Sturt Pistol & Shooting Club
Sturt Pistol & Shooting Club: ISSF, centrefire and black powder pistol on Majors Rd, O'Halloran Hill SA, in Glenthorne National Park. Wed and Sat.
About Sturt Pistol & Shooting Club
Sturt Pistol & Shooting Club shoots ISSF pistol, centrefire, black powder and service pistol, plus a set of rifle matches, on Majors Road, O'Halloran Hill, in Glenthorne National Park about 30 minutes south of Adelaide. Established in 1956, it is one of the oldest pistol clubs in South Australia and is a SARPA club.
Disciplines
- ISSF pistol: 50 m free pistol, 10 m air pistol, 25 m pistol, 25 m rapid fire and 25 m standard pistol
- 25 m centrefire pistol and service pistol (half course)
- Black powder pistol at 25 m and 50 m, and 50 m black powder rifle
- ISSF benchrest / 50 m rifle and centrefire rifle in pistol calibres
- Supported Rest Shooting, adopted in 2021 for older members, juniors and shooters with a disability
Facilities include 25 m and 50 m ranges, an indoor air pistol range, a licensed clubhouse and a BBQ area.
Shoot days
Competitions are held on Wednesday mornings from 10am and Saturdays from 12:30pm, with a BBQ from 3:30pm on Saturdays.
Joining
Drop by on an open day or arrange an introductory shoot with the club's instructors through the enquiry button on this page.
More: shooting clubs in South Australia, ISSF pistol, centrefire pistol and SARPA.
Nearby on Find Shooting Clubs: South Australian Pistol & Shooting Club Inc (about 14 km), Noarlunga City Pistol Club (about 16 km), Eastern Amateur Pistol Club Inc (about 17 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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