Learn to Shoot in Austria

Practice safe weapon handling from the ground up – with lots of BAM.

In this one-day course, you will shoot with:

• Handguns (pistols or revolvers)
• Rifles (sniper rifles and shotguns)
• Historical firearms (revolvers or rifles)

We start with safety and handling practice before moving on to live shooting training.

At the end of the day, you will know if shooting is great fun or just scary 😉

What you will learn

The course consists of modules which can be booked separately:

• Handgun Shooting Training (required for the Waffenführerschein).
• Precision Rifle Shooting Training.
  
• Historical Firearms Shooting Training.
• Dynamic Clay Pigeon Shooting with Shotguns (trap shooting).
• Optional: Austrian gun handling license “Waffenführerschein” (the theory will be conducted online).
• Optional: Individual Shooting Training.

All courses are conducted on the same day. Modules last between one and two hours. It’s possible that not all modules are conducted on a certain day. For details please refer to our Calendar.

Absolutely no alcoholic drinks on site.

Get extensive background information on Austrian weapon law in the Waffenführerschein course which is needed to acquire the local weapon owner’s licence called “Waffenbesitzkarte” or WBK in short.

The Waffenführerschein course is available in English.

Shooting Experience for Beginners

• Intense training, efficient timing: 1h Handgun Shooting, 1h Rifle Shooting, 1h Shotgun Shooting, 1h Historical Firearms, 2h Waffenführerschein.
• Exclusive training in small groups of 3-4 participants.
• More ammo: Up to 25 bullets per session are already included.
• Cost-effective.
• Versatile one-day course.
• Participants are welcome to bring a spectator.

Includes all ammunition, rental weapons and protective gear.

Prerequisites

• • Ideal for beginners.
  • Our general participation requirements apply.

Module 1: Shoot with Handguns

Practical Shooting with Pistol or Revolver

Learn to correctly handle and fire handguns. Our instructor supports you from the first aiming exercise to restoring safety after firing.

Weapons: Pistols & Revolvers

Usually we train with the Steyr L9-A1 9×19 caliber pistol. It has clear control levers and is great to get a feel for handguns. Occasionally we also employ:

• Pistol Glock 17 9×19
• Revolver Smith & Wesson .357 .38 special

Get a more in-depth look into revolver shooting and the evolution of handguns in the Historical Firearms course.

What you will learn

• Weapon safety
• Correct aiming with open sights
• Ergonomical shooting stance
• Loading, reloading
• Shooting on the range up to 25 meters
• Restoring safety after shooting
• Clearing stoppages – if they occur

Module 2: Shoot with Sniper Rifles

Practical Shooting with Precision Rifles

Firing rifles on the range is more relaxed than firing handguns. However, it will bring you face to face with the limits of your concentration: Aim steadily at 100 or up to 300 meters (long-distance shooting is an optional module).

Weapons: Repeating Rifle or Semi-Automatic

Usually we train with one or two of the following rifles:

• Semi-Automatic Steyr AUG A3 Z .223 / 5,56mm
• Sniper Rifle Steyr SSG08 .308 / 7,62mm
• Hunting Rifle .22

Especially the larger caliber .308 (7,62mm NATO) packs an enjoyable punch!

What you will learn

• Safe handling
• Ergonomical shooting while seated
• Correct aiming with optics
• Rifle shooting on the range up to 100 meters
• Loading, reloading and unloading
• Techniques to steady your aim

Module 3: Shoot with Historical Firearms

Practical Shooting with Historical Firearms

Experience the intensity of historically significant weapons: From the revolvers of the Wild WEst to the AK47 Kalaschnikow.

Depending on the date, either historical shooting or shotgun shooting (see below) may be conducted. For details please refer to our calendar.

Historical Weapons

Usually we train with one or two of the following firearms:

• WWI+WWII: Steyr M95 or Lee Enfield
• Winchester .44 iconic Western Rifle
• 1873 Cattleman Thunderer .357 Western Revolver
• Muzzle Loader
• Caliber 50 Black Powder Rifle
• AK47 Kalaschnikov

If you are keen to shoot with a specific weapon we recommend booking an individual lesson.

What you will learn

• Safe handling
• Correct aiming with iron sights
• Shooting on the range up to 100 meters
• Loading, reloading and unloading depending on the weapon type

Module 3: Shoot with Shotguns

Clay Pigeon Hunting

The ultimate challenge of your newly earned shooting skills: Hunting clay pigeons flying through the air.

This is the first time you will shoot at a moving target in this course.

Depending on the date, either historical shooting (see above) or shotgun shooting may be conducted. For details please refer to our calendar.

