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For many people, clay target shooting is something they have always wanted to try but may not know where to start. At Jacksonville Clay Target Sports, beginners are welcomed and encouraged to experience the sport in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment. Clay target shooting involves using a shotgun to hit clay discs that are launched into the air to simulate the flight path of birds. While the sport requires focus and coordination, many first-time shooters are surprised at how quickly they begin to understand the fundamentals. With the right instruction and practice, it can be both accessible and incredibly...

Jacksonville Clay Target Sports is known for its excellent facilities and opportunities for clay target shooting, but what truly sets the club apart is the strong sense of community it has built over the years. For many members and visitors, JCTS is more than just a place to shoot. It’s a place where members and guests can connect, enjoy the sport, and spend time with others who share the same interest. From experienced competitors to first-time shooters, JCTS welcomes individuals of all skill levels. The club provides a relaxed and supportive environment where newcomers can learn the sport while experienced...

At Jacksonville Clay Target Sports, supporting the next generation of shooters is an important part of the club’s mission. The club is committed to creating opportunities for young athletes to learn the fundamentals of clay target shooting in a safe, structured, and encouraging environment. Through youth-focused initiatives, students are able to develop valuable skills such as discipline, focus, responsibility, and teamwork while gaining experience on the range. One of the ways JCTS accomplishes this is by supporting and hosting the Jax Clay Target Busters, a youth team that provides young athletes with opportunities to learn and compete in clay target...

Jacksonville Clay Target Sports offers a variety of shooting disciplines designed to accommodate different interests, experience levels, and shooting styles. Whether you are new to the sport or have been shooting for years, the range of options at JCTS allows shooters to challenge themselves, build skills, and enjoy time on the course in different ways. One of the most popular disciplines at JCTS is sporting clays. Often described as “golf with a shotgun,” sporting clays feature a series of stations set throughout a course, each presenting unique target trajectories meant to simulate real-world hunting scenarios. This variety keeps each round...

At Jacksonville Clay Target Sports, Wednesday evenings have become a reliable part of the weekly routine thanks to the long-running Wednesday Night Steak Dinner. What started as a simple gathering has grown into a consistent tradition that brings members and guests together in a relaxed, familiar setting. Over time, the Wednesday dinner has become one of the most well-attended nights at the club. It offers an opportunity to step away from the range, sit down for a good meal, and catch up with others who share an interest in the sport. Longtime members, newer shooters, and first-time visitors all come...