Skeet shooting involves speed, accuracy, and eyetohand coordination. On the range, where shooting volume is the loudest, be sure to use the maximum protection of a headset. Skeet shooting fundamentals skeet shooting coach todd. The word skeet was chosen being the scandinavian word for shoot. Issf rules and must ensure that these rules are enforced. Issf eligibility, issf commercial rights and issf sponsorship advertising rules. A combination of skeet and downtheline facilities can be obtained in the one layout by installing the dtl trap midway between the two skeet traphouses. But dont worry, there will be no blood or dead birds falling to the ground. National sporting clays association nsca official rules and regulations. Skeet basics nssa national skeet shooting association. If an item has fallen beyond your reach, contact range personnel for assistance. But if you want to shoot 100 straight, this manual can help you achieve that goal. For real sporting, the art of designing a sporting clay course makes use of the topography of the land and the imagination of the designer making the shooting experience as near to live bird shooting as possible. The official trapshooting rules of the ata govern the shooting of registered targets and the conduct of shooters and the duties of shoot management.
Since even excellent shooters tend to overlook many basic details, mastering skeet emphasizes fundamental techniques that will greatly improve your precision and consistency. Just grab your shotgun and move the scope when targets. Skeet shooting range and targets competition will be on a skeet range following the national skeet shooting association nssa guidelines. Skeet shooting is a recreational and competitive activity where participants, using shotguns, attempt to break clay targets mechanically flung into the air from two fixed stations at high speed from a variety of angles skeet is one of the three major disciplines of competitive clay pigeon shooting. Skeet shooting fundamentals the following is the property of todd bender and, and it is presented for educational and informational purposes only. This course is patterned after conventional skeet and trap shooting. Trap and skeet shooting are two of the best ways to improve your shooting skills and harvest more upland game birds once the season opens.
All shooters and their guests must check in at the range. It is now a major sport, with its own international and state organizations. Todd benders skeet cheat sheet for more specific set up points and fundamentals, go to the stationbystation analysis page. And learn to use earplugs in the field, especially in confined locations like duck blinds. Now that you know the rules and are safety compliant, it is time to get the equipment you need to be successful.
Skeet shooting is a sports game where marksmen use shotguns to shoot at clay targets thrown into the air. We are seeking to educate young people and introduce them to some activities that are. Skeet shooting is a recreational and competitive activity where participants, using shotguns, attempt to break clay targets mechanically flung into the air from two fixed stations at high speed from a variety of angles. The center of the circle is known as the crossing point and is marked by a stake. Magazines clips may be loaded to five rounds capacity maximum. These rules can be found at the following location. If it becomes necessary, squads of less than five members may be formed but squads of more than six must be avoided for control and safety reasons. Range shooting rules and regulations two gun tactical. Guns will be kept pointed in a direction that will not endanger bystanders 2. Booklet number 7 technical rules clay pigeon shooting. National skeet shooting association nssa official rules and regulations. Nzcta manual of range design, construction and inspection guidelines 5 c range layout c. Skeet shooting is carried out on a semicircular playing field of radius twentyone yards, with shooting points known as stations marked along the arc of the semicircle.
The following is the property of todd bender and, and it is presented for educational and informational purposes only. Skeet cheat sheet skeet shooting coach todd bender. This is a synopsis of rules for the shotgun sports. Are range rules and safety guidelines posted in a conspicuous manner. New changes to the ata rulebook effective 09012019. It requires the accuracy and skill to repeatedly aim, fire and break the 4 14 inch disc which are hurled through the air at a speed of 42mph, simulating the flight path of a bird fleeing a hunter.
Skeet has two clay pigeon throwers traps mounted at the ends of a semicircle, and a number of stations around the circumference. They are deeply intertwined with these rules, formalizing courtesy and maintaining order. Skeet is one of the three major disciplines of competitive clay pigeon shooting. One shot only may be fired at each target during its flight within the shooting bounds an area 40. In addition, the association creates criteria for shooter classification, shooting safety practices, tournament payouts, and other aspects of the sport as needed. Do not go forward of the yellow chain under any circumstances. The high house, on the left side of the field, throws its targets from a trap 10 feet above. Lee braun and the remington pros another excellent book by a champion shooter, also out of print but sometimes available on ebay. Two houses are situated on the opposite ends of the arc. Active range area the active range area for skeet, trap and issf fields includes the area of the shooting stations and trap houses. The issf administrative council has just approved rules changes that will go into effect on january 1 st, 2018. Rules changes include technical rules for the new mixed team events that were needed to implement international olympic committee ioc decisions regarding the olympic shooting program for tokyo 2020 and the june 25 th 2017 extraordinary general assembly decision to accept those changes.
Regulations and rules australian clay target association. When the details of the sport were completed and tested and a set of rules drawn. Vintage skeet rules and regulations national skeet shooting association nssa rules shall apply except for the following. It is a great game in its own right but it is also a fantastic training ground for the sporting clays shooter and also for the. Skeet, trap range rules this range is primarily for the use of skeet and trap shooting. The safety of athletes, range personnel and spectators requires continued and careful.
The shooting stations is designed to give a good feel to the shooter. Rule book national skeet shooting association nssansca. It is the responsibility of each athlete to comply with the rules. So, we have an ata shooter here who is aa in trap singles. The oklahoma state skeet association state championship is a good place to get a look at how the game of skeet is played. Each participant will shoot 5 shots at each station.
