The Villages Trap, Skeet & Sporting Clays Club

The Villages Trap, Skeet & Sporting Clays Club runs a full clay target program from their Blackjack Grounds location in Bradenton. Members shoot trap, skeet, bunker trap, and sporting clays—each discipline with its own setup and rules.

This isn't a pay-to-play range. VTSSC is a member-driven club that hosts NSCA-regulated competition shoots where scores get recorded and tracked for handicapping. That means serious shooters building their averages and competing against established records.

• •Sporting Clays Clinic: Hands-on instruction for members and families new to the sport. Covers game rules, etiquette, station stance, breakpoints, and scoring. Participants shoot 50 clays across multiple stations.
• •New Orientation & Safety Refresher: Required for new members
• •AED/CPR Training: Available through the club
• •Trapper Certification: For members interested in official roles

VTSSC runs regular tournaments with photo documentation going back years. They also host social events including the Annual Valentine Gala and member recognition programs. The club maintains updated NSCA rules (2025 and 2026 changes posted) and provides educational videos on topics like gun fit.

Bulk ammunition ordering—recent offerings included 12-gauge and 20-gauge shotshells at competitive rates with delivery to Blackjack Grounds at no shipping cost.

Members can leverage their shooting bulk cards for ammunition purchases and have access to club apparel and caps.

Prospective members complete an application and attend new member orientation before shooting. The club welcomes shooters of all ages and abilities—from kids to retirees with decades of experience.

• •Location: The Villages, FL (Bradenton area)
• •Contact: Available through club website for clinic signup and volunteer opportunities