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Why join a club?
If you wish to own a firearm for the purpose of target shooting then you must be a member of a Home Office Approved Club.
DRPC 1999 has a facility that offers a safe friendly environment for those who wish to take part in target shooting, many people think of target shooting as a strict discipline that requires huge amounts of concentration and practice, well yes some aspects do but on the whole it is a relaxed friendly affair and the many different types and styles of shooting offer something for everyone.
Do I need my own firearm to join?
In short, the answer is no, DRPC 1999 has a selection of club firearms for probationary members to use, these are available at the club sessions. you will be shown how to operate them safely and you will always be under the supervision of a range officer. FAC holders may use their own firearms provided they fall within the criteria of the range certificate
What is probationary membership?
Probationary membership is a period of learning for both the shooter and the club, it allows us to supervise and observe you under controlled conditions, all novice shooters will be coached in the safe use of firearms and range conduct. During this period, you will be restricted to club sessions and only be able to shoot from the indoor firing points on the A range. There is an exception, you may take part in club competitions on the other ranges where you will be under the supervision of an appointed range officer. During your probationary period you are expected to complete and pass all the Training Modules we require.
The probationary membership periods are 3 months with a minimum of 8 visits for current FAC holders and 6 months with a minimum of 15 visits for non FAC holders
What are the Training Modules for Probationers?
You will be required to attend and pass these Modules
- Induction Session. Club Rules. Attendance requirements. Firing point safety procedures. Range commands. Opportunity to shoot.
- Principles of Marksmanship (NRA). Understanding FAC/Legal requirements
- Gallery Rifle. Use of .38 and .22 rifles. Shooting on turning targets.
- Centrefire. Use of Full-Bore firearms at 50m.
- Final test: Demonstrate competency on firing point and understanding of range safety procedures.
What are the age limits?
A minimum age limit of 14 applies at DRPC 1999, to attend the club at this age you must be accompanied by a parent or appointed adult at all times until you are 18, although you can become a full member at this age you are not able to shoot unsupervised on any range until you reach the age of 18. There is no upper age limit to membership.
Safeguarding
As a club who actively encourage Junior membership we have in place a Welfare Policy and have a designated Safeguarding Officers. Copies of our safeguarding policy are available on the website.
What happens at the end of the probationary period?
As your probationary period nears its end you will take a Range Conducting Officers’ safety course and then apply for full membership.
What’s expected of club members?
The only condition we attach to membership is that you must run 2 club sessions per year as a range officer (18 years old and above), this allows others to shoot under supervision as you did in your probationary period.
The club usually has 2 work parties per year to help keep the range in good order as a member you are asked to attend these to help out but it is not mandatory.
The main criteria for members is that they always conduct themselves properly and safely.
What are the benefits of membership?
Obviously the main benefit is that you will have somewhere safe and properly equipped to shoot but also upon gaining full membership you will have the chance to pay a deposit on a set of keys to the range which will allow you to shoot 364 days a year.
DRPC 1999 will help any new members with FAC applications and equipment requirements.
The club has a very strong competition ethos with many highly experienced and successful shooters and they will gladly coach any new member who wants to take part in Gallery Rifle, F Class, Mini-Rifle, CSR or Sporting Rifle events.
Once you become a full member of DRPC 1999 you will be able to obtain an NRA Shooter Certification Card (SCC card). This allows you to use classes of firearms DRPC 1999 have assessed you on for safety and competence at other ranges such as the National Shooting Centre Bisley.
How much does it cost?
There is a onetime joining fee of £100.00 and the annual subscription rate for 2026 is £220.00, It is less however for junior members, there are no other range fees or charges.
Your Subscription is used to maintain the ranges and site and provide a first-class location to enjoy your sport.
Cost of setting up
Once you have become a full member of DRPC1999 you will want to own and shoot a firearm of your own. So be prepared to pay for a Medical Certificate (£75 approx.) to enable you to apply for your Firearms Certificate (£198) valid for 5 years. You will need a secure cabinet to store your firearm/s (£300-£400) then depending what discipline of shooting sports you are attracted to £500 to £5000 for your firearm. So expect to pay £1500 upwards. But it is well worth it for the pleasure you will get from the sport.
Think before you rush to apply to join DRPC1999
We welcome experienced shooters and novices alike.
However, in the past we have had newcomers drop out of the Probationary Period because it was a bigger commitment than they expected. To attend 15 times means that you will have to attend two or three times a month in the six months, which some find difficult to achieve. But the Club needs to be sure all prospective members are safe and responsible before they become full members when a lot of trust is placed on them. Additionally, we can only have a limited number of probationers at one time so be sure you are ready to make the commitment, before you take on one of those places.
I am interested, what do I do next?
After more than two years of the waiting list for new prospective members to apply being closed, it is now in single figures and we have reopened it. Use the button below to apply to be added to the list but please be aware that we still have probationary members working through the system so you will not be invited to start immediately but will be contacted as soon as the opportunity arises to begin the membership process
Many thanks,
Jim Smith (Membership Officer)
Allan Barber (Training Officer)
NON-MEMBER VISITS ARE STRICTLY BY PRIOR APPOINTMENT
Due to the extraordinary number of applications received in the first two weeks of reopening the waiting list, it will probably be 2027 before you can be invited to start.