Clay Shooting Discipline Guides

Master every clay shooting discipline with our comprehensive guides. From beginner-friendly DTL to advanced trap shooting techniques.

Complete Beginner's Guide

Beginner

Everything you need to know to start clay shooting safely and confidently, from first steps to your first competition.

What you'll learn:

  • Safety Fundamentals
  • Essential Equipment
  • Basic Techniques
  • Finding Your First Club
  • What to Expect
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Down The Line (DTL)

Beginner Friendly

Master the fundamentals of DTL shooting with comprehensive scoring, positioning, and technique guides.

What you'll learn:

  • DTL Rules & Scoring System
  • Station Positioning
  • Target Reading
  • Choke Selection
  • Point Maximization
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Sporting Clays

Intermediate

Advanced techniques for sporting clays success across all target presentations and challenging scenarios.

What you'll learn:

  • Reading Presentations
  • Pair Strategies
  • Station Planning
  • Equipment Selection
  • Mental Game
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New Zealand Shooting Locations

All Levels

Complete directory of clay shooting clubs and ranges across New Zealand with contact details and facilities info.

What you'll learn:

  • Club Locations by Region
  • Facilities & Disciplines
  • Contact Information
  • Visitor Information
  • Official Organizations
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Skeet Shooting

Intermediate

Perfect your skeet shooting with station-specific techniques, timing, and consistency strategies.

What you'll learn:

  • Station Techniques
  • High/Low House Timing
  • Doubles Strategy
  • Option Shot Mastery
  • Consistency Training
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Trap Shooting

Advanced

Excel at trap shooting with advanced positioning, target prediction, and equipment optimization.

What you'll learn:

  • Trap Variations
  • Handicap Strategy
  • Target Prediction
  • Equipment Setup
  • Competition Prep
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Looking for General Resources?

Visit our resources section for equipment guides, safety information, and general shooting tips.