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Jacksonville Clay Target Sports is dedicated to fostering a love for shooting sports in the next generation. Our youth programs are designed to build skills, promote teamwork, and foster self-confidence—all while ensuring a safe, respectful, and enjoyable experience for participants. With programs tailored to various age groups and skill levels, JCTS offers young shooters the opportunity to learn, grow, and connect in a supportive environment. Our youth programs cater to beginners looking to learn the basics as well as advanced young shooters aiming to compete at higher levels. The programs start with essential lessons on safety, equipment handling, and shooting...

At Jacksonville Clay Target Sports, we pride ourselves on being more than just a premier shooting facility—we’re a nonprofit organization dedicated to reinvesting in our members, guests, and the shooting sports community. This commitment shapes everything we do, from upgrades to our courses to the quality of experiences we offer. What makes JCTS unique is that every dollar of positive cash flow goes right back into improving our facilities. Unlike for-profit organizations, we don’t have stockholders or individuals pocketing profits. Instead, we use these funds to enhance your shooting experience. The better we do, the more we can give back...

If you haven’t visited the South Course at Jacksonville Clay Target Sports recently, it’s time to rediscover everything it has to offer. Once known for its intimidating difficulty, the South Course has undergone significant improvements, making it a top-tier option for shooters of all skill levels. In January 2024, we made an exciting upgrade by adding a second set of machines to the South Course. This means you’ll now find two pairs of machines with varying difficulty levels: Machines A & B match the approachable challenge of the M.C. Bass Electrical Course, while Machines C & D provide a more...

The Jacksonville University (JU) Shooting Team has become a proud part of Jacksonville Clay Target Sports (JCTS), showcasing precision, skill, and sportsmanship. Through a supportive partnership, JCTS provides JU’s competitive shooting team with access to top-quality facilities. This collaboration has allowed the team to train and compete at a high level, earning national recognition for its dedication to shooting sports and commitment to excellence. The JU Shooting team was founded in 2009 and became an official varsity sport at Jacksonville University in 2011. Since then, the team has achieved incredible milestones, including winning 35 national championship event titles. Competing as...

Jacksonville Clay Target Sports is more than just a shooting range; it's a community. And nothing brings our members together quite like our Wednesday Night Steak Dinners, a beloved tradition that pairs the excitement of clay shooting with great food and even better company. Whether you’re a longtime club member or a newcomer, these evenings offer a taste of the Jacksonville Clay Target Sports experience in every way. The Wednesday Night Steak Dinners started years ago as a simple get-together for a few dedicated members. Over time, it evolved into a beloved weekly gathering open to all members and guests....