FiRST Center

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FiRST Center Overview

  • Designed to meet regional training needs with purpose-built facilities.
  • Immersive, reality-based training enhanced by cutting-edge AV technology.
  • Funded through federal, state and local resources.
  • Flexible and adaptable to support the evolving needs of public safety professionals.
  • Set to open in 2026.
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Dedicated spaces for specialized skills training and development:

  • Dedicated mats room for training in defensive tactics, response to resistance and de-escalation.
  • Classroom space for 114 seats or split the rooms for multiple sessions.
  • Two-story, reality-based training space featuring flexible wall systems that simulate a variety of commercial and residential environments, with customizable lighting and sound options.
  • Virtual reality training to enhance decision-making skills under pressure.
  • 12-lane, 50-yard tactical range designed for advanced training, including a drive-in bay to accommodate squad cars for scenario-based drills.
  • Six-lane, 25-yard adjustable target range for police department qualification training, also open to the public.

FiRST Center Membership Benefits and Pricingblue shield with red flames and red cross

Join a community built on readiness, resilience and results. Our membership plans are designed to give you access to advanced training facilities—offering the tools, space and support your team needs to train like it's your own.

With membership, it’s more than access—it’s partnership. You'll bring your own trainers, shape your own programs and operate like you have a facility of your own—without the overhead.

Enjoy exceptional value, unmatched flexibility and top-tier customer service that treats your team like part of ours. We're here to support your mission every step of the way.

Your Team. Your Training. Your Space.

Capital Membership Benefits

  • Priority Scheduling
    • Priority pick of training dates and times before general access opens.
  • Unlimited Agency Range Time
    • Train as often as needed—based on availability.
  • Flat-Fee Pricing for Entire Agency
    • One predictable rate covers your whole team, no surprise costs.
  • After-Hours Facility Access
    • Train on your schedule, including evenings and weekends, based on availability.
  • Dedicated Storage Space
    • Secure, on-site storage for your training equipment and aids—ready when you are.
  • No Additional Space Rental Fees
    • Full access to training rooms and range space is included in your membership.
  • Remote Calendar Access
    • Your agency training coordinator can reserve facility time with ease through a dedicated scheduling portal.

Preferred Membership Benefits

  • Preferred Scheduling
    • Access to facility scheduling after Capital Members—still ahead of general booking.
  • Per-Officer Annual Pricing
    • Flexible, scalable pricing based on your agency’s needs.
  • Minimum 4 Hours of Range Time Per Officer, Per Year
    • Guaranteed access to support regular skill development and qualification.
  • Dedicated Storage Space (As Available)
    • On-site equipment storage offered based on availability.
  • Remote Calendar Access
    • Your training coordinator can easily reserve time using our online scheduling system.

Capital Membership Pricing

Capital Membership (Full; contact the FiRST Center for future availability at 952-985-4461).

Preferred Membership Pricing

Preferred Membership (Limited availability, contact the FiRST Center for more information at 952-985-4461) 3-year commitment with a flat rate per sworn officer.

General Facility Pricing

Mats Room, room with mats on the wall

Defensive Tactics Room (Mats Room)

  • 1,503 square feet, wall pads, floor mats
    • $260 a day
Classroom

Classrooms

  • Full classroom 114 seats: 
    • $500 a day
  • Half classroom 57 seats: 
    • $250 a day
Shooting range room

Shooting Range

  • 12-lane, 50 yard
    • $235 an hour
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Indoor & Outdoor Tactical Training Areas

  • Indoor tactical movable wall system & outdoor reality with residential and commercial streetscapes 
    • $525 a day
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Virtual Reality

  • Realistic, immersive training simulations with up to four stations
    • $100 a hour
Public Shooting Range

Public Range

  • 6-lane, 25 yard
    • To be determined. Contact FiRST Center for more information at 952-985-4461

Fire Training Facility Pricing

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Classrooms

  • Full classroom 114 seats $500 a day
  • Half classroom 57 seats $250 a day
Building plan of training at the FiRST Center

First and Second Floor Reality-Based Training Areas

  • Flexible Wall System
  • Customizable environments, including smoke
    • $525 a day



Training Elements

  • Ladder rescue drills - balcony, windows and rooftop
  • Ground ladder training
  • Areas for Denver Drill firefighter assistance training
  • SCBA confidence course
  • Search & rescue
  • Tactical moveable wall system with smoke out capabilities
  • Mats room
  • Man hole and confined spaces extrication
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FiRST Center Floor Plan

Contact Us

For additional information or to inquire about memberships or reserving a space please contact the FiRST Center manager at 952-985-4461.

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