Introduction
Guests see the final moment: the trigger squeeze, the arrow release, the excited smile when they hit the target.
But behind every clean shot at Mabali Sports Shooting Club, there’s a full day of setup, safety, coordination, and a hundred tiny decisions no one notices.
So today, we’re pulling back the curtain.
Here’s what it really looks like to run a shooting club in Pakistan — where the backdrop is a lake, but the work is anything but a picnic.
8:00 AM – Setting the Range
Before the first guest arrives, we’re already at work:
- Checking firearms and air guns for safety
- Inspecting bows, arrows, and strings
- Repainting targets and replacing worn stands
- Refilling air canisters
We don’t believe in shortcuts. Safety is the system — and that starts before breakfast.
Because if one screw is loose, one safety switch isn’t working — the risk is too high.
8:30 AM – Staff Briefing
Our team gathers for the morning huddle.
We’re not just instructors. We’re also:
- Educators
- Psychologists (yes!)
- Hosts
Each day, we review:
- Guest bookings
- Special requests (first-timers, group visits, media shoots)
- Gear allocation
- Safety drills
10:00 AM – First Guests Arrive
This is where the real energy kicks in.
Some guests are nervous.
Some are overconfident.
Some just want a cool Instagram photo.
Our job is to:
- Balance expectations
- Coach without judgment
- And keep everyone safe — even if that means pausing the fun to reinforce discipline
We’ve gently stopped guests from unsafe behavior — and then watched them thank us afterward.
12:30 PM – Midday Heat, Midday Madness
The sun’s beating down.
Gloves are off. Hydration is on.
We rotate staff breaks, sanitize grips, and calm excited teenagers who are ready to fire everything in 3 minutes flat.
This is usually when:
- A guest forgets ear protection
- A younger sibling wanders into the lane
- A camera crew asks to shoot from inside the zone (answer: no, for safety reasons)
It’s never boring. And we like it that way.
3:00 PM – The Unexpected
Running a shooting range isn’t just about equipment — it’s about people.
On any given day:
- Someone brings their elderly father for archery
- A corporate group shows up unannounced
- A guest shares a personal story about overcoming fear
This is where we pause, connect, and remind ourselves why we do this.
It’s not just targets we’re helping them hit — it’s confidence, calm, and memories.
5:30 PM – Final Rounds & Gear Checks
As the sun dips behind Khanpur’s hills, we begin winding down:
- Counting rounds
- Cleaning barrels
- Drying bows and tightening strings
- Logging gear usage and safety reports
Guests leave with high-fives.
We leave with gear to maintain and stories to share.
💭 Final Thoughts
Running Mabali Sports Shooting Club isn’t just about adrenaline.
It’s about accountability, hospitality, and a deep sense of duty.
We’re not here to sell thrills.
We’re here to offer something honest, controlled, and skill-based — an experience where every detail matters.
Because behind every “perfect shot,” there’s a team that made it safe, smooth, and meaningful.
Next time you visit us — take a moment to notice what’s behind the targets.
It’s not just wood and paint.
It’s trust, precision, and a team who loves what they do.
📍 Visit us at Mabali Sports Shooting Club, Khanpur Lake
