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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Freedom Hall, The Matrix VR, memberships, classes, private training, events, store services, and visiting 2 If By Sea Tactical.
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General
What does 2 If By Sea offer?
2 If By Sea Tactical brings together a live-fire indoor range, retail firearm store, The Matrix virtual reality training room, event space, classes, private training, gun rentals, buy/sell/trade services, gunsmithing and cleaning, custom engraving, and a 2nd Amendment museum-style display. It is built for new shooters, experienced firearm owners, families, members, competitors, and anyone looking for professional guidance.
Explore the indoor range, visit The Matrix VR, or view training options.
Where are you located and what are your hours?
2 If By Sea Tactical is located at 222 2nd Ave SW, New Prague, MN 56071, inside New Prague’s Historic Mill.
Store hours: Tuesday-Thursday 10am-7pm, Friday 10am-8pm, Saturday 9am-7pm, Sunday 10am-6pm, and Monday closed.
Phone: 952-758-GUNS (4867). Email: [email protected].
Can I bring my family?
Yes. Many events and Matrix VR experiences are family-friendly. For live-fire range use, staff can help make sure each visit is appropriate for the shooter’s age, comfort level, and experience.
How can I keep up with what is going on?
Check the calendar for classes, workshops, matches, theme nights, and monthly events. You can also follow the news updates and subscribe to stay current on classes, events, store updates, and 2A news.
I heard you have a podcast and video channels. Where can I find those?
Yes. 2 If By Sea shares firearm education, reviews, historical firearm stories, updates, and conversations through YouTube, Rumble, and podcast appearances including the Lexington & Concord Podcast.
Range & VR
What are the rules for the indoor range, Freedom Hall?
Safety is not negotiable. Everyone using the indoor range should review and follow the range rules, policies, and staff instructions. The team is there to keep the experience safe, smooth, and enjoyable.
Why is Freedom Hall different from other ranges?
Freedom Hall includes 8 digitally controlled lanes, distances up to 25 yards, clean indoor climate-controlled shooting, strong air filtration, modern controls, and rentals for pistols and rifles up to .338 Lapua Magnum. The goal is a safe, clean, and comfortable range experience for skill-building and recreation.
Do you accept walk-ins?
Yes. Non-members are welcome as walk-ins and can use available live-fire lanes when they arrive. Current non-member walk-in pricing is $25/hour, with an additional shooter at $15.
Advance live-fire lane reservations are a member perk for active range, founding, and business members. View memberships.
Can members reserve live-fire lanes online?
Yes. Active range, founding, and business members can reserve a one-hour live-fire lane time online. The final reservation start time is one hour before store close.
Do I need my own firearm to train or use the range?
No. Rentals are available for the indoor range. Rental firearms must stay inside the facility, and rental firearm use requires in-store ammunition. Staff can help you choose a firearm that fits your goals and comfort level.
How does The Matrix virtual reality range work?
The Matrix is a digitally projected virtual reality training and entertainment room with hundreds of scenarios used for low-light, personal defense, decision-making, marksmanship practice, and family-friendly games. It is useful for serious training, parties, events, and fun sessions.
Membership
What membership options do you offer?
Memberships are available for casual shooters, frequent range users, families, Founding Fathers, Matrix VR users, and businesses. Current options include Goose, Iceman, Maverick, Founding Fathers, Matrix VR, and business memberships such as Destroyer, Battleship, and War Ship.
What do range memberships include?
Benefits vary by plan, but range memberships can include free lane usage, member lane reservations, guest passes, discounts on transfers, training, store purchases, select classes, coffee, book checkout, document shredding, notary services, membership cards, and other perks.
How long before my membership becomes active if I sign up online?
Online signup only takes a few minutes. Membership benefits begin right away, and staff can help finalize your membership card when you visit the store.
Do Matrix VR memberships include live-fire lane reservations?
No. Matrix VR memberships are for The Matrix virtual reality room. Live-fire lane reservations are a range, founding, and business member perk. Matrix VR members can still enjoy the VR reservation benefits tied to their VR membership.
Classes & Lessons
What monthly activities do you offer?
Monthly activities can include competition shoots, ladies’ events, Military & First Responder appreciation, Cosmic Shooting, Armed Women of America meetings, Permit to Carry classes, workshops, and themed range events. Offerings can change, so the calendar is the best source for current dates.
Can I request a specific class you do not currently offer?
Yes. Send a request and the team will consider adding it to programming if it fits the community and training goals.
Do you offer private lessons?
Yes. Private firearms training is available by appointment and can be customized around handgun, rifle, defensive shotgun, fundamentals, confidence-building, or specific student concerns. Pricing details are handled directly based on training needs.
What if I am an absolute beginner?
Beginners are welcome. Beginner-focused instruction emphasizes safety, fundamentals, confidence, and hands-on guidance so new shooters can learn without feeling overwhelmed.
Can I rent event room or classroom space?
Yes. Independence Hall can be used for events, parties, business meetings, outside instruction, and training-related gatherings. Contact the team for availability and setup details.
Store & Services
What does it mean that you are a SilencerShop dealer?
As a SilencerShop Gold Dealer, 2 If By Sea can help streamline suppressor purchases, trusts, Single Shot Trusts, and NFA-related processes. The store also offers NFA engraving for Form 1 firearms as an in-store service.
What if I just want to see how a gun fires or feels in my hands?
Gun rentals let you try firearms before you buy. Staff can help you handle options and choose what feels best. Rentals do not leave the building, and rental firearms require in-store ammo.
Do you buy or appraise used firearms?
Yes. If you are looking to sell or trade a firearm, the team can help evaluate it and talk through next steps.
Do you offer firearm services like engraving, gunsmithing, and cleaning?
Yes. Services include custom engraving, gunsmithing, and cleaning. Availability depends on the job, so contact the store or visit the service pages for details.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Firearm financing is available through Credova, subject to approval, availability, restrictions, and provider terms.
Why should I sign up for the newsletter or check out the blog?
The newsletter and news updates help you stay informed about events, sales, new arrivals, training courses, classes, and local 2A updates.
Still Have Questions?
Reach out to the team for help with range visits, memberships, training, private events, firearms, services, or store questions.