How far is the range from Frisco, TX?

The range is a private outdoor facility a few miles east of Plano, near Lake Lavon, a manageable drive from most parts of Frisco. The exact address is provided upon registration.

Do I still need a Texas LTC if Texas has permitless carry?

Legally, no. But the LTC provides reciprocity in dozens of other states and license holders are generally afforded more trust by law enforcement, which is why many people still pursue it.

Is the shooting range indoor or outdoor?

Outdoor, on 55 acres. This tends to be quieter and less intimidating for first-time shooters than an indoor range.

Can a first-time shooter go straight to the LTC class?

No, the LTC class assumes basic firearm proficiency. First-time shooters should start with a Learn to Shoot class before attempting the LTC proficiency test.

What does firearms training cost near Frisco, TX?

A 2.5-hour Learn to Shoot session is $90 (plus $30 for a rental handgun with ammo if needed). The Texas LTC class, including online classroom and in-person range qualification, is $90 combined, or $45 for proficiency testing only.

Do I need to return on a separate day for the LTC shooting qualification?

No. The online classroom module is completed independently, and the in-person range qualification is handled in a single visit.

Firearms Training for Frisco, TX Residents

If you live in Frisco and you're looking for a Texas License to Carry class or a beginner-friendly place to learn to shoot, McKinney Firearms Training has been teaching Collin County residents, including a steady stream of Frisco students, for about twelve years. Below you'll find what to expect from training here, what other Frisco-area students have said about their experience (with us and elsewhere), and answers to the questions we hear most from people searching from Frisco.

We're not located in Frisco itself; our private outdoor range sits a few miles east of Plano, near Lake Lavon, but a large share of our students come from Frisco, Little Elm, Prosper, and the rest of northern Collin County. It's a straightforward drive, and most Frisco students tell us the range time (quiet, outdoors, no echoing indoor bays) is worth the trip. There are also cows on the property.

Why Frisco Has So Many Training Options, and How to Sort Through Them

Frisco sits in one of the fastest-growing parts of Collin County, and the firearms training market here reflects that: everything from large indoor facilities like Frisco Gun Club (a 40-lane indoor range with its own retail shop and restaurant) to independent one-on-one instructors operating out of Frisco itself. That's good news in one sense, you have choices, but it also means the quality and format of "LTC class" or "beginner pistol class" varies a lot from one provider to the next, from big-box classroom sessions with dozens of strangers to true private instruction.

A useful data point on pricing: one Frisco-area student who compared several McKinney-Plano-Frisco options in her own words said our pricing came in lower than what she'd found elsewhere in the area, while still including the same-day range qualification most other providers charge extra for, or require you to schedule separately. (See her full review, and others, in the reviews section below.)

What's Changed: Permitless Carry and Why Training Still Matters

Texas has allowed permitless (constitutional) carry since September 1, 2021, meaning most adults 21+ no longer need an LTC to carry a handgun in public. But that doesn't mean training became optional in any practical sense. When the law took effect, even gun range owners who supported the change publicly urged customers to get trained anyway. The point being that removing the legal requirement doesn't remove the need to actually know how to safely handle, store, and (if it ever comes to it) use a firearm. (NBC 5 DFW)

The LTC itself still has real, practical value even under permitless carry: it's honored in dozens of other states through reciprocity, and license holders tend to get more benefit of the doubt in interactions with law enforcement simply because they've been vetted and trained. We cover this in more detail on our FAQ page.

Worth knowing if you're comparing options: some companies market "concealed carry permits" that are actually non-resident licenses from other states (commonly Virginia), obtained entirely online with no shooting portion at all. Texas law requires an in-person shooting proficiency test for a Texas LTC, so if a class doesn't include one, it isn't producing a Texas license. (WFAA)

What to Watch For When Choosing an Instructor

Frisco-area students who've trained with us after trying (or researching) other local options tend to mention the same handful of frustrations with other providers:

Large classroom sizes with little individual attention, especially at big indoor facilities
Having to return on a separate day to complete the shooting qualification instead of finishing everything in one visit
Instructors who read straight from slides for four hours with no real-world context or examples
No syllabus or course outline provided up front
Condescending or impatient instruction, particularly toward first-time or nervous shooters
Noisy, intimidating indoor ranges that are harder on true beginners than an open outdoor setting

Our classes are intentionally kept small; the online classroom module and the range qualification happen as parts of the same process (no second trip required), and every class includes a full course outline. If you want to see how that plays out in practice, our promotional video below walks through the training options we offer.

