A Girl & A Gun expanded its national impact in August, with 2,794 women participating in 460 chapter events, an 18.49% increase over last year, as membership reached 35,804 women and five new chapters opened nationwide. The month showcased the remarkable breadth of the organization’s influence, from advanced Sniper School training, where more than half of the participants successfully engaged a target at one mile, to instructor development, purposeful marksmanship programs, and exclusive research revealing how women invest in sporting clays equipment. With 594,385 social media views, more than 118,000 website views, and 31,382 unique visitors, A Girl & A Gun continued to educate, connect, and inspire women across the shooting sports. Explore August’s training insights, market research, member achievements, and national highlights below.

A Girl & A Gun continued to expand its impact on women’s firearms training and the shooting sports in July, with 2,600 women participating in 406 chapter events nationwide, a 19.1% increase over last year, as membership grew to 35,503 women. From firearms education, leadership development, and hands-on training for women gun owners to the sixth annual Women’s Clays Extravaganza, where 107 female shooters from 12 states engaged 26,094 registered targets, the month demonstrated the growing participation and influence of women across the firearms community. A Girl & A Gun also published new firearms industry data examining how women influence firearm and accessory purchases, develop brand loyalty, upgrade their handguns as their skills progress, and select trusted rifles, optics, gear, and training equipment. With 430,909 social media views, more than 107,000 website views, and nearly 16,000 active app users in July, the data offers a compelling look at the growing community of female gun owners, competitive shooters, firearms instructors, and women shaping the future of the shooting sports. Explore the latest A Girl & A Gun statistics, women’s firearms market research, training insights, gear data, and event highlights below.

June demonstrated that A Girl & A Gun continues to grow not only in size, but also in influence. Across the country, 2,550 women participated in 429 chapter events, an 11.7% increase over last year, while two new chapters launched in Western Maine and Ponderay, Idaho, expanding opportunities for women to train and connect close to home. The organization also invested deeply in developing leaders through two premier national training experiences: the Rifle Retreat, where 70 women completed an intensive AR-15 instructor development program, and DRIFT Academy, where participants sharpened vehicle survival, personal protection, and tactical decision-making skills under expert instruction. Beyond live training, A Girl & A Gun continued to serve both its members and the broader firearms community by publishing a steady stream of educational training resources alongside market intelligence that helps the industry better understand the rapidly growing women’s market. That leadership reached a national audience, generating more than 342,000 social media views, attracting over 25,000 unique website visitors, and engaging nearly 15,800 active app users. With membership surpassing 35,000 women and nearly 700 new membership packets mailed from headquarters during the month, June reflected an organization that is strengthening local communities, advancing instructor excellence, and shaping the future of women’s participation in the shooting sports.

This month 700 women gathered at UNITE 2026 for 4 days of training, competition, and community, demonstrating the strength and momentum of the A Girl & A Gun movement. Across the country, 2,297 women participated in 400 chapter events during May, a 17.6% increase over last year, while 2 new chapters opened in Asheville, NC, and Jackson, MS, extending opportunities for women to connect and grow. The organization’s reach also continued to expand beyond the range, generating more than 462,000 social media views and engaging a national audience that looks to A Girl & A Gun for education, leadership, and insight. Together, these milestones reflect more than organizational growth. They represent a thriving community of nearly 35,000 women whose participation is strengthening the shooting sports, influencing the industry, and empowering more women than ever before to develop confidence, competence, and leadership through firearms training.

A Girl & A Gun continued its strong momentum in April 2026, marked by growth in membership, training participation, digital engagement, and national recognition. The organization reached 34,736 total members, including 9,036 active members, while nearly 2,500 women participated in 412 chapter events nationwide. Social media views surged more than 49% compared to last year, app activity climbed over 11%, and new chapters launched in Chandler AZ and Washington County RI. From high-profile conversations about the rise of female gun ownership to leadership programs strengthening local communities, A Girl & A Gun continued to expand its national impact. The organization also gained significant visibility at the NRA Annual Meeting through media appearances, partner engagement, and collaborative product opportunities. Overall, April underscored A Girl & A Gun’s role as a leading force advancing women in the firearms community.

A Girl & A Gun is proud to report another month of growth across all metrics. In March 2026, membership reached 34,496, with nearly 9,000 members training at 470 chapter events nationwide. Two new chapters opened in Western New York and Peachtree City GA, expanding access to high-quality instruction, while 980 new members received their first welcome from headquarters. More than 80,000 followers generated over 400,000 social views, website traffic surged with nearly 38,000 unique visitors, and more than 15,000 members stayed connected through the app. That participation is driving smarter training and more relevant resources. From skill-building content to immersive experiences like the DRIFT Academy, A Girl & A Gun is still setting the pace for how women train, lead, and show up with confidence.

