For a first timer who has never picked up a gun, I had fun. I was a little scared and intimidated but everything was fine and I enjoyed it. It's super loud even with the ear covers. My only nitpick was that we had a reservation and the front desk person said that it would be another 10-15 minute wait, well it ended up being 45 minutes. It wouldn't hurt for someone to come up to you to let you know and manage expectations. The pick up and drop off is handy.