
Five Stand uses 6-18 target machines arranged around a single shooting line with five stations. Shooters rotate through the stations, engaging targets thrown at various angles, speeds, and distances.
01 // LEARN
Understanding this shooting discipline
Five Stand uses 6-18 target machines arranged around a single shooting line with five stations. Shooters rotate through the stations, engaging targets thrown at various angles, speeds, and distances. Each station has a menu card showing the target sequence.
Often called "sporting clays in a phone booth," Five Stand delivers varied target presentations in a small space. A round takes about 15 minutes versus 1-2 hours for sporting clays. The NSCA governs American Five Stand; FITASC governs the international Compak format.
02 // START
Equipment, costs, and tips for beginners
Getting into five stand doesn't require starting with top-tier gear. Focus on safety fundamentals, basic equipment, and finding welcoming places to learn. The community is generally helpful to newcomers who show up prepared with the right attitude.
What you need to get started
Know these before your first shot
Advice from experienced shooters
Realistic budget expectations
$600-1,000
Basic equipment to begin
$1,500-3,500
Quality gear for serious shooters
Hidden costs to consider: Same shotgun works for Five Stand, sporting clays, and skeet. Choke selection matters more here than in trap.
03 // ASK
Common questions about five stand
New to five stand? These are the most common questions from shooters exploring this discipline. The shooting community is generally welcoming and happy to help newcomers.
Find answers to common questions about five stand shooting. Can't find what you're looking for? Contact us and we'll help you out.
Five Stand uses a single shooting line with 5-6+ machines; sporting clays spreads targets across a walking course. Five Stand is faster (15 minutes vs. 1-2 hours), requires less space, and is often less expensive.
Report pair: second target launches when you fire at the first. True/simultaneous pair: both launch together. True pairs are harder because you must decide which target to shoot first.
Yes. The varied angles, speeds, and distances simulate hunting scenarios better than trap or skeet.
Yes, but slower on pairs. Semi-autos or over/unders are more competitive for doubles.
04 // FIND
Find five stand events near you
Please check for last minute schedule changes. Normal range days are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10am to 3pm, through the Ocean Reef Season. Click HERE for Range info. RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REQUIRED. See the website – Shooting Range tab – for fee schedules. FOR HANDGUN RANGE – NO CONCEALED OR OPEN CARRY ON RANGE GROUNDS! LEAVE YOUR HANDGUNS IN YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU SPEAK WITH RANGE SAFETY OFFICER. We will have Range Safety Officers (RSOs) on hand who will ensur
Sporting clays is a dynamic shotgun sport where shooters walk a course of 10-15 stations, each presenting different target angles, speeds, and distances. Targets simulate the flight of game birds -- driven pheasant, flushing quail, crossing doves, and springing teal. | Detail | Info | |--------|------| | Targets per round | 50 or 100 (varies by course) | | Course layout | Walk-through, multiple stations | | Gauge | 12 ga. most common | | Skill level | All levels welcome | Shotgun (over/under or semi-auto preferred) Ammunition (target loads, typically 100+ shells) Eye and ear protection (required) Comfortable walking shoes -- courses cover varied terrain Contact Brooklyn Sportsman's Club directly for current fees, course availability, and any pre-registration requirements.
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Please check for last minute schedule changes. Normal range days are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10am to 3pm, through the Ocean Reef Season. Click HERE for Range info. RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REQUIRED. See the website – Shooting Range tab – for fee schedules. FOR HANDGUN RANGE – NO CONCEALED OR OPEN CARRY ON RANGE GROUNDS! LEAVE YOUR HANDGUNS IN YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU SPEAK WITH RANGE SAFETY OFFICER. We will have Range Safety Officers (RSOs) on hand who will ensur
Sporting clays is a dynamic shotgun sport where shooters walk a course of 10-15 stations, each presenting different target angles, speeds, and distances. Targets simulate the flight of game birds -- driven pheasant, flushing quail, crossing doves, and springing teal. | Detail | Info | |--------|------| | Targets per round | 50 or 100 (varies by course) | | Course layout | Walk-through, multiple stations | | Gauge | 12 ga. most common | | Skill level | All levels welcome | Shotgun (over/under or semi-auto preferred) Ammunition (target loads, typically 100+ shells) Eye and ear protection (required) Comfortable walking shoes -- courses cover varied terrain Contact Warren County Izaak Walton League directly for current fees, course availability, and any pre-registration requirements.
5-Stand sporting clays at Skeet Field 1 puts you on a walking course with varied target presentations that keep you sharp. It's the closest thing to hunting without leaving the range—targets come from different angles and speeds to break you out of rhythm and build real-world reflexes. You'll work through a course shooting 50 to 100 targets per round, moving between stations just like you would hunting. The format forces you to adapt your lead and swing for each presentation instead of repeating the same shot over and over.
05 // LOCATE
Ranges, clubs, and shops for this discipline