Although shotgun Coaching has always been available, formal initial instruction and continuing education programmes have not been the norm; this has resulted in the majority of shooters being self-taught or taught by a friend, only seeking out a Coach when they have a major problem.

The CPSA (The Clay Pigeon Shooting Association) are now seeking to redress this problem through the introduction of an Academy Training Scheme.

The scheme is capable of progressing individuals from beginner through to advanced skills and discipline specialisation, to instructor and on to coaching at the highest level of international competition.

Experience indicates that a continuing education programme, backed by certificates of participation or achievement is the best approach to acheiving the above goals.

All of the Academy courses have been put together and are administerd by the CPSA, ensuring the Academy Programme is of the highest standard.

Here at the Bristol Clay Shooting School the programme is run by our highly qualified CPSA coach, Neil Padfield.

The CPSA Academy Shotgun Skills Course

Module 1 (Discover Clay Target Shooting) is designed to introduce individuals to the basics of clay target shooting, and to quickly progress those who are keen to acheive more. The module covers shotgun safety, shotgun handling and how to hit a target using the CPSA method.

On completion you will receive the CPSA Academy Discover Clay Target Shooting diploma. Your participation will also be recorded in your personal CPSA Academy Qualification Logbook.

Module 2 comprises a further 4 hours of instruction. At the end you will understand the importance of gun fit, know your own eye dominance and know how to shoot using the CPSA Method across a variety of targets. You will also havea good knowledge of safety issues.

On completion you will be awarded the CPSA Academy Shotgun Skills Diploma. Your Acheivement will be recorded in your qualification record logbook.

For further information please talk to Bristol Clay Shooting School's Senior CPSA coach, Neil Padfield.