Wild West Shooting Centre

First time to the range and had such a great experience. Lucked out and there was no line up!
The front desk staff were super friendly and got us signed up immediately.
The range staff were relaxed and amazing. They were quick and thorough with the 9 mm pistol instruction. They asked if I had shot before (which I have). They guy watched and then gave me tips on how to get closer to the bullseye. Really appreciated that! I was allowed to load my own clip, shoot at my own pace and even got some great pictures during the experience.
Will definitely be returning! Thanks Wild West!

We wanted to take my sister in law, her husband, and my mother in law shooting while in Canada.
The prices were a bit high for the range fee, and they didnt have any gun rentals for Shotguns or AR-​15. We were informed that it was because of the space. We ended up renting a .22 Ruger, 9 mm Glock, .44 Smith & Wesson 629, and a .44 Ruger Super Redhawk.
We were provided with ear plugs, ear muffs, and safety glasses. They have a bottle of alcohol and napkins so you can clean the safety gear before you use it.
The staff were all very helpful and informative when teaching my mother and sister in law to shoot.
They all shot really well and better than I did. They also had a lot of fun!

I returned to the shooting range a few months ago for my bachelor party and was not as impressed as my previous visit. Because there was a large group behind us (so large that they required every single spot on the range), the range masters rushed our group as quickly as they could — so much so that one of them decided that I was too slow at loading my clip and started loading it for me (which I didn’t want, but he just sort of did it, without even asking).
I understand that they didn’t want to make the large group wait too long, but rushing us off the line as quickly as they could (while still ensuring that everything was done safely, of course) made our experience a little bit less enjoyable than it otherwise would have been. Providing good service to one group of customers should not come at the expense of other customers, hence the lower rating this time around.

Went here the other night for the first time. was my first time firing a gun at all! Was interesting to say the least. The place was, what it was a shooting range and not much else.
I enjoyed the shooting, and I liked the fact that there were trained professionals there to help and show you everything. Although, I kinda wish there was more safety features, the guns were in opened drawers etc. It was slightly on the grubby side as well, really needs updating. But like I said I can’t really compare it to anything else!
It was also extremely expensive considering how cheep bullets are!.. $ 50 each is in my opinion way to much.

Wow, this place is cool! Coming from Ontario i was really suprised to see a range run this way. They just hand you a handgun? No licence or p.a.l required. pretty sweet deal. I have been twice now, and had a great time. It is quite pricey, but worth doing at least once. The less commonly used guns seem to be in better shape and more accurate. The desert eagle was pretty worn out, and is only in .357 mag. No matter what you may have heard, they dont have the .50 cal. Like i had been told by several guys that said they had used there.
The .40 colt i used was pretty warn out as well, however was still able to put up some killer groupings. The ruger super blackhawk in .44 mag was in beautiful shape and fired flawlessly. the sights were bang on, putting 6 rounds in a 1.25″ grouping with 4 shots in the same hole. Some of the best shooting i have ever done!
The .45 long colt fired great as well, a classic cowboy gun for sure.
All in all it was a great time. Although i was quite concerned to see two 8 yr old boys holding a gun, while the instructor was in the next booth with mom. I am thinking a munimum age of 12 might be better?

I didn’t know what to expect to I was dragged to Wild West Shooting Range. I had never held a gun or even seen a real up close. And I certainly didn’t feel any urge to shoot one!
Nevertheless, I went. I have to admit that it was quite a lot of fun!
I was definitely grateful to have one of the attendants go over every single detail of everything with me because I was a little nervous and scared to start off. But he helped ease my nerves.
And before you knew it. .. BANG! I was shooting!
It’s a different experience and I would recommend it to anyone who hasn’t done it and is looking for something new and exciting to try.

This is a really cool place in West Edmonton Mall. Obviously it is a shooting range, and even if you aren’t into Guns or firing them it’s a good experience just going in to look at the different Guns they have all over the place and even watching other people shoot them.
The way it works if you want to shoot a gun is you just walk in, sign a release form and pick a gun. They send an attendant with you into the shooting stalls and they explain to you the basic safety rules and how to load your gun, then you just shoot away. It’s nothing like in the movies, your whole body feels it.
It’s something different to try in the city. Worth checking out.

