Northbrook Sports Club is a premier private clay target shooting facility located in Hainesville, Illinois, spanning 735 acres of rolling countryside. Known for throwing over 3 million targets annually, the club combines world-class infrastructure with a natural landscape of engineered earthen berms and wetlands. It is an ideal destination for beginners, families, and elite competitive shooters looking for a high-quality outdoor sporting experience.
Facilities and Disciplines
The club offers a comprehensive ecosystem for shotgun enthusiasts, completely optimized for clay target sports without any pistol or rifle ranges. The cutting-edge facilities include:
4 Sporting Clay Courses and American Field Sporting.
10 Skeet Fields and 2 Trap Fields.
4 FITASC parcours and an Olympic Bunker field.
Indoor and outdoor 5-Stand layouts, plus elevated tower shoots.
Training and Instruction
Shooters of all levels can improve their skills with the help of 17 certified NSSA and NSCA instructors. The training formats range from Level I fundamental mechanics to Level III elite psychological and visual diagnostics for professional competitors. Notable instructors include 5-time World Skeet Champion Bob Shuley and dedicated coaches for the Annie Oakley women's groups, ensuring safe and progressive learning for both youth and adults.
Competitions and Social Life
Northbrook acts as a major competitive hub, hosting prestigious global and regional tournaments. Key events include the Northbrook Cup FITASC World Championships, the Great Western Skeet Open, and the IL State Sporting Clays Championship. Beyond the rigorous sports schedule, the club fosters a strong community through corporate events, holiday banquets, car shows, and family-oriented activities.
Amenities and Membership
The club operates on a private membership model and provides exceptional on-site services for its members and their guests. The key amenities and pricing structures include:
Smokin' Barrel Restaurant offering full-service dining.
A Pro Shop stocked with apparel, ammunition, and gun cleaning supplies.
Rental options including two-seater golf carts ($25-$30) and shotguns ($25).
Standard membership costs an $800 annual fee plus a $1,600 initiation fee, while youth memberships are $400 annually with no initiation cost.
