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While sporting clays may appear fast-paced and unpredictable, strong fundamentals remain the foundation of consistent shooting. Among those fundamentals, proper stance and balance are often overlooked, yet they play a critical role in accuracy, control, and confidence on the course. At Jacksonville Clay Target Sports, shooters quickly learn that a solid stance sets the tone for every successful shot. A proper stance begins with balance. Shooters should feel stable, relaxed, and ready to move. Feet should be positioned slightly wider than shoulder-width, with weight evenly distributed and a slight forward lean. This athletic posture allows shooters to rotate smoothly, follow...

Jacksonville Clay Target Sports is proud to support women in the shooting sports through its Shooting Stars program, a welcoming initiative designed to help women of all experience levels build skills, confidence, and lasting connections on the range. As interest in women’s shooting continues to grow, the Shooting Stars play an important role in creating an encouraging and supportive environment at JCTS. For many women, stepping onto the range for the first time can feel intimidating. The Shooting Stars program helps remove that barrier by emphasizing education, encouragement, and a relaxed learning atmosphere. Whether participants are brand new to sporting...

A great day on the range starts with more than good weather and well-thrown targets. At Jacksonville Clay Target Sports, a strong culture of safety, respect, and sportsmanship ensures that every shooter, regardless of experience level, can enjoy their time on the course. Range etiquette plays a vital role in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment. Simple practices such as keeping actions open when not shooting, wearing eye and ear protection at all times, and being aware of surroundings help protect everyone on the range. These habits quickly become second nature and contribute to the professional atmosphere JCTS is known...

When people think about improving their sporting clays performance, they often focus on physical mechanics: stance, gun mount, swing, and timing. While these fundamentals are essential, the mental side of the sport plays an equally important role in long-term success. At Jacksonville Clay Target Sports, shooters quickly learn that confidence, focus, and mental discipline can make the difference between a frustrating round and a rewarding one. Every sporting clays station presents a unique challenge. Targets vary in speed, angle, distance, and trajectory, requiring shooters to assess the presentation quickly and commit to a plan. Overthinking or hesitating often leads to...

If you’re new to the world of shooting sports, sporting clays are a great place to start. Often described as “golf with a shotgun,” sporting clays offer a fun, challenging, and dynamic experience that appeals to shooters of all skill levels. Sporting clays are designed to simulate real hunting scenarios, with clay targets launched at different angles, speeds, and trajectories. Each station presents a unique challenge, keeping every round engaging and unpredictable. Unlike traditional trap or skeet, no two stations are exactly the same, which makes sporting clays both exciting and rewarding. For first-time visitors, Jacksonville Clay Target Sports offers...