Shooting & Training Bulletin Oct 2018
Competitions & Training
Looking back on Summer 2018
We have officially waved goodbye to summer, and with it the 149th Imperial Meeting which this year welcomed over 2000 individuals to Bisley. Plans are already underway for the 150th Imperial celebrations, to keep up to date please visit our website.
The Autumn shooting season is well under way, with competitions and training available both at Bisley and at other venues across the country.
European Long Range Championships
The final NRA Target Rifle event of the year – The European Long Range Target Rifle Championships – will take place on 13th and 14th October, encompassing both a three-stage team event and an individual shoot.
Trafalgar Meeting
Taking place on 20th – 21st October, this meeting offers the owners of Classic and Historic Firearms to not only compete with fellow enthusiasts, but also to share their knowledge and experiences, and in some cases to dress in attire similar to their firearms history.
If you are an NRA member and do not own a Classic or Historic firearm, fear not as there are suitable rifles in our armoury which you can hire to compete with.
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Autumn Action Weekend – 27th – 28th October
Bisley ranges will once again be in full swing for this weekend of shooting; predominantly consisting of Gallery Rifle and Pistol events, but also including Target Shotgun and 200 yard matches including the ever popular McQueen competition on Short Siberia and Mini McQueen on Time Limit.
This Meeting offers an enjoyable and competitive shooting atmosphere for entrants of all abilities, with discounts to encourage new shooters, Under 25s and those looking to shoot a large number of matches.
Bisley will also host the 11th round of the Handgun League on Sunday 28th, which concludes at Anglo Range – Shepton Mallet on the 8th and 9th December.
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Volunteer Range Crew
Our Meetings feature a support network of valued volunteers that offer their time to run ranges, compile stats, and welcome new and existing shooters to the ranges. We are always looking for new volunteers to join our Range crew team, if you are available to help for any amount of time for either the Trafalgar or Autumn Action Weekend, please follow the links to the sign up forms.
Gallery Rifle & Civilian Service Rifle Skills Courses
Providing fundamental skills for taking part in events or to further your club shooting experience, these courses are a great way to consolidate your knowledge and improve your technique.
Gallery Rifle Skills Course – Sunday 4th November
Civilian Service Rifle Skills Course – Saturday 24th November
Training
Throughout the year the NRA Training Department runs four main courses. Three of these courses are available regionally – listed below. For more details on the process of how to book a regional course please click here.
Club Instructor Course
This classroom-based two-day course is designed to provide selected experienced club members with the qualification that they need to be able to officially train new and existing shooters, within their own clubs, to the standards of safety and competence required by the NRA Safe Shooting System.
Click here to download the NRA Club Instructor (Bisley & Regional Course Booking Form)
Range Safety Officers’ Course (RSO)
The NRA RSO course is intended for club shooters of all levels of experience, who may not have had any formal training in the practical aspects of running ranges. The applicant must be a minimum of 18 years of age and must be a member of a Home Office approved club.
The primary aim of the RSO course is to enhance range safety for clubs by providing practical and relevant training and guidance. Successful candidates will be qualified as an NRA RSO, valid for six years from the date of issue.
Click here to download the NRA RSO booking form (Bisley & Regional Course Booking Form)
Range Conducting Officers’ Course (RCO)
The NRA RCO course is intended for suitable club members to gain the qualification necessary to allow them to sign for and run a Ministry of Defence (MoD) range. Candidates should be experienced shooters who have passed the Range Safety Officers’ (RSO) course, with experience of running ranges.
Click here to download the NRA RCO (Bisley & Regional Course Booking Form)
Probationary Training for new NRA members
These courses, run at Bisley, are officially open to any member of the target rifle shooting community, and include five separate Probationary Modules focusing on knowledge and safety taught in both theoretical and practical settings.
The modules must be taken independently and in order, and once completed will give you access to Full NRA Membership.
Apply to join as a Probationary Member – Click here to download a form
Other Training Courses
Alongside the 4 main courses we also run bespoke facilitated courses as well as support the skills development courses.
To book any of the above courses, or for further information on any Training matters, please either email NRA Training Division or phone us on 01483 797777 ext.149.
