Deerfield Pistol and Archery Center

Came here with a group of 5, 2 of whom were first time shooters. We had purchased 4 groupons — one for 2/​lane, and then the other 3 were for single lanes. Before arriving I didn’t realize they only have 5 lanes in the range, and so they had to put all 5 of us split between two lanes due to other people using the range. It was slightly disappointing that we couldn’t get what we paid for at the time, but I didn’t complain and we still had a good time! I may bring this up with Groupon to see what they say though. Aside from this, the staff were really helpful since most of us didn’t know which gun to rent, and they gave us a basic tour of the range policies before letting us in.
The range is small but well-​kept and well ventilated. Slightly different from other ranges that I’ve been to, shooters keep the gun cases on the back wall of the range and only bring the gun up to the firing stall, reloading at the back wall as well. The lighting is pretty good and the electrically operated target carrier works well.
Prices seem pretty standard for range and rental fees. They also have full auto weapons for rent at a slightly higher price, but I didn’t want to pay extra for that this time since the groupon included a handgun rental.
In terms of the store I didn’t look around too much but they seemed to have a lot of selection with both gear and firearms. I think it’s a good idea that they separate the gun section from the clothes and gear section.
This is the second range I’ve been to in the Madison area (the other is a private outdoor range, so not really comparable) and this one is great for new and experienced shooters alike. Be aware that you may have to wait to get on the range, because they only have 5 lanes. I got here right at opening time on Saturday and we still didn’t get enough lanes.

Listen, this is where you want to go if you are looking to get your CCW certification.
On my way to the class, I was worried about whether or not I was going to be able to stay awake. I realized early in the class that I was NOT going to have that problem.
The instructor, John is so engaging and passionate about educating people about the responsibility of owning and using a gun.
The class is three hours long and believe me, the time flies by. It really does. After class, you go down to the shooting range where John will inspect your shooting technique and help you if you need it.
This place also offers an aray of firearms, classes, and apparel. I will be taking additional classes here to learn more about how to handle a gun and just to come shoot [once i get a little better].
The people who work here really care about gun safety. John is a firefighter and avid gun aficionado and Eric who also works there is a cop who trains other police up in madison. These people know what they are talking about and if you have the chance to work with them, do it.

Bought some courtesy lights for a coworkers personal vehicle for Xmas. One pack had the wrong suction cups and the other, half of the light bar didn’t work. I wish they sold stuff that worked.

Its the only range I have every used so it’s hard to compair but I like it and the staff does a great job.

Not sure why this place is marked «Closed». The winter hours just kicked in, so it’s more open than it’s been in the last few months!
This is a fantastic place to go to try out a new handgun, purchase holsters and belts, or purchase uniforms and equipment if you’re in the PD or other department.
The range itself is well-​run, and the owner is very trusting of the shooters. When you’re the first one in, you get to start up the lights and ventilation, and you’re expected to turn it all off when you’re the last one out.
The price to shoot is a little higher than I’m used to, and there’s no memberships available (you can buy discounted combos of a certain number of hours of range time, gun cleanings, etc.), but they’re pretty nice facilities and the only thing in the area unless you’re in a gun club.
Even if there were other options around, I’d definitely have to recommend DPAC to any shooting enthusiast out there.
(There’s also archery stuff, but I don’t really have any interest or knowledge there, so I’m not reviewing that aspect)