Target shooting

Everything you need to know about target shooting, from how to get started, right through to how to enter competitions.

What is target shooting?

Target shooting involves the use of the following:

  • air rifles
  • pistols
  • muzzle-loading rifles and pistols
  • rifles (both rimfire and centrefire) 

It also includes clay shooting and you can find more on that here.

Practical shotgun and practical rifle are also important branches of the target shooting disciplines.

All require concentration, skill, discipline and great control, while being relaxed and focused is key for hitting the target.

Where do I start?

Due to firearm laws, you cannot simply turn up and try target shooting, but there are ways you can enjoy it as a one-off day.

What do I need?

You don't have to get all the equipment to get started but we look at the options that are available to you.

What can I shoot?

Target shooting involves shooting various artificial targets you can even download your own.

Entering competitions

There are a wide range of different competitions you can enter as you grow your skills.

Range days

We offer BASC members the opportunity to book onto range days at Bisley.

BASC courses and events

BASC runs a range of courses and training days, held all over the UK.
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