a handgun, proper grip and stance while shooting, firearms safety at home, cleaning and maintenance of the firearms, and storage of ammunition. Live fire practice will also be conducted (Available by request - 5 person minimum)
- OPOTC HR218 - Annual in-service mandate for active police officers and honorably retired officers. Call the Rangemaster to schedule an appointment.
For information, call Rangemaster Milt Proctor 513.612.5796
No single action/sub compact weapons are permitted on the range without prior approval of the Rangemaster.
Range Rental
The Great Oaks Police Academy firing range is available 24 hours per day, every day (except major holidays) to: Law Enforcement, Military and Private Security Agencies.
The range is scheduled on a first come, first served basis.
Arrangements can be made to supply Great Oaks instructors, if needed.
In order to obtain the training date you need, please call and schedule at the earliest possible date.
For additional information or scheduling please call Rangemaster Milt Proctor 513.612.5796.