Business Details
7 Years
experience
Clay Pigeon Shooting Tuition & Experience in Stonely
Established in 2019, Guns and Clays is a dedicated clay pigeon shooting school offering expert tuition and immersive experience sessions. Our lead instructor, Richard Halsall, brings extensive qualifications including CPSA Instructor, CPSA Shotgun Skills Instructor, and CPSA Safety Officer certifications. We specialise in simulating live quarry shooting through disciplines like English Sporting, FITASC Sporting, and Olympic Trap, catering to both beginners and experienced shooters. Our approach combines structured training with safety-focused practices, ensuring clients develop technical proficiency while enjoying the sport's dynamic challenges.With a foundation built on client recommendations and hands-on teaching experience, we provide accessible sessions requiring no prior experience or equipment. Our facilities accommodate family groups, friends, and corporate teams, offering 30-minute 'Have A Go' sessions alongside comprehensive shotgun skills development programs. The business maintains strong ties with national shooting organisations, including CPSA and FITASC, and continues to expand its offerings through digital booking systems and educational resources.
Services
Clay Pigeon Shooting Tuition
Experience Sessions
Shotgun Skills Diploma
Gift Cards
Have A Go Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer expert-led tuition with CPSA-certified instructors
- Our sessions simulate authentic live quarry shooting scenarios
- We provide accessible experiences requiring no prior equipment
- Our instructors hold advanced qualifications in shooting safety
- We cater to family groups, corporate teams, and individual shooters
Associations and certifications
- CPSA Instructor
- CPSA Shotgun Skills Instructor
- CPSA Safety Officer
- CPSA Referee English Sporting
- CPSA English Skeet Referee
- FITASC Sporting Referee
What people say
Expert-led tuition
Family-friendly environment
Well-structured sessions
Excellent safety protocols
Accessible for beginners
Services
Clay Pigeon Shooting Tuition
Professional instruction covering shotgun handling, target acquisition, and safety protocols. Sessions develop technical skills through progressive drills and live-fire practice. Ideal for beginners seeking foundational knowledge or experienced shooters refining techniques in various shooting disciplines.
Experience Sessions
Guided shooting experiences requiring no prior knowledge or equipment. Participants receive safety briefings, basic training, and supervised shooting rounds. Designed for recreational shooters, corporate groups, and families seeking an introduction to clay pigeon shooting's challenges.
Shotgun Skills Diploma
Comprehensive certification program covering multiple shooting disciplines. Combines technical instruction with practical assessments. Develops proficiency in English Sporting, FITASC, and Olympic Trap formats. Requires completion of progressive skill modules under qualified instructor supervision.
Have A Go Sessions
30-minute condensed shooting experiences for first-time participants. Includes essential safety training, equipment provision, and guided practice. Designed to provide accessible, low-commitment exposure to clay pigeon shooting fundamentals in a controlled environment.
Gift Cards
Redeemable for shooting sessions, tuition packages, or equipment hire. Available in multiple denominations for flexible gifting. Valid for 12 months from purchase date, offering recipients the opportunity to experience professional clay pigeon shooting at their convenience.
People
Richard Halsall
Lead Instructor
CPSA-certified instructor with qualifications in shotgun skills, safety, and refereeing. Holds Associate of the Institute status with Clay Shooting Instructors. Developed teaching programs since 2019, combining adult education expertise with practical shooting experience.
Questions
What is clay pigeon shooting?
A shooting sport where participants fire at clay targets simulating live quarry. Uses shotguns to break flying targets in various trajectories and speeds.
Do I need experience to participate?
No prior experience required. Beginners receive comprehensive safety briefings and basic instruction before shooting sessions.
What should I wear for a shooting session?
Sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing recommended. Eye and ear protection provided. Avoid loose-fitting garments that could interfere with shotgun handling.
Are guns provided for participants?
Yes, appropriate shotguns and safety equipment are supplied. Instructors assist with weapon selection and handling during introductory sessions.
Can I book a session online?
Yes, online booking available through our website. Alternatively, contact us directly via phone for assistance with reservations and schedule inquiries.
What shooting disciplines do you offer?
We provide English Sporting, FITASC Sporting, Olympic Trap, and Skeet disciplines. Each offers different target presentations simulating various live quarry scenarios.
Reviews (5)
Oba Cribb
Jan 05, 2022
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This review is slightly late as we went a few months ago, but our experience with Richard at the time was amazing! Richard was very friendly, accommodating and helpful, and the activity itself was a lot of fun. We were in very good hands with Richard who had us in fits of laughter throughout and we will DEFINITELY be coming back for another session soon.
Debbie Pomphret
Nov 28, 2021
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My Instructor, Richard, great guy, very professional, put me at ease, very easy going, I had a great time, very enjoyable, was a very exciting experience for me. I now want to go back and progress. (Which I am going to do). Cheers Richard, see you soon hopefully.
Danielle Day
Oct 08, 2021
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AMAZING DAY!
Booked a 1hr Clay Pigeon session for 1 adult and 1 14year old who both totally loved it. Richard was amazing and very accommodating, ensuring to answer every single one of an excited 14year olds questions and explaining the process etc in great detail. Would definitely recommend the experience and think I now have two budding clay pigeon shooting enthusiasts on my hands, so I am sure we will be returning again soon!!
Booked a 1hr Clay Pigeon session for 1 adult and 1 14year old who both totally loved it. Richard was amazing and very accommodating, ensuring to answer every single one of an excited 14year olds questions and explaining the process etc in great detail. Would definitely recommend the experience and think I now have two budding clay pigeon shooting enthusiasts on my hands, so I am sure we will be returning again soon!!
Sam Cooke
Sep 28, 2021
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Richard, the sharpshooter! Richard took me out for 1.5 hours, for my first lesson. He acts professional and truthful. His experience is second to none, if you listen youll get the results you want. Ill be seeing him again for sure. Thoroughly recommended
Garreth Tuck
Sep 07, 2021
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I have been twice now after having an experience that was bought as a gift. He is now taking me through the training with the goal of getting my own gun and licence.
