Grand Prix of South Africa - Sporting - South Africa (January 2024)

Located near the Swartkops Airforce base in Gauteng, South Africa, Centurion Gun Club is a premier clay target shooting facility and the home ground for the Gauteng North Shooting team. Operating strictly during daylight hours on Wednesdays and Saturdays, this highly secure venue caters to everyone from absolute beginners to Olympic-level athletes and corporate groups. The open, flat terrain combined with local wind conditions provides a unique and challenging ballistic environment for all shooters.

Shooting Fields and Disciplines

The facility boasts 12 highly specialized shooting ranges, making it one of the most comprehensive clubs in the region. These layouts allow shooters to practice and compete in a wide variety of standard and sporting disciplines:

• 8 Trap fields dedicated to ATA, DTL, and Double-Rise trap events

• 2 Skeet fields for English, NSSA, and Olympic Skeet

• 2 Universal Trench fields

• Multiple sporting layouts including FITASC, English Sporting, and 5-Stand

Elite Coaching and Training

A key advantage of the club is its access to top-tier coaching tailored to individual needs, from overcoming the fear of recoil to mastering Olympic-level micro-motor skills. The coaching staff is highly decorated and covers various specialized areas:

• Piero Farina focuses on sports psychology, proper gun fit, and foundational basics for beginners

• Quintus de Flamingh serves as an ISSF-certified Olympic Skeet coach

• Michele Cicognani operates as the FITASC Sporting National Coach

Competitions and Infrastructure

The club is well-equipped to host massive multi-day events, such as the unique "Send IT" tournament and various CTSASA national championships. Beyond the shooting stands, the club ensures a comfortable and accommodating experience for its members and visitors:

• Full catering service offering breakfasts and lunches

• A cash bar and designated relaxation areas for post-shoot socializing

• Secure parking situated directly on the military base grounds

Target Audience and Pricing Structure

Centurion Gun Club offers a highly structured yet welcoming environment suitable for families, beginners, professional athletes, and corporate team-building events. While specific pricing details for targets and rentals are managed internally, the process involves joining both the club and the CTSASA, with all membership fees paid directly to the club. Strict safety regulations, especially concerning maximum shot sizes and semi-automatic shotgun handling, are heavily enforced to maintain the highest safety standards in this military-adjacent zone.