Sporting Shooters Pistol Club (Vic)
Sporting Shooters Pistol Club (Vic): IPSC, ISSF, air pistol and silhouette at SSAA Range Springvale, VIC. Monthly IPSC Super Sunday.
About Sporting Shooters Pistol Club (Vic)
Sporting Shooters Pistol Club (Vic), known as SSPC, is part of the Sporting Shooters Association of Australia and runs as a sub-club of SSAA Range Springvale at 714–716 Princes Highway, Springvale, opposite Sandown. It is a separate club from the Sporting Shooters Pistol Club in Canberra.
SSPC also uses the Eagle Park affiliate range at Little River, though the club is not always in attendance there.
Disciplines
- IPSC
- ISSF 25m Pistol
- 10m Air Pistol
- Metallic Silhouette
- Australian Police Service Match (APSM)
- Single Action / Cowboy Action
Shoot days
The club runs a monthly IPSC “Super Sunday” competition, with other events on its calendar. The Springvale range is open Monday to Wednesday 5–8pm, Thursday and Friday 4–8pm, and weekends 10am–2pm. Monday and Wednesday are practice nights and the quietest days for new shooters building attendance towards membership.
Joining
SSPC runs an Introduction to Handguns course, a Handgun Safety Awareness course, licence training and junior membership. Club handguns in .22LR and 9mm are available. The club is run by volunteers and asks that first enquiries come in writing — use the enquiry button on this page.
More Victorian clubs, IPSC, ISSF Pistol and SSAA Victoria clubs.
Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: Yarra Pistol Club (about 13 km), Frankston Australian Clay Target Club (about 15 km), MCC Clay Target Club (about 15 km).
Shooting Diciplines
Shoot and practice days
Photo gallery
Club information
For membership enquiries and training information, please contact the club.
Affiliations
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 I need to be a club member to own a firearm in Victoria?
Yes, in most cases, if your genuine reason is sport or target shooting, you must be a member of an approved shooting club before applying for a firearms licence in Victoria. Your club can provide documentation to support your application.
Read moreWhat shooting disciplines are available in Victoria?
Victorian shooting clubs support a wide range of disciplines including rifle (benchrest, fullbore, F-class), handgun (ISSF, IPSC), clay target, black powder, and field shooting. Many clubs are affiliated with SSAA, VAPA, TRA, and Pistol Australia.
Read moreCan I go shooting in Victoria without a licence?
Yes — several clubs in Victoria offer Come and Try days or supervised shooting sessions for people without a licence. These events are conducted under the supervision of qualified range officers and follow all state safety regulations.
Read moreWhat shooting clubs are near Melbourne or regional Victoria?
Victoria has a wide range of shooting clubs spread across both metropolitan Melbourne and regional areas. Whether you’re interested in pistol, rifle, shotgun, or field disciplines, you’ll find well-established clubs offering facilities, coaching, and competitions for beginners through to seasoned shooters.
Read moreHow do I get a firearms licence in Victoria?
In Victoria, you must be at least 18 years old (or 12–17 with a Minor’s Licence), complete an accredited firearms safety course, hold a genuine reason (such as sport, hunting, or primary production), be a fit and proper person, and apply online through the Victoria Police eServices portal. You’ll also need secure storage and may need to provide police checks.
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