Five Stand Shooting
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
What is Five Stand?
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.
Types & Variations
02 // START
Getting Started with Five Stand
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.
Essential Equipment
What you need to get started
Safety & Rules
Know these before your first shot
Pro Tips for Beginners
Advice from experienced shooters
What Does Five Stand Cost?
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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
Upcoming Events
Find five stand events near you
Open 5-Stand
5-Stand sporting clays puts you on a walking course with varied target presentations—think golf with a shotgun, where each station throws different angles and speeds to keep you honest. This is how you practice the unpredictable shots that matter in the field. You'll work through multiple stations hitting 50-100 targets per round. Each stand presents new bird angles and distances, forcing you to read the shot and adjust instead of grinding the same repetitive setup. Evening start means cooler temps and a full course to yourself or a small squad.
Sporting Clays
Clubhouse and Sporting Clays Range For more information please contact Jerry Harpole at [email protected]
S/C BOMA Sporting Clay Event
Annual BOMA Sporting Clays Shoot Building Owners and Managers Association
Sporting Clays
Regular Sporting Clays, Please arrive by 8:30 am to register
5 STAND-PUBLIC DAY (10AM)
More Information: https://cameosec.org/5-stand/ 5 Stand will be open for Public Day will be open every Saturday starting December 2nd. Hours of operation will begin at 10am. *Schedule could change due to permitted events or maintenance. Check calendar of events for accurate dates. If you would like to schedule the 5 Stand for anon-public day use, you must call 1 week in advance and purchase a minimum of 400 clays in advance.
Sporting Clays Course -Open to public weather permitting
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 Fenton Lakes Sportsman's Club directly for current fees, course availability, and any pre-registration requirements.