Welcome to Sky Ops Shooting Club. Our goal is to provide a safe, structured environment for sport shooting while supporting members in achieving and maintaining their dedicated status. We value your participation and look forward to helping you grow in the sport. Please review the information below to ensure full compliance with club policies.
Upon payment of your annual membership fee, you will receive:
To complete your membership, a clear copy of your ID must be submitted for:
Endorsement letters are only processed once all required documents have been received. Renewal members are not required to retake the open-book exam.
Earn Your Status
Members can earn points through the following:
• 2 points per session
• Minimum of 50 rounds required
• 5 points per session
• Held every Sunday
Prohibited Actions
To maintain fairness and safety, the following is not permitted:
• Registering or signing up on behalf of another member
• Accumulating points more than once per day
• Attending a club shoot without the required equipment
• Claiming both practice session points and club shoot points on the same day
• Shooting on behalf of another member
Any fraudulent or illegal activity may result in immediate removal from the club and possible legal action.
Come Prepared
All members must have the following to participate:
• Self-defense or sport shooting firearm
• Paddle holster with magazine pouch, or a sport holster (internal holsters are not permitted)
• Safety eyewear
• Hearing protection (earmuffs only)
• Minimum of 2 magazines (3 recommended)
• Notify the club before shooting with a newly purchased firearm
• Ammunition is not stored on-site — please arrange in advance
• Firearms may only be handled when on the shooting line
• Use the designated Safe Area for clearing or exchanging firearms
• Firearms must remain holstered or in a gun box when not in use
• Movement with a firearm is only permitted if it is holstered or in a gun box, and no magazine is inserted
Stay Safe
Before shooting, sign the range register and wear safety eyewear and earmuffs.
01
Load your firearm while keeping your finger off the trigger.
02
Assume the required position.
03
Await the start signal.
04
Proceed with the course of fire.
05
Keep your finger off the trigger, bring the firearm to your chest, then remove the magazine.
On Command: “Show Clear”
Rack the firearm twice to confirm it is empty, dry fire while pointing at the target, holster the firearm, and wait for the Range Officer to declare the range clear.
Keeping The Range Ready
All members must assist with target patching (this excludes the shooter and the Range Officer).
• First offense: verbal warning
• Second offense: possible removal from the club
Next Steps
To apply for an endorsement letter:
• A minimum of 30 points must be achieved
• Your logbook must be presented when applying
Processing details:
• Endorsements are processed within 72 hours
• Applications are submitted to the International Training Academy (ITA)
Deadlines
Applications should be submitted before the end of October. This allows for the CFR's 90-working-day processing period.
Membership notes:
• Membership expires annually on 1 January
• Renewal is required to maintain dedicated status
We are committed to maintaining a safe, fair, and professional environment for all members. Adhering to these rules ensures the continued success and credibility of the club. If you have any questions or require assistance, please feel free to contact us.
Sky Ops Shooting Club
Chairperson: TJ Harmse
Available at our Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg ranges. Durban is shop only — no range bookings.
Email: bookings@skyops.co.za
Opening hours: Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00 · Sat 09:00–13:00 · Sun Closed
For more information about our range facilities, pricing, or to book your session, please email us at sales@skyops.co.za or fill out the form below. One of our team members will get back to you as soon as possible.
