Laser Clay Shooting

From skeet and sporting to down the line and double trap, clay pigeon shooting can take almost any form, but one discipline you’ve probably never heard of is laser clay pigeon shooting.

Even seasoned shooters are new to this futuristic take on smashing clays, but it’s already proving to be a huge hit with everybody that gives it a go. So, to make sure everybody’s up to speed and ready to join the fun we thought we’d look at what exactly laser clay pigeon shooting is.

First things first, how does it work? Well, for starters the shotguns used in laser clay pigeon shooting are deactivated 12-bore shotguns, which have been converted to fire invisible infrared light. Then there’s the clays, which have also been given a 21st century makeover and fitted with infra-red sensors that automatically detect when they’ve been hit. Every time you nail a clay a signal is sent back to the scoreboard, and as well as receiving a point or two you’ll also hear the distinctive sound of a clay smashing, your gun will also, via an LED on the top barrel, immediately inform you of hits and misses.

The next thing you probably want to know about laser clay pigeon shooting is how the clays are launched – and thankfully it’s a lot easier to explain than the infrared technology! Laser clays are launched in the same way as standard clays and the traps can be adjusted to create just as much variation. You can even increase the difficulty, so if an instructor thinks you’re finding things a little too easy don’t be surprised if they change things up and throw some trickier targets your way.

With the traps and technology covered, all that’s left to explain is how you blast your way to the title of top shot – and there’s nothing quite as competitive as laser clay pigeon shooting! Up to five shooters can take aim at a single clay and although it’s not a race to squeeze the trigger and smash the clay first, getting in early piles the pressure on your opponent’s big time. To make the action even more exciting you’ll also hear the unmistakable sound of shotguns firing, and the shooter that hits the most clays is declared Hot Shot of the day, simple!

Now you know everything there is to know about laser clay pigeon shooting you’re probably itching to give it a go, and the good news is Yes we can help 5 and 10 Gun systems are available via ourselves just drop Mark a line on mark@shooting4fun.co.uk This one-of-a-kind activity is perfect for Weddings, Corporate Team Building Days, Stag & Hen parties, so why not find out first hand why shooters can’t get enough of laser clay pigeon shooting!

We offer Laser Clay Shooting in Worcestershire at our Oaklands outdoor shooting activity centre in Hanbury.

But if you prefer, we can come to you. Laser Clay Shooting can go where real shotguns can’t. We only require a grassed area of 50 metres x 25 metres and preferably North Facing.

If the weather is poor on the day, a mini marquee is erected.

Laser Clay Shooting is a great group shooting activity – ideal for team building and corporate events as well as a great way to spend an afternoon with your mates.

Real Clay Shooting

Clay shooting is the popular and growing sport of shooting flying clay targets with a shotgun.

It's safe, exciting, challenging and fun. Hitting the target requires skill, timing and hand-eye coordination, but there's nothing quite like that feeling when you pull the trigger and see the target explode into a million pieces!

You can enjoy clay shooting at any level, from local club shoots all the way through to national and international competitions and the Olympics.

Clay shooting is a great leveller - it's a sport that can be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age and physical ability. Men, women, and youngsters compete together on equal terms.

That makes it ideal as a family activity. Parents and youngsters can go shooting together, spending time outdoors, enjoying a shared challenge and bit of friendly banter.

You'll find that clay shooting is a friendly and welcoming sport. Beginners are welcomed at shooting clubs up and down the country and you'll get plenty of friendly advice and encouragement from the regulars.

There's no elitism in clay shooting, we're all in it together and newcomers are welcome. You could find yourself shooting alongside a complete beginner or an Olympic champion.

Is clay shooting the sport for you? There's only one way to find out - give it a go! We're with you all the way. Click here to find out more.