You’ll step inside an authentic Gdansk shooting range and get hands-on with real Polish firearms under expert instruction. Try different guns, shoot at dynamic targets, and experience both single-shot and automatic modes at your own pace. Whether you’re a total beginner or have fired before, you’ll leave with a new kind of respect—and maybe a story or two.
Ever wondered what it actually feels like to fire a real gun — not just the movie version? I didn’t expect my heart to pound so hard when we stepped into the shooting range in central Gdansk. The place smells faintly of oil and metal, and there’s this low hum from the ventilation fans that somehow makes everything feel more serious. Our instructor, Piotr, looked like he’d seen some things (he later mentioned his anti-terror police days), but he was patient — even when I fumbled the safety on my first try.
We started with the basics: goggles on, ear protection snug, hands a bit shaky. Piotr showed us how to load and hold each weapon — some were heavier than I thought. There’s something about holding a piece of Polish history in your hands, especially when you’re told soldiers actually train with these. The targets were set up 25 meters away; hitting them isn’t as easy as it looks on TV. My first shot surprised me — the kickback was more than I expected and I almost laughed out loud at myself.
I tried automatic mode once (honestly, just to say I did), and the sound echoed through the whole range — everyone jumped a little. There were turntables and pop-up targets too, which made things more interesting if you wanted a challenge. Some people in our group were clearly pros; others just wanted to see what it was like. Piotr adjusted for everyone — no pressure if you needed extra time or tips.
The whole thing lasted as long as our ammo did — nobody rushed us. It was weirdly satisfying watching my last target fall over, even though my aim still needs work. Walking out into the Gdansk air after all that noise felt strange; my hands smelled faintly of gunpowder for hours. Still think about that adrenaline rush sometimes.
Yes, beginners are welcome and receive full safety training from experienced instructors.
The duration depends on how quickly you use your ammunition; most people finish within 1-2 hours.
Yes, you can try several firearms used by Polish soldiers, including automatic options.
Yes, all areas and transportation options are wheelchair accessible.
No prior experience is needed; instructors adapt to all skill levels.
Your session includes goggles, hearing protection, targets, ammunition, firearms, and instructor support.
Yes, there are public transportation options nearby.
Your experience includes all necessary equipment: goggles for eye protection, hearing protection gear, paper targets for practice shots, plenty of ammunition to match your pace, plus hands-on guidance from an experienced shooting instructor—everything set up right at the indoor Gdansk range so you can focus on trying out real Polish firearms without any hassle.


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