Welcome New Pistol Members

Be Patient With The Process

Pistol shooting is a fun and unique sport, and it’s also one of Australia’s safest.  It is however heavily regulated for obvious reasons, and it can take some time before the “fun” part really starts.  Try not to be impatient with the process.  All good things come with time.  The average time it takes to get a Cat H licence in Queensland is around 10 months from the time you join as a pistol member.  While this might sound like a long time, it does pass quickly.  Use it to your advantage and become a skilled, confident and proficient shooter, before getting your licence.  The skills and techniques you learn here will give you the confidence to shoot on any range, anywhere.

All new unlicensed pistol members are required to attend our Induction and Coaching sessions.  The intention is to provide new shooters with the training they require as a licensed shooter.  In addition to our safety programs, you will also need to fulfil the legal requirement of attaining your Statement of Attainment.  We can help you with that also.

What you need to do:

1. Attend our Induction (mandatory) class.  You’ll learn the basics first.
2. Attend our Coaching class if required.  This is where you get to put to practice everything you learn and become proficient with firearms.  Coaching nights are also where you will have the opportunity to participate in the 3 mandatory competitions required for your Cat H licence application.
3. Continue your membership for a minimum 6 months.
4. Attend and pass your Statement of Attainment (Safety Course).
5. Apply for your licence after 6 months of being a PISTOL member.

Induction (Mandatory)

• When:  Monday nights 6pm-8pm.
• Where:  Southport Indoor Pistol Club
• Who can come: New unlicensed Pistol Members. Note that you MUST book before coming.  If you can’t attend on Mondays at 6pm, please call the club on (07) 5646 7700 and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

Coaching

• When:  Monday nights 6pm-8pm.
• Where:  Southport Indoor Pistol Club
• Who can come: New unlicensed Pistol Members who have done Induction. Note that you MUST book before coming.

How to Book and What to Bring

• How do I book?  Please check the Schedule below. 
• What you need to bring:
  • Always wear enclosed footwear. This is an OH&S requirement from Qld government.
  • Ear muffs and safety glasses will be provided at the club, but if you have some please bring them.
  • Always have photo ID so you can sign into the range. Once you have a relevant firearms licence you will need to bring that instead.
  • It is a Police requirement that EACH unlicensed shooter complete Form 33 before commencing any shooting activities.  This form is extensive, and takes time to complete.  We STRONGLY suggest that you download the form, print it out and complete it BEFORE you arrive, as this will save substantial time.  The form can be download from Qld Police at the following link FORM 33. This form MUST BE COMPLETED EACH TIME YOU ATTEND.  We do have these forms printed out at the club, but please allow an additional 10 minutes before the event starts in order to complete the form 33.
  • Whenever you’re doing a competition , always bring your Participation Record.  These can be downloaded from the QPS website, or a ask for one at the club.  You will need to keep your Participation Record forever, so don’t lose it.  Note that it is the responsibility of the shooter to maintain this record.

Who to Contact

If you have any questions, or need to contact someone about our program, please email clubadmin@sipc.com.au.