Foothills Public Shooting Complex

Metal Madness Unlimited
2025-11-23 09:00, 2026-02-22 09:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-22 09:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
Registration 9-9:45am
First Shot 10:00 am

While Metal Madness is for .22 only, Metal Madness Unlimited is for 45 ACP or smaller.

The scoring is based on five (5) Bays with five (5) targets each for a total of twenty-five (25) targets. Each target must be hit at least once to be scorable. Participants will shoot each target set of 5 targets, three (3) strings keeping the fastest time for score. The fastest times will be combined from each stage for an aggregate bracket score.

Firearm Classifications
Open:
Any firearm (pistol, revolver, 22LR caliber rifle, or 45 ACP or smaller pistol, revolver, PCC) with scopes, optical sights, light gathering scopes, battery powered optics, reflex optics, or lasers.

Stock:
Any firearm (pistol, revolver, 22LR caliber rifle, or 45 ACP or smaller pistol, revolver, PCC)) with iron sights. Adjustable sights, fiber optics and compensators are allowed. No electronic sights or optics are allowed.

$10 for each firearm. Each firearm may be run a second time for $5.

First Shots Shotgun & Intro Skeet Combo
2025-12-06 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-01-03 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-02-07 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-03-07 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-04-04 08:30 - 09:30 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
This class is for beginning shotgun shooters. It includes classroom and range time with certified instructors. NSSF has supplied us with some goodies for this class.

Your $40 fee includes eye and ear protection. Class size is limited to 10 participants, so call to reserve your spot today at 704-447-8230! (Office closed Mondays)

Shooters will receive on-range instruction in the finer points of skeet shooting from a Foothills Range Safety Officer.

Bring your shotgun and 2 boxes of 7 1/2, 8, or 9 size shot, 1300 fps max. Scoring, etiquette, equipment, and camaraderie will be discussed.

Metal Madness
2025-12-13 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-10 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-14 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-14 08:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-11 08:00 - 15:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
Registration starts at 8:00 and first shot is at 9:00. Everyone must be registered by 2:00.
They will need to call our office to pre-register so we can squad them and let them know what time their squad will be shooting.

While Metal Madness is for .22 only, Metal Madness Unlimited is for 45 ACP or smaller.

The scoring is based on five (5) Bays with five (5) targets each for a total of twenty-five (25) targets. Each target must be hit at least once to be scorable. Participants will shoot each target set of 5 targets, three (3) strings keeping the fastest time for score. The fastest times will be combined from each stage for an aggregate bracket score.

Firearm Classifications
Open:
Any firearm (pistol, revolver, 22LR caliber rifle, or 45 ACP or smaller pistol, revolver, PCC) with scopes, optical sights, light gathering scopes, battery powered optics, reflex optics, or lasers.

Stock:
Any firearm (pistol, revolver, 22LR caliber rifle, or 45 ACP or smaller pistol, revolver, PCC)) with iron sights. Adjustable sights, fiber optics and compensators are allowed. No electronic sights or optics are allowed.

$10 for each firearm. Each firearm may be run a second time for $5.

First Shots Pistol Class NSSF
2025-12-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Foothills Training Center, 1642 Pinedale Rd, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
NSSF FIRST SHOTS PISTOL CLASS
Please call 704-447-8230 to register and pay by phone to reserve a spot in this class! Minimum 8 students to hold class. Bring a friend!
This class is designed to introduce new and beginning pistol shooters to proper safety rules and firearm techniques. This class will teach you time tested fundamentals proven by champion hand gunners. Learn to shoot in a judgment-free, stress-free environment with emphasis placed on safety and handgun fundamentals. It is better to learn the proper way initially than to overcome years of bad habits.
CLASS TOPICS: Safety, Gun Selection, Grip, Stance, Sight Picture, Trigger Control, Follow Through, Breath Control, and Drills. Class will be limited to 20 students. Cost is $40.00.
YOU SHOULD BRING: Your handgun and one box (50 rounds) of ammunition. We will provide eye and ear protection, but please feel free to bring your own if you prefer to use your own equipment.
ARE THERE ANY AGE RESTRICTIONS? You must be at least 18 years old to take this class by yourself. Patrons 11-17 years of age may take the class with adult supervision.
WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM THIS CLASS? Whether just beginning, or you’ve shot a few hundred rounds, you will benefit from this fundamentals class. Sometimes we have the tendency to get complacent in our routines. Complacency often leads to bad habits without us even realizing it. This class will give you the opportunity to have an experienced shooter give you some valuable feedback as you begin this fun, life-long sport.
MUST I HAVE A NORTH CAROLINA CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT BEFORE TAKING THIS CLASS? No. However, this class may be helpful before taking a concealed carry class.
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR? Due to a burn risk from ejected brass, do not wear open toed shoes, loose fitting clothing, or low-cut tops or tank tops. You may want to wear a hat and sunscreen for range time.
WHERE WILL THE CLASS BE HELD? Foothills Training Center-1642 Pinedale Rd. Cherryville, NC 28021. Foothills Range-283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC 28021. Both are located off HWY 150 halfway between Shelby and Cherryville, NC.
At least one day prior to coming to the class, first time patrons must watch our safety video and submit a waiver. This can be done easily on our website at www.foothillspublicshooting.cc/waiver