International shooting sport federation and usa shooting. Technical rules for down the line, english skeet, english sporting, automatic ball trap and their derivatives issue no. A round of american skeet consists of shooting at 25 targets from eight different stations on the skeet field. Range safety rules revision 2 august 1, 2019 safety first safety always. Official rules national skeet shooting association. Targets can be lost for other infringements to the rules such as foot faults and time faults. Skeet is easy, if youre happy breaking nine out of ten birds. Jan 19, 2007 king heiple is one of the national skeet shooting associations ten master instructors. He is a life member of the ohio state skeet shooting association and in 2001 was inducted into its hall of fame. One house is known as a high house while the other is the low house. One significant rule change adopted by the council is an.
Skeet shooting play free skeet shooting games online. Cpsab7201102 published by the clay pigeon shooting association cpsa limited edmonton house national shooting centre brookwood woking surrey gu24 0np section page. In skeet shooting, a semicircular arc is fitted with seven shooting stations. The issf constitution designates the administrative council, a 35person body elected by the general assembly or. Pdf file score better at skeet excellent book by champion shooter fred. Rule book national sporting clays association nsca official rules and regulations the association creates criteria for shooter classification, shooting safety practices, tournament payouts, and other aspects of the sport as needed. May 03, 2018 skeet shooting all 8 stations high house, low house, double by shotkam duration. Trapshooting is a game of movement, action and splitsecond timing. It has an eightstation format like american skeet but with faster targets thrown at 72 meters 78. Any use or reproduction of this article or any content on this website without the written consent of todd bender is prohibited. Robins skeet range safety rules, policies and procedures all shooters must read, understand and comply with the following range safety rules, policies and procedures before shooting at the robins skeet range. National skeet shooting association official rules revised 2009 additions and changes are shown in italics. Sporting is a shooting discipline reproducing hunting situations and practised with a.
Course participants will move through a multiple station course. Shooting skeet can be done for pure enjoyment or in competitive matches. There are probably more rules to olympic skeet than in the other olympic disciplines so it is important to study the rule book if you decide to take up the challenge of this exciting form of shooting. Trapshooting is a specific form of clay target shooting. This makes an ideal and neat setting when the two forms of shooting are to be incorporated. If youre an experienced shooter or if you just want to get started, shooting skeet is a good and popular option to explore. For the time being usa shooting rules will be the 2017 issf rulebook 2nd print version 1. While commercial ranges are relatively common, the most dedicated shooter may prefer to design and build his own skeet and trap range. In skeet shooting, you can train your shooting and aiming skills by hitting flying skeet.
The layout will vary depending on the chosen topography. We believe that in skeet you will find the finest fellowship of sportsmen and women in the world. Firearms will not be removed from the case anytime before receiving permission from the range officer. Booklet number 7 technical rules for down the line, english skeet, english sporting and automatic ball trap and their derivatives version cpsab7201102 16th. Rules sec v p 12 says a new skeet shooter that has an a or higher class in another clay sport has to declare no lower than one class lower than their highest class in the previous 3 years. Booklet number 7 technical rules for down the line, english skeet, english sporting and automatic ball trap and their derivatives version cpsab7201102 16th of may 2011 c l a y n p i g e o c l a y p i g e o n. In addition to the present regulation skeet most commonly shot, the nssa has an international division for those who wish to shoot under the rules used in. Only clay targets meeting the nssa rules will be thrown rules and scoring 1.
In addition to the present regulation skeet most commonly shot, the nssa has an international division for those who wish to shoot under the rules used in international competition with low gun position and variable timing. The most common gun used for skeet shooting is a 12gauge shotgun, but there are several varieties to choose from. See step 1 to learn how to get started shooting skeet. Shooting anything smaller will get you no consideration. Technical rules for down the line, english skeet, english sporting. Todays skeet field varies little from its 1920 beginnings. Upon command, the trap house will throw a bird out in front within a roughly 45 degree arc. International is a variation of american skeet and is the style shot in the olympics. All shooting must be directed at paper targets fastened to the permanent backboards.
A new second print 012018 version of the issf official statutes, rules and regulations will govern all issf championships for 2018 though the 2020 tokyo olympics. Blue creek sport shooting complex and its directors are not liable for injuries incurred by shooters. Kids and youth development are the primary objectives of the program. Beginners introduction to skeet south carolina skeet shooting. According to the basic trap shooting rules, a trap field consists of five different stations radiating in from each other in a semicircle, with a trap house in front of the shooters. Any rules not being enacted or that will be modified for a match will be posted as a match directors bulletin. Armor piercing or incendiary cartridges are not permitted. Standing with both feet entirely within the boundary of the shooting station. The ata has the responsibility for the formulation, regulation and enforcement of these rules. It also includes the area forward of the shooting stations to a depth equivalent to. It is not permissible to be naked under a skeet vest. Continued exposure to shooting noise can permanently damage your hearing. This online game is all about shooting at moving targets in the sky. You travel from station to station, changing the angle of the throws in relation to your shooting, and try to break as many as possible.
Trap, skeet and sporting clay application page 4 of 10. The shooter is required to hold the butt of the gun at hip level until the target is seen. The great sport of skeet shooting, designed in 1920 by a group of andover, massachusetts upland game hunters to improve their wing shooting, has rapidly caught the fancy of people in all age groups and both sexes. The association creates criteria for shooter classification, shooting safety practices, tournament payouts, and other aspects of the sport as needed. Shotgun rules for trap double trap skeet usa shooting. It has eight shooting stations and two trap houses. Eye and hearing protection is strongly recommended. Skeet shooting competition rules and regulations 1.
Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting. We are actively working on a usas specific set of rules and will posted as soon as available. Eye and ear protection are required on the range at all times. Seven of the stations are arranged in a half moon between the two trap houses, and one station is directly between them.
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