The Kaunas Shooting Range (Kauno šaudykla / Kauno medžiotojų sąjunga) shooting complex in Kaunas, Lithuania (Didžioji g. 77), functions primarily as a highly specialized and competitive training base, rather than a general public range. It is deeply integrated with the Kaunas Hunters' Union (Kauno medžiotojų sąjungos šaudykla), which provides institutional backing for rigorous safety standards and technical maintenance. The facility is clearly positioned for serious shooting enthusiasts and professionals, particularly specializing in the Compak Sporting discipline.
The key distinguishing feature of the complex is its role as a dedicated competitive venue, evidenced by its regular hosting of significant regional tournaments like the Kaunas City Cup (KAUNO MIESTO TAURĖ). This commitment to high-level competition ensures that the infrastructure, including automatic target throwing systems, maintains the stability and complexity required for competitive, non-standardized shooting scenarios, often utilizing the terrain for realistic flight trajectories.
Training is highly structured and caters to a full spectrum of skill levels, from beginners to advanced competitors. Instruction is offered in both individual and group formats, designed to enhance competitive edge. The association with the facility's namesake, Mindaugas Kriščiūnas, provides a guarantee of high-level coaching and expertise. This premium instruction is reflected in the pricing model for personalized sessions, which can cost approximately €95.00 per individual training session with the shooter providing their own equipment. Group sessions are offered at a more accessible rate of around €40.00.
The facility’s operational logistics highlight its focus on structured training and event management over casual access. The range operates exclusively on weekdays with specific, controlled hours: Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Weekends are generally reserved for large, pre-scheduled events like tournaments or specialized corporate team-building activities, for which the club can organize banquets and full logistical support. This schedule underscores the complex's prioritization of quality, security, and focused competitive preparation.
Target Audience
Competitive Sporting Shooters: Requiring sophisticated layouts for Compak Sporting training.
Hunters: Seeking realistic and challenging practice scenarios for field readiness.
Serious Novices: Those demanding highly qualified, structured instruction from an authoritative figure.
Corporate Clients: Groups needing secure, professionally organized team-building events and private competitions.