Gold Coast Clay Target Club
Gold Coast Clay Target Club, Woongoolba QLD: DTL, skeet, Olympic and universal trench and sporting clays. Saturday afternoon practice and come-and-try.
About Gold Coast Clay Target Club
Gold Coast Clay Target Club shoots at 81 Gross Road, Woongoolba, between Brisbane and Surfers Paradise. It is affiliated with the Australian Clay Target Association and Sporting Clays Australia. The ground has five DTL layouts, three skeet layouts, two sporting fields and a 15-trap trench layout installed in 2018.
The club held its first competition, as the South Coast Gun Club, at Southport Racecourse on 12 May 1951. It hosted the National Trap Championships in 1957, 1960 and 1963. Its first shoot at Gross Road was in November 1990, and it took back the Gold Coast Clay Target Club name in 1995.
Shoot days
The club's published programme sets a monthly pattern: sporting usually on the first Sunday, trap/DTL on the second Sunday, Olympic trap and skeet on the third Sunday, universal trench on the fourth Saturday from 11:30am, and night trap on the first Wednesday at 7pm. That programme is dated 2023/24, so check the club calendar on its website before travelling.
Practice and come-and-try run on Saturdays from 1pm to 4pm (5-stand sporting, trap and skeet). Come-and-try includes a safety briefing, club gun, ammunition and eye and ear protection. Olympic trap practice is on Saturday mornings by arrangement, and there are members-only practice sessions on Thursday and Friday mornings.
Joining
Juniors from 11 can shoot under supervision once they have done a Firearms Safety Course and joined ACTA and the club. Group and corporate sessions run for 1.5 to 2 hours with coaching. Details are on the club's website.
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Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Southport Indoor Pistol Club (SIPC) (about 24 km), Gold Coast Pistol Club (about 26 km), Hillcrest Indoor Pistol Club (about 32 km).
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Frequently asked questions
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What safety training is required for a QLD firearms licence?
To obtain a QLD firearms licence, you must complete an accredited safety training course, usually provided by a registered firearms trainer or shooting club. This includes both theory and practical assessments and must be submitted with your licence application.
Read moreWhere can I find shooting clubs in Brisbane and regional QLD?
There are numerous clubs throughout Queensland, including in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Townsville, Toowoomba, and Cairns. Each club may focus on specific shooting styles or events, so it’s best to contact them directly to learn about their offerings.
Read moreWhat is a Minor’s Licence and who needs one in QLD?
In Queensland, shooters aged 11 to 17 can apply for a Minor’s Licence, which allows them to use firearms under supervision at an approved club. It’s a requirement for juniors who wish to compete or train regularly in the sport.
Read moreDo I need a licence to shoot at a club in QLD?
No — you can participate in supervised shooting sessions as a visitor without a licence. These sessions must be run by a club that’s authorised by Weapons Licensing QLD and are typically limited to a set number of visits before you must apply for a licence.
Read moreHow do I get started with shooting sports in Queensland?
Most QLD clubs offer introductory programs for beginners. You can attend a Try Shooting Day or safety induction session before applying for membership. It’s a great way to explore different disciplines like rifle, pistol, or shotgun before committing to a licence.
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