As A Girl & A Gun celebrated 15 years of advancing women in the firearms community, the organization continued to prove why it is the flagship training community for women nationwide. In February, 2,772 women showed up for 436 chapter events, membership grew to 34,022, and tens of thousands engaged through our website, app, and social channels. Behind the numbers, the momentum was unmistakable: thousands of women contributed data shaping the future of carry gear, new training resources reached women seeking quality instruction, and exclusive training opportunities continued to open doors for women in the industry. Fifteen years in, the movement keeps gaining ground and more women are stepping in every month. We couldn’t be more excited about the future!

January 2026 was a powerful start to the year for A Girl & A Gun, highlighted by a strong presence at SHOT Show, the firearms industry’s largest annual event. There, leadership represented members in high-level conversations about training, partnerships, and the future of the shooting sports, reinforcing A Girl & A Gun’s role as the nation’s largest women’s firearms training organization. The organization entered 2026 with impressive momentum, reaching 33,679 total members and hosting 433 chapter events attended by 2,730 women in a single month, while also launching 3 new chapters. Online engagement continued to surge, with 303,638 social media views, a 17.6% increase over last year, and 15,156 active app users, up 15% year over year, reflecting a growing, energized community and strong national reach.

“2025 was a remarkable year for A Girl & A Gun,” said Robyn Sandoval, President & CEO. “The growth in membership, events, and partnerships shows that women are not only investing in their training and safety but are actively building a community where they can thrive. We are honored to be a part of their journey and excited to continue expanding opportunities for women across the country.”

November 2025 was a powerhouse month for A Girl & A Gun! It was the kind of momentum that turns heads, earns investment, and proves yet again that this community is the driving force for women’s firearms training nationwide. More than 2,300 women trained at 405 local events, thousands more connected through our digital platforms, and our total membership surged past 32,000 women with huge activity on our app, website, and socials. We launched a new chapter in North NJ, welcomed a wave of new members with over 600 packets mailed, and dropped fresh videos and content that kept engagement soaring. Capping it all off, our 9th Annual Back the Women in Blue delivered a fully booked, high-intensity training week for female law enforcement officers, with a waiting list so long it could have filled a four more classes. November was undeniably explosive, and anyone who isn’t plugged into AG & AG yet is officially missing out.

October 2025 was an incredible month for A Girl & A Gun! With 684 membership packets mailed, 2,392 women attending 422 chapter events, and a brand-new chapter launched, our community is growing faster than ever. Fall Fest 2025 brought 105 women together for the nation’s only all-ladies multigun event, blending competition, mentorship, and camaraderie, which is proof that women are setting trends and shaping the sport. Online engagement exploded with 371,000+ social views and 14,761 active app users, while our Quarterly Member Appreciation Giveaway and expert articles empowered members nationwide. Don’t miss your chance to join the women who are leading, competing, and defining the firearms community like never before!

September 2025 proved that A Girl & A Gun is where women grow, train, and make an impact together. We welcomed 783 new members, launched a new chapter in Winnsboro, TX, and brought 2,650 women to 447 events, while 14,685 app users stayed connected. From unarmed self-defense at Combatives Camp to advocacy at the Gun Rights Policy Conference and giving back with a $2,500 donation for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, our community shows up for each other and the causes that matter. With UNITE 2026 nearly sold out, this is your moment to join, connect, and be part of the sisterhood that’s shaping the future of women in firearms.

August 2025 was an adrenaline-charged month that proved A Girl & A Gun is leading a movement that’s reshaping the firearms industry. With over 2.1 million social views, 14,000+ active app users (+13% YOY), and more than 2,300 women attending 410 events nationwide, our influence is as measurable as it is undeniable. We launched 3 new chapters, delivered 708 welcome packets to new members, and hosted elite-level training experiences like our GLOCK Getaway in Georgia and our legendary Sniper School in Colorado, events no other organization in the country is offering women. We published powerful resources, tackled critical conversations around mental health and safety, and continued setting the bar for what modern firearms education looks like. If you’re watching the future of women’s shooting sports, look no further. A Girl & A Gun is driving it.

July 2025 was nothing short of powerhouse for A Girl & A Gun! More than 100 women broke 24,408 registered targets at our Clays Extravaganza, over 2,100 ladies trained side by side at chapter events, and 5 brand‑new chapters launched in July. Our reach included 2.17 million social media views and nearly 356,000 website visits. These aren’t just stats; they’re powerful proof that A Girl & A Gun is a nationwide movement inspiring women, building skills, and transforming lives.

