Marcus Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Hi all Been shooting now 5 months, and I am considering paying for some proper one-on-one lessons. Has anyone in South Wales done this, and if so who would you recommend Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasper3 Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 Marcus, I woul'd recommend a lesson or two without doubt, not just to improve your shooting , but to understand what is actually happening when the shot leaves the gun... I have been more than lucky to have been taken under the wing by two guys who have a wealth of experience.... also getting a lesson or two at the begining will sort any bad habbit's out.... I don't know any in south Wales but I am sure someone will respond. good luck mate...it will be worth it jasp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
100milesaway Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 You couldn't go wrong with Beretta, he's in Conway. Tells it like it is.I'm sure it would be worth a short drive for you and i'm sure your scores will improve.Good luck and ENJOY. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe99 Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 My father is having a session at South Wales 2000 this weekend, I'll let you know how it goes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted October 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 My father is having a session at South Wales 2000 this weekend, I'll let you know how it goes. Thanks Joe99 I had found that place on the net, so some feedback would be useful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
COACH Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 Look on the APSI website (Association of Professional Shooting Instructors) which is run by the guys that teach half the worlds Olympic teams etc. If you down load the list of present members you will find a coach in your area. If that doesn`t work get back to me and I`ll sort it for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted October 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 Thanks Coach - i'll have a look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SidneyG Posted October 21, 2009 Report Share Posted October 21, 2009 South wales 2000 is a pretty good place, very friendly. Steve and Mike who do the lessons are both nice guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted October 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2009 South wales 2000 is a pretty good place, very friendly. Steve and Mike who do the lessons are both nice guys Thanks - I have sent them an e-mail via the site, waiting for a reply Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike.ginty Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 I would recommend getting some lessons i got them when first started shooting it helped me get my first SGC had mine at cottondale shooting ground on staxton hill with allen excellent lessons helped me alot with stance and with general shooting was told i am a fairly natural shot it always helps with someone telling you were your missing a clay and how to best over come it once you know you hardly miss same target again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cloud9 Posted October 25, 2009 Report Share Posted October 25, 2009 tikka1958 took me out to have a go at clays today first time i have shoot at clays but after some safty tips and best stance for me how to hold the gun i started hitting the clays after a few more hints and tips im shocked i hit any but did ok tikka1958 and the others where very helpfully i cant wait for my next outing and i know i was getting easy clays unlike them who had them going everywhere Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe99 Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 Marcus, My father found the lesson at SW2000 pretty good. He was coached by Steve who, as mentioned above, is a good guy and patient coach. It was difficult for him because my father shoots off the right shoulder but is left eye dominant but Steve identified this and helped my father compensate. There were a couple of flies in the ointment: namely the forend breaking off the Lincoln they were using and then the trap breaking down totally. Also the weather was hideous. Overall though, quite satisfied. My father went from hitting 0% to hitting about 80%, which I would say is a good return. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beretta Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 Marcus, My father found the lesson at SW2000 pretty good. He was coached by Steve who, as mentioned above, is a good guy and patient coach. It was difficult for him because my father shoots off the right shoulder but is left eye dominant but Steve identified this and helped my father compensate. There were a couple of flies in the ointment: namely the forend breaking off the Lincoln they were using and then the trap breaking down totally. Also the weather was hideous. Overall though, quite satisfied. My father went from hitting 0% to hitting about 80%, which I would say is a good return. 0- 80% is dam incredible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe99 Posted October 26, 2009 Report Share Posted October 26, 2009 (edited) 0- 80% is dam incredible Yes, you have to bear in mind though that until he got the eye dominance thing sorted, his muzzles weren't pointing where his eyes were looking! Edited October 26, 2009 by Joe99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted October 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2009 Thanks Joe99 for the update. I am still waiting for a reply off the website, maybe I will ring them on the weekend to get the gen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highlander Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 Judged by the fact that 9 out of 10 shooters I meet can't shoot worth a toss and some are downright dangerous to boot I'd say it should be made compulsory BEFORE you get granted a SGC to have a series of lessons and NOT from a pal but from a well known, respected and qualified instructor. And that's from someone who hates all types of rules and regulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smiiithy Posted October 30, 2009 Report Share Posted October 30, 2009 I've had 1 lesson at Steve Smith's. £45 for the hour including clays and carts. I found it a good introduction to clay shooting but they recommended that all I should need after that is practice when I get my own gun. I think £45 is quite expensive but it was productive and I'm glad I had it so I can start properly and hopefully not pick up any bad habits. I'll consider having a few more after trying the clays myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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