I’m a damn good shot!
Today was the first day I’ve even seen a handgun up close let alone fired one. It was a little tricky to find exactly where to go to find the place. I followed the entrance sign but apparently it’s between the two sets of doors. There’s a bendy green hallway… sort of a green mile… that leads to the gun shop where they sell rifles, handguns, ammo and accessories.
I approached the counter and told the woman I was interested in trying out the firing range. She produced a release form to read and sign, which I did, then asked what I’d like to use for a gun. I had no clue. I told her I was a firearm virgin so she suggested the 9 mm handgun. I selected my target sheet, paid, then went and put on the hearing protection.
One of the range agents opened the door to the range and showed me a bench where I could put my stuff. We approached the chutes. There were a couple guys and a chick in the stalls beside me. I’d never even heard a gunshot at close range and was a bit startled the first couple times. It didn’t help that the other woman was shrieking since the shell casings from her neighbour’s gun were flying in her direction. Nothing dangerous, it just freaked her out. So, I approached chute 6 where my pistol du jour was waiting. The attendant went over the main safety rules and showed me how to load and properly hold the weapon.
I had to get him to repeat a few things because some hot shot down the line was firing off a Glock every time the guy opened his mouth to tell me the rules. It took me forever to load it but I was stubbornly determined to fill the first round myself. I got a little flustered when I was concentrating on loading bullets and chiquita next to me fired her first shot and shrieked. You’d almost think she’d shot herself but of course she didn’t.
Finally, all loaded and locked, I raised the firearm and took aim. It was a very different experience than any I’d had. It was totally exhilarating and I had a brief moment of «wow, I actually did it!» I wasn’t used to the recoil and had to make a conscious effort not to clench my jaw because when I did, my hearing protection didn’t do its job.
After the first couple shots I felt comfortable and focused more on hitting spots on the target. I even selected an intentional groin shot for that poor, unsuspecting cactus cowboy. Good to know I could hit it if I wanted to.
I took home my target, counted the bullet holes and determined that every single shot hit the page. Not bad for a virgin. I got one dead center of the largest target and, of course, the crotch shot I was so proud of.
I felt a lot more powerful walking through the mall the rest of the day. Good times. I’d definitely go back and try a different gun.

If you’re in the mood for something exciting and different, the Wild West shooting range is definitely worth checking out. It’s located in Phase IV of West Ed, near the Fantasy Land Hotel. I’m not into guns and stuff, but this was something I always wanted to try just once.
I signed up for a single class through campus rec when I was attending the University of Alberta, and managed to get a student discount. I went with my boyfriend, and this was actually our first date. I recommend the range for other first-​daters; it’s a great way to break the ice, because you’re both totally out of your element.
They round you up in a small group of people and go through the rules and basics with you. Once you’re ready, ear-​protectors and all, you get to try a range of their different firearms, from handguns to rifles. It also depends on how much you paid, and you get a certain amount of shots for each one. I don’t remember the difference really, just that the rifle was super-​heavy on my shoulder, and I felt like I was about to collapse under its weight!
You basically aim at these heavy-​weight paper targets they post on the opposite wall. When I was there, the targets were aliens. I felt like Will Smith in Men in Black. The range officers stand behind you the whole time, to guide you if you need help. I think I made my instructor a bit nervous though, when I kept lowering my gun and unintentionally pointing it at his feet … oops …
Overall it’s a great experience; the range offers a new kind of thrill if you’ve never tried this sort of thing before. I’m not sure I agree with their policies here however. They call themselves a family shooting centre, so basically they barely have any age restrictions. A young kid can try shooting a handgun if they want. I don’t think that’s such a hot idea. It’s a safe and controlled environment, but I think it should be one reserved strictly for responsible adults, not young children.