Arizona’s premier indoor shooting range and training facility, announced that its first franchise location has officially opened in Mesa, marking a major milestone in the company’s continued growth across the Valley.
Located at 9253 E. Willis Road, Suite 101, Mesa, 85212 in a 23,000‑square‑foot space, the new location is designed to deliver the same high‑quality experience that C2 Tactical represents. The Mesa location features a fully equipped shooting range with 23 lanes, a state‑of‑the‑art sim room, classrooms and a dedicated VIP suite, offering opportunities for training, recreation, business and group events.
The franchise is owned and operated by Tina and Turner Drake, a mother‑and‑son team based in the East Valley who have been longtime C2 Tactical customers and supporters.
“For us, this is truly a family venture,” said Tina Drake, co-owner of C2 Tactical Mesa in a statement. “C2 Tactical has created a space that values learning, safety, and connection. Being part of that as franchise owners is incredibly meaningful, especially as we introduce this experience to more families and first‑time shooters in the East Valley.”
“As longtime customers, we had already experienced firsthand the consistency, professionalism and community that C2 Tactical provides, so when we learned franchising was available, it felt like a natural fit.” said Turner Drake, co-owner of C2 Tactical Mesa. “We’re honored to bring this trusted brand to Mesa and excited to serve our local community.”
Since opening its first location in Tempe in 2013 and expanding to Scottsdale in 2018, C2 Tactical has built a reputation as a full‑service firearms and training destination that prioritizes education, responsible gun ownership and a welcoming environment for shooters of all experience levels.
“Franchising was never about rapid expansion, it was about finding the right people who believe in our values, our culture and our commitment to safety, training and customer experience,” said C2 Tactical Owner Vincent Vasquez. “Turner and Tina embody the qualities that we were looking for in franchise partners, and Mesa is the perfect next step for our brand.”
The Mesa location is the first C2 Tactical franchise to open. The brand will continue to seek measured, value‑driven partners to franchise and expand throughout Arizona and beyond. If you are interested in opening a C2 Tactical franchise, please visit https://c2tactical.com/
