What 88 Tactical does

88 Tactical is a privately held, Omaha, Nebraska-based training and entertainment company operating what it brands as a 'Guntry Club' — an integrated facility that combines a 40-lane indoor shooting range (10 public lanes, 30 private lanes, and an exclusive 270-degree bay, all 25 yards) with 60+ firearms, tactical, medical, and self-defense training courses, a full-service restaurant (Founders Club, an OpenTable Diners' Choice 2025 winner), a Knock & Talk speakeasy, a 24/7 fitness center, Topgolf Swing Suite, pickleball courts, Kids Club, event venues, and a Pro Shop retailing firearms, ammunition, gear, rentals, and armorer services. The core technology stack is operational rather than software-driven: digitalized lanes with tablet-controlled target carrier systems, advanced air filtration, and integrations with Bizzflo (booking), OpenTable (reservations), Grubhub (delivery), Silencer Shop (on-site NFA kiosk), and a USCCA partnership bundling concealed-carry membership with unlimited handgun rentals.

The company monetizes through a diversified, multi-stream model: tiered recurring memberships (Founders Select, Founders Social, Reserve, Corporate, Heroes), transactional revenue from range time ($22/hour base, $13 per additional shooter) and Happy Hour discounting, one-time training course fees ($120 concealed carry, $375 four-hour private package, $200 church security, $455-$1,100 corporate courses), Pro Shop hardware sales and rentals, restaurant and catering revenue, and corporate training contracts. Customers span individuals and families (primary), corporate clients, women-only cohorts, youth programs, and law enforcement/military Heroes-tier members. Distribution is regional and direct-to-consumer from the single 15350 Shepard Street flagship, supplemented by third-party delivery and reservation platforms.

88 Tactical was founded in 2011 by Nebraska law enforcement veteran Shea Degan (who also founded Signal 88 Security in 2003), with current leadership split between Degan as Founder & Executive Chairman and Brad Thrasher as CEO. The company is an LLC (88 Tactical, LLC) with no disclosed institutional backing beyond a small July 2024 SEC Rule 506(c) exempt offering of $100,000, a 2017 strategic partnership for national scaling that has not yet produced a second location, and a 2022 facility expansion that materially broadened the amenity mix.

Name

88 Tactical

Legal name

88 Tactical, LLC

Website

https://88tactical.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

88 Tactical is a privately held Omaha-based Guntry Club operating a 40-lane indoor shooting range, 60+ training courses, restaurant, fitness, and entertainment amenities, serving individuals, families, corporate clients, and first responders through tiered memberships and transactional services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Tactical Training & Shooting Range Facility

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394), Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Firearms, Range Safety & Less-Lethal Weapons Training (EDAOAMAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Active Shooter Preparedness & Safety Training/Drills (EDAEACAI), Defensive Tactics, Use-of-Force & De-escalation Training (EDAOAMAM), Armed Security & Firearms Training & Qualification (BPAKAOAB), Law Enforcement / Military / Security Defensive Tactics Training (HSADADAI), Firearms & Ammunition Retail (CRAMAKAA), Shooting Sports Equipment Retail (Targets, Clay, Range Gear, Hearing/Eye Protection) (CRAMAKAG), Defense & Security (EDABALAH), Mini Golf & Attractions Centers (Mini Golf, Go-Karts, Laser Tag Complexes) (THAJAEAK)

Keywords

• Firearms training services
• Tactical education courses
• Shooting range facility
• Corporate security training
• Member entertainment club

Headquarters

HQ city

Omaha

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership Subscriptions: Monthly/annual membership fees with tiered levels (Founders Select, Founders Social, Reserve, Corporate). Includes various levels of access to amenities, discounts, and exclusive benefits.
2. Training Courses and Private Lessons: Individual course fees and private training packages. Includes handgun, carbine, TacMed, self-defense courses. Package deals available (Basic/Intermediate/Advanced Handgun packages).
3. Pro Shop Sales: Retail sales of firearms, ammunition, accessories, holsters, optics, night vision, clothing, and gear. Also includes firearm rentals and armorer services.
4. Founders Club Restaurant: On-site dining restaurant open to members and non-members. Online ordering through Grubhub for non-members, direct service for members.
5. Corporate Training: B2B training contracts for corporate clients including Active Threat Response, Primal Self-Defense, Live-Fire Range, Stop the Bleed, and rappelling courses.
6. Event Venue Rental: Rental of event spaces, conference rooms, Topgolf Swing Suite, shooting ranges for private events, corporate functions, and parties.
7. Shooting Range Time and Rentals: Hourly lane rental at $22/hour, additional shooter at $13/hour, firearm rentals at $15-25, with Happy Hour 50% off range time weekdays 2-5pm.
8. Catering Services: Full-service catering for events including appetizer platters, buffets, and full meal service with delivery options.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

88 Tactical is a multifaceted entertainment and training facility offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services centered around firearm training, shooting sports, and tactical education. Its core offerings include a 40-lane indoor shooting range (10 public, 30 private, with a 270-degree bay) and a catalog of 60+ training courses spanning handgun, carbine, shotgun, TacMed, self-defense, and active threat response for adults, women, youth, and corporate groups. These are bundled with lifestyle amenities and membership programs that combine shooting, dining (Founders Club restaurant), fitness, and entertainment into a "Guntry Club" experience.

