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Practical shooting including NRA target SHOTGUN, IPSC SHOTGUN, MINI RIFLE & LPB

We offer a range of dynamic and competitive shooting disciplines at HPRPC, including:

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  • Target Shotgun at Bisley (Slug – FAC required)

  • IPSC / Practical Shotgun

  • Mini Rifle (.22LR)

  • LPB (Long Barrel Pistol)
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All dates are advertised to members via internal communication (WhatsApp)

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TARGET SHOTGUN

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Target Shotgun (TS) includes competitive shotgun shooting disciplines excluding clay shooting.

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Slug (FAC Required) – Bisley

We shoot solid slug (single projectile) events at Bisley under NRA rules. These competitions are similar in format to Gallery Rifle matches and are fired at paper targets.

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Events include:

  • Gallery-style slug matches

  • Long-range slug shooting at 50 yards

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Requirements:

  • Section 1 shotgun

  • Slugs authorised on FAC

  • NRA SCC

NRA practical shotgun is very similar to IPSC shotgun and there is an NRA targets hotgun course for members. 

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IPSC/PRACTICAL SHOTGUN

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IPSC Shotgun is the fastest-growing dynamic discipline where competitors face different courses of fire at each match.

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Each stage challenges:

  • Speed

  • Accuracy

  • Movement

  • Shotgun handling skills

  • Decision making

  • Stage planning and strategy
     

Competitors shoot against the clock under supervision of a Range Officer using an electronic timer. The fastest shooter with the fewest penalties wins.

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Stages may include:

  • Paper and reactive steel targets

  • Moving targets (where facilities allow)

  • 1–30 targets per stage

  • Distances from 5–100 metres 
     

Cartridge restriction: Fibre wad only, up to and including size 7.5.

Cost: £12 (includes 1 box of cartridges)
Section 1 and Section 2 divisions may be advertised separately.

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INTRODUCTION TO TARGET SHOTGUN SAFETY COURSE

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Purpose:
Enables sign-off and SCC qualification required to participate in club shotgun events at Bisley and competitions.

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Suitable for:

  • Shooters new to Target Shotgun

  • Not suitable for new probationers unless active members of other clubs

Club Section 2 guns will be used unless attendees own a Section 1 shotgun.

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Course format:

  • 1–1.5 hours classroom session

  • Extensive range time

  • Covers slug and practical shooting formats

  • Written assessment at end of day
     

Cancellation policy:
Cancellations within 14days require full payment unless your place can be filled from the waitlist.

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PRACTICAL SHOOTING MASTERCLASSES 

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Delivered by GB champions at HPRPC or our affiliated club Sterling Sport Club Hampshire, Purpose:

  • Identify areas for improvement

  • Develop tailored drills

  • Introduce measurable performance metrics

Suitable for: Advanced practical shooters 

Cancellation policy applies (14-day rule).

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MINI RIFLE (.22LR)

Mini Rifle is a dynamic shooting discipline using .22 rimfire rifles.

Scoring is based on:

  • Accuracy (target hits)

  • Time to complete the stage

No two matches are the same. Courses of fire vary by event and venue.

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Stages may include:

  • Static and reactive targets

  • Moving targets (where facilities allow)

  • 1–30 targets

  • 5–100 metres
     

Highest two hits per target are normally scored.

Practice / Matches (HPRPC Members Only)

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Purpose:

  • Familiarisation with discipline

  • Speed loading practice

  • Safety sign-off progression
     

Attendance supports practical Mini Rifle sign-off.

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Requirements:

  • Signed off for Gallery .22 and .38

  • (Optional) UKPSA safety course 

  • For competitions: HPRPC sign-off OR valid NRA / UKPSA / IPSC certificate

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Cost: £12 (includes 50 rounds of .22 and targets)

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NATIONAL MINI RIFLE COMPETITIONS (NRA or UKPSA level 2)

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HPRPC is part of the NRA Mini Rifle League and hosts competitions open to shooters nationwide.

We also host UKPSA level 2 competitions.

 

Requirements:

  • NRA / UKPSA / IPSC certificate / SCC

  • HPRPC SCC for Mini Rifle and Gallery

Club guns available for hire, though owning your own is recommended.

Ammunition available for purchase on the day.
Cost: TBC

Cancellation policy applies (14-day rule).

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LPB (LONG BARREL PISTOL)

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LPB events provide members with the opportunity to participate in practical-style pistol shooting within UK legal requirements.

Courses of fire may include:

  • Static and dynamic stages

  • Paper and steel targets

  • Timed stages

  • Movement where range design permits

Requirements:

  • Appropriate club sign-off

  • NRA / HPRPC SCC or UKPSA/IPSC certificate (as applicable)

  • Own compliant LPB firearm

Details of calibres and course formats will be advertised in advance.

Cost: £12 per practice (ammunition not included unless stated)

 

UKPSA PRACTICAL SAFETY COURSE (LONG GUN & SHOTGUN)

We offer the official UKPSA Practical Safety Course for members wishing to compete in practical shooting disciplines.

This course is suitable for shooters looking to compete in:

  • IPSC Shotgun

  • Practical Mini rifle 

  • IPSC Rifle 

  • For shortgun LBP, LBR or Action Air

Certification enables participation in UKPSA-sanctioned matches and is recognised as an equivalent SCC where applicable.

Requirements:

  • HPRPC membership

  • Appropriate firearm certification and prior competency for LBP/LBR

  • Existing club sign-off required depending on discipline

Successful candidates will receive UKPSA certification.

Cost: TBC

Cancellation policy: Cancellations within 14 days of the course date require full payment unless your place can be filled from the waitlist.

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GENERAL NOTES

  • Weather-appropriate clothing must be worn — events take place outdoors.

  • Approved targets only will be used.

  • All stages are designed to comply with HPRPC range limitations.

  • A waitlist is maintained for all courses and masterclasses.

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