Interested in the Gladstone Clay Target Club?
Contact
Elliott Gibb (President)
What's going on
This is what we do at the Gladstone Clay Target Club:
Competition Days
2nd Sunday of each month (Trap)
4th Sunday of each month (Skeet/Tower)
Practice Days
These practice days will be for ACTA and Gladstone Members only.
2nd & 4th Thursday each month – 3.30pm-6.30pm
Come & Try
2nd Sunday of each month (Trap)
4th Sunday of each month (Skeet/Tower)
Firearm Safety Courses
Stay tuned to our Social Media for updates on Firearm Safety Course Dates
Corporate Events
We offer the ability to host fully flexible corporate events. Reach out to us via the Contact Us form for more information.
Upcoming Events
4 events found.
Events
Gladstone Clay Target Club Monthly DTL Competition
Gladstone Clay Target Club 1 Boys Road, South Trees,, Gladstone, QLD, AustraliaGladstone Clay Target Club Monthly Skeet & Tower Competition
Gladstone Clay Target Club 1 Boys Road, South Trees,, Gladstone, QLD, AustraliaGladstone Clay Target Club Presidents & Patrons Cup
Disciplines
American Skeet
American Skeet is a popular clay target shooting discipline where shooters aim to break clay targets launched from two machines—one from high and one from low positions—across a semi-circular shooting layout.
Ball Trap
Ball Trap is a fast, exciting variant of Trap shooting using a single trap throwing targets at wider angles and longer distances.
Down-the-Line Trap
A beginner-friendly clay shooting discipline where targets are launched away from the shooter in a predictable pattern.
Olympic Skeet (ISSF)
An Olympic discipline where shooters target clay discs launched from high and low machines in random order. The sport tests both speed and precision, making it a fast-paced challenge in international shooting competitions.
Tower
Tower is a specific discipline of clay target shooting where clays are launched from a high tower, typically around 10 to 15 metres tall, presenting a consistent but vertically challenging target flight. It’s officially recognised in some shooting organisations, especially in Australia, as a fun and competitive variation of trap shooting.
Want to join?
Queensland has a proud history of success in clay target shooting at national and international levels. Through our state team selection processes, we identify and support Queensland's top shooters to represent our state at National Championships and other prestigious events.
About us
Situated in the vibrant region of Central Queensland, Gladstone Clay Target Club is proud to offer a welcoming environment for clay target shooters of all backgrounds and experience levels. Our club hosts regular practice days, competitions, and social events across a variety of shotgun disciplines, including Trap, Skeet, and Sporting Clays.
Our club is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable atmosphere where new shooters can learn and experienced competitors can hone their skills. Supported by a passionate local community, our club offers excellent facilities, expert guidance for newcomers, and a strong calendar of events throughout the year.
Whether you are looking to try clay target shooting for the first time, sharpen your competitive edge, or simply enjoy a day out with like-minded people, Gladstone Clay Target Club welcomes you to get involved. Come along and experience the sport, the challenge, and the camaraderie.
Find us
Street Address
2 Boys Road, South Trees, Queensland, 4680, Australia
Postal Address
PO Box 907, Gladstone, Queensland, 4680, Australia
Opening hours
-
MondayClosed
-
TuesdayClosed
-
WednesdayClosed
-
ThursdayClosed
-
FridayClosed
-
SaturdayClosed
-
SundayClosed
Come & Try
We'd love to see you at our club! Fill in the form to let us know how we can help you get started.
Thanks to our sponsors
FAQs
-
We offer based Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for us by first time shooters at our club. At a minimum the requirements are as follows:
* Enclosed Footwear.
* Hearing Protection (plugs or muffs)
* Safety EyewearAll other equipment can be supplied for use to a novice shooter under instruction.
-
There is no doubt, Clay Target Shooting can be an expensive sport when compared to Golf. Have a chat with our team who can steer you in the right direction.
-
In most instances, we recommend 12 Gauge.
There are some circumstances where a 20 Gauge may be better suited.
This will be something that you can work through with personalised advice.
-
Our club makes 12 Gauge #7.5 (Trap/DTL) and 12 Gauge #9 (Skeet) available to our members to purchase.
-
Trap is a great starting point for Clay Target Shooting. Consisting of outgoing targets.
Skeet adds a layer of complexity. Skeet will teach you how to shoot crossing and incoming targets.
-
A whole lot of fun. Our competitions aren’t nail biting, they’re designed for you to push yourself in a friendly, stress free environment.
-
In Queensland, the Queensland Clay Target Association (QCTA) which is governed by the Australian Clay Target Association (ACTA) at a National level.
-
We offer practice to our members at regular intervals. Improvement is up to you.
Over the years, we have seen people make AA Grade in Trap/DTL within months of taking up the sport and we have seen people that never reach this milestone despite years of practicing and competing.
There is no right answer here, but many competitors will tell you that they practice at every opportunity they can get.