What Frisco Students Are Saying

These reviews are from students who identified their city as Frisco when leaving a review on our reviews page:

"Great Firearms training experience with Sandy at McKinney Firearms Training! Feel more competent and most importantly, much safer! Highly recommended!" — Joe R., Frisco

"The training class was perfect for what I needed. Dr. Keathley took time to ensure all of the students in class understood and then were able to apply handgun safety... I would definitely recommend his class to friends and family!" — Kirk K., Frisco

"Very thorough class, and a comfortable cadence to the whole day. Sandy is an enjoyable host. I wouldn't hesitate recommending his programs." — Robert M., Frisco

"Sandy is an awesome guy and a great instructor; the LTC class was both fun & very informative. I highly recommend him if you are interested in becoming an armed, law-abiding citizen." — Mark B., Frisco

"I found the beginner class very helpful. I was not an absolute beginner, but still wanted to learn the basics to have a good foundation and I was not disappointed." — Jayd L., Frisco

Read all 212+ student reviews →

Training Options for Frisco Residents

Learn to Shoot, for absolute beginners, or anyone who wants a foundation before attempting an LTC proficiency test
Texas LTC Class, online classroom plus in-person range qualification, same process from start to finish
Defensive Shooting, for students who already know the fundamentals and want to build practical self-defense skills
Ladies Gun Training, our beginner classes typically run at least 80%+ women
Defensive Shotgun, home-defense-focused shotgun instruction
Church Security Team Training
Choosing a Pistol, guidance if you don't yet own a firearm

Frequently Asked Questions — Frisco Students

How far is the range from Frisco?: The range is a private outdoor facility a few miles east of Plano, near Lake Lavon, a manageable drive from most parts of Frisco. We'll send the exact address once you register.
Do I still need an LTC if Texas has permitless carry?: Legally, no, but the LTC still gets you reciprocity in dozens of other states, and license holders are generally treated with more trust by law enforcement. Many Frisco students take the class for those reasons alone, separate from any legal requirement.
Is the range indoor or outdoor?: Outdoor, on 55 acres. It's quieter and less intimidating than an indoor range for most first-time shooters, though you will need to work around weather occasionally.
I've never shot a gun. Can I go straight to the LTC class?: No, the LTC class assumes basic proficiency already. Start with Learn to Shoot first; most students who do are well-prepared for the LTC proficiency test afterward.
What does training cost?: Learn to Shoot is $90 for a 2.5-hour session (add $30 if you need to rent a handgun with ammo). The LTC class is $90 for the combined online classroom plus range qualification, or $45 for proficiency testing only if you've already completed the online portion elsewhere.
Do I have to come back on a different day for the shooting test?: No. The online classroom module can be completed from home on your own schedule, and the range qualification happens in one visit. You won't need to schedule a separate trip to finish.
Is there a minimum age?: 14 for public pistol classes, accompanied by an adult. Younger students are often better served by a private family class, which we also offer.

Service Area: Communities Near Frisco

In addition to Frisco, we regularly train students from these nearby Collin and Denton County communities, which don't yet have a dedicated page of their own on this site:

Little Elm, TX
Prosper, TX
The Colony, TX
Providence Village, TX
Hackberry, TX
Lakewood Village, TX
Allen, TX

(McKinney is covered throughout the rest of this site as our home base, and Plano has, or will soon have, its own dedicated page). If you're in one of the communities above, everything on this page applies to you as well; get in touch and we'll get you scheduled.

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