What you will learn

• Shotgun shooting at the trap shooting range
• Safe handling for dynamic shooting exercises
• Correct aiming with shotguns
• Ergonomical shooting stance while standing
• Intuitive shooting
• Shooting at a moving target
• Loading and reloading shotguns

Take it further

We also offer shotgun shooting in a four-hour course with a pro trap competition shooter.

Addition: Waffenführerschein

Austrian Gun Handling License

To acquire a handgun in Austria, you need to prove knowledge of the law, safe storage and practical shooting experience, as well as psychological accountability.

The first two points are covered by the so-called Waffenführerschein. You can get this by completing practical handgun shooting (this course) and the theoretical course (available online).

Psychological suitability is tested in a psychological exam conducted by licensed doctors.

Once you have both, then you can apply for a firearms license, called Waffenbesitzkarte, with the local police. After that, you are allowed to buy (usually up to two) handguns in Austria.

This module is ideal for beginners to get an idea of weapons and the governing laws. The course is also mandatory for handgun owners at regular intervals.

What you will learn

• Weapons law
• Technical terms of firearms and ammunition
• Kinds of documents relating to firearms
• Safe handling
• Safe storage
• Safe transportation

This course is available online.

Addition: Private Shooting Lessons

Individual Weapon Training

Did you know that you can get personal training at the same cost?

Available for invidiuals and groups, with pistols or revolvers, rifles or shotguns.

Book your private shooting training.

Course Certificate

Upon successful completion you are entitled to receive a certificate of participation.

Date & Time

You choose freely from any dates available in our Calendar.

Would you prefer another time? Let us accommodate you in individual lessons.

Schedule for Shooting Training

During the week we offer lessons between 09:00 a.m. and 20:00 p.m. and on the weekends between 09:00 and 17:00.

We commence with an introduction for all participants to explain about safety and weapon handling. Then one person at a time will be shooting with our instructor.

Schedule 1: Shooting with Pistols & Revolvers

approx. 10 min welcome & safety

approx. 50 min rotation on the range with approx. 3-4 participants:

Round 1: Getting to know the revolver (3 shots at 10m)
Round 2: Getting to know the pistol (4 shots at 10m)
Round 3: Shooting the revolver (6 shots at 10-25m)
Round 4: Shooting the pistol (12 shots at 10-25m)

Schedule 2: Shooting with Rifles

approx. 10 min welcome & safety

approx. 50 min rotation on the range with approx. 3-4 participants:

Round 1: Getting to know the repeating rifle (4 shots at 50m)
Round 2: Getting to know the AUG (5 shots at 100m)
Round 3: Shooting the repeating rifle (6 shots at 100m)
Round 4: Shooting the AUG (10 shots at 100m)

Schedule 3: Shooting with Historical Firearms

approx. 10 min welcome & safety

approx. 50 min rotation on the range with approx. 3-4 participants:

Round 1: Getting to know the 1st weapon (5 shots at 50m for rifles or 10m for handguns)
Round 2: Increasing precision (5 shots at 100m or 25m)
Round 3: Getting to know the 2nd weapon (5 shots at 50m or 10m)
Round 4: Increasing precision (5 shots at 100m or 25m)

Schedule 3: Shooting with Shotguns

approx. 10 min welcome & safety

approx. 50 min rotation on the range with approx. 3-4 participants.

Practice takes place by loading the shotgun and firing at one clay pigeon. This is repeated throughout the lesson with hints from our instructor.

Ammo included

The listed number of shots is the maximum included in the course. Depending on questions and individual wishes from each participant, it is possible that fewer shots can be fired in the time that is available.

Seize the day

You are welcome to expand your clay pigeon hunting skills, book individual lessons, complete your Waffenführerschein, or try additional weapons. Availabilities depend on the date. We are happy to offer details.

Locations for Shooting

All shooting courses are held in the greater Vienna area. We’ll send you details after registration.

Private lessons available in all shooting ranges upon request.

Your shooting instructors

Our team of professional instructors introduce themselves on the landing page for shooting courses.

Equipment for Firearms Training

All materials will be supplied.

Included in the booking

• Rental weapons.
• Rental ear muffs.
• Rental safety goggles.
• Ammo: Up to 25 bullets for handguns.
• Ammo: Up to 25 bullets for rifles.
• Ammo: Up to 20 bullets for historical firearms.
• Ammo: Unlimited shots for shotguns.
• Souvenirs: Paper targets and empty cartridges.

Gear

Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the weather. We recommend Hosn 😉 Most ranges have a roof but are in the open air.

For shotgun shooting we recommend safety shoes or boots.

Birthday Voucher & Gift Coupon

Fancy vouchers are available for all our courses.

Perfect for any birthday, company event, bachelor party or group experience with a bit more action.

We are looking forward to a safe and challenging course!

Photos by Patrick Esser, Tom Weilguny or Markus Weilguny, unless stated otherwise.