Adelaide Universities Regiment Rifle and Pistol Club
Adelaide Universities Regiment Rifle and Pistol Club: pistol, rifle and clay target shooting at Lower Hermitage, Adelaide Hills SA.
About Adelaide Universities Regiment Rifle and Pistol Club
AURRPC shoots at 1 Range Road North, Lower Hermitage, in the Adelaide Hills. The club runs 13 disciplines across 14 ranges and has recently opened a clay target shotgun range. It is affiliated with SARPA, the Australian Army Sports Pistol Association, the ADF Clay Target Association and IPSC South Australia.
Disciplines
ISSF pistol (.22 and centrefire), service pistol, air pistol, IPSC handgun and IPSC shotgun, steel action, single six, black powder, metallic silhouette (a 20-target course from chickens at 25 m to rams at 100 m), rifle including bench rest, and clay target. Collectors shoot on some fifth Saturdays.
Shoot days
- 1st Saturday: shotgun clay 9am, service pistol 11:30am, metallic silhouette 12:30pm. 1st Thursday: steel action 9:30am.
- 2nd Saturday: steel action 9am, service pistol (25 yd) 11:30am, single six and shotgun static 1:30pm. 2nd Thursday: service pistol 10am.
- 3rd Saturday: air pistol 12 noon, IPSC 12:30pm. 3rd Thursday: ISSF centrefire 10am.
- 4th Saturday: ISSF .22 10:30am, rifle 12 noon, black powder 1:30pm. 4th Thursday: ISSF .22 10am.
Joining
Make contact with the membership secretary through the enquiry button on this page, then come to a monthly committee meeting (2nd Wednesday, 7:30pm) to introduce yourself. Membership then proceeds subject to licensing, reference checks and training. The club says a firearms licence typically takes four to six months.
More clubs in South Australia, and more on pistol shooting, ISSF pistol, service pistol and SARPA clubs.
Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Elizabeth Pistol & Shooting Club Inc (about 10 km), Eastern Amateur Pistol Club Inc (about 17 km) and South Australian Gun Club (about 18 km).
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Frequently asked questions
Got questions about shooting clubs, safety, or getting started? We’ve answered the most common queries to help you find the right club and feel confident getting involved.
Do South Australian clubs offer junior shooting programs?
Yes — several SA clubs offer junior shooting programs with trained instructors and safety-first environments. These programs are often supported by local associations and are a great entry point for younger shooters.
Read moreWhat disciplines are offered by South Australian shooting clubs?
SA clubs offer a variety of shooting styles including pistol, smallbore and fullbore rifle, shotgun (trap, skeet), and metallic silhouette. You’ll find clubs affiliated with groups like SAPAA, SSAA SA, PA, and TRA across the state.
Read moreCan I try shooting in South Australia before getting a licence?
Yes, many clubs in SA offer try shooting sessions or open days where unlicensed visitors can participate under strict supervision. These are a great way to experience shooting sports and learn about firearm safety in a controlled environment.
Read moreAre there any shooting clubs in Adelaide or regional SA?
Yes — South Australia has shooting clubs across Adelaide, Mount Gambier, Port Augusta, the Barossa, and more. Our directory makes it easy to search by region or discipline to find the right club near you.
Read moreHow do I apply for a firearms licence in South Australia?
In South Australia, you apply for a firearms licence through SAPOL (South Australia Police). You must complete an accredited firearm safety training course, provide a genuine reason for owning a firearm (like target shooting), and be over 18. Sport/target shooters also need to join a recognised shooting club before applying.
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