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Try Shooting Program

Try Shooting at SSAA Brisbane

Discover Shooting in a Safe, Welcoming Environment

Curious about shooting but not sure where to start?

Our Try Shooting program is designed to give you a safe, structured, and enjoyable introduction to the sport—no firearms licence required. You’ll be guided step-by-step by experienced Range Officers, with all equipment, safety gear, and coaching provided.

Whether you're just looking for a new experience or considering getting licensed, Try Shooting is the perfect first step.

Participants can experience shooting in a fully supervised environment, with a strong focus on safety, education, and fun.

What is “Try Shooting”?

Try Shooting sessions allow beginners to:

  • Learn the fundamentals of safe firearm handling

  • Receive direct guidance from trained instructors

  • Shoot real firearms under strict supervision

  • Experience different shooting disciplines before committing

Everything is provided—firearms, ammunition, targets, and hearing protection—so you can focus entirely on the experience.

Ready to Get Started?

Choose your preferred experience and book online:


Try Rifle Shooting

Try Shotgun Shooting (COMING SOON)

Try Handgun Shooting

Want to know more?

Choose Your Experience

Try Rifle Shooting

   

Rifle shooting is the most common entry point into the sport and is ideal for first-time participants.

  • You can start with low-recoil rimfire rifles (.22LR) or light centrefire rifles (.223)

  • After you've tried the .223 you could progress to long range centrefire (6.5 Creedmoor) for more distance and impact

  • Shoot paper and steel targets from 50m up to long-range distances

This is a controlled, precision-focused discipline that builds confidence quickly.

Try Shotgun Shooting (Coming Soon)

Shotgun shooting is fast-paced and highly engaging.

  • Shoot moving clay targets (“clay pigeons”)

  • Ideal for those who enjoy reactive, instinctive shooting

  • Popular for groups and social experiences

Disciplines include trap and skeet shooting, offering a fun and dynamic challenge.

Try Handgun Shooting

 

Handgun shooting focuses on precision, technique, and control.

  • Shoot at fixed targets at shorter distances

  • Learn stance, grip, and trigger control

  • Experience the thrill and joy of practical shooting formats

This discipline is highly technical and rewarding to master.

Who Can Participate?

  • No firearms licence required

  • Minimum age typically 11 years (conditions apply)

  • Must be able to follow safety instructions in English

  • Photo ID required

All sessions are conducted under strict safety protocols with qualified supervision.

Why Start with Try Shooting?

  • ✔ No long-term commitment

  • ✔ Safe, beginner-friendly introduction

  • ✔ Try before applying for a licence

  • ✔ Learn what discipline suits you best

Many participants use Try Shooting as their first step toward joining the club, completing a safety course, and becoming licensed shooters.