Virtual Shooting Range Blog

Simulated shooting resources and announcements

Dive into our blog and unlock a world of virtual shooting mastery! Discover expert tips on firearms handling and marksmanship, whether training or just having fun. Ready to up your game? See you soon at Engage Virtual Range!

Mom Shoots Free on Mother's Day Weekend

Mom Shoots Free on Mother's Day Weekend

Posted: April 24th, 2025
Looking for a unique way to celebrate Mother's Day this year?

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Black Friday/Small Business Saturday

Black Friday/Small Business Saturday

Posted: November 16th, 2024
Bring the family to the range this Black Friday!

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Dad Shoots Free on Father's Day Weekend

Dad Shoots Free on Father's Day Weekend

Posted: June 6th, 2024
Looking for a unique way to celebrate Father's Day this year?

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Eclipse Fire Experience

Eclipse Fire Experience

Posted: March 21st, 2024
Embrace the revelry! Exclusive offers await!

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Give the Gift of an EVR Experience

Give the Gift of an EVR Experience

Posted: November 4th, 2023
Be a gift-giving hero this year by giving the gift of an EVR Experience.

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October Festivities @ EVR

October Festivities @ EVR

Posted: September 27th, 2023
October is here, and it's time to load up on excitement and sharpshooting fun! Zombies anyone??

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Level Up with Warehouse Warfare!

Level Up with Warehouse Warfare!

Posted: August 29th, 2023
Experience our latest virtual shooting sensation set in a dynamic warehouse environment. Level up now!

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Medina County Career Center Collaboration

Medina County Career Center Collaboration

Posted: August 15th, 2023
Step into the future of Criminal Justice and Adult Police Academy education with cutting-edge simulations and expert guidance!

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Power of a Unified Enterprise Solution

Power of a Unified Enterprise Solution

Posted: May 31st, 2023
Industry-leading unified enterprise solution designed for your virtual shooting range business.

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How a Virtual Shooting Range is Like Topgolf

How a Virtual Shooting Range is Like Topgolf

Posted: April 14th, 2023
We are re-inventing the sport of shooting using cutting-edge technology!

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7 Reasons Simulated Shooting is Family-Friendly

7 Reasons Simulated Shooting is Family-Friendly

Posted: March 11th, 2023
Wondering if simulated shooting is right for your family? Click to read our top reasons.

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Live-Fire Range Comparison

Live-Fire Range Comparison

Posted: January 25th, 2023
How does a simulated virtual range compare to a typical indoor range? What are the benefits of each?

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Situational Awareness Training

Situational Awareness Training

Posted: December 19th, 2022
Situational awareness training allows shooters to play out lifelike scenarios in a safe, supportive, and educational environment.

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Fun Things To Do & Places To Eat In Medina County

Fun Things To Do & Places To Eat In Medina County

Posted: September 1st, 2022
Medina County has no shortage of fun things to do and places to eat.

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2022 LE Blue Line Competition

2022 LE Blue Line Competition

Posted: August 5th, 2022
We are excited to host our third annual Blue Line Competition for law enforcement agencies in Northeast Ohio.

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Back to School w/ EVR Academy

Back to School w/ EVR Academy

Posted: July 28th, 2022
With summer winding down and the kids finally back in school, now is the perfect time to start focusing on some of your personal goals.

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Changes to Ohio's Concealed Carry Gun Laws

Changes to Ohio's Concealed Carry Gun Laws

Posted: June 10th, 2022
Ohio is now a "constitutional carry" state. Learn what this means to you.

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Importance of Youth Shooting Programs

Importance of Youth Shooting Programs

Posted: May 31st, 2022
Responsible and safe training for youth is fundament to what we do at EVR.

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Date Night Experience @ EVR

Date Night Experience @ EVR

Posted: May 10th, 2022
In need of a unique and fun experience with your significant other? We've got just the outing for you!

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EVR Mission, Purpose, and Guiding Principles

EVR Mission, Purpose, and Guiding Principles

Posted: April 29th, 2022
Our Purpose, Mission, and Vision serve as our guiding principles in everything we do at EVR.

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EVR Challenge Coin

EVR Challenge Coin

Posted: April 14th, 2022
Challenge coins are a unique way to recognize accomplishments. Learn more about the EVR coin!

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Join the EVR Affiliate Program

Join the EVR Affiliate Program

Posted: March 31st, 2022
Become an EVR affiliate, spread the EVR story, and earn valuable loyalty points. Sign up for free today!

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Refer-A-Friend to EVR

Refer-A-Friend to EVR

Posted: March 20th, 2022
We’ve created a simple Refer-A-Friend program that rewards you for spreading the word about EVR to your friends and family.

