Trap Lessons

Trap Lessons

Our Club is dedicated to encouraging participation in the sport of Trapshooting.  Our experienced instructors provide instruction for every skill level.  Whether you have never fired a shotgun or are an experienced shooter, we’re ready to work with you.
 
Please come in to schedule, or send inquiries to lessons@WestChesterGunClub.com.

Trap Lessons: Details

  • For new shooters: We start with fundamental safe gun handling and build your skill as you break your first clay target.
  • For experienced shooters: Returning participants find instruction beneficial to sharpen their skills or enter competitive shooting events.
  • Lesson Format & Content:
    • Each lesson begins with classroom instruction covering safety, shotgun basics, trap etiquette, and club rules.
    • You’ll then shoot two supervised rounds of trap (16-yard singles) with an instructor, offering tips and guidance, shot by shot.
  • Class Size & Schedule:
    • Maximum 5 students per lesson.
    • Lessons are offered monthly on select Saturdays.
    • Lessons begin at 9:00 a.m. and conclude by 12:00 p.m.  Please arrive by 8:45 a.m. to check in.
  • Equipment:
    • We provide 50 clay targets, 2 boxes of 12-gauge ammunition, foam ear plugs, and shell pouches.
    • A Browning BT-99 shotgun is available if you don’t have your own.
    • Please bring your own eye protection (regular eyeglasses are acceptable).
    • You’re welcome to bring your own shotgun if it’s suitable for sporting use (barrel ≥ 28″, with a bead sight).

Payment & Registration

  • The full $150 lesson fee is due at registration.
  • The fee includes instruction, range use, and equipment.
  • All registrations are final and non-refundable.
  • Reschedules are subject to a $50 fee.
  • Weather-related cancellations (at the club’s discretion) are rescheduled at no charge.
  • Register in person at the Club
    • Sunday 10am – 3pm
    • Tuesday 3pm – 7pm
  • Classes fill quickly, register now to secure your spot

Basic Curriculum

  • Safe Gun Handling
  • Field Etiquette
  • Patterning Concepts
  • Effective Stance
  • Mounting the Gun
  • Target Strategy
  • How to Have Fun while breaking targets!!!
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