June 2025 was extraordinary for A Girl & A Gun! We increased events by 4.5% over last June and grew membership by 6.8%, proving again why we’re the most engaged, fastest-growing club in the nation. We hosted our elite Red Dot Retreat, where 60 certified instructors trained with the top pistol optics experts in the country, and delivered our exclusive, adrenaline-fueled DRIFT Academy, the only vehicle defense experience of its kind. We made headlines, welcomed more women than ever, and continued changing lives through unmatched training, community, and confidence.

May 2025 was an incredible month of growth, engagement, and community for A Girl & A Gun! We proudly hosted our 13th Annual National Conference with record attendance. Across the country, 2,000 participated in our training events and membership was up 9% over last year! We gave back to one of our national charities and celebrated the launch of two new chapters! Here are some of the highlights!

April 2025 was earth-shaking as we hosted the biggest gun-girl Kentucky Derby party the world had ever seen! We welcomed more than 1,000 people on site for our 13th Annual National Conference. In addition, we continued to host local events and grow our membership 8.12% over last April! Here are some of the highlights.

March 2025 was full of training, camaraderie, and growth! Attendance was up 24% over last year and more than 3,000 ladies trained with us! Our DRIFT Academy was off the charts! Here are some of the March 2025 highlights.

This month we celebrated our 14th anniversary! Our membership was up 24.8%, attendance was up 6.4% over last year, and we trained 3,748 women in February! We hosted another fantastic GLOCK Getaway, held more training events, and welcomed many new members. Here are the highlights for February 2025.

We started the year with a record month — 873 membership packets were mailed out from HQ. Memberships were up 17.3% over last year with 3,800 women joining in for training activities. What a great way to kick off the 2025! Here are the highlights!

A Girl & A Gun does more in one month than most organizations do in an entire year! We had a great December to close out our 13th year in the industry! In 2024, we welcomed 45,194 women (+15% over 2023) at 4,743 in-person events and dozens of virtual events. December ended with membership up 26.8% and more new chapters. More students, more events, and more excitement! Here are the highlights!

November was a blast in A Girl & A Gun Nation! We hosted powerful LEOs for our 8th Annual Back the Women in Blue. Overall event attendance was up 23.8% and memberships were up 19% compared to November 2023. We expressed gratitude and #gaveback to our communities. We saw a lot of training, coaching, and camaraderie! Here are our highlights for November 2024.

October 2024 was a ton of fun in A Girl & A Gun Nation! Event participation was up 32.8% over last year and membership soared 19.7%! Our Fall Fest matches in Missouri are still generating social media buzz from when 76 competitors had the time of their lives! Throughout the country, October welcomed a lot of pumpkin shoots, a lot of first-time shooters, and a lot of learning and laughing! Here are some highlights!

September 2024 marked another month of record growth! A Girl & A Gun saw a year-to-year increase in membership of 40% growth and 38% increased attendance at our events. When much of the firearms industry is stagnant, the National Conference 2025 SOLD OUT with 720 registrations in just 30 minutes (at midnight)! AG & AG continues to lead for education, competition, and community! Here are the highlights from September!

In August 2024 our ladies hit long-range steel at 2,003 yards, became certified armorers, and learned tons of new skills! We trained 2,507+ women this month and hosted 428 events. Our membership was up 16.4% over last year to exceed 7,400+ card-carrying members. Here are the August highlights!

July 2024 was on fire! We welcomed more than 2,100 ladies to our events (+24.5%) this month with a 22.82% increase in membership compared to last July! Our instructors were training on shotguns, handguns, and rifles — as well as gun maintenance, combatives, tactical medicine, and more! Here are some of the highlights.

June 2024 was jam-packed with adventure and excitement! In June 2024 we hosted another awesome DRIFT Academy and our chapters had a ton of summer fun at the range. AG & AG event attendance was up 24.56% & our membership rates were up 43.7% compared to last year. More than 2,300+ women turned to AG & AG for training last month! Here are the highlights!

In May 2024, A Girl & A Gun was soaring high after experiencing an overwhelmingly successful National Conference! Our event attendance was up 43.2% and membership was up 34.1% over last May! Here are some of the highlights for the past 30 days in A Girl & A Gun Nation.

April 2024 was another exciting month in AG & AG Nation! We welcomed new members (up 27.8% since last April!), trained on a variety of platforms, launched new initiatives, and of course, hosted our biggest National Conference to date — with over 700 students! Here are some of the highlights!

March 2024 was full of training, camaraderie, and growth! Memberships were up 25% over last March! Our DRIFT Academy was off the charts and more than 2,300 ladies in our local chapters had a ton of fun! Here are some of the March 2024 highlights.