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Experience Edutainment

Experience Edutainment

Posted: March 2nd, 2022
Edutainment is defined as a "fun way of learning through education and entertainment."

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Are You Ready to Become an Exclusive EVR Member?

Are You Ready to Become an Exclusive EVR Member?

Posted: February 23rd, 2022
EVR memberships provide exclusive access to benefits at a significant discount.

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Top 5 Reasons to Try EVR

Top 5 Reasons to Try EVR

Posted: January 27th, 2022
EVR is unlike anything you’ve ever tried, and we know that new things can sometimes be a little intimidating.

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Planning Team Building Events

Planning Team Building Events

Posted: December 31st, 2021
Team-building outings made easy at EVR! Experience our challenging missions with your team.

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Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties

Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties

Posted: December 26th, 2021
Planning a bachelor or bachelorette party in and around the Cleveland area is easy if you know your way around the city.

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Team Building vs. Group Outings

Team Building vs. Group Outings

Posted: November 18th, 2021
Learn more about the difference between our group outings and team-building experiences.

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CCW and CHL Training Classes at EVR

CCW and CHL Training Classes at EVR

Posted: November 1st, 2021
CCW and CHL licensing are considered the first step in personal safety, protection, and self-defense with a firearm.

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Free Ammo

Free Ammo

Posted: October 14th, 2021
Go broke practicing your shot or hoard your current stash for the next few years and retire your hobby?

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Citizen’s Academy Training Program

Citizen’s Academy Training Program

Posted: September 28th, 2021
Community outreach and collaboration is an essential part to public relations.

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2021 LE Blue Line Competition

2021 LE Blue Line Competition

Posted: September 12th, 2021
We are thrilled to be hosting our second annual Blue Line Competition for law enforcement agencies in Northeast Ohio.

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Not Your Average Team-Building Event

Not Your Average Team-Building Event

Posted: September 2nd, 2021
Team-building events don’t have to suck. Hit the mark with a team-building event that is challenging, fun, and unique.

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Customer Loyalty Program

Customer Loyalty Program

Posted: August 29th, 2021
Get rewarded for visiting our virtual range! Earning points is easy, and enjoying the rewards is simple. Enroll today!

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Gun Violence vs. Gun Safety

Gun Violence vs. Gun Safety

Posted: June 1st, 2021
Engage Virtual Range promotes safe, responsible gun education and wholeheartedly condemns the use of guns for violent, illegal, and irresponsible acts.

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Less-Than-Lethal Simulator Training

Less-Than-Lethal Simulator Training

Posted: May 28th, 2021
Law enforcement training provides practical situational training that encourages de-escalation tactics, conflict resolution, and less-lethal training options.

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Learn How to Defend Your Castle

Learn How to Defend Your Castle

Posted: May 17th, 2021
Training session is uniquely designed for gun owners who may not have a CCW license but intend to defend their homes.

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Stress Awareness: Muscle Memory and Training

Stress Awareness: Muscle Memory and Training

Posted: March 12th, 2021
Professional athletes, musicians, and even construction workers rely heavily on muscle motor skill retention to perform their best, especially in high-stress situations. Shooting a gun is no different.

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Mental Health Training for Police Officers

Mental Health Training for Police Officers

Posted: February 7th, 2021
The impact of COVID-19 goes beyond just the pandemic itself, people are suffering from a changing economic landscape, increased violence at home, mental health issues.

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Learn to Shoot 101: Building Confidence

Learn to Shoot 101: Building Confidence

Posted: December 22nd, 2020
Confident shooting is all about practice and precision. It’s about knowing your gun and your abilities so well it comes naturally.

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Rethink, Re-Engage, & Reload Your Corporate Outing

Rethink, Re-Engage, & Reload Your Corporate Outing

Posted: December 3rd, 2020
Whatever you do, don’t schedule another Zoom meeting! This year has been an absolute roller coaster, and almost every single industry has been affected.

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Learn to Shoot 101: Marksmanship Basics

Learn to Shoot 101: Marksmanship Basics

Posted: November 14th, 2020
If learning to shoot is something that you’ve always considered but never pursued, there is no time like the present.

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Corporate Gift Card Giving

Corporate Gift Card Giving

Posted: November 1st, 2020
Looking for a unique and original gift for your customers and clients? Give them an experience they won't forget!

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2nd Annual Sweetest Days Couples Competition

2nd Annual Sweetest Days Couples Competition

Posted: October 18th, 2020
This annual event continues to amaze us! New couples joined us this year looking for something outside the traditional dinner date for Sweetest Day.

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Learn to Shoot 101: Finding Classes Near You

Learn to Shoot 101: Finding Classes Near You

Posted: October 2nd, 2020
Learning to shoot is about more than just pulling the trigger. As with any sport, there are rules, fundamental principles, and tools for success necessary to learn.

