Majura Pistol Club
Master the Art of Pistol Shooting
Our club offers regular opportunities to participate in different matches and events throughout the year, covering a wide range of shooting styles and calibres. We also occasionally host additional activities and competitions, giving members the chance to try something new and further develop their skills.
The club is equipped with well-maintained ranges and facilities that allow for both precision target shooting and practical-style matches. Safety, sportsmanship, and enjoyment are at the core of everything we do, and we take pride in offering a community where members can learn, train, and improve in a supportive atmosphere.
Majura Pistol Club is affiliated with SSAA ACT and can accept NSW and ACT residents as members.
Where to find us - You’ll find Majura Pistol Club within the SSAA ACT Range Complex at 50 Hector McIntosh Grove, Majura, ACT. More details further in the website (menu item).
Our Shooting Disciplines
Field Pistol
Field Pistol is a silhouette shooting discipline where competitors use handguns to knock down steel animal targets set out at distances up to 100 meters. The targets—chickens, pigs, turkeys, and rams—must be hit solidly to fall, so every shot counts. With small pistols and long distances, the event demands careful aim, steady technique, and the ability to read conditions like wind and light. It’s a challenging but rewarding test of long-range pistol accuracy.
Target Pistol
Target Pistol is a precision shooting sport where competitors use specially designed pistols to fire at paper targets set at fixed distances of 25 and 50 meters. The focus is on accuracy and consistency rather than speed, with each shot carefully aimed and controlled. Competitors stand unsupported, using only one hand to hold the pistol, which makes balance, breathing, and trigger control especially important. Target Pistol has many different events and can be shot with rimfire and centrefire firearms It’s a test of concentration and fine motor skill, often described as a mental sport as much as a physical one.
MPC Short Barrel Match
The Short Barrel Match is a precision and timed shooting event that developed from police training programs. Competitors use a centrefire pistol to fire at paper targets placed at distances from 7 to 25 yards. The match includes shooting at multiple targets in various positions, so shooters need to combine accuracy with the ability to perform under time pressure. It’s a great way to build solid fundamentals while also learning how to stay calm and consistent when the clock is ticking.
Australian Police Services Match
The APS Match, short for Australian Police Services Match, comprises many different pistol matches based on police training drills. Shooters will engage targets at different distances and time limits. The challenge comes from balancing accuracy with efficient gun handling and decision-making under pressure. It’s fast-paced and exciting, while keeping safety and precision at the core.
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Getting Started
A simple guide for new shooters in NSW & ACT
So, you’re interested in pistol shooting? Fantastic!
Getting your Category H Pistol Licence takes commitment, but Majura Pistol Club can guide you through every step. Here’s what to expect:
Step 1: Come and meet us
· Get in touch with us by using the "Contact Us" form on the home page to arrange a visit. The form link is on the home page.
· Come out to the range, meet our members, and see how the club operates.
· This is the perfect chance to ask questions and get a feel for the sport.
Step 2: Join Majura Pistol Club
· Once you join Majura Pistol Club. you’ll start as a probationary member. We can accept NSW or ACT residents.
Step 3: Probationary Period (Six Months)
During this time, you’ll train under supervision using club supplied firearms and ammunition, to:
· Learn the essentials of safety, handling, and range rules.
· Build solid shooting basics: stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control.
· Understand the laws around safe storage and transport.· Practice correct range commands and procedures.
· Try different pistol disciplines to broaden your skills.
· Show that you can always handle a pistol responsibly.
Probation sessions are usually held twice per month. Remember that regular attendance shows your commitment and keeps you progressing!
Step 4: Apply for Your Full Licence
· Once probation is complete and requirements are met, your club will support your application.
· You’ll be ready for your full Category H Pistol Licence!
Step 5: Stay Active
· Even with a full licence, you must keep attending a set number of shoots each year. This keeps your licence valid and your skills sharp.
· Shooters are required to complete four to six club matches every 12 months, depending on the number of different categories of firearms you own,
Safety and commitment come first. With the right training and practice, you’ll soon be part of a welcoming community of shooters who value precision, discipline, and responsibility.
When travelling north along the Majura Parkway, before getting to the Federal Highway overpass, use the right-hand lane to do a u-turn back onto the southbound lanes of Majura Parkway. Take the first left onto Hector McIntosh Grove. Continue along Hector McIntosh, go over the bridge and veer left. The main entrance gate is approximately 220m on the right. Continue past the main entrance to get to Majura Pistol Club (will be the third gate after the main entrance)
Directions from Gungahlin along Majura Parkway
Travel along Majura Parkway towards the airport. After the Federal Highway bridge, turn left onto Hector McIntosh Grove. Go over the bridge and veer left. The main entrance gate is approximately 220m on the right. Continue past the main entrance to get to Majura Pistol Club (will be the third gate after the main entrance)
Directions from Federal Highway from the North
Take the exist towards Canberra Airport and continue past the rest area. Keep left onto Majura Parkway. Turn left onto Hector McIntosh Grove. Go over the bridge and veer left. The main entrance gate is approximately 220m on the right. Continue past the main entrance to get to Majura Pistol Club (will be the third gate after the main entrance).
Click the link below for Google Map directions. This will take you from the Monaro Highway turnoff to the club.