NC Concealed Carry Class
2025-12-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Foothills Training Center, 1642 Pinedale Rd, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
The cost is $85 with lunch included. Advance registration and payment are required to reserve your place. Class size is limited. Call 704-447-8230 to register and pay by phone.

Please click here to view the Foothills safety video and submit an electronic waiver by the day before class if you have not done so already: https://foothillspublicshooting.cc/waiver/

Please arrive at Foothills Training Center – 1642 Pinedale Rd. Cherryville, NC 28021 no later than 8:00am.

Bring your firearm, eye and ear protection, and 50 rounds of ammo. This North Carolina Concealed Carry class will satisfy the requirement for your NC Concealed Carry permit application.

Instructor–Bob Watson, Foothills CRSO, NC CCH Instructor, NRA RSO, Pistol & Rifle Instructor.

First Shots Rifle
2025-12-21 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-01-18 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-02-15 10:00 - 13:30, 2026-03-15 10:00 - 13:30 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
This class is designed to introduce new and beginning rifle shooters to proper safety rules and firearm techniques. This class will teach you time tested fundamentals proven by champion shooters. Learn and practice basic skills in a judgment-free, stress-free environment with emphasis placed on safety and firearm fundamentals.
Class topics include Safety, Gun Selection, Grip, Stance, Sight Picture, Trigger Control, Follow Through, Breath Control, and Drills. Class will be limited to 20 students. Cost is $40.00.
You should bring your rifle and 30-50 rounds of ammunition. We will provide eye and ear protection, but please feel free to bring your own if you prefer to use your own equipment.
You must be at least 18 years old to take this class by yourself. Patrons 11-17 years of age may take the class with adult supervision.

First Shots Pistol Class NSSF
2026-01-11 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-08 10:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-08 10:00 - 13:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States

Cancelled - Steel Challenge Match
2026-01-24 08:00 - 16:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
We now have a morning session and afternoon session! Morning session registration starts at 8:00 am with first shot at 9:00 am and afternoon registration starts at starts at 12:00 pm with first shot at 1:00 pm.

DESCRIPTION:
*4 Stages of steel targets arranged randomly at distances from 15-25 yards
*5 Timed strings with the slowest string thrown out
*$20 first Firearm/ Division and $5 for additional Firearm/ Division
*Need 100 rounds of ammo min. (200-300+ rounds and extra mags recommended)

Divisions will be:
Handguns
Open (OPN)
Limited (LTD)
Production (PROD)
Single Stack (SS)
Iron Sight Revolver (ISR)
Open Revolver (OSR)
Carry Optics (CO)
Rimfire Pistol Irons (RFPI)
Rimfire Pistol Open (RFPO)
Long guns
Rimfire Rifle Irons (RFRI)
Rimfire Rifle Open (RFRO)
Pistol Caliber Carbine Irons (PCCI)
Pistol Caliber Carbine Open (PCCO)

Check out Appendix H in the SCSA Rules to verify your division.
https://uspsa.org/viewer/2019_SCSA_Rulebook.pdf

ALL VISITORS MUST HAVE A RANGE CARD OR HAVE watched the safety video and fill out a waiver prior to match day at www.foothillspublicshooting.cc/waiver

THIS INCLUDES SPECTATORS!

Please arrive no later than 8:30 am for the morning session and 12:30 pm to allow for check-in time!!

Cancelled - Metal Madness Unlimited
2026-01-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
CANCELLED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
Registration 9-9:45am
First Shot 10:00 am

While Metal Madness is for .22 only, Metal Madness Unlimited is for 45 ACP or smaller.

The scoring is based on five (5) Bays with five (5) targets each for a total of twenty-five (25) targets. Each target must be hit at least once to be scorable. Participants will shoot each target set of 5 targets, three (3) strings keeping the fastest time for score. The fastest times will be combined from each stage for an aggregate bracket score.

Firearm Classifications
Open:
Any firearm (pistol, revolver, 22LR caliber rifle, or 45 ACP or smaller pistol, revolver, PCC) with scopes, optical sights, light gathering scopes, battery powered optics, reflex optics, or lasers.

Stock:
Any firearm (pistol, revolver, 22LR caliber rifle, or 45 ACP or smaller pistol, revolver, PCC)) with iron sights. Adjustable sights, fiber optics and compensators are allowed. No electronic sights or optics are allowed.

$10 for each firearm. Each firearm may be run a second time for $5.

Steel Challenge Match
2026-02-28 08:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-28 08:00 - 16:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
We now have a morning session and afternoon session! Morning session registration starts at 8:00 am with first shot at 9:00 am and afternoon registration starts at starts at 12:00 pm with first shot at 1:00 pm.

DESCRIPTION:
*4 Stages of steel targets arranged randomly at distances from 15-25 yards
*5 Timed strings with the slowest string thrown out
*$20 first Firearm/ Division and $5 for additional Firearm/ Division
*Need 100 rounds of ammo min. (200-300+ rounds and extra mags recommended)

Divisions will be:
Handguns
Open (OPN)
Limited (LTD)
Production (PROD)
Single Stack (SS)
Iron Sight Revolver (ISR)
Open Revolver (OSR)
Carry Optics (CO)
Rimfire Pistol Irons (RFPI)
Rimfire Pistol Open (RFPO)
Long guns
Rimfire Rifle Irons (RFRI)
Rimfire Rifle Open (RFRO)
Pistol Caliber Carbine Irons (PCCI)
Pistol Caliber Carbine Open (PCCO)

Check out Appendix H in the SCSA Rules to verify your division.
https://uspsa.org/viewer/2019_SCSA_Rulebook.pdf

ALL VISITORS MUST HAVE A RANGE CARD OR HAVE watched the safety video and fill out a waiver prior to match day at www.foothillspublicshooting.cc/waiver

THIS INCLUDES SPECTATORS!

Please arrive no later than 8:30 am for the morning session and 12:30 pm to allow for check-in time!!

Believer Archery - 3D Archery Shoot
2026-03-07 08:00 - 2026-03-08 17:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
8:30 AM Start, March 7-8th
Cards in by 4 PM – Casual Start
Includes 20 Delta/McKenzie 3d Targets

SHOOT SIG
2026-03-20 08:00 - 2026-03-22 17:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
About Shoot Sig: Founded by Team SIG professional shooter Daniel Horner, SHOOT SIG is a membership community that welcomes all levels of firearms enthusiasts and encourages participation in the shooting sports.
Whether you’re new to shooting competitions or an experienced competitor, you’ll enjoy 3 approachable stages that can be completed in just 100 rounds and an hour. Compete again in the same or another division for a discounted match fee. Bring any pistol or PCC or try out a new SIG pistol or PCC for an additional fee. You must be a SHOOT SIG member and shoot a SIG firearm to be eligible for prizes.
To become a member of Shoot Sig see this site: https://www.sigsauer.com/shootsig
As a member, you unlock the power to:

Register for SHOOT SIG matches across the country
Participate in the SHOOT SIG Product Purchase Program for exclusive member pricing
15% Webstore cart discount
And much more

NOTE: If you want to shoot in more than one Division or multiple entries in a single Division, you must first complete your initial registration and pay the initial $45 match fee. Then, you must register for each additional entry and select “Additional Division” under Extras in the payment information section to receive the discounted match fee of $25. Each additional entry in this manner will allow you to pick a respective Division and Squad; this will result in multiple registrations for the same match being displayed under your PractiScore dashboard profile.
Click this link for upcoming matches and to register: https://practiscore.com/shoot-sig-foothills-firing-range/register

NC S3DA Qualifier
2026-04-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
Shotgun Start
More information coming soon! Learn more at: https://www.s3da.net/

4 State ASA Qualifier
2026-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Foothills Shooting Complex, 283 Fielding Road, Cherryville, NC, 28021, United States
4 State – NC, SC, VA, GA ASA Qualifier
Casual Start
More information coming soon! Learn more at: https://asaarchery.com/