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Thanks for Helping us Back the Blue

Thanks for Helping us Back the Blue

Posted: September 13th, 2020
Our community came out in a huge way to show support for our local law enforcement and Bluecoats of Medina County. Congratulations to Wadsworth Police Department for taking the top place!

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IDPA and IPSC Competitive Virtual Range Shooting

IDPA and IPSC Competitive Virtual Range Shooting

Posted: July 16th, 2020
IDPA and IPSC are both competitive shooting courses that can be shot as live-fire or at a virtual range. Do you know the difference?

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Virtual Gun Range Instructors

Virtual Gun Range Instructors

Posted: May 29th, 2020
At EVR, our mission is to provide a safe, judgment-free gun range that offers support, entertainment, and education to shooters of all skill levels.

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Virtual Range Training for Youth Organizations

Virtual Range Training for Youth Organizations

Posted: March 7th, 2020
Looking for a unique outing for your youth or scouting organization? This customized firearms exposure is designed for youth.

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De-Escalation Training is Important for Officers

De-Escalation Training is Important for Officers

Posted: February 19th, 2020
This type of training is critical to law enforcement because de-escalation techniques are require by police on a daily basis.

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Law Enforcement Active Shooter Training

Law Enforcement Active Shooter Training

Posted: January 17th, 2020
While no one wants to think about active shooter events, the reality is they are becoming more commonplace in the United States.

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A Huge Thank You to All Our Vets

A Huge Thank You to All Our Vets

Posted: November 11th, 2019
We had an amazing turnout of current and former military. We are beyond grateful for these men and women and their commitment to our Country.

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Gun Safety 101: Rules for Safe Gun Handling

Gun Safety 101: Rules for Safe Gun Handling

Posted: November 1st, 2019
One of the benefits of choosing a virtual shooting range over a traditional live-fire range is safety. There is no live-fire or live ammunition on-site.

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Low-Cost Alternative to Gun Ranges

Low-Cost Alternative to Gun Ranges

Posted: October 24th, 2019
As a gun enthusiast or expert marksman, you know how expensive the hobby can be. Just building a solid gun collection is a major investment.

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Are You Prepared to Use Your First Live Firearm?

Are You Prepared to Use Your First Live Firearm?

Posted: October 1st, 2019
Shooting a gun for the first time is scary. There is always a fear of the unknown, and with something as powerful and deadly as a gun, it’s no laughing matter.

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Is EVR Fun If You’ve Never Shot a Gun Before?

Is EVR Fun If You’ve Never Shot a Gun Before?

Posted: September 19th, 2019
Heading to a live-fire gun range for the very first time can be scary, intimidating, loud and anxiety-inducing. It's enough to turn people off from the sport entirely.

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Grand Opening Celebration

Grand Opening Celebration

Posted: September 14th, 2019
It’s been a long road from conception to reality, but we couldn’t be happier that we were finally able to celebrate all of our hard work and for finally opening the doors at our Medina Engage Virtual Range location.

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Simulation Guns vs. Live Firearms

Simulation Guns vs. Live Firearms

Posted: August 9th, 2019
Whether you are a novice or an expert, you know the benefits and drawbacks of live-fire guns. You know the sounds, the smells, the powder and the feel.

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Gun Safety 101: Understanding Gun Recoil

Gun Safety 101: Understanding Gun Recoil

Posted: August 4th, 2019
A gun’s recoil is the backward movement a shooter feels when the bullet is discharged. When a gun exerts a force on a bullet as it’s launching it forward, the law of physics says the bullet will exert an equal force in the opposite direction of the gun.

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Trend Alert: The Next Big Thing in Virtual Gaming

Trend Alert: The Next Big Thing in Virtual Gaming

Posted: July 31st, 2019
You’ve tried escape rooms, you’ve tried go-karting and you’ve tried ax-throwing. You’re looking for the next big trend in interactive and immersive experiences. Well, it’s safe to say that Engage Virtual Range is unlike anything you’ve ever done before.

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Are Virtual Shooting Ranges Safe For Kids?

Are Virtual Shooting Ranges Safe For Kids?

Posted: July 18th, 2019
Proper gun safety is a controversial topic, but an important one. And when it comes to teaching your children how to handle a gun and the immense responsibility that comes with it, you want to do it in a safe and supportive environment.

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Advantages of a Virtual Shooting Range

Advantages of a Virtual Shooting Range

Posted: June 23rd, 2019
The interesting thing about traditional shooting ranges is that everyone goes for a different reason. But, whether it’s to improve marksmanship, gain self defense skills, blow off steam, or just have fun, the experience is the exact same.

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