Product overview

88 Tactical is a multifaceted entertainment and training facility offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services centered around firearm training, shooting sports, and tactical education. The core offering consists of an indoor shooting range with 40 lanes (10 public, 30 private) and extensive training courses spanning handgun, carbine, shotgun, TacMed, self-defense, and active threat response for adults, women, youth, and corporate groups. The product portfolio extends into lifestyle and entertainment with the Founders Club restaurant, Topgolf Swing Suite simulator, outdoor pickleball courts, 24/7 fitness center, and Knock & Talk speakeasy lounge. Membership programs (Individual/Family, Corporate, Reserve) provide tiered access with benefits including COST+ pricing, complimentary training, and priority reservations. Additional services include Pro Shop retail (firearms, gear, rentals, armorer services), event venue rental, catering, community outreach (88Impact), and regular competitions/classes.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Indoor Shooting Range State-of-the-art indoor shooting facility with 10 public and 30 private shooting lanes (each 25 yards) plus an exclusive 270-degree bay, with Range Safety Officers on duty. Available by the hour ($22/hour first shooter, $13/hour additional shooter; handgun rentals $15, rifle/shotgun rentals $25) with Happy Hour 50% off Monday–Friday 2–5pm. Open to members and walk-in non-members.
• Adult Training Courses Firearm and self-defense training programs for adults spanning handgun progression (intro through advanced), red dot sighted pistol, carbine/rifle, tactical shotgun, TacMed (tactical medical), self-defense, martial arts, and active threat response. Includes the Nebraska Concealed Carry Permit Course ($120 regular, $95 January promo) and Private Training Packages (4 hours / 3+1 FREE for $375, valid 1 year).
• Women's Training Courses Specialized firearm and self-defense programs designed for women and taught by women, including women's intro to handgun, basic handgun, practical handgun, concealed carry permit, and women's defense courses. Aimed at female shooters and those seeking self-defense training in a supportive environment.
• Youth Training Courses Safety-focused training programs for children and teenagers (ages 3+, with range access at 10+) covering gun safety, anti-bully/anti-abduction skills, and a youth introduction to handgun in a supportive and interactive environment.
• Corporate Training Team-building and workplace-safety training for businesses, including Active Threat Response ($650 regular / $455 Cost+ up to 10 people), Primal Self-Defense ($455/$350), Live-Fire Range ($350/$245), Intro to Competitive Shooting ($750/$525), Stop the Bleed ($650/$445), and Intro to Rappelling ($1,100/$770), with additional participants charged per person.
• Private Training & Church Security Training Personalized individual and small-group private training sessions, plus specialized Church Security training covering active threat response, tactical medical care, and force-on-force scenarios. Church Security Open Enrollment Course is $200/person with group discounts for 5+ members and complimentary spots for hosting churches.
• Pro Shop (Firearms & Accessories Retail) On-site retail store selling firearms, ammunition, tactical gear, accessories, holsters, optics, night vision, and clothing; includes firearm rentals, used gun sales, special orders, and an on-site Silencer Shop Kiosk for NFA items (suppressors, SBRs, SBS, AOW) with no transfer fees when ordered through 88 Tactical. Available to both members and non-members.
• Armorer Services On-site weapon maintenance, cleaning, and repair services including gun cleaning (handgun $30–$50, rifle $40–$60), safety inspection, sight installation, trigger updates, AR upgrades, and scope/optic mounting for rifles, shotguns, and handguns.
• Founders Club Restaurant Full-service dining restaurant and bar with a chef-inspired menu featuring prime beef, fresh seafood, international flavors, a 130+ wine selection, and 20 local craft beer taps. Open to members and non-members; named an OpenTable Diners' Choice winner for 2025. Online ordering available through Grubhub for non-member delivery.
• Catering Services Full-service catering for corporate lunches, team meetings, parties, and training sessions including appetizer platters, handheld items, salad and entrée buffets, with delivery options available.
• Event Spaces & Venue Rental Versatile venue rental options including main dining room (300+ guests), Event Space (50 max), Alpha Room (15 max), Bravo Room (20 max), Charlie Room (60 max), Madison Conference Room (15 max), and Topgolf Swing Suite (8 max) for private events, corporate functions, and parties.
• Topgolf Swing Suite Indoor golf and gaming simulator featuring Full Swing Golf (40+ courses), Signature Topgolf games, and multisport games. Available for member rental for corporate events, social gatherings, and family activities; bookable via Bizzflo.
• Fitness Center 24/7 access fitness facility for Founders Select and Reserve members featuring power racks, free weights, cardio machines, resistance machines, battle ropes, TRX straps, and saunas.
• Pickleball Courts Outdoor pickleball courts available to Social Membership through Senior Executive/Reserve tiers. Equipment rentals include paddles and balls.
• Individual & Family Memberships Tiered membership programs for individuals and families: Founders Select (top-tier with maximum amenities and discounts including COST+ pricing) and Founders Social (casual access with fewer amenities). Benefits include range access, training discounts, Pro Shop discounts, and dining benefits. Family memberships include two adults and two children under 25 with youth programs and Kids Club access.
• Corporate Memberships Business membership tiers (Senior Executive and Executive) for companies offering unlimited facility access, complimentary classes, free range time, conference rooms, COST+ pricing on merchandise and food, discounts on catering and events, and client entertainment spaces for employee benefits and team building.
• Reserve Membership Elite membership combining Select and Corporate benefits, including complimentary facility access, Topgolf, training courses, CONUS service, concierge, private driving service, and Knock & Talk speakeasy access.
• Shooting Competition Every other Wednesday competition events (4pm–7pm) featuring USPSA/Hit Factor, IDPA/Time Plus, Two-Gun USPSA, and grab bag formats for shooters of all skill levels, at $15 per run or $30 for 3 runs.
• Kids Club Free supervised childcare for Founders Select Family and Senior Executive members, providing children ages 3-11 a safe and fun environment while parents use facility amenities.

Quantifiable outcome

• In 2025, 197 organizations or events were donated to at a value of $129,564 through 88Impact community giving program
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• USCCA (United States Concealed Carry Association)coreGTM or Marketing Partner88 Tactical is an official partner of USCCA. The company offers bundled membership packages combining unlimited handgun rentals with USCCA Elite Membership for $44.95/month (a $64 value). USCCA provides liability protection and training resources for concealed carry holders.
• GrubhubminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFounders Club restaurant available on Grubhub for online ordering and delivery, extending reach to non-member customers and providing additional revenue channel.
• The Salvation ArmyminorOthers88Impact partnered with The Salvation Army for Angel Tree holiday gift program and Kids Back-to-School Backpack Drive, fulfilling 30 holiday gift requests for local children in need.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Range USA: Multi-location indoor shooting range and retail chain offering lane rentals, training courses, and firearms/ammunition sales. Most directly comparable to 88 Tactical's range, Pro Shop, and training core, though it operates a less amenitized, non-membership-focused model.
• SIG Sauer Academy: Manufacturer-affiliated firearms training facility in New Hampshire offering multi-day handgun, rifle, shotgun, and tactical courses for civilians, law enforcement, and military. Comparable to 88 Tactical's training depth and instructor credentials, though it lacks the integrated restaurant/entertainment amenity stack.
• Front Sight Firearms Training Institute: Resort-style firearms training destination in Nevada offering multi-day courses with on-site lodging and dining. Comparable as a destination training venue combining instruction with hospitality amenities, though it lacks the broader entertainment and recreation programming (Topgolf, fitness, pickleball).
• Shoot Point Blank: Multi-state indoor shooting range and training operator with retail and membership programs. Comparable in core range, retail, and training services, though it does not match 88 Tactical's restaurant, Topgolf, and full lifestyle amenity integration.
• Gunsite Academy: Long-established firearms training institute in Arizona offering defensive, tactical, and law enforcement courses. Comparable to 88 Tactical's training-led value proposition and ex-military/law enforcement instructor base, but focused on training only without the entertainment-amenity model.

Regional players

• Battlefield Vegas: Las Vegas-based shooting range and military experience venue combining firearms, simulations, and entertainment. Comparable as an entertainment-driven shooting destination, though its anchor is military tourism rather than membership-based community.

Broad incumbents

• National Firearms Law Trade Council (Member Ranges): The NRA and affiliated range network represent the broad incumbent ecosystem for firearms training, safety education, and recreational shooting. Comparable in serving civilian shooters seeking instruction and range access, though it operates through a federated membership model rather than a single hospitality venue.
• Life Time Fitness: National premium fitness and lifestyle club operator offering memberships, dining, family programming, and event spaces. Comparable in operating a tiered membership lifestyle club with F&B, fitness, and events — the same amenity mix 88 Tactical has integrated with its shooting and training core.
• Topgolf Entertainment Group: National entertainment-venue chain combining golf simulators with food, beverage, and event spaces. Comparable to the entertainment/dining/events component of 88 Tactical's amenity stack, and 88 Tactical's Topgolf Swing Suite is a licensed integration of this exact concept.

Emerging players

• Magpul Dynamics: High-end firearms training brand offering multi-day courses across multiple US locations for civilians and professionals. Comparable to 88 Tactical's higher-tier tactical offerings, though it operates without a permanent